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Garmin Venu Sq 2 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180Screen size:1.41 inchBattery life:11 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Garmin Venu Sq 2 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications, 47 expert and video reviews and 4 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Garmin Venu Sq 2
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components

35%

6.8

Technical score

30%

8.2

List score

25%

8.4

Reviews score

10%

6.8

Sentiment score

▲Better than 69% of smartwatches
8.2

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
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▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

▲Better than 71%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models
Score components

24%

6.7

Health

21%

7.7

Fitness

16%

5.9

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

6.6

Connectivity

9%

8.0

Display & Design

4%

1.3

Hardware

▲Better than 60%
8.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.4/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 81% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.9

Popularity

Grades by review (47)
28 reviews + 19 videos, average 8.3/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 81%
8.2

List score

List score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (4)
List score: in 4 of 119 lists (3%)
▲Better than 89%
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Garmin Venu Sq 2

Based on 7 · 11

Reviewers love the long battery, accurate tracking and bright screen, but smart features, menus and call handling disappoint.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Garmin Venu Sq 2

Based on 58 owners sharing their experience in online comments

26%positive8%mixed66%negative

Owners appreciate the long battery life, but many report sluggish software, tracking problems, and limited features.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the interface is slow and jittery, with notifications taking a while to clear and menus lagging, which they find frustrating at this price.6
  • Owners report running pace and distance readings that are far off from their treadmill or Strava, and some lose the distance display for walking and cycling.4
  • Owners report heart rate readings that show dashes or detect heartbeats while the watch is resting, and health snapshots that cannot be started.4
  • Owners find call and message vibrations weak, and calls vibrate only briefly and late, while alarms feel weaker than goal alerts.4
  • Owners say the X button to clear a notification sometimes does nothing after a swipe, and messages can fail to show while calls still come through.4
  • Owners report music controls not working during workouts, Spotify errors on the watch, and occasional audio dropouts with Bluetooth headphones.4
  • Owners say activities cannot be given custom names, and there is no football mode, while some other sports such as calisthenics are missing.4
  • Owners say the proprietary Garmin charging connector is inconvenient, with no wireless charging, and that charging can be erratic.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Venu Sq 2

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models
Score components:

24%

6.7

Health

21%

7.7

Fitness

16%

5.9

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

6.6

Connectivity

9%

8.0

Display & Design

4%

1.3

Hardware

6.8
Reviews score
8.4
List score
8.2
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

8.2
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
no
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 18.2% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 49.5% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
Supports abnormal high/low heart-rate alerts (typically after inactivity).
HRV tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports HRV tracking. 54.9% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 71.3% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 67.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
11 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 11 days on a charge, which is longer than 66.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 2.1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
26 h
Market range: <6 h – >48 h
This smartwatch records workouts for 26 h on a charge, which is longer than 63.6% of Smartwatches and the same as 2% of Smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
14 h
Market range: <6 h – >46 h
This smartwatch lasts 14 h with GPS on, which is shorter than 69.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.8% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
205 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 205 mAh battery, which is smaller than 86.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.4% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
?
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Garmin OS
This smartwatch runs Garmin OS, which is more advanced than the system in 70.7% of Smartwatches and equal to 9.2% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 54% of smartwatches and equal to that of 40.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
Third-party app support
yes
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 48.5% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 69.3% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 56.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.41 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.41 inch screen, which is larger than 55.7% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.4% of Smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses AMOLED, which is more advanced than the screen in 46.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 53.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
320x 360
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 320x360 which is lower than that of 58.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
342 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 342 ppi, which is higher than 60.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.4% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.8% of Smartwatches and equal to 25.5% of Smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Garmin Venu Sq 2 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Crash detection capability
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 14% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    Requires paired phone/network and/or specific activities for automatic alerts.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Cadence tracking
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
  • 20.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 81% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (47)
    28 reviews + 19 videos, average 8.3/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 7.0
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Tracked through the companion app or smart-scale sync.
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
    Water intake tracking may require manual logging in a companion app or widget.
  • Perspiration monitoring
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 46.6% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Cadence tracking
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Cadence may require external sensor/app pairing on some models.
  • 4 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (11 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    11 days vs 7 days
  • 6 h longer training battery life
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (26 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h in training mode.
    26 h vs 20 h
  • NFC functionality
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartwatch supports ANT+, the average smartwatch does not. 13% of smartwatches support ANT+.
  • Galileo satellite support
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • More current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a more current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5).
    5.2 vs 5
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 4 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (18 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    18 mm vs 22 mm
  • 7 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (38 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    38 g vs 45 g
  • 4.4 mm shorter case
    This smartwatch has a shorter case than the average smartwatch (40.6 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    40.6 mm vs 45 mm
  • 10 °C higher heat tolerance
    This smartwatch tolerates a higher temperature than the average smartwatch (55 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch is rated up to 45 °C.
    55 °C vs 45 °C
  • 5.5 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (37 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    37 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses aluminum, fiber-reinforced polymer for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    anodized aluminum case
    aluminum, fiber-reinforced polymer vs polycarbonate
  • Crash detection capability
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 14% of smartwatches support crash detection.
    Requires paired phone/network and/or specific activities for automatic alerts.
  • More advanced operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS).
    Garmin OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Emergency SOS
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 44.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
    SOS feature has implementation limits (phone/app/subscription/activity dependent).
  • More frequent updates
    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
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 9.3% lower sentiment score
    6.8 vs 7.5
  • 63.6% more expensive
    Garmin Venu Sq 2 is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£180 vs £110).
    £180 vs £110
  • No multi-sport mode
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 71.7% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No elevation tracking
    This smartwatch does not support elevation tracking, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches support elevation tracking.
  • No barometer
    This smartwatch does not include a barometer, the average smartwatch does. 53.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 65 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (25 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    Reported as at least 25 exercise modes.
    25 vs 90
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 7 h shorter GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time with GPS on than the average smartwatch (14 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    14 h vs 21 h
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 100 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (205 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    205 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Less practical form
    This smartwatch uses a square form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    square vs round
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No smart alarm
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 50.6% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

Video reviews

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

6.0
WesKnows
≈ estimated
30/01/2023
Critical review · design, music, screen and navigation complaints
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 is good value and a nice watch, but its design, paid music storage and slow navigation are frustrating.
9.0
TrendGrnd
≈ estimated
16/12/2022
Loan review · one month of daily use
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a complete fitness package for its price, and a good pick for upgraders and anyone new to Garmin.
5.0
foXnoMad
≈ estimated
29/11/2022
Review · screen, battery and price comparison
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 has a nicer screen, but it is a small upgrade that is overpriced next to the original.
8.4
AbbyBReviewing
✓ explicit
27/09/2022
Hands-on review · battery, GPS, sleep and vibration tests
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 is worth the upgrade over the original, with great battery life and accurate GPS, though vibration is weak.
8.0
Fitness With Frost
≈ estimated
16/09/2022
Hands-on review · battery, tracking and pros and cons
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 offers strong battery life and tracking for the price, and buyers should be pleased with it.
9.0
Mike O'Brien
≈ estimated
07/09/2022
Hands-on review · accuracy, interface and app tests
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 is ideal for fitness-focused buyers, but a weak choice if you want a basic everyday smartwatch.
9.0
DC Rainmaker
≈ estimated
01/09/2022
In-depth review · sports, health, music and accuracy tests
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a very capable sports watch with strong fitness features, but it has fewer daily smartwatch functions.
9.0
Chase the Summit
≈ estimated
01/09/2022
Hands-on review · GPS, battery and comparison with Venu 2
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a good everyday pick that outperforms pricier Venu 2 models on GPS and battery, but not for serious athletes.
9.0
DesFit
≈ estimated
01/09/2022
Hands-on review · heart rate, running and cycling tests
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 keeps the original's strengths and adds a bigger AMOLED screen, a better heart rate sensor and GPS.
9.0
Buying Advisor
≈ estimated
26/01/2023
Short review · display, battery and app tests
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a solid choice, with a bright display, strong battery life and a detailed app.
7.0
NDTV
≈ estimated
13/11/2022
Hands-on review · battery tests and first impressions
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a fitness-focused watch with a bigger AMOLED display and longer battery, though it relies on the phone.
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
dcrainmaker.com
≈ estimated
01/09/2022
In-depth review · Square sports watch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a long-lasting square sports watch with a sharp AMOLED screen, suiting fitness-focused buyers who don't need beeps or an altimeter.
8.0
androidcentral.com
✓ explicit
21/09/2022
Full review · Sports smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a comfortable, long-lasting square watch for people who want Garmin fitness tracking, though it has no altimeter and its buttons are unclear.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
22/09/2022
Detailed review · Square sports watch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a capable all-round square watch with reliable workout tracking, though its design is forgettable and it cannot take calls or use voice features.
9.0
standard.co.uk
≈ estimated
04/10/2022
Style-focused review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a stylish, sporty square watch with a bright display and long battery life, suiting everyday wear, though message replies only work with Android.
8.0
livescience.com
✓ explicit
31/10/2022
Hands-on test · Fitness watch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a long-lasting, sharp-screen fitness watch that suits people wanting a more laid-back alternative to the Apple Watch SE, though it lacks an altimeter.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
30/03/2023
Hands-on test · Health tracking
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a strong sleep and heart rate tracker, close to an Apple Watch Series 8, though its app store on the watch is slow and laggy.
10
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
13/07/2023
Expert review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a bright, long-lasting AMOLED watch with accurate GPS and heart-rate tracking, but it cannot count stairs and looks plainer than rivals.
8.0
coachweb.com
✓ explicit
21/02/2024
Hands-on review · Sports smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a strong fitness watch with a sharp AMOLED screen and better built-in sports tracking than most smartwatches, though it has few apps.
7.0
reviewed.com
≈ estimated
18/06/2024
Hands-on test · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is an accurate fitness tracker with easy workout shortcuts, but its stiff band and limited smart features mainly suit dedicated Garmin fans.
8.0
advnture.com
✓ explicit
03/10/2022
Hands-on test · Fitness tracking
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a light, comfortable fitness watch with GPS accurate enough for recreational runners, but it can't show maps and has no animated workouts.
8.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
10/11/2022
Hands-on review · Sports tracking
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 has a much nicer screen than the original and reliable sports tracking, but it has no speaker for calls and a slight software lag.
8.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
09/12/2022
Hands-on review · Casual fitness watch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a light, long-lasting watch for casual users, though its app is cluttered and it needs a phone nearby for safety features.
9.0
mystylegrid.com
≈ estimated
15/01/2026
Hands-on review · Battery and GPS
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a bright, light watch lasting 5–7 days, suited to casual runners and busy people rather than serious athletes.
8.0
montre-cardio-gps.fr
≈ estimated
28/01/2023
Hands-on test · Multisport watch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a versatile watch for sport, daily tracking and phone features, with long battery life, but it lacks an altimeter and gyroscope.
8.5
gymstreet.fr
✓ explicit
26/06/2025
Hands-on test · Sports watch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a light, bright watch with accurate GPS and heart-rate tracking, suited to regular athletes, but its apps and mapping are limited.
9.0
vie-saine.fr
≈ estimated
20/02/2025
Hands-on test · Fitness watch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a light, comfortable fitness watch with precise heart-rate and GPS tracking, but it lacks Wi-Fi and a temperature sensor.
9.0
cadeausympa.fr
≈ estimated
13/12/2024
Real-use test · Battery life
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a light, bright fitness watch that lasted nearly nine days in testing, suiting anyone who wants to skip nightly charging.
8.0
wired.it
✓ explicit
18/09/2022
Hands-on review · Wellness smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a good first smartwatch for occasional exercisers, but it feels less responsive than typical Garmins, so experienced athletes will want a different Garmin.
9.0
andreagaleazzi.com
≈ estimated
14/12/2022
Hands-on review · Everyday smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a well-built everyday smartwatch with a bright AMOLED screen and reliable sensors, though its app design feels dated and it has no altimeter.
8.0
dday.it
≈ estimated
09/01/2023
Long-term test · Everyday smartwatch
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a square everyday watch whose AMOLED screen reads well at a glance, but its tracking is a step behind dedicated sports watches.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Garmin Venu Sq 2

  • Long battery life lasting up to 11 days in smartwatch mode
  • Bright and vibrant 1.41-inch AMOLED touchscreen display
  • Lightweight and comfortable design suitable for 24/7 wear
  • Accurate GPS and heart rate tracking using Elevate Gen4 sensor
  • Comprehensive health metrics including Body Battery and sleep scores
  • Contactless payments via Garmin Pay
  • Square face improves text legibility for notifications

What customers don't like about Garmin Venu Sq 2

  • Lacks a barometric altimeter to track floors climbed
  • No speaker or microphone for voice calls or voice assistants
  • Limited third-party app selection compared to Apple or Samsung
  • Occasional touchscreen lag or slight interface delay
  • On-device music storage requires paying extra for the Music Edition
  • Proprietary charging cable and lack of wireless charging
  • Preloaded workouts are not animated unlike the standard Venu 2

Verdict

The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a fitness-focused smartwatch featuring a square 1.41-inch AMOLED touchscreen with 320 x 360 resolution and an optional always-on mode. It is equipped with advanced health monitoring sensors, including a Gen 4 optical heart rate monitor, Pulse Ox for blood oxygen, and integrated GPS with support for GLONASS and Galileo. Main pros include a significantly improved battery life of up to 11 days in smartwatch mode (26 hours in GPS-only mode), a lightweight 38g design with 5 ATM water resistance, and a wide array of over 25 preloaded sports apps like HIIT and tennis. However, notable cons include the lack of a barometric altimeter for counting floors climbed, the absence of animated on-screen workouts found in higher-end Venu models, and no built-in speaker or microphone for voice calls.

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