Garmin Venu Sq review: specs and price
The Garmin Venu Sq is a no-frills budget smartwatch that comes with a great set of features. There’s an option to always display the time, so it functions like a typical watch, but you get all the added benefits of a smartwatch. This includes tracking various aspects of your wellbeing, such as sleep, heart rate, blood oxygen levels, number of steps, and calories burnt.
For a cheap smartwatch, battery life is excellent, lasting up to 5 days (or up to 14 hours when using it in GPS mode). The Garmin Venu Sq is compatible with both Android and iOS, making it a great choice regardless of which platform you use. If you want the ability to play music from the smartwatch, you’ll have to pay a bit extra for the Garmin Venu Sq Music Edition.
Garmin Venu Sq
Why is Garmin Venu Sq better than the average?
- Waterproof depth rating?
50mvs45.91m - Weight?
37.6gvs48.06g - Height?
40.6mmvs44.39mm - Width?
37mmvs41.75mm - Maximum operating temperature?
60°Cvs48.71°C - Volume?
17.28cm³vs22.49cm³ - Price (global median value)?
178.74 €vs249.55 € - Rating on Apple's App Store?
4vs3.33
Price comparison
Buy used:
$100
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin Venu Sq, GPS Smartwatch with Brig...Garmin Venu Sq, GPS Smartwatch with Bright Touchscreen Display, Up to 6 Days of Battery Life, Light Gold and White | $150 | ||
| Garmin Venu Sq GPS Fitness Smartwatch an...Garmin Venu Sq GPS Fitness Smartwatch and Included Wearable4U 3 Straps Bundle (Black/Berry/Teal, Lavender/Purple 010-02427-02) | $160 | ||
| Garmin Venu Sq GPS Best Multisport Fitne...Garmin Venu Sq GPS Best Multisport Fitness Smartwatch White/Light Gold with Wearable4U Power Bank Bundle | $155 | ||
| Garmin 010-02427-02 Venu Sq, Metallic Or...Garmin 010-02427-02 Venu Sq, Metallic Orchid Aluminum Bezel with Orchid Case and Silicone Band Bundle with Deco Essentials Portable Keychain Charger and Deco Gear Magnetic Wireless Sport Earbuds | $160 | ||
| Garmin Venu Sq, GPS Smartwatch with Brig...Garmin Venu Sq, GPS Smartwatch with Bright Touchscreen Display, Up to 6 Days of Battery Life, Orchid Purple | $150 | ||
| Colorful Watch Replacement Cover Case Wa...Colorful Watch Replacement Cover Case Watch Cover for Garmin Fenix5/ 5X/ 5S | €14 | ||
| Garmin Venu SQ Orchid GPS Smartwatch | $150 | ||
| Garmin Venu SQ White GPS Smartwatch | $150 | ||
| Garmin Women's Venu® Sq Smart Watch, Whi...Garmin Women's Venu® Sq Smart Watch, White, 40 mm | $200 | ||
| Garmin Venu SQ GPS Watch GPS Watches Whi...Garmin Venu SQ GPS Watch GPS Watches White/Light Gold | $200 | ||
| Original Garmin Venu Sq waterproof sport...Original Garmin Venu Sq waterproof sport GPS Heart rate monitoring speed track running Marathon Smart Watch | $390 | ||
| Garmin Venu Sq Music GPS Heart rate moni...Garmin Venu Sq Music GPS Heart rate monitoring speed track running Marathon Smart Watch | $400 | ||
| 20 22mm New Elastic Nylon Band For Garmi...20 22mm New Elastic Nylon Band For Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music 4 Venu Sq 2 Sports Watch Strap Loop For Forerunner 245 645 55 158 | $2.60 | ||
| 3D Protective Film For Garmin Venu 2 Plu...3D Protective Film For Garmin Venu 2 Plus SQ Music 2S Smart Watch Screen Protector Cover for Garmin Venu2 Plus (Not Glass) | $3.62 | ||
| 20mm Silicone Watch Band Bracelet for Ga...20mm Silicone Watch Band Bracelet for Garmin Forerunner 245 M/645/Vivoactive 3/Venu SQ Strap Sport Replacement Watchband correa | $1.57 | ||
User reviews
Overall Rating
Features
Build quality
9.5/10
2 votes
Design
9.5/10
2 votes
App
8.5/10
2 votes
Performance
9.0/10
2 votes
Fitness features
9.0/10
2 votes
Design
1.screen size
1.3"
The bigger the screen size is, the better the user experience.
2.Has an OLED or AMOLED display
✖Garmin Venu Sq
OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) displays are formed of organic materials that emit light. They have higher contrast ratios and wider viewing angles compared to LCDs. AMOLED and POLED are types of OLED displays.
3.is dustproof and water-resistant
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The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
4.has branded damage-resistant glass
✔Garmin Venu Sq
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
5.Gorilla Glass version
Gorilla Glass 3
Gorilla Glass is one of the most popular brands of chemically strengthened glass, manufactured by Corning. Several versions have been developed, the newer ones being more durable and providing better damage resistance.
6.sweat resistance
✔Garmin Venu Sq
Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
7.has a touch screen
✔Garmin Venu Sq
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
8.Watch band is replaceable
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The watch band is removable and can be replaced by any standard watch band of the correct size, allowing you to customise it to your liking.
9.Has a display
✔Garmin Venu Sq
The device has an electronic display to present information to the user.
Sensors
1.Monitors blood oxygenation levels
✔Garmin Venu Sq
Your blood oxygen level is a measurement how much oxygen is reaching your muscles. It is important because low levels mean that you will become easily fatigued during exercise. The more exercise you do, the better your blood oxygen levels will become.
2.Has a heart rate monitor
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A heart rate monitor can help show your fitness levels, enabling you to calculate a suitable intensity of exercise.
3.has GPS
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GPS enables global positioning, useful in map, geo-tagging or navigation apps.
4.has an accelerometer
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An accelerometer is a sensor used to measure the linear acceleration of a device. A common application is detecting when a device changes between vertical and horizontal positions.
5.Has a temperature sensor
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With a temperature sensor you can monitor changes in temperature to measure your exertion levels and avoid hyperthermia.
6.has a compass
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A compass is useful for gaming, maps, and navigation software.
7.Has a barometer
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This measures barometric air pressure. It can predict weather changes, for example a sudden drop in air pressure could mean a storm is coming. When calibrated correctly it can be used to determine altitude, which helps GPS devices to lock on quicker and with greater accuracy.
8.has a gyroscope
✖Garmin Venu Sq
A gyroscope is a sensor that tracks the orientation of a device, more specifically by measuring the angular rotational velocity. Initially, they were built using a spinning rotor to detect changes in orientation, like twisting or rotation.
9.Has a cadence sensor
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A cadence sensor measures the number of pedal revolutions per minute when you are cycling. It enables you to monitor how fast you are pedaling.
Activity tracking
1.Tracks your sleep
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It can track your sleep, such as how long you sleep for and the quality.
2.Tracks distance
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It tracks how far you travel.
3.Tracks steps taken
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It tracks how many steps you take throughout the day, allowing you to see how active you have been.
4.Counts how many calories you've burned
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This is useful if you are on a strict training diet or if you are trying to lose weight. It can also help to boost your motivation.
5.Measures pace
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Measuring pace shows how much time it takes to travel one kilometer or one mile. For example, in running, a 4 minute kilometer would be a very good pace.
6.Provides activity reports
✔Garmin Venu Sq
Your activity data is analysed to give you reports, available to view through the app or website. This allows you to see how active you have been and to help you make improvements.
7.Provides sleep reports
✔Garmin Venu Sq
Your sleep data is analysed to give you a report, available to view through the app or website. This allows you to see the quality of your sleep and to help you make improvements.
8.Detects activities automatically
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The device automatically detects when you start an activity such as jogging, saving you from entering it manually at a later time.
9.Has a route tracker
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With a route tracker you can add your route onto a map. It is helpful if you plan to do the same route again, or want to share it with your community.
Connectivity
1.Is compatible with iOS
✔Garmin Venu Sq
It is compatible with a range of iOS devices such as iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch.
2.Is compatible with Android
✔Garmin Venu Sq
It is compatible with a range of Android devices such as smartphones and tablets.
3.supports Wi-Fi
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The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
5.supports ANT+
✔Garmin Venu Sq
ANT+ is a wireless protocol similar to Bluetooth Smart, and is very power efficient. It is mainly used for fitness monitoring devices such as heart rate monitors and cadence sensors to connect to other devices (e.g., sports watches, smartphones, and cycling computers).
6.Syncs wirelessly
✔Garmin Venu Sq
The device syncs all of your data wirelessly, without the need for cables.
7.Automatically syncs
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The device automatically syncs your data when in range of your computer or smartphone.
8.has NFC
✔Garmin Venu Sq
NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments. Note: this feature may not be available in all markets.
9.has a cellular module
✖Garmin Venu Sq
Devices that use cellular technology can connect to mobile networks. Cellular networks have much wider signal coverage than Wi-Fi.
Battery
1.battery life
6 days
With a longer battery life, you don’t have to worry about charging the device as often.
2.battery power
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Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
3.battery life in training mode
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With a long battery life, you can train for several hours a week and only have to recharge the device every few weeks.
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
5.battery life in power save mode
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In power save mode you can still check what time it is and other basic functions. A long battery life is good if you wear the device day to day.
There is less chance that you will run out of battery during an adventure.
7.has wireless charging
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It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
8.has a battery level indicator
✔Garmin Venu Sq
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
9.has a rechargeable battery
✔Garmin Venu Sq
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
Features
1.Can be used to answer calls
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The device has a speaker and microphone that allow you to answer calls made to your smartphone.
2.Locates your phone
✔Garmin Venu Sq
The device has a feature that allows you to find your smartphone if you have misplaced it.
3.Has call control
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The device alerts you to incoming calls on your smartphone, and allows you extra control such as muting or rejecting the call.
4.Has notifications
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If you get a notification such as a call or message, the device will vibrate on your wrist or make a noise to alert you.
5.has irregular heart rate warnings
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Through continuous heart rate monitoring, the device is able to detect an irregular heartbeat and alert the user.
6.Has ECG technology
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ECG stands for electrocardiogram and measures the electrical activity of the heartbeat, which is a more in-depth reading of heart health than blood pressure alone. Note: This feature may not be available in all markets.
7.Has silent alarm
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The device can wake you using vibration, so as not to disturb anyone else sleeping in the room.
8.Has vibrating alerts
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Vibrating alerts have a variety of uses, such as interval training.
9.has fall detection
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Fall detection is a feature that relies on accelerometers and other sensors to differentiate between regular movement and a fall. If the wearer falls, the device can perform functions such as sounding an alarm or displaying an alert.
Miscellaneous
1.Has music playback
✔Garmin Venu Sq (Garmin Connect Mobile)
You can listen to your own music when working out. This can make exercising more enjoyable and motivate you to push yourself further.
2.Free app
✔Garmin Venu Sq (Garmin Connect Mobile)
You can download the app for free, from platforms such as Google Play or the App Store.
3.Supports widgets
✔Garmin Venu Sq (Garmin Connect Mobile)
You can add widgets to the home screen. This allows you to have more flexibility and to see information at a glance, without going into the app.
4.Has exercise diary
✔Garmin Venu Sq (Garmin Connect Mobile)
It has an exercise diary, allowing you to easily keep track of your previous workouts.
5.Syncs to the cloud
✔Garmin Venu Sq (Garmin Connect Mobile)
Your data is synced to the cloud, ensuring it is always backed up in case you lose or change your device.
6.Ad-free
✔Garmin Venu Sq (Garmin Connect Mobile)
Adverts can be distracting and obtrusive. Apps and blogs without ads are more aesthetically pleasing, nicer to use, and make the content stand out.
7.Supports routes
✔Garmin Venu Sq (Garmin Connect Mobile)
You can create or find existing routes to sync to the app.
8.Can be personalised
✔Garmin Venu Sq (Garmin Connect Mobile)
You can personalize the appearance of the app - for example, choosing a different theme or colors.
The global median price is determined by calculating the median value of all the prices available for a product, taking into account all markets.
Price comparison
Buy used:
$100
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin Venu Sq, GPS Smartwatch with Brig...Garmin Venu Sq, GPS Smartwatch with Bright Touchscreen Display, Up to 6 Days of Battery Life, Light Gold and White | $150 | ||
| Garmin Venu Sq GPS Fitness Smartwatch an...Garmin Venu Sq GPS Fitness Smartwatch and Included Wearable4U 3 Straps Bundle (Black/Berry/Teal, Lavender/Purple 010-02427-02) | $160 | ||
| Garmin Venu Sq GPS Best Multisport Fitne...Garmin Venu Sq GPS Best Multisport Fitness Smartwatch White/Light Gold with Wearable4U Power Bank Bundle | $155 | ||
| Garmin 010-02427-02 Venu Sq, Metallic Or...Garmin 010-02427-02 Venu Sq, Metallic Orchid Aluminum Bezel with Orchid Case and Silicone Band Bundle with Deco Essentials Portable Keychain Charger and Deco Gear Magnetic Wireless Sport Earbuds | $160 | ||
| Garmin Venu Sq, GPS Smartwatch with Brig...Garmin Venu Sq, GPS Smartwatch with Bright Touchscreen Display, Up to 6 Days of Battery Life, Orchid Purple | $150 | ||
| Colorful Watch Replacement Cover Case Wa...Colorful Watch Replacement Cover Case Watch Cover for Garmin Fenix5/ 5X/ 5S | €14 | ||
| Garmin Venu SQ Orchid GPS Smartwatch | $150 | ||
| Garmin Venu SQ White GPS Smartwatch | $150 | ||
| Garmin Women's Venu® Sq Smart Watch, Whi...Garmin Women's Venu® Sq Smart Watch, White, 40 mm | $200 | ||
| Garmin Venu SQ GPS Watch GPS Watches Whi...Garmin Venu SQ GPS Watch GPS Watches White/Light Gold | $200 | ||
| Original Garmin Venu Sq waterproof sport...Original Garmin Venu Sq waterproof sport GPS Heart rate monitoring speed track running Marathon Smart Watch | $390 | ||
| Garmin Venu Sq Music GPS Heart rate moni...Garmin Venu Sq Music GPS Heart rate monitoring speed track running Marathon Smart Watch | $400 | ||
| 20 22mm New Elastic Nylon Band For Garmi...20 22mm New Elastic Nylon Band For Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music 4 Venu Sq 2 Sports Watch Strap Loop For Forerunner 245 645 55 158 | $2.60 | ||
| 3D Protective Film For Garmin Venu 2 Plu...3D Protective Film For Garmin Venu 2 Plus SQ Music 2S Smart Watch Screen Protector Cover for Garmin Venu2 Plus (Not Glass) | $3.62 | ||
| 20mm Silicone Watch Band Bracelet for Ga...20mm Silicone Watch Band Bracelet for Garmin Forerunner 245 M/645/Vivoactive 3/Venu SQ Strap Sport Replacement Watchband correa | $1.57 | ||
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Comments
Jennifer
15 days ago
10 / 10
Réalise tout ce que je souhaitais
Jennifer
15 days ago
10 / 10
Fan d’Apple, tous mes équipements le sont, mais je ne souhaitais pas acquérir d’Apple Watch, commune par sa forme et je ne voulais pas seconder mon téléphone à mon poignet, et aussi une question budget, on ne va pas se mentir… Notification appels et sms, on peut lire nos sms directement au poignet, les réponses se font du téléphone, je le savais et ça me convient ! Niveau application, un peu la pagaille encore pour ma part , je découvre Garmin et ces multiples appli ! Son style est vraiment très joli, ses écrans se changent très facilement de la montre et encore plus via l’application. Possibilité de créer la totalité des suivis que l’on souhaite, hydratation, sommeil, pas, météo, rythme cardiaque, … et encore plein d’autres. Son bracelet d’origine est très sympa et change de ceux tous lisses et communs. Je l’utilise depuis 24h et j’en suis très satisfaite. Pour le moment rien à en redire à part du positif !!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Marco
4 days ago
8 / 10
the glass cover of the watch is really outstanding
Marco
4 days ago
8 / 10
The only issue I have with the watch is that the battery life ain't too great. I have to keep the watch locked to get 6days of battery. The rest of the features are great.