Garmin Venu 2S GPS Smart Watch

2022-10-15T20:00:00

I just bought this after my Fitbit died. Sleep data is on the watch but will not transfer across Garmin connect. Have tried everything

Tania

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2022-10-11T20:00:00

So happy with all the features, perfect for fitness tracking except that Garmin pay only accepts few banks. Need to improve on that!

Hp0210

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2021-12-22T19:00:00

I tested my Venu 2S's pulse oximeter against my medical grade FDA approved finger pulse oximeter and the Venu 2S's is not good. My finger pulse oximeter consistently shows my number at 98 or 99 throughout the day (a person's normal number should be above 95 all the time and should be consistent with no more than 1 or 2% variance, as I understand it). The watch's number fluctuates widely between roughly 84 - 96 and never reaches the correct 98-99, this is totally useless. Yes when the watch showed 84 my finger oximeter showed 98 side by side, and my hospital record this year also showed 98. Garmin, do something with your watch software to fix this. I hope there can be a firmware update soon to correct this. Otherwise I simply take this reading off from watch display or look at it as a joke! The compass when calibrated works fine, but the problem is it loses calibration too easily like once every day or every other day. And the recalibration following the owner's manual does not work. I tried it more than half a dozen times and it didn't work once. The only way it would work is to power off the watch and power on again before doing the calibration. Then it would work per the manual instruction. But the manual doesn't mention having to power off and on the watch to do this and having to power off and on each time is a hassle. Can someone look into this and fix this also? I tried two Venu 2S's and both of them have the same problem with the pulse oximeter inaccuracy and compass losing calibration and needing to reboot to recalibrate. Two sample of out I don't know how many Venu 2S Garmin sold. But this is my experience. I would feel much better if these issues are resolved with some future firmware update. So far not impressed.

viator36

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2021-12-21T19:00:00

I am so happy that I upgraded from my old watch (different brand) to a Garmin watch. The only thing I would like to give it that last star is some more customization. My old watch allowed a full range of emojis for text responses. You could also create your own custom quick responses on the phone to sync. This watch is only able to send a pre-created list of responses such as "yes" "no" and a few others.

Iroc24

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2021-12-18T19:00:00

Been 15 days since I am enjoying my new watch. Venu 2s fits like a glove and works amazingly well. I've added my customized workouts and I don't have to look at my phone every now and then. Battery lasts 5-6 days and it's easy on the wrist. I upgraded from Fitbit Versa and I'm absolutely not going back. I wish I could sync it with my Withings scale though. That would've been convenient.

Nayha

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2021-12-11T19:00:00

It helps me to follow and measure my physical activity, motivating me every day to be better

AndreaEc

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2021-10-16T20:00:00

I bought the Venue 2s several months ago. It's performed very well, hiking, biking and snorkeling. Love the sleep quality score!

MAK20

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2021-10-04T20:00:00

I love this watch! I gave my son the one I had and missed it so much I bought myself one! The health tracking features and the fact that you can set your alarm directly through the watch is what appeals to me most. Connects perfectly with no issues to my ios OnePlus and the battery lasts a very long time which is always a plus. Have already recommended it to a bunch of people!

NikkiMessengerMom

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2021-09-30T20:00:00

I have had this for a few weeks and love it compared to my Fitbit!

Jenmgall

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2021-09-29T20:00:00

I've had Garmin watches for over 20 years and always the ones with the most features and longest battery life. Never cared that they were large for my small wrist. But now I have all that wrapped on a beautiful watch that's also slightly smaller. Love this watch!

Marlen

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2021-09-29T20:00:00

I bought this a little over a months ago after having tried the Vivoactive 5s and Fenix 5s. I am mostly concerned with accurate heart rate, GPS/running and swim tracking. I was hesitant as I've read that the screen is hard to see outside. Not true for me! I can see my [accurate] swim yardage in direct sunlight. The watch is stunning compared to my Fitbit Ionic, and the screen is beautiful. I've been getting back into running and this watch helps tremendously with all the stats I need on one screen. I've found that I can rely on swim tracking (except kicking which I expected). I am so in love with this watch!

Mara

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2021-09-27T20:00:00

I liked the size of the Lily better but it had tech problems

SassyS

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2021-09-25T20:00:00

Love that the Venu 2S has so many great features. However, it stops working (with a full battery charge) periodically for unknown reasons. The only way I am able to get it to restart is by connecting it to my computer.

Liz2

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2021-09-25T20:00:00

I received this for my birthday, after years of having Fitbits. I love it! I have seen so many women with this model and everyone says the same thing, they love it.

Tld59

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2021-09-25T20:00:00

I am loving my Venu 2s. The battery lasts me for several days. And then I charge it twice a week while I am getting ready for work! It charges fast. I love the features. It has alerted me a couple times that my heart is beating abnormally fast while resting. I will inform my doctor about this when I see him next. Love that it syncs with apps such as Noom and WW.

HGunn

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2021-09-24T20:00:00

I replaced my galaxy watch 3 with the venu 2s. The size is much better for womens wrists. Was able to add garmin golf so it works similar to the approach. Womens health tracking is great.

Moo18

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2021-09-20T20:00:00

I have been watchless for a while now after my other watch died because I was looking for something that could match or beat it. I love not having to worry about charging for days. It also has great tracking and simple smartwatch capabilities. The only thing that I miss from my other watch is a smart alarm.

Phil27

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2021-09-17T20:00:00

I am totally jazzed by the capabilities and find the Garmin Connect ecosystem versus the FitBit one a huge upgrade. Why did I wait so long? Only drawback is that sometime the Venu2S locks and registers no data. Has not flaked in the middle of a workout yet. Resets easily but am a little concerned that the forums reflect that Garmin is aware of the problem & there hasn?t been a fix yet?

ChristiLouWho

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2021-09-16T20:00:00

I love my Venu 2S! I had the Vivoactive for many years and the Venu is so much more vibrant and colorful! I love the music feature and the health snapshot! I use the golf distance and score keeper as well and love it! It is so easy to pick your activity and go! This watch is amazing! Highly recommend it!

Spaighter

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2021-09-13T20:00:00

has all the features I love and is the perfect size! Garmin never disappoints.

AmandrewJ

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2021-09-06T20:00:00

I upgraded from a different brand that starts with F and it's a great improvement. I'm not completely happy with the battery life. I wish it lasted longer. I've adjusted to just putting it on the charger when I'm showering after a workout. Sadly, it's frozen twice resulting in contacting the help desk to get it fixed. Still not sure what caused it, but customer service helped fix it. It's extremely accurate and much better at tracking workouts, sleep, etc. than my previous tracker. And I love that I can pick what type of activity I'm doing for more accurate tracking.

Dars03

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2021-08-31T20:00:00

I was so excited to get this watch. After doing extensive research and finally deciding on this one. I was a bit hesitant bc its quite expensive but thought it would be worth it. Less then a week of having it I woke up to find the watch completely off and would not turn on. It had over half % of battery so I was confused. It ended up turning back on but then happened another two times before I took it back to JB. So frustrating as this is a rather pricey watch and it felt a bit cheap. Anyway, I took it back and thankfully got a brand new one. Hopefully I don't have the same problem or I will be returning it and getting an Apple Watch!

Kb94

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2021-08-31T20:00:00

I love the watch but I have to charge every 2 days cause it is drawing too much power on the battery. Haven't had time to call for help yet.

Mindy

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2021-08-28T20:00:00

Love this watch. Hated the square look of the Apple Watch. Plus this is a true fitness and performance watch.

FrankF

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2021-08-27T20:00:00

Love the Garmin Venu 2S! Because of the touchscreen and AMOLED screen, I feel it?s best of both worlds of Apple and Garmin. Granted it doesn?t do phone calls or answer text messages like the Apple Watch and doesn?t do the Recovery time of a Garmin Forerunner, it notifies me I have a phone call and I can assess my own recovery with the Body Battery. Love the small size and very light! I had the Nike Apple Watch series 4 but the battery wouldn?t last a full marathon with the GPS. Then I got the Garmin Forerunner 645 which tracked a full marathon and had 61% left. Loved the Garmin pay and the training metrics. The 645 screen then was pretty visible in direct sunlight. But here comes the Garmin Venu 2S. The Garmin 645 was lighter than the Apple Watch but the Venu 2S is even lighter than the Garmin 645. It took a while for me to get all notifications working. But now I receive all text messages, social media stuff, etc and it?s easy to turn it to ?do not disturb? if needed. The Venu 2S screen is pretty sharp in direct sunlight. The body battery feature seems to be on point. It seems to know how I get energized after a gym session. But I have to keep checking that. I?ve never used sleep tracking before till the Venu 2S and am amazed to see the sleep metrics. When I got this watch, I thought maybe I should?ve gotten the Garmin Forerunner 745 because of the training metrics. I was missing the recovery time the Garmin 645 had (Garmin tells you how many hours you?d need to recover after an activity). It?s takes a few more clicks to find VO2 Max and lactate threshold and Fitness Age. But that?s ok. So long as those features are available, I?m good. I have yet to try it hiking to test elevation but so far I?m happy to use this as I train for future half and full marathons. I also downloaded songs with Spotify and connected to Aeropex by Aftershokz and the sound quality was great! So far I think I need to charge every 5 days or so depending on activities. It takes about a couple of hours to get full charge. Pretty happy with my new toy! (Oh the second photo doesn?t have sleep data because I had to charge before the long run)

moccalicious1194

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2021-08-26T20:00:00

I was looking to replace my apple watch. So far I am underwhelmed. the venu 2s watch itself is fine but the connection to various face options via the ConnectIQ app is clunky and almost overwhelming at times. i have yet to find a face that really can mimic my old apple watch face. i do like how long the battery lasts with the Garmin Venu. and the actual exercise/activity tracking is more robust than my apple watch was.

ChrisL

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2021-08-24T20:00:00

Bought it a week ago and while I'm still fiddling with it, I noticed the sensor can false detect pulse ox and sleep. For example, yesterday I took it off for a few hours and left it on my pillow. It seems like it reads my pillow's pulse ox for an hour -_-as for the sleep detection, if you stay on one side, it can read as you're already sleeping by two hours when I was actually reading and talking to my friend. I hope the accuracy of the sensor can be improved. And even if it's off, there shouldn't be hours off of actual data. I also hope there's an improvement for the watch to track nap. Overall I'd give 3.5/5

Siris

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2021-08-18T20:00:00

I've had the watch about a month now, not only it gorgeous, but I love all the stats and ease of use. The battery last me about 3 days before I have to charge it. I use the GPS function several times a day on my walks.

Fit g.

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2021-08-17T20:00:00

I got really tired of charging my previous watch every day and even then having the battery run down during an activity. The Venu 2S with a battery that lasts about 10 days even with several walks/hikes/workouts plus having music downloaded is the perfect solution. I also use the golf function about twice a week and it works perfectly. I would like to be able to customize the watch face more but it acceptable as is. Overall, I'm very pleased with my purchase of the Venu 2S

CBurn

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2021-08-17T20:00:00

I have finally figured out most of it. Some of the buttons do not always work as they should for setting exercise to function screen. Saving also sometimes does not work as well. Need simplier functions . I have had for weeks and am still figuring out. Instructions suck, I used iTunes vendors for help. Battery drains fast on med .

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