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Garmin Venu 2S Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£190Screen size:1.10 inchBattery life:10 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Garmin Venu 2S Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 15 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.8

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Technical score

30%

8.5

Review score ( 6 · 9)

Review score 30% · 8.5 · based on 15 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 15 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 81% of smartwatches
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

24%

6.8

Health

21%

9.2

Fitness

16%

6.4

Battery

14%

8.1

Smart features

12%

7.4

Connectivity

9%

7.8

Display & Design

4%

4.3

Hardware

â–²Better than 76% of smartwatches
8.5

Review score

Review score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 93% of models
Grades by review (15)
Text reviews 2
≈ estimated
2

12.1%

9.0

self.com

12.1%

9.0

felixreview.com

Video reviews 7

6.1%

9.0

Revu2u

6.1%

9.0

DesFit

6.1%

8.0

AbbyBReviewing

6.1%

8.0

Mike O'Brien

3%

9.0

HITX Reviews

3%

8.0

Deep Consumer Breakdowns

3%

8.0

QTTechReview

estimated from the review
6 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 93% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Venu 2S

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components:

24%

6.8

Health

21%

9.2

Fitness

16%

6.4

Battery

14%

8.1

Smart features

12%

7.4

Connectivity

9%

7.8

Display & Design

4%

4.3

Hardware

7.5
Review score
Review score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Grades by review (15)
Text reviews 2
≈ estimated
2

12.1%

9.0

self.com

12.1%

9.0

felixreview.com

Video reviews 7

6.1%

9.0

Revu2u

6.1%

9.0

DesFit

6.1%

8.0

AbbyBReviewing

6.1%

8.0

Mike O'Brien

3%

9.0

HITX Reviews

3%

8.0

Deep Consumer Breakdowns

3%

8.0

QTTechReview

estimated from the review
6 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.5
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

9.5

Price

8.3
Brand name
Garmin
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
no
ECG
no
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
10 days
Battery life
10 days
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 10 days which is longer than that of 63.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
19 h
Battery life in training mode
19 h
â–² Better than 50% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 19 h in training mode which is shorter than 50.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
19 (in gps mode.
Battery life with GPS on
21.5 h
Battery life with GPS on
21.5 h
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 21.5 h with GPS on which is longer than 56.5% of smartwatches.
Up to 20 hr for all systems gps mode.
Battery power
188 mAh
Battery power
188 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 188 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 90.7% of smartwatches.
Charge time
60 min
Charge time
60 min
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 60 min which is faster than 82.6% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 12.1% of smartwatches.
Normalized from hour-based sources to 60 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Garmin OS
Operating system
Garmin OS
â–² Better than 71% of models
This smartwatch 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
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
â–² Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch 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
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.1 inch
Screen size
1.1 inch
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.1 inch which is smaller than the screens of 94.8% of smartwatches and equal to those of 1% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
â–² Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
360x 360
Resolution
360x 360
â–² Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 360x360 which is higher than that of 50.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
463 ppi
Pixel density
463 ppi
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 463 ppi which is higher than that of 96.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
0.2 GHz
CPU speed
0.2 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.2 GHz which is slower than that in 78% of smartwatches and equal to that in 5.2% of smartwatches.
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
8 GB
Internal storage
8 GB
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch 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
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Garmin Venu 2S vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Normalized from hour-based sources to 60 minutes.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    Requires paired phone/network and/or specific activities for automatic alerts.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Garmin OS
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    paired phone required
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 10.6% better value for money
    Garmin Venu 2S has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.31 vs 7.5).
    8.31 vs 7.52
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
    Water intake tracking may require manual logging in a companion app or widget.
  • Perspiration monitoring
    Perspiration monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 14.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • 60 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    60 min
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (60 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Normalized from hour-based sources to 60 minutes.
    60 min vs 120 min
  • 3 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    10 days
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 10 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    10 days vs 7 days
  • 1.5 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    21.5 h
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (21.5 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    Up to 20 hr for all systems gps mode.
    21.5 h vs 20 h
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports ANT+
    ANT+ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 11.7% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 137 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    463 ppi
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (463 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    463 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 4.6 mm shorter watch height
    Height
    40.4 mm
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is shorter than the average smartwatch (40.4 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    40.4 mm vs 45 mm
  • 6.8 g lighter weight
    Weight
    38.2 g
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (38.2 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    38.2 g vs 45.0 g
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    Requires paired phone/network and/or specific activities for automatic alerts.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Garmin OS
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    paired phone required
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • 0.3 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.10 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.1 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.10 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 112 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    188 mAh days
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (188 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    188 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 55 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    25
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch 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.
    25 vs 80
  • 46.2% more expensive
    Garmin Venu 2S is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£190 vs £130).
    £190 vs £130
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • 55 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    25
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch 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.
    25 vs 80
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 112 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    188 mAh days
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (188 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    188 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 0.3 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.10 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.1 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.10 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 0.5 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    12.10 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.1 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    12.10 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • No call answering
    Call answering
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 58.1% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    Voice commands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 67% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No camera remote
    Camera remote control
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.6% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
  • No speaker
    Built-in speaker
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • Slower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    0.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 0.2 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    0.2 GHz vs 1 GHz

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Revu2u
✓ explicit
06/12/2022
Hands-on review · fitness apps, comparisons and daily use
Verdict
Garmin Venu 2S is a solid all-round fitness watch, one of the most complete fitness trackers tested.
9.5
AbbyBReviewing
✓ explicit
01/06/2021
Long-term test · two weeks of daily use
Verdict
Garmin Venu 2S is highly recommended for its excellent battery life and GPS, though few watch faces are available yet.
8.0
Mike O'Brien
≈ estimated
09/05/2021
Hands-on review · two weeks of use and accuracy tests
Verdict
Garmin Venu 2S is accurate, comfortable and easy to use, but its price is a big drawback.
9.0
DesFit
≈ estimated
22/04/2021
Hands-on review · running, swimming, skiing and heart rate tests
Verdict
Garmin Venu 2S is a strong all-round smartwatch with a bright display and good battery life, though its wrist heart rate is less reliable in intense workouts.
9.0
HITX Reviews
≈ estimated
10/11/2023
Short first look · lifestyle and workout impressions
Verdict
Garmin Venu 2S is a stylish, long-lasting choice for lifestyle use and workouts, especially on smaller wrists.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
self.com
≈ estimated
27/02/2026
Five-month test · Dexcom glucose
Verdict
The Garmin Venu 2S works for people with type 1 diabetes who want glucose readings on the wrist, though its Bluetooth link needs the phone nearby and sometimes drops.
9.0
felixreview.com
≈ estimated
10/10/2023
Personal review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu 2S suits fitness fans who want a long-lasting watch with detailed health tracking, though swim lap counts and voice features may disappoint.
dcrainmaker.com
22/04/2021
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trustedreviews.com
13/07/2021
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9.0
montre-running.com
≈ estimated
06/10/2023
Hands-on test · Running and GPS
Verdict
The Garmin Venu 2S is a versatile sports watch with fast GPS and strong battery life, held back by a disappointing Garmin Pay and limited app compatibility.
8.0
vie-saine.fr
≈ estimated
20/02/2025
Hands-on test · Sport and health
Verdict
The Garmin Venu 2S is a sporty, good-looking watch with strong health tracking, but its strap can be uncomfortable for some and the first setup takes patience.
8.0
lespetitesnotesdeclem.com
✓ explicit
Not Dated
User-feedback review · Sleep and alerts
Verdict
The Garmin Venu 2S is a comfortable all-round fitness watch with precise sleep-phase tracking, but with GPS and notifications on, it needs charging about every three days.
lesnumeriques.com
13/05/2022
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notebookcheck.biz
19/05/2021
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sport-passion.fr
29/04/2021
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9.5
blog.depau.es
≈ estimated
28/05/2021
Unboxing and review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu 2S suits daily wear and training, with a 10-day battery, Garmin Coach and more than 25 sport activities.
correrunamaraton.com
27/05/2026
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Third-party reviews

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What we like about Garmin Venu 2S

  • Compact and lightweight design ideal for smaller wrists
  • Vibrant and high-resolution AMOLED touchscreen display
  • Excellent battery life, typically lasting 5-10 days depending on usage
  • Highly accurate GPS and heart rate monitoring sensors
  • Comprehensive health tracking features including 'Body Battery' and 'Health Snapshot'
  • Offline music storage and playback (Spotify, Amazon Music)

Verdict

The Garmin Venu 2S is a compact, 40.4mm GPS smartwatch designed for smaller wrists, featuring a vibrant 1.1-inch AMOLED touchscreen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 and a stainless steel bezel. Its technical characteristics include a 360 x 360 pixel resolution, 5 ATM water resistance, and a suite of sensors including the fourth-generation Elevate heart rate monitor, Pulse Ox, and a barometric altimeter. Key pros include a robust battery life of up to 10 days in smartwatch mode (19 hours in GPS mode), rapid charging, 650-song music storage, and advanced health metrics like Body Battery and Health Snapshot. However, it lacks a microphone or speaker for making calls, does not feature a voice assistant, and has limited third-party app support compared to dedicated smartwatches.

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