Garmin Venu 2 Plus Review | 126 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£350
  • Screen size: 1.30 inch
  • Battery life: 9 day/s
  • Display type: AMOLED

Garmin Venu 2 Plus review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

7.8

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best Smartwatches on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

7.9

Technical Score

10.0%

7.3

User score

Very good
7.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

24.0%

7.8

Health

21.0%

9.2

Fitness

16.0%

5.9

Battery

14.0%

8.8

Smart features

12.0%

7.4

Connectivity

9.0%

7.9

Display & Design

4.0%

7.5

Hardware

Very good
7.3

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

9.4

User reviews

30.0%

2.6

Popularity

User score:
amazon
4.9
(20)
amazon
4.2
(9)

(Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

Very good

    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Venu 2 Plus

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    24.0%

    7.8

    Health

    21.0%

    9.2

    Fitness

    16.0%

    5.9

    Battery

    14.0%

    8.8

    Smart features

    12.0%

    7.4

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    7.9

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    7.5

    Hardware

    7.9
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a technical score of 7.88 points, which is higher than 83.9% of smartwatches.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    9.4

    User reviews

    30.0%

    2.6

    Popularity

    User score:
    amazon
    4.9
    (20)
    amazon
    4.2
    (9)

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    7.3
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a user score of 7.35 points, which is lower than 77.4% of smartwatches.
    Popularity
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
    When it matters: When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
    2.6
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a popularity of 2.6 points, which is higher than 49.5% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    What it is: An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.

    When it matters: When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.

    Score components:

    60.0%

    7.8

    Overall score

    40.0%

    8.7

    Price

    8.1
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.1 points, which is higher than 78% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Garmin
    Heart rate monitor
    What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports irregular heart rate warnings. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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    Accelerometer
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    Barometer
    What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Gyroscope
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a cadence sensor. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
    Distance tracking
    What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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    Battery life
    What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7 days

    9 day/s
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus offers a battery life of 9 day/s which is longer than that of 60.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.6% of smartwatches.
    Battery life in training mode
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    23 h
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus lasts 23 h in training mode which is longer than 57.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
    Battery life with GPS on
    What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    22 h
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus lasts 22 h with GPS on which is longer than 57.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.5% of smartwatches.
    Up to 24 hours in gps mode.
    Battery power
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    210 mAh
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a battery capacity of 210 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 83.4% of smartwatches and equal to those in 2.7% of smartwatches.
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

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    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: HIGH

    Garmin OS
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus runs Garmin OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 71.1% of smartwatches and the same as that in 7.7% of smartwatches.
    Software update frequency
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    occasional
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    Third-party app support
    What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    Voice assistant support
    What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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    Cellular module
    What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus does not include a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    SIM cards
    What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

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    GPS
    What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    Compass
    What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    1.30 inch
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a screen size of 1.30 inch which is smaller than the screens of 66.6% of smartwatches and equal to those of 11.4% of smartwatches.
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    AMOLED
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 48.8% of smartwatches and the same as that of 51.3% of smartwatches.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    416 x 416
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a display resolution of 416 x 416 which is higher than that of 74.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.1% of smartwatches.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    453 ppi
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a pixel density of 453 ppi which is higher than that of 75.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

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    CPU speed
    What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

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    Processor model
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

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    RAM
    What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1 GB

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    Internal storage
    What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GB

    8 GB
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus uses 8 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 67.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 12.1% of smartwatches.
    External memory slot
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Garmin Venu 2 Plus does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Garmin Venu 2 Plus vs the average smartwatch

    • Has ECG
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
      Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
      What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    • Has NFC
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
      What it is: Near-field communication hardware used for payments, pairing, or quick tap-based actions.
      When it matters: When you want to pay quickly or pair devices with a tap.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • Has temperature sensor
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 22.3% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
      Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
      What it is: A sensor that records skin or wrist temperature changes and longer-term trends.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 22.3% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    • Includes crash detection
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 11.5% of smartwatches support crash detection.
      Requires paired phone/network and/or specific activities for automatic alerts.
      What it is: Detection of severe impacts or crashes that can trigger emergency workflows.
      When it matters: When you want extra help in an emergency.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 11.5% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    • Supports Emergency SOS
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
      SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
      What it is: An emergency feature that can contact help or alert trusted people from the watch.
      When it matters: When you want extra help in an emergency.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    • More advanced operating system
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
      What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
      When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

      Importance: HIGH

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
    • Has irregular heart alerts
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
      What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    • Has barometer
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
      What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    • Has ECG
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    • Has temperature sensor
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 22.3% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    • Has irregular heart alerts
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    • Has sweat tracking
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 11% of smartwatches track perspiration.
    • Supports calorie tracking
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    • Has weight tracking
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    • Supports water intake tracking
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
    • Has barometer
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    • Has cadence sensor
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    • Has external HR monitor
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 41.3% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
    • 2 day/s longer battery life
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus offers 9 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
    • Has NFC
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
    • Has compass
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes a compass, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • Supports ANT+
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 9.5% of smartwatches support ANT+.
    • Supports Galileo
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    • Stronger display glass
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    • 127 ppi higher pixel density
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (453 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • Higher resolution
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a display resolution of 416x 416, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.
    • 2 mm narrower band
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22.0 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    • Includes crash detection
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 11.5% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    • Supports Emergency SOS
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    • More advanced operating system
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    • Supports third-party apps
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    • More frequent updates
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    • 4 GB more storage
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (8 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    • 55 fewer exercise profiles
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (25 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
      Reported as at least 25 exercise modes.
    • 90 mAh smaller battery capacity
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (210 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    • 0.1 inch smaller screen size
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • 1 mm thicker watch body
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.6 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
    • 6 g heavier weight
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus is heavier than the average smartwatch (51 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    • No smart alarm
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
    • No camera remote control
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
      Not built-in; available only via third-party apps.
    • No smart alarm
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
      What it is: A smart alarm tries to wake you during a lighter sleep phase within a chosen time window instead of at one fixed minute.
      When it matters: It matters if you wear your smartwatch overnight and want a gentler wake-up based on your sleep pattern rather than a standard fixed alarm.

      Importance: LOW

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
    • 90 mAh smaller battery capacity
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (210 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
      What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=397 mAh

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (210 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.210 mAh vs 300 mAh
    • No camera remote control
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
      Not built-in; available only via third-party apps.
      What it is: Remote shutter control that lets the watch trigger a paired camera or phone camera.
      When it matters: When you want to control your phone camera from the watch.

      Importance: LOW

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
    • 0.1 inch smaller screen size
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
      What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=1.5 inch

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.1.30 inch vs 1.40 inch
    • 2.69x more expensive
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£350 vs £130).
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£350 vs £130).£350 vs £130
    • 1 mm thicker watch body
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.6 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
      What it is: The depth of the watch body from front to back.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch all day or sleep with it on.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: <=10.9 mm

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.6 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.12.60 mm vs 11.60 mm
    • 55 fewer exercise profiles
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (25 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
      Reported as at least 25 exercise modes.
      What it is: The number of workout types or exercise profiles the watch can recognize or track.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: >=100

      Garmin Venu 2 Plus supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (25 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.25 vs 80
    • 8.9% lower user score
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a lower user score than the average smartwatch (7.35 vs 8,000).
      What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch
      When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
      Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a lower user score than the average smartwatch (7.35 vs 8,000).7.35 vs 8

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    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    What customers like about Garmin Venu 2 Plus?

    • Bright and crisp AMOLED touchscreen display with high resolution
    • Excellent battery life compared to competitors, lasting up to 9 days in smartwatch mode
    • Advanced fitness and health monitoring including GPS, heart rate, sleep tracking, and Body Battery
    • Built-in speaker and microphone allow for making/receiving calls and accessing phone voice assistants
    • Offline music storage and playback support for services like Spotify, Amazon Music, and Deezer
    • Stylish, premium design with a stainless steel bezel and a comfortable, lightweight fit

    What customers dislike about Garmin Venu 2 Plus?

    • Premium price point that is higher than some more featured smartwatches
    • Limited third-party app selection compared to Apple Watch or Wear OS devices
    • Garmin Pay support is limited and not compatible with all major banks
    • Voice assistant integration can be clunky and requires a manual button press to activate
    • Lacks advanced features found on high-end Garmin models like on-board maps or triathlon modes
    • Charging uses a proprietary 4-pin cable rather than standard wireless induction charging

    Expert reviews

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    techadvisor.com
    22/07/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus is a premium, fitness-focused smartwatch featuring a vibrant AMOLED display, stainless steel bezel, and new microphone/speaker capabilities for calls and voice assistant support. It bridges the gap between dedicated trackers and daily wearables, offering advanced metrics, accurate GPS, and up to a week of battery life. Despite these strengths, the device has a...Read more

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    expertreviews.co.uk
    07/11/2023

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus, reviewed by Expert Reviews, is a hybrid smartwatch praised for its vibrant AMOLED display, comfortable design, and impressive battery life that lasts over a week. It bridges the gap between fitness tracking and lifestyle features, offering comprehensive health monitoring alongside, for the first time on a Garmin, a microphone and speaker for calls and voice...Read more

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    trustedreviews.com
    10/02/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus bridges the gap between lifestyle smartwatch and fitness tracker, featuring a refined 43mm design with a vibrant AMOLED screen, built-in microphone, and speaker for voice assistant support. It offers top-tier metrics with the Elevate 4.0 heart rate sensor and impressive, week-long battery life, but is limited by a quiet speaker, clunky voice integration, and a...Read more

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    techradar.com
    09/07/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus bridges the gap between a high-end fitness tracker and a smartwatch, introducing a microphone and speaker for voice assistant support and phone calls. It features a bright AMOLED screen, on-board music, and Garmin Pay, while maintaining accurate, fast-tracking GPS and heart rate monitoring. While offering up to nine days of battery life, the device lacks LTE...Read more

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    tomsguide.com
    07/09/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus acts as a hybrid, blending specialized fitness tracking with modern lifestyle smartwatch features, highlighted by a vibrant 1.3-inch AMOLED display and a newly added third physical button for easier navigation. Key upgrades include built-in voice assistance and a speakerphone, allowing for on-wrist calls and interaction with Siri, Google Assistant, or Bixby....Read more

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    dcrainmaker.com
    04/01/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus introduces key upgrades, most notably a microphone and speaker, enabling voice assistant access and phone calls via a connected smartphone. The watch maintains a high-quality AMOLED display and adds a third physical button for improved navigation, while delivering accurate data through its Elevate Gen 4 heart rate sensor. Key pros include the robust 9-day...Read more

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    gearjunkie.com
    05/12/2022

    The GearJunkie review highlights the Garmin Venu 2 Plus as a stylish, versatile hybrid smartwatch bridging daily wear with advanced fitness tracking through features like the Body Battery monitor. Performance is marked by exceptional battery life, a bright AMOLED display, and new voice integration capabilities. While praised for its user-friendly interface and robust data tracking,...Read more

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    cnet.com
    17/11/2022

    The CNET review highlights the Garmin Venu 2 Plus as a versatile 43mm hybrid smartwatch, featuring a new speaker, microphone, and third button for voice assistant interaction. Pros include an impressive nine-day battery life, excellent cross-platform compatibility, and a vibrant AMOLED display. However, the $450 price point is high, and the device lacks a deep third-party app...Read more

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    galaxus.at
    04/10/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus is described as a versatile, long-lasting smartwatch with a 1.3-inch AMOLED display, comfortable design, and 4-5 day battery life. While praised for its physical buttons and reliable daily performance, the grey model can look cheap and the display, though durable, is not scratch-proof. Key drawbacks include inconsistent Bluetooth connections, underwhelming...Read more

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    mensfitness.co.uk
    06/12/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus bridges the gap between a hardcore sports tracker and a modern smartwatch by adding a speaker and microphone for phone calls and voice assistant support. It features a bright 1.3-inch AMOLED display in a 43mm case, offering extensive health monitoring like Body Battery and 'Health Snapshot', alongside 25+ GPS-backed activities. Key pros include a high-quality,...Read more

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    cyclingweekly.com
    13/07/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus, reviewed by Cycling Weekly, bridges the gap between deep sports tracking and lifestyle utility by adding a microphone and speaker for voice assistance and phone calls. It features a bright AMOLED display, robust construction, and high-quality data tracking through the Garmin Connect app, though it lacks the advanced, native mapping found on dedicated cycling...Read more

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    road.cc
    21/03/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus acts as a hybrid device bridging the gap between smartwatches and sports trackers, featuring a bright AMOLED display and a premium design. Key pros highlighted include the ability to take calls and use voice assistants directly from the watch, along with comprehensive fitness tracking. For cyclists, the watch offers clear, customizable data fields, though it...Read more

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    faz.net
    28/10/2025

    The Suunto Race is recognized by F.A.Z. Kaufkompass as a top-tier, intuitive alternative to complex, ecosystem-locked sport watches. It features premium build quality with stainless steel or titanium options, a large, bright display for detailed metrics, and a user-friendly interface that offers an extensive, yet accessible, range of training tools. Technically, the device stands...Read more

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    chip.de
    02/11/2021

    The Garmin Venu 2S is a compact, 40mm smartwatch featuring a vibrant 1.1-inch AMOLED display and a lightweight, comfortable design optimized for smaller wrists. It boasts impressive health tracking, including the new "Health Snapshot" feature for tracking vital stats, alongside accurate GPS performance and efficient, fast satellite locking. Significant improvements over previous...Read more

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    test.de
    14/11/2025

    Stiftung Warentest evaluated the Apple Watch Series 10 and Google Pixel Watch 3, finding both to be top-tier wearables with distinct strengths in health monitoring. The Apple Watch Series 10 is recognized for its thinner design, brighter OLED display, and high-accuracy sensors, though it is limited by roughly 18-hour battery life and exclusive iPhone compatibility. Conversely, the...Read more

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    pcwelt.de
    29/03/2023

    The PC-Welt review highlights the Garmin Venu 2 Plus as a 43mm hybrid, introducing voice assistant interaction and phone calling via a built-in microphone and speaker, which are key upgrades over the original model. Featuring a bright AMOLED display and a nine-day battery life in smartwatch mode, the device offers excellent, accurate GPS and heart rate tracking for fitness...Read more

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    heise.de
    13/02/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus acts as a versatile bridge between a dedicated sports watch and a lifestyle smartwatch, featuring a high-resolution 1.3-inch AMOLED display and new microphone/speaker functionality for calls and voice assistants. Key strengths include extensive 24/7 fitness tracking, reliable GPS, and a robust battery life of up to 9 days in standard mode, which can be quickly...Read more

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    galaxus.de
    04/10/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus acts as a versatile daily companion, blending comprehensive health tracking with lifestyle features like a bright 1.3-inch AMOLED display and a 5-9 day battery life. A major addition is the built-in speaker and microphone for voice assistant integration and calling, though these features require an active Bluetooth connection to a smartphone. While offering...Read more

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    smart-home-fox.de
    20/01/2025

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus bridges the gap between fitness tracker and smartwatch by introducing a built-in microphone and speaker, enabling direct phone calls and voice assistant access, though it lacks a deep third-party app library [Smart-Home-Fox]. Key strengths include the vibrant AMOLED display, highly accurate Elevate Gen 4 sensors for heart rate and SpO2cap S p cap O sub...Read more

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    lesnumeriques.com
    13/05/2022

    According to the Les Numériques review, the Garmin Venu 2 Plus represents a "lifestyle" evolution, featuring a refined 43.6mm design with the notable addition of a microphone and speaker for voice assistant interaction and wrist-based calls. Key advantages include a vibrant, high-visibility 1.3-inch AMOLED display, precise GPS tracking, and a superior battery life lasting up to 9...Read more

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    test-achats.be
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    Test-Achats reviews the Garmin Venu 2 Plus 43mm as a versatile hybrid device bridging high-performance sports tracking with modern smartwatch features. Key advantages include a built-in microphone and speaker for voice assistance and calling, paired with a bright 1.3-inch AMOLED display. The device excels in health monitoring, offering accurate GPS, heart rate, blood oxygen (Pulse...Read more

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    3bikes.fr
    13/06/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus bridges the gap between a high-end smartwatch and a dedicated sports tracker, featuring a built-in microphone and speaker for voice assistance and phone calls. It retains a vibrant AMOLED touchscreen, offers comprehensive health monitoring (including Body Battery), and provides a robust 9-day battery life, according to the 3bikes.fr review. Despite its...Read more

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    galaxus.fr
    04/10/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus is reviewed as a robust 43mm AMOLED smartwatch that balances daily lifestyle needs with comprehensive fitness tracking, featuring a 4–5 day battery life. While praised for its, comfortable design and accurate GPS/Body Battery, the review notes the, grey variant can look cheap and the screen requires protection. Functionally, the device excels in health...Read more

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    tennisaddict.fr
    07/11/2022

    TennisAddict's review positions the Garmin Venu 2 Plus as a premium, "sport-first" hybrid featuring a high-definition 1.3-inch AMOLED screen, targeting athletes seeking a modern aesthetic without sacrificing Garmin's fitness tracking capabilities. Key pros include the added convenience of a built-in speaker and microphone for hands-free calls, alongside intuitive touchscreen...Read more

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    sport-passion.fr
    29/04/2021

    The Sport-Passion review characterizes the Garmin Venu 2 as a hybrid smartwatch merging high-end fitness tracking with a stylish design, highlighted by a bright, high-contrast AMOLED display. Key pros include a significant boost in battery life (up to 11 days) and enhanced health sensors, though the always-on display functionality severely limits endurance. While praised for its...Read more

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    runmag.fr
    04/01/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus bridges the gap between a high-performance sports tracker and a modern smartwatch, featuring a built-in microphone and speaker for voice commands, a 43mm case, and a vibrant AMOLED touchscreen. Key strengths include an impressive 9-day battery life, reliable health tracking (Body Battery, stress, sleep), and convenient features like Garmin Pay and music...Read more

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    chollodeportes.com
    11/01/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus bridges the gap between a high-performance sports watch and a sleek smartwatch by introducing a built-in speaker and microphone for voice assistant interaction and calls. Key improvements include a premium 43mm stainless steel design, AMOLED display, and specialized features like Advanced Strength Training with muscle-map graphics, alongside accurate GPS and...Read more

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    personalrunningcoach.it
    01/03/2022

    The Personal Running Coach review positions the Garmin Venu 2 Plus as a "premium" hybrid that bridges high-performance tracking with essential smartwatch capabilities. Key additions include a microphone and speaker for voice assistants and direct phone calls, packed into a versatile 43mm case designed for both sport and daily wear. Pros include an exceptional AMOLED screen,...Read more

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    galaxus.it
    04/10/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus is described as a versatile 43mm "all-rounder" featuring a bright 1.3-inch AMOLED display and three side buttons for reliable control during activities, bridging the gap between a rugged sports watch and daily wearable. Key strengths include excellent battery life (roughly 4–5 days with heavy usage), precise GPS, and comprehensive health tracking (VO2 max,...Read more

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    tomshw.it
    09/03/2022

    The Tom's Hardware Italy review highlights the Garmin Venu 2 Plus as a balanced, high-end bridge between a hardcore sports watch and a lifestyle smartwatch, specifically noting the addition of a microphone and speaker for voice assistant integration and on-wrist calls. Key advantages include a stunning 1.3-inch AMOLED display, up to 9 days of battery life in smartwatch mode, and...Read more

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    smartworld.it
    18/01/2022

    The SmartWorld review identifies the Garmin Venu 2 Plus as a top-tier hybrid device, blending advanced health tracking with premium smartwatch features like a 1.3-inch AMOLED display and a refined 43.6mm stainless steel bezel. Key improvements include a built-in microphone and speaker for voice calls and voice assistant support, alongside a highly accurate Elevate 4.0 heart rate...Read more

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    andreagaleazzi.com
    07/01/2022

    Andrea Galeazzi's review highlights the Garmin Venu 2 Plus as a significant, balanced evolution, featuring a high-quality 1.3-inch AMOLED display, robust 5ATM water resistance, and an integrated speaker/microphone for calls and voice assistants. It maintains, and in some areas improves upon, traditional fitness capabilities, including highly accurate GPS, extensive workout...Read more

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    test-aankoop.be
    24/07/2024

    Test-Aankoop compares Garmin and Apple, defining Garmin as a specialized sports tool and Apple as a versatile smartwatch, with primary distinctions in design and battery life. Garmin suits athletes with superior battery, in-depth metrics like "Body Battery," and reliable physical buttons, while Apple relies on daily charging. Conversely, the Apple Watch shines with its iOS...Read more

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    tweakers.net
    23/01/2023

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus 43mm is a premium hybrid smartwatch, with user and expert reviews highlighting its key addition of a built-in microphone and speaker for voice assistant support and phone calls. The 43mm size is frequently praised for its balanced, comfortable fit, while the AMOLED display remains a standout feature for visibility. Performance-wise, the watch excels with...Read more

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    evisjourney.com
    02/10/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus bridges the gap between a fitness tracker and a lifestyle smartwatch, featuring a vibrant AMOLED screen and, critically, a built-in speaker and microphone for taking calls and using voice assistants [1.1]. It is praised for its comprehensive health tracking, including accurate GPS and "Body Battery" monitoring, along with on-device music and Garmin Pay [1.1]....Read more

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    fietsvrouwen.cc
    09/06/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus is a versatile hybrid smartwatch blending stylish, everyday design with comprehensive fitness tracking, specifically highlighted for its vibrant AMOLED screen and new voice calling capabilities via a built-in microphone and speaker. It bridges the gap between a fashion-forward accessory and a functional sports tracker, catering to active users who value both...Read more

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    hardloopzone.nl
    14/01/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus acts as a high-end "bridge" device, combining comprehensive fitness tracking with smart features like a built-in microphone and speaker for voice assistants and calls. It features a 1.3-inch AMOLED display, advanced health metrics (Body Battery, Sleep Score), and 25+ preloaded sports apps, though it lacks the in-depth training metrics of the Forerunner line....Read more

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    id.nl
    26/02/2022

    The ID.nl review positions the Garmin Venu 2 Plus as a hybrid device, excelling in fitness tracking while introducing a microphone and speaker for voice assistance. While these new features are functional, the watch relies on a Bluetooth-connected phone, making it more of a robust sports watch than a true smartwatch, the review argues. Pros highlighted include the vibrant AMOLED...Read more

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    iculture.nl
    25/01/2022

    The iCulture review highlights the Garmin Venu 2 Plus as a significant step toward a true smartwatch, primarily due to its new integrated speaker and microphone for voice commands and calls. While not as deeply integrated as an Apple Watch, it offers improved convenience for Garmin users, featuring a vibrant AMOLED display, top-tier fitness tracking, and a substantial 9-day battery...Read more

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    androidworld.nl
    26/01/2022

    The Garmin Venu 2 Plus is a premium, fitness-focused smartwatch featuring a sharp AMOLED display, stainless steel design, and, crucially, a built-in microphone and speaker for calls and voice assistant support (Siri/Google Assistant). It excels with advanced health metrics like Body Battery, Health Snapshot, 25+ sport modes, and up to 9 days of battery life, plus offline music...Read more

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