Garmin Venu 2 Plus

The Garmin Venu 2 Plus is a feature-packed smartwatch that is ideal for fitness enthusiasts. It comes with a range of sensors, including GPS, accelerometers, compass, barometric altimeter, and heart rate sensor, to track your fitness activities accurately. The watch supports over 25 built-in workout types and a collection of more than 1,400 additional presets available for download.

It also supports HIIT and multisport modes, and you can customize the displays and data that are shown on the watch during the activity. The heart rate monitoring capabilities of the watch are accurate and reliable, whether you're talking about passive all-day tracking or results during exercise. The built-in GPS is impressive and perfect for tracking running routes accurately.

The watch also allows for smart assistant integration through the use of a microphone and speaker on the watch. The unique features of the watch include voice assistant support, on-wrist calls, advanced health monitoring, music storage and playback, Garmin Pay contactless payments, safety and tracking features, and an AMOLED display.

Overall, the Garmin Venu 2 Plus is an excellent choice for fitness enthusiasts who want a feature-packed smartwatch that can track their activities accurately and provide them with useful insights into their health and fitness.

The Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a battery life of up to 9 days in smartwatch mode, up to 10 days in battery saver mode, and up to 8 hours using GPS and music (or 24 hours with GPS and no music). However, battery life can vary depending on individual usage. The watch has been tested to last anywhere from 3 days to 8 days depending on usage.

The watch has a power-saving mode called "Battery Saver" mode, which can extend the battery life up to 10 days in smartwatch mode. Using features such as GPS tracking, music streaming, and the "always on" screen mode will consume more battery life than using the watch for regular smartwatch functions.

The battery life of Garmin Venu 2 Plus can vary depending on the type of activities or workouts being tracked. GPS usage and music playback are the biggest factors in battery life. The watch lasts for 8 hours of GPS tracking with music, while the Plus actually beats the base watch in GPS tracking sans music: 24 hours vs.

22 hours.

The Garmin Venu 2 Plus has a durable and high-quality design, with a fibre-reinforced polymer body and premium materials for the back and bezel. It is comfortable to wear for extended periods of time, with a lightweight and refined appearance. The 1. 3-inch AMOLED display is bright, crisp, and vibrant, with multiple brightness levels and an ambient light sensor.

The watch offers a range of quick-release 20mm straps, including silicone, nylon, suede, leather, and Milanese, with the silicone band being comfortable for all-day wear. The design of the watch blends the appearance and feel of a smartwatch with the fitness tracking depth of a classic Garmin runner's watch.

It is suitable for various use cases, including fitness tracking, daily wear, and formal occasions, depending on the style of the band chosen. Overall, the Garmin Venu 2 Plus is a standout smartwatch with a sleek and versatile design.

The Garmin Venu 2 Plus offers over 25 sports apps, including popular options like Strava, Spotify, and MyFitnessPal. The Garmin Connect IQ store also allows for additional app downloads. However, the selection of third-party apps is more limited compared to other wearable app stores.

The smartwatch has a dedicated phone app called Garmin Connect, which provides detailed data on fitness and activity, but can be confusing to navigate with nested menus. Overall, the Garmin Venu 2 Plus is a good option for fitness enthusiasts who want a variety of sports apps and detailed data tracking, but may not be the best choice for those looking for a wide range of third-party apps or a user-friendly phone app.

The Garmin Venu 2 Plus has seamless connectivity with smartphones through the Garmin Connect app, and it has built-in Wi-Fi connectivity for automatic syncing of activity data. It also has Bluetooth connectivity for connecting to other devices such as headphones or speakers. The watch is compatible with most major smartphones, except for some Honor and Huawei phones.

The connection between the Venu 2 Plus and phone is reliable for receiving notifications, and the watch's speaker allows for playing music directly on the watch. Overall, the Garmin Venu 2 Plus is a reliable and convenient option for those who want to stay connected while tracking their fitness goals.

The Garmin Venu 2 Plus is compatible with most major smartphones running either Android or iOS operating system, except for Honor and Huawei. It can also connect to tablets and promises a more connected smartwatch experience than most other Garmin watches. The smartwatch supports Android and iOS phone call support, making and answering calls from your wrist.

Users can check Garmin's list of incompatible phones on their website to ensure compatibility. Overall, the Garmin Venu 2 Plus is a great option for those looking for a smartwatch that can seamlessly connect to their smartphone and provide a more connected experience.