Polar Unite vs. Garmin epix Gen 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Polar Unite and Garmin epix Gen 2. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Polar Unite vs. Garmin epix Gen 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Polar Unite Garmin epix Gen 2
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 43.4 mm -
Height 43.4 mm -
Depth 10.4 mm -
Weight 32 g -
Body Details - With band: 76 g
Case only: 53 g
Body Material Fibreglass reinforced polymer Steel, fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Polar Unite Garmin epix Gen 2
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Fitness test, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, GPS via mobile, guided breathing session, Nightly Recharge recovery measurement, FitSpark training guide Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, rejecting a call, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, PacePro pace guidance, animated workouts, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, high and low heart rate
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CONNECTIVITY Polar Unite Garmin epix Gen 2
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+
Connectors USB -
DISPLAY Polar Unite Garmin epix Gen 2
Type IPS - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 240 x 204 pixels 416 x 416 pixels
Screen Size - 1.3"
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Polar Unite Garmin epix Gen 2
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Polar Unite Garmin epix Gen 2
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel - Passivated stainless steel
Case Back - Steel
Case Details - Slate steel
BAND Polar Unite Garmin epix Gen 2
Band Type Band Band
Band Size S/L -
Band Width 20 mm 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-210 mm 125-208 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Snap & slip Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Black | Blue | Pink | White -
STORAGE Polar Unite Garmin epix Gen 2
Storage Capacity - 16 GB
BATTERY Polar Unite Garmin epix Gen 2
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Capacity 174 mAh -
Battery Life Details Watch mode + HR - up to 4 days
Training mode + HR - up to 50 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 16 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 21 days
GPS mode - up to 42 hour(s)
All satellite systems mode - up to 32 hours
All satellite systems with music mode - up to 10 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 75 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 14 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Polar Unite Garmin epix Gen 2
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Polar Fitness Test, Polar Flow -
SAR Value - 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.28 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m 100 m
Max Operating Temperature 50 °C 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -20 °C
Warranty 2-year warranty -
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