Garmin - epix Pro (Gen 2) vs Suunto - Ocean

The epix Pro (Gen 2) is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 8.5 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.

Pick the epix Pro (Gen 2) if you care most about gps mode and smartwatch mode. The biggest gaps in its favor are gps mode, smartwatch mode, ecg.

The Ocean similarly doesn't carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.

Both ship with comparable multi-band gps, solar charging, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.

Bottom line: the epix Pro (Gen 2) is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.