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Garmin Venu 4 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£480Screen size:?Battery life:10 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Garmin Venu 4 Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 21 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

8.3

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 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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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Technical score

30%

8.2

Review score ( 9 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.2 · based on 21 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. 17 more reviews are not scored yet.
★Better than 91% of smartwatches
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

24%

8.9

Health

21%

9.7

Fitness

16%

6.0

Battery

14%

8.8

Smart features

12%

7.3

Connectivity

9%

8.4

Display & Design

4%

7.4

Hardware

★Better than 92% of smartwatches
8.2

Review score

Review score
8.2/ 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
â–² Better than 77% of models
Grades by review (21)
9 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 12 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.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

6.9%

8.0

wareable.com

Video reviews 3

3.4%

8.0

Mike O'Brien

3.4%

7.0

The Quantified Scientist

3.4%

6.0

DC Rainmaker

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 77% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Venu 4

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components:

24%

8.9

Health

21%

9.7

Fitness

16%

6.0

Battery

14%

8.8

Smart features

12%

7.3

Connectivity

9%

8.4

Display & Design

4%

7.4

Hardware

8.3
Review score
Review score
8.2/ 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
â–² Better than 77% of models
Grades by review (21)
9 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 12 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.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

6.9%

8.0

wareable.com

Video reviews 3

3.4%

8.0

Mike O'Brien

3.4%

7.0

The Quantified Scientist

3.4%

6.0

DC Rainmaker

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
8.9/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Popularity:
Garmin Venu 4 has a popularity of 8.9 points, which is higher than 83.8% of smartwatches.
8.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components:

60%

8.3

Overall score

40%

8.0

Price

8.2
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.
ECG
yes
ECG
yes
â–² Better than 84% of models
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% 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
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
16.5 h
Battery life in training mode
16.5 h
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 16.5 h in training mode which is shorter than 52.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
15-20 (depending on size and gps mode.
Battery life with GPS on
30 h
Battery life with GPS on
30 h
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 30 h with GPS on which is longer than 70.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5.9% of smartwatches.
Up to 48 hours for total battery life with always-on.
Battery power
302 mAh
Battery power
302 mAh
â–² Better than 51% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 302 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 51.5% of smartwatches.
Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
Charge time
120 min
Charge time
120 min
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 120 min which is faster than 13.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 44.2% of smartwatches.
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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.
Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
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
?
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
?
Pixel density
459 ppi
Pixel density
459 ppi
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 459 ppi which is higher than that of 78.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
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.
Storage may vary by model variant
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 4 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
  • 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.
    select outdoor activities; paired phone required
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 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.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • 44.7% more popular
    Garmin Venu 4 has a higher popularity than the average smartwatch (8.85 vs 6.1).
    8.85 vs 6.12
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
  • 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.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 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.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    Food logging may require a companion or third-party app.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Perspiration tracking may be estimated from activity data in companion apps.
  • 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.
  • 10 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    30 h
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (30 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    Up to 48 hours for total battery life with always-on.
    30 h vs 20 h
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.3 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • 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
  • 133 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    459 ppi
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (459 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    459 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 12 g lighter weight
    Weight
    33.0 g
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (33 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    33.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel, fiber-reinforced polymer
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel, fiber-reinforced polymer for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel, fiber-reinforced polymer vs polycarbonate
  • 4 mm shorter watch height
    Height
    41.0 mm
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is shorter than the average smartwatch (41 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    41.0 mm vs 45 mm
  • 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.
    select outdoor activities; paired phone required
  • 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.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • 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.
    Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
  • 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
  • 4 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2025 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2025
    2025 vs 2021
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 3.69x more expensive
    Garmin Venu 4 is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£480 vs £130).
    £480 vs £130
  • 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.
  • 0.4 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    12.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    12.00 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 2.75 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    16.5 h
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (16.5 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    15-20 (depending on size and gps mode.
    16.5 h vs 19.25 h
  • 3.69x more expensive
    Garmin Venu 4 is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£480 vs £130).
    £480 vs £130
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 2.75 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    16.5 h
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (16.5 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    15-20 (depending on size and gps mode.
    16.5 h vs 19.25 h
  • 0.4 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    12.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    12.00 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 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.

Video reviews

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

8.0
Sport Technik
≈ estimated
02/10/2025
Hands-on review · features, battery and value
Verdict
Garmin Venu 4 is a very good mix of sports watch and smartwatch, but Venu 3 owners don't need to upgrade.
8.0
Sport Technik
≈ estimated
02/10/2025
Hands-on review · features, battery and value
Verdict
Garmin Venu 4 is a very good mix of sports watch and smartwatch, but Venu 3 owners don't need to upgrade.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 9 · 12

Reviewers love the handy flashlight, sharp display and strong training tools, but criticize the weak maps and are split on battery life.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
09/02/2026
Hands-on test · Health and GPS
Verdict
The Garmin Venu 4 is an accurate, well-built health and running watch with a built-in torch, but it has no offline maps, only a basic route line.
lesnumeriques.com
08/12/2025
Not graded yet
lesnumeriques.com
17/09/2025
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Third-party reviews

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What we like about Garmin Venu 4

  • Battery life of up to 12 days (45mm) or 10 days (41mm) in smartwatch mode
  • Integrated LED flashlight is highly practical for low-light situations
  • Premium stainless steel case and bright 2,000-nit AMOLED display
  • Highly accurate Elevate V5 heart rate sensor and dual-band GPS
  • New 'Lifestyle Logging' and 'Health Status' features provide deep wellness insights
  • Improved strength training plans and rep counting accuracy

What we don't like about Garmin Venu 4

  • Significant price increase compared to the previous generation
  • Lack of built-in LTE connectivity and full-colour offline maps
  • Heavier and thicker design can make it uncomfortable for sleep tracking
  • Smartwatch features (voice assistant, app ecosystem) still lag behind Apple and Samsung
  • Navigation on the two-button interface can feel less intuitive than 5-button sports models
  • Occasional reports of skin irritation from the polymer watch back

Verdict

The Garmin Venu 4 is a premium GPS smartwatch available in 41mm and 45mm sizes, featuring a vibrant AMOLED display with doubled peak brightness for superior outdoor legibility. Housed in a refined stainless steel chassis, it introduces a built-in LED flashlight and multi-band GNSS for pinpoint tracking accuracy, while bridging the gap to performance watches with advanced tools like Training Readiness, Training Load, and specialized triathlon and trail running profiles. Its main pros include deep health insights via the new Health Status and Lifestyle Logging features, built-in ECG, and a long-lasting battery providing up to 12 days of life. However, it lacks full on-device maps and LTE connectivity, carries a higher price tag than its predecessor, and has reduced its physical controls to just two buttons, making it more reliant on the touchscreen.

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