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Garmin Marq 2 – Complete Guide

By Maygen. Updated: Feb 4, 2023

Introducing the Garmin Marq 2 range. With these all-new luxury smartwatches, your opportunities are truly endless. From athletics to golfing, all needs are covered. That’s right, there’s another premium smartwatch on the block. 

Garmin has refreshed and re-imagined its Marq range with a set of five distinct watches for 2022. Fans have been anticipating this release for months, and after the line-up announcement on October 11th, 2022, the watches are finally available to the public. 

But are these luxury smartwatches worth the price tag?

Keep reading for our review of the Garmin Marq 2 range.

current garmin marq range ahead of the new garmin marq 2
Current Garmin Marq Collection

About The Garmin Marq Gen 2 Range

The Marq 2nd-generation models are high-end luxury watches that are perfect for those who love getting active in nature. 

Each model in the range represents an extremely high level of quality, with many featuring extra tools that are sure to make your life easier. 

Here’s a quick overview of each model…

MARQ Athlete

As the name suggests, the Garmin Marq 2 Athlete is here to provide premium training metrics that’ll guide you to your new personal best. The Athlete watch is all about fitness and pushing your limits. With advanced PacePro, real-time stamina tracking, and grade-adjusted guidance, any active wearer will benefit from this watch.

Other features include:

  • Daily activity tracking
  • Preloaded sports modes (including skiing, swimming, running, cycling, gym workouts, surfing, tennis, and more).
  • Training readiness metrics
  • Recovery tracking
  • Sleep tracking
  • A range of sensors for accurate health readings
  • Titanium cade & DLC coated bezel
  • Lightweight silicone strap 

MARQ Adventurer

Meet the smartwatch that can keep up with your adventures. The Garmin Marq 2 Adventurer is here a modern interpretation of a traditional tool watch, pairing innovative technology and durable design. For a hard-wearing hiking companion, the Adventurer is here to help.

Other features include:

  • Sweat and stain-resistant leather strap
  • Additional rubber hybrid strap
  • Compass bezel with cardinal directions and 360 markings
  • Bespoke orienteering feature
  • Pre-downloaded TopoActive maps
  • Elevation profiles
  • NextFork – a feature that provides trail intersections and routes

MARQ Golfer

You’ll never be alone on the course with the Garmin Marq 2 Golfer on your wrist. This luxury golfing-inspired smartwatch is here to help you raise your game. The watch even boasts a golf-inspired look, with a high-quality green ceramic inlay. Tritone green jacquard-weave nylon strap, and a custom etched bezel. Truly for those who live and breathe the sport.

Other features include:

  • 42,000 preloaded international golf course maps,
  • Green Contours app
  • Can autodetect your individual course
  • Precise distance information
  • Advanced golf tools – e.g Wind Data, Virtual Caddie, Hazard View, and more.
  • Gold club sensors

MARQ Captain

Take to the open seas with the Garmin Marq 2 Captain by your side. This smartwatch is designed to compliment nautical life, with a regatta timer, a navy ceramic bezel, and a race-inspired premium strap. Will you allow this watch to be your first mate?

Other features include:

  • GPS and countdown timer to calculate race times
  • Alerts and alarms for anchor drag and tide changes
  • On-wrist autopilot
  • Sports modes for water activities – include paddleboarding, kitesurfing, windsurfing, kayaking, and more. 
  • Activity tracking

MARQ Aviator

For pilots, cabin crew, and all aviation lovers in between, the Garmin Marq 2 Aviator is here to reach new feats. This impressive smartwatch comes with a ceramic 24-hour GMT bezel, swept-wing links, and a brushed titanium bracelet. Here, style and functionality meet for an impressive result. 

Other features include:

  • Worldwide aeronautical database navigation
  • Pathways to nearby airports
  • Aviation alerts – including for crosswind and flight conditions
  • Jet Lag Advisor – 24/7 advice for sleep, light, and movement
  • Moving map with NEXRAD radar
  • Accurate weather
  • Access to TAFs, MOS, and METARs

Other Important Garmin Marq 2 Features

Some new smartwatch features are available across the complete range. Here are the most notable additions for the second Marq generation.

  • SatIQ – an all-new battery optimization tool. This allows the watch to know whether it should use GPS or not. 
  • Complete health metrics. Of course, the Athlete offers more in-depth tools for health and fitness. However, each watch still comes complete with full tracking metrics, similar to the Fenix 7. This includes SpO2, and 24/7 heart rate monitoring.
  • Each watch is made from grade-5 titanium and features a 46mm case. 
  • All watches have an AMOLED touchscreen-optimized display

Could there be more?

Though the range has been released, some still speculate two additional watches could be added to the group. The Driver and Adrenaline models haven’t been announced but would be designed specifically for automotive or racing enthusiasts. 

Following the latest addition to the Garmin line of smartwatches, the Vivomove Trend, we now know that wireless charging is here. For the Marq 2 lovers, this Vivomove Trend design can be a completion. It has a stylish Hybrid design simulating the Marq 2

We now learned that the FCA has approved the Garmin Venu 2 Plus to use the ECG monitoring feature. We expect to see this feature in the Next release of the Garmin Marq.

We’d love to see these two potential watches, but only time will tell.

Quick Overview

  • From outdoorsy adventurers to avid golfers, these watches have it all.
  • Each model in the Marq 2nd-generation range represents an extremely high level of luxury and quality, with many featuring extra features that are sure to make your life easier.
  • The Adventurer model features orienteering capabilities, making it perfect for those who love spending time outdoors exploring new territories.
  • The Aviator model is perfect for aviation lovers
  • And the Athlete model can track a huge range of activities along with animated workouts to follow
  • The Golfer is reported to be the most advanced golfing watch from Garmin to date
  • Whilst The Captain is ideal for those who love spending time on the water.

Pricing For The Garmin Marq 2 Range

With premium features, optimization, and longevity, these watches don’t come cheap. However, there’s a large difference between each option, and some cost a lot more than others. Find relevant pricing information below to see how much your favorite option costs. 

  • Athlete model – $1,900
  • Adventurer model – $2,100
  • Captain model – $2,200
  • Golfer model – $2,300
  • Aviator – $2,400

Regardless of which model you choose, be sure to check out Garmin’s amazing warranty policy – they guarantee everything!

Garmin Marq 2 – The Takeaway

With options that fit all lifestyles, the Garmin Marq 2 is an impressive addition to the brand’s roster. But, this premium line does come at a price. Will you be investing in a Marq 2 model? If so, let us know your preferred option in the comments!

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Last Updated on February 4, 2023

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