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Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£250Screen size:1.41 inchBattery life:11 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 14 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Technical score

30%

8.3

Review score ( 4 · 10)

Review score 30% · 8.3 · based on 14 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.
â–²Better than 82% of smartwatches
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 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
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

24%

7.7

Health

21%

8.8

Fitness

16%

5.8

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

8.5

Connectivity

9%

8.0

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

â–²Better than 78% of smartwatches
8.3

Review score

Review score
8.3/ 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 81% of models
Grades by review (14)
4 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 10 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

11.1%

8.0

fonearena.com

Video reviews 4

5.6%

8.4

AbbyBReviewing

5.6%

9.0

The Product Reviewer

5.6%

9.0

Mike O'Brien

5.6%

8.0

DC Rainmaker

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 81% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 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
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

24%

7.7

Health

21%

8.8

Fitness

16%

5.8

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

8.5

Connectivity

9%

8.0

Display & Design

4%

4.5

Hardware

7.6
Review score
Review score
8.3/ 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 81% of models
Grades by review (14)
4 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 10 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

11.1%

8.0

fonearena.com

Video reviews 4

5.6%

8.4

AbbyBReviewing

5.6%

9.0

The Product Reviewer

5.6%

9.0

Mike O'Brien

5.6%

8.0

DC Rainmaker

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.3
Popularity
Popularity
8.2/ 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 73% of models
Popularity:
Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition has a popularity of 8.2 points, which is higher than 72.6% 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

9.2

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
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
no
Barometer
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
Gyroscope
no
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 70% 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
11 days
Battery life
11 days
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 11 days which is longer than that of 70.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2% of smartwatches.
Up to 12 days with battery saver.
Battery life in training mode
26 h
Battery life in training mode
26 h
â–² Better than 66% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 26 h in training mode which is longer than 66.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.7% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
21 h
Battery life with GPS on
21 h
â–² Better than 53% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on which is longer than 52.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.4% of smartwatches.
Battery power
205 mAh
Battery power
205 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 205 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 86.2% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1.5% of smartwatches.
Charge time
135 min
Charge time
135 min
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 135 min which is slower than 87.3% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 1.2% of smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 135 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
no
Voice assistant support
no
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 67.8% 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
1.41 inch
Screen size
1.41 inch
â–² Better than 56% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.41 inch which is larger than the screens of 55.7% of smartwatches and equal to those of 0.5% 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
320x 360
Resolution
320x 360
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 320x360 which is lower than that of 55.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.3% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
342 ppi
Pixel density
342 ppi
â–² Better than 61% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 342 ppi which is higher than that of 60.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.4% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
4 GB
Internal storage
4 GB
â–² Better than 40% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 4 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 40.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 27% 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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What reviewers say

Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • 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).
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    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.
  • 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.
  • 4 days day/s longer battery life
    Battery life
    11 days
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 11 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 12 days with battery saver.
    11 days vs 7 days
  • 6.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    26 h
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (26 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    26 h vs 19.25 h
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • 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
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • 7 g lighter weight
    Weight
    38.0 g
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (38 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    38.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 4.4 mm shorter watch height
    Height
    40.6 mm
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is shorter than the average smartwatch (40.6 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    40.6 mm vs 45 mm
  • 10 °C higher max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    55.0 °C
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >60 °C
    This smartwatch handles a higher maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (55 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    55.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • Better case material
    Case material
    aluminum, fiber-reinforced polymer
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch uses aluminum, fiber-reinforced polymer for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    fiber-reinforced polymer case with anodized aluminum bezel
    aluminum, fiber-reinforced polymer vs polycarbonate
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 gyroscope
    Gyroscope
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 69.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • 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.
  • 95 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    205 mAh days
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (205 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Up to 12 days with battery saver.
    205 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Music playback
    0
    â–² Better than 46% of models
    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–² Better than 32% 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
  • 92.3% more expensive
    Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£250 vs £130).
    £250 vs £130
  • No gyroscope
    Gyroscope
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 69.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • 55 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    25
    â–² Better than 32% 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
  • 95 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery life
    205 mAh days
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (205 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Up to 12 days with battery saver.
    205 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 15 min longer charge time
    Charge time
    135 min
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges slower than the average smartwatch (135 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 135 minutes.
    135 min vs 120 min
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.2
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • Less practical form
    Form
    square
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartwatch uses a square form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    square vs round
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • 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 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
    Music playback
    0
    â–² Better than 46% of models
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1

Video reviews

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

8.4
AbbyBReviewing
✓ explicit
27/09/2022
Hands-on review · battery, GPS and sleep tracking
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition is worth the upgrade over the original, with great battery life and GPS but weak vibration.
9.0
Mike O'Brien
≈ estimated
07/09/2022
Hands-on review · accuracy, interface and battery tests
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition is an accurate, long-lasting fitness watch for fitness-focused buyers, but not for everyday smartwatch users.
8.0
DC Rainmaker
≈ estimated
01/09/2022
Hands-on review · GPS, heart rate and feature tests
Verdict
Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition is a very capable sports watch that trades some smart features for sport tracking and battery life.
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Reviewers like the reliable GPS, onboard music, comfort and battery, but sport modes divide opinion and smartwatch features feel basic.
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8.0
pctipp.ch
≈ estimated
11/01/2023
Hands-on test · Music and health
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music is a light watch with over a week of battery and useful safety features, but loading your own songs needs a PC.
8.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
19/10/2022
Hands-on test · Music and GPS
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music is a light square watch with a bright screen and accurate GPS, though playing music cuts battery life to about 7 hours.
7.6
test-achats.be
✓ explicit
Unknown
Lab test · Fitness tracking
Verdict
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music, now discontinued, is a strong fitness tracker that handles notifications well but cannot take calls and offers little phone control.

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What we like about Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition

  • Long-lasting battery life of up to 11 days in smartwatch mode
  • Vibrant and sharp 1.41-inch AMOLED touchscreen display
  • Lightweight and comfortable design suitable for 24/7 wear
  • Accurate GPS tracking with support for multiple satellite systems
  • Comprehensive health metrics including Body Battery and sleep scoring
  • Onboard music storage for up to 500 songs with phone-free listening
  • No subscription required to access historical health and fitness data

What we don't like about Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition

  • Lacks a barometric altimeter, so it cannot track floors climbed
  • Limited selection of third-party apps in the Connect IQ Store compared to competitors
  • Preloaded workouts lack on-screen animations found in pricier Venu models
  • Proprietary USB-A charging cable rather than standard USB-C or wireless charging
  • Does not include a speaker or microphone for voice calls or assistants
  • Garmin Pay has limited bank support in certain regions like the UK

Verdict

The Garmin Venu Sq 2 Music Edition is a square-faced GPS smartwatch featuring a vibrant 1.41-inch AMOLED touchscreen protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 and an anodised aluminium bezel. It stands out with up to 4GB of internal storage for roughly 500 songs from services like Spotify or Amazon Music, and offers an impressive battery life of up to 11 days in smartwatch mode or 26 hours in GPS-only mode. Key pros include accurate heart rate monitoring via the Elevate Gen 4 sensor, all-system satellite tracking for precision, and comprehensive wellness tools like Body Battery and sleep scoring. However, notable cons include the lack of a barometric altimeter—meaning it cannot track floors climbed—the absence of on-screen animated workouts, and a slightly limited selection of third-party lifestyle apps compared to major competitors.

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