There are some design differences between the Epix Pro and newer models, starting with the fact you can get a MIP or AMOLED screen on the Fenix 8, and AMOLED or MicroLED on the Fenix 8 Pro. I’m going to compare the AMOLED models of those watches though, since that’s the most applicable if you’re picking between them and the Epix Pro. Other design upgrades on the newer watches include a speaker and mic, leakproof buttons and a diveproof rating of 40m. The Fenix 8 Pro also has a brighter AMOLED screen than older models. On the software side of things the newer Fenix watches have an updated user
If you’re putting together a checklist of features you want on your watch and it includes a rugged design, maps, an AMOLED display and impeccable sports tracking, the Epix Pro ticks all those boxes. It’s absolutely still worth looking at in 2026, because a lot of the updates available on newer Garmin watches are not essentials for everyone. If you don’t need the mic and speaker or LTE/satellite connectivity and don’t go diving, the Epix Pro covers the same bases well at a much lower price in sales. You won’t get software updates and at times the Epix Pro can look and feel a little dated when c