Garmin Venu 2 / 2S GPS Smartwatch // In-Depth Review

[@FinnWebster]

He does so much for a video, its crazy

[@DesFit]

🙏 Thank you!

[@specimen9661]

Not so much, it’s his lifestyle. Nicely integrated hustle with lifestyle

[@ayrow69]

You should have a lot more subscribers. You did a fantastic job on this review. Thanks for your efforts and content

[@DesFit]

Thank you!!

[@maggie9301]

Agreed! Thanks for the great content!

[@kzahrte]

How in the world do you have time to be in beast mode as much as you are and do these awesome videos on top of it?? You're inspiring. Thanks for your channel and such detailed insights!

[@DesFit]

Thanks so much, Kevin!

[@Raumpilot]

Having an eye on the venu2s for quite some time now. This was the best review I've seen in all this time!

[@DesFit]

Thanks!

[@lauraking2332]

same! best review of the bunch out there!

[@DesFit]

Thanks!

[@HaiChaConCuocSongOUc]

man that HIT to HIIT topic transition was smooth. Subbed 🤣

[@DesFit]

Haha, thanks!

[@lw5217]

Yaaaaay! 🤗 Thank you Des! Been waiting for it! 🍀

[@DesFit]

Sure thing!

[@fitgearhunter]

Fantastic review! Holy cow great job packing in so much information in a concise, timely manner

[@DesFit]

Thanks FGH! This one was a beast of a review, for sure!

[@fitgearhunter]

@@DesFit it’s official, I’ve watched all of the reviews out and this is definitely the most clear, concise consolidation of information video review of the new device out there!

[@DesFit]

Just trying to do my best and put out the information I think people would like to see 👍 Thank you!!! 🙏

[@its_raksh]

Me liking the video as soon as I open it ..😁

[@DesFit]

Thank you!

[@blaauwbroekb]

Because you know Des is going to knock it out of the park.

[@gzawz3522]

I usually have trouble with reviewers either just restating what I could find on the manufacture's website, or using too many technical terms and being boring. That is not the case at all here. I feel that your reviews give a lot of information in a short amount of time. Very nice.

[@DesFit]

Thanks!

[@isabellalalove]

The amount of excitement I got this morning seeing this video 😍. Your videos always make me want to get the watch so bad 😆😆

[@DesFit]

Thanks! I’m excited about this watch too!

[@govindkrishna9528]

Seriously. You should atleast have a million more subs man. The way you present, the kind of details you gather, the effort you put in each video and the quality of your making is just fantastic. I wish you reach that milestone soon. I've a qn for you. Do you think the new features introduced in Venu 2 will hit fenix 6 too?

[@DesFit]

I’d have to imagine that the HIIT profile will make it to other watches but I don’t have any definitive word on that. Thanks so much!

[@catho6785]

This was such a thorough and helpful review! Keep up the great work!

[@DesFit]

Thanks!

[@philnichols4680]

Great review, Des...as always! I’m excited to see Garmin finally leveraging the screen technology, and supplying much improved screen graphics. That, along with the Body Battery and Sleep improvements are tempting.I don’t need this, but you’ve made me want it. Thanks, man!

[@DesFit]

Need vs want are such hard things to juggle! :) Thanks Phil!

[@deancassidy3671]

Hi Des great review, as always, switched from Apple Watch after your review. Loved Apple Watch but battery life driving me insane. Loving venu 2 so far. Cheers

[@JuniorBattle23]

You and DC are getting likes from me before a watch a single second of your content. Keep it coming

[@DesFit]

Thanks so much! That’s very much appreciated especially considering the work we put into the videos 👍🙏

[@jimmyboiii820]

This is a real engineering test here!! Love the review. Love seeing all those control groups you set up. I have been watching all your videos. Most accurate testing you have demonstrated.

[@DesFit]

Thanks so much!

[@GillesSoulet]

This is exactly the kind of review I'm looking for. You won a subscriber !

[@DesFit]

Thanks!

[@maggie9301]

Thanks for the detailed review! I’ve decided on the 2s instead of the 2 and it was really helpful to see you wearing both sizes which shows the actual difference when wearing and using the watch.Thanks for the great content! Your videos are my go to when I want an in-depth and helpful review

[@DesFit]

Glad the information is helpful! Thanks!

[@patrickzitt9850]

This video has everything. Fantastic job my friend. Great content! I just bought the Venu 2 and now I’m even more excited about it!

[@DesFit]

Nice! Enjoy your watch 👍

[@SnareMan]

Great video. I love my Garmin watches and would want to use this with the display always on. It's just a bit of a hassle to PLUG it in ever night or two. Why can't they add wireless charging so you can just set it on a charger like the Samsung watches. Sooo much easier.

[@jkadbhjadhboa]

Great video! I loved that you showed both sizes on your wrist (at different times) during the video so that I can get a feel for which one I’d want based on my wrist size. Incidentally, it’s normal for there to be up to a 3% variation in oxygen saturation readings on any two properly functioning pulse ox devices. So, although it’s kind of impressive that the watch was within 1% of the medical pulse ox device you had, its also technically sort of meaningless. Keep up the great work!

[@DesFit]

Thanks so much and providing the additional info!

[@mohamedarab9983]

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[@MrWhaatay]

Great review! Really appreciated comparing the accuracy of the oxygen and heart beat sensors to actual equipment made for that purpose.

[@jdsenior74]

When I want a review on a garmin product I watch your videos, keep up the good work I really love your channel 😁👍

[@DesFit]

Thanks so much!

[@aristides888]

Best reviewer by far. Objective, focused on what we want to know and to the point. Any thoughts on the next Fenix?

[@DesFit]

Thanks! No idea what the future holds but you can count on me covering devices when they get released 👍

[@natasharuns]

Loved the thoroughness off the video. Definitely helped me get a better idea of how to use my watch! Thanks:)

[@DesFit]

Glad it helped. Thanks!

[@mlegrand]

Honestly this thing looks pretty interesting. There's a lot of new little bits of tech in here. That display looks super sharp in your video here. I don't know if it would have looked as good outdoors but you did a great job showing how nice it can look. The UI looks a lot cleaner (although I've never owned a Venu watch for comparison) Amazing review as always Des!

[@DesFit]

Yup, super interesting with all the new-new included with this release. The display really did blow me away. It’s very good and nothing to do with my camera 😉 Thanks Matt!

[@vt2965]

Good review pace, covered lots , easy to understand, key points highlighted well, watch demo to match with delivery very well done. There was no need for me to stop and rewind the video……One of the best reviews . Good job.

[@DesFit]

Thanks so much!

[@karastover8963]

My favorite fitness channel ! Now I want the Venu 2 ! 😂 the crisp clear screen got me 🥰 I paid extra for the fenix 6s sapphire and didn't get the crisp black. I'm really liking this Venu 2 .... thanks for the review! You rock!

[@DesFit]

Glad you're enjoying your watch(es)! 😁 Thanks Kara!

[@whalientokyo2451]

I was conviced to buy this watch because of your detailed reviews. I love this watch! Worth it!

[@DesFit]

Glad you’re enjoying your watch! Thanks!

[@cukeeanna]

Thank you. I am going to get the Venu2s, you helped me to decide :)

[@DesFit]

Glad the info helped. Enjoy your watch!

[@christianaakingbola7702]

This is an amazing review, Des! I am now looking into getting this. My 645 music stopped working well and I am sold on this one.

[@DesFit]

Thanks so much! I hope you enjoy your watch!

[@juliancole9204]

This just looks awesome, so I ordered one and it's arriving tomorrow Can't wait

[@DesFit]

Enjoy!

[@jaymillington8631]

What’s your thoughts on it, I’m thinking about getting one

[@juliancole9204]

@@jaymillington8631 It's a very good watch, lots of functions Seems to be getting better with each update

[@jaymillington8631]

@@juliancole9204 cheers will defo be getting one

[@tamrynvanwyk6022]

Great video Des! Your video on the Venu SQ Music made me buy that watch and I'm loving it! 🙏🏽❤

[@DesFit]

Sweet! Glad you’re enjoying your watch!

[@xXEazy94EXx]

The GUI looks really nice. I’m excited for the vivoactive 5. Thanks for the detailed video Des!

[@DesFit]

Sure thing! Thanks!

[@jess6859]

I'm sold in buying this watch!! Great review btw

[@DesFit]

Thanks so much! Enjoy your watch!

[@SantoshAM]

This is the real meaning of In-Depth review you definitely sold me to buy the product. Keep going boss.

[@DesFit]

Thanks and hope you enjoy your watch!

[@nasheenaramnarain2945]

Excellent review, I was able to make an informed decision on the Garmin Venu 2S. The best review I have seen so far. Thank you

[@DesFit]

Glad the information helped. Thanks!

[@alanshrimpton6787]

What a great review. You only today turned up as a suggestion view. I'm subscribing.

[@DesFit]

Thanks Alan!

[@gurbangulychaushesku4856]

Thank you so much!!! The best review I've watched. Exactly what I wanted to know. Especially grateful for the swimming.

[@DesFit]

Sure thing! Thanks!

[@mylenefresnido1606]

You really love what youre doing (reviewing and of course working out). thank you so much for the very awesome review. i decided to check out venu 2s as soon as i finished watching this video 💓

[@DesFit]

Nice! Enjoy your watch and thanks for the nice words!

[@nyobalingit9258]

I love your reviews; straight forward, informative and very detailed! Great work!

[@DesFit]

Thanks!

[@KH-gc6tw]

Thanks for this awesome video, Des! It seems like you put a lot of time and effort into these and it really shows. Outstanding work!

[@DesFit]

This was a beast of a review! It did in fact take quite a bit of time to test and film and I appreciate you noticing 👍🙏 Thanks!

[@gorcyopelturbo5001]

Based on your video and presentation I will buy Garmin Venu 2 💪

[@23rambou]

This was the best review I have ever seen. You spent so much time on it. You definitely helped me in making a decision. So thank you very much :)

[@DesFit]

You’re welcome and thanks!

[@cyborgzulu2011]

No wonder you lost some sleep! Just wow. Thank you for the training and testing. Totally going to share this channel as much as I can.

[@DesFit]

Wow, thanks so much Rayburn!

[@braddavister137]

Oh wow! Garmin was busy! These look pretty darn good, I can’t wait to see the other models they come with. Maybe fenix series will get a nicer screen!

[@DesFit]

These watches were quite impressive!

[@braddavister137]

@@DesFit don’t tease me like that! Other than apple fitness plus being better on the Apple Watch ( garmin seems to have improved theirs as well I just don’t know how well), the venu beats the Apple Watch easily in my opinion.

[@carlettacunningham8219]

Great In depth video. Thank you! Going from Garmin 645 to Venus 2S. Here it goes :-).

[@iceatherine]

One of the best and most informative videos man. You have helped me decide on a watch thank you so much for making this.

[@DesFit]

Sure thing! Glad it helped.

[@darkstepwarrior88]

i like the comparison with the original model. Giving context makes a review much stronger

[@DesFit]

Glad to help

[@Alex94Yo]

Hi Des, Fantastic in-depth review! Although I am really curious if Garmin sleep tracking has improved in terms of accuracy. Are you still forced to set-up the bed and wake time? Does Venu 2 can track sleep outside of selected time interval? Thanks!

[@heidihawkins7002]

Yes, you have to set up bed and wake times, and it doesn't track daytime naps.

[@NoLiesWereTold]

Comprehensive, accurate and very informative. Thanks for the boat load of info

[@DesFit]

Sure thing. Thanks!

[@johannsmit1694]

Love the review DesFit great job. Almost got the Polar Vantage M2 which is slightly cheaper here in South Africa but decided to go with the Venu 2. Will be my first Garmin as I've always used Polar.

[@DesFit]

Nice! The Venu 2 is a great watch. Enjoy and thanks!

[@V3ND10L4]

Great review! Thank you! I usually watch review videos sped up. For yours I did not have to do this! 😊👍🏾

[@DesFit]

I usually get comments that I speak too quickly 😂 Glad the speed was to your liking. Thanks!

[@V3ND10L4]

@@DesFit oh, btw, I ordered two Venu 2s after your video. I've been on the fence between Venu and Venu 2 but you gave important information that I hadn't heard on other reviews. Plus, when I went to Amazon they were $50 off normal price!! Score!!!

[@DesFit]

Nice! Enjoy your watches!

[@mrphyslaw]

Great video! I know it was very hard to put all this together, and you did a great job. Subbed!

[@DesFit]

Thanks so much, Matt!

[@Danchy082]

Damn it, never knew it will be this hard to choose a watch! I recently got me a HRM pro chest monitor, and wanted to buy me a garmin watch. The Venu 2 seems to be my dream watch, but the current price puts me off. Is it worth the upgrade over original Venu? Certainly the battery life on Venu is a big minus...

[@broodjeaap77]

Quality review as always. I bought my 1st gen Venu based on your review and I love it.

[@DesFit]

Nice! Glad you’ve enjoyed your watch.

[@MascarasMil]

Thank you for the review. This is the watch I've been looking for!

[@DesFit]

Sure thing!

[@SJ-cc6fp]

Fantastic video. Thanks so much for putting so much detail into this.

[@DesFit]

Sure thing. Thanks!

[@abraham8287]

That's what's called a perfect review

[@DesFit]

Thanks so much!

[@clarence0100]

Awesome review! As expected. Can u do original venu vs venu2?

[@reihantaharim6071]

Excellent review! Packed with info and very good pace.

[@DesFit]

Thanks!

[@sikilecar]

Very nice to see that last 2 midrangers Polar vantage m2 and Venu 2 have shown some improvents in accuracy. Great and usefull review.

[@DesFit]

Thanks so much!

[@ethangold6313]

Awesome review Des. Congrats to those who got the gift cards.

[@DesFit]

Thanks Ethan!

[@ЕленаХаустова-ы1ы]

Wow! Thanks for the review ❤

[@DesFit]

You’re welcome!

[@cirrusclouds8295]

Thank you for such a detailed review. I just ordered the Garmin 245 which has emphasis on running. I chose it over the Garmin 55 because of support for strength training in 245. Now I see the Venu 2 has those nice animations for the strength exercises, and showing the muscle groups. Those are nice but when I think of it, not really necessary, as I have books showing me how to do those exercises. Apart from the nice graphics, are the strength training features in the Venu 2 more advanced than those in the 245? What does the 245 miss out here?

[@quinitawhitfield9541]

I love the fitness timers for HIIT. I currently have a separate app to do street parking program workouts. And I hate having to place my phone nearby to keep an eye on the timer. Having the timer on the watch makes so much more sense.

[@DesFit]

It’s a pretty neat feature!

[@princecyr]

Des. You made my day... You are the Best... Thank you for this review...

[@DesFit]

Sure thing!

[@slavomirko7]

Amazing review! Really to depth. Subscribed

[@DesFit]

Thanks!

[@cusebike5391]

I'm going to wait on the Vivoactive 5. I'm sure I'll be picking up one or the other eventually.

[@catho6785]

Me too but I have nothing at the moment so I don’t know if I can hang out till September (rumoured) vs getting this now

[@danielrguerra]

Great video, very well explained the new Venu, congratulations and thank you very much.

[@DesFit]

Thanks Daniel!

[@mikephilpot]

That is one sleek looking watch there. That animated screen is outstanding. I'm going to see what the Fenix 7 (if it's called that) looks like before I jump on this. Killer review. 🤙🏻

[@DesFit]

Thanks Mike!

[@ChrisDrysdale16]

Great video as always!

[@DesFit]

Thanks Chris!

[@LunitaBlubber]

Waooo, very impressive video. Finally, all the details we should know to make a choice. Thank you so much!!!

[@DesFit]

Glad it helps! Thanks!

[@aishteru85]

Thank you for this review. Definitely getting this now

[@DesFit]

Great devices. Thanks!

[@karlc204]

Wow, incredibly in depth review. Thanks for making this.

[@DesFit]

Sure thing. Thanks!

[@juliancole9204]

With this being released, surely the vivoactive 5 should be announced very soon. Any news on that Des?

[@MarkGreaves007]

Awesome review once again.

[@DesFit]

Thanks Mark!

[@blaauwbroekb]

Once again, great video. Thanks!

[@DesFit]

Thanks Brian!

[@RunWithMyDog]

Wow, very thorough and insightful! Thanks for this nice review. Can you create a pool workout with this one or it’s unsupported like the previous model?

[@fishchipsandmushypeas]

Brilliant video Des.

[@DesFit]

Thanks Rich!

[@Parapsyglider]

Great review as always. Thanks so much

[@DesFit]

Thank you!

[@HappyLife-xv3vi]

Which garmin do you recommened venu 2s or vivoactive 4s?Which is better?

[@dwilliams5507]

Great video! Subscribed. Couple if questions, in regards to the venu2 1. Can you turn the touch screen off to stop accidental touches, and just use the buttons to navigate 2. Is the touch screen still responsive with a sweaty finger while training Have you done a top 10

[@Lynn-zw7dr]

From the UK I thank you! 😊 I have just purchased the Google Pixel 6 Pro phone, and the Samsung Galaxy 4 watch, the phone is great. However, the Galaxy watch 4 doesn't work on most features with my new phone, pretty useless in fact, albeit a nice looking watch. You have helped me decide to buy the 2S, I'm not super fit like you, I'm 69, a bit knackered now health wise, but I used to go to the gym in my younger days, and walked 8 miles a day 7 days a week for many years until 20 years ago when my health forced me to stop. I'm still slim so that's good I suppose, small mercies! I want to monitor my health on the watch, I won't be using it for strenuously pushing my body beyond its capabilities, those days are over, but it would be good for general monitoring. I have a few questions before I buy please; 1. Can you make phone calls from the watch? 2. I have a Nickel allergy, is the frame/case Aluminium or Stainless Steel, and would the casing touch my skin? (On the Galaxy watch the aluminium part of the frame/case doesn't touch the skin). 3. Are there nice digital clock faces? (On the galaxy watch it's only showing a 24 hour clock even when on PM 12 hour clock, so in the afternoon evening, it displays for example 3:15pm as 03:15 so annoying! I'd appreciate a reply if you could find the time, great video, thank you. 🙂

[@patrickorourke152]

Thank you so much for another great review I always go on your recommendations so I’m going to go with this Garmin

[@DesFit]

Enjoy your new watch. Thanks!

[@patrickorourke152]

@@DesFit I will I went with one of your reviews the last time and you were spot on so I always look to you when I’m buying a new one it’s pricey at €400 I’m in Ireland but it looks to do what I need a sports watch to do I’m heavy and back on the bike lost 1.2kgs in a week with no dietary changes went on a few different diets but they did not work but I came across a channel and the bloke said about that the body produces some kind of hormone like an insulin over night so we can get up and go in the morning so I do a cycle first thing in the morning straight from the bed and it works big time

[@patrickorourke152]

@@DesFit maybe you could let people know as I haven’t changed a single thing just doing my bike ride 1st thing in the morning and you feel brilliant

[@PauloScarmagnan]

Great review Des! I was wondering, does this watch have audio prompts? Something that was missing in previous version.

[@mzafri93]

Really great video! I've always enjoyed your in depth analysis on the GPS tracking of the watch for different types of sports. Hope you keep making great reviews & analysis videos! Cheers from Malaysia!

[@NormKohn]

very comprehensive and enjoyable review

[@DesFit]

Thanks!

[@nami1540]

Honestly, this is the first time the UI and display appear premium. My VA3M seems pretty old against that. Still I'd hope they did better with distributing features and updates to previous models. That would make me more confident in investing into this brand. There are so many stupid limitations for me a few years in. Even server based features are not distributed to older models. I.e. if i track a weight lifting exercise, why can't tell me the muscles used in the app (it has a blank window for that)? It is not "supported" on my watch but obviously the exercise, the weight and the reps are known and should be more than enough to color a muscle red or orange.

[@Tolotoss]

Hey, thanks once again for an awesome review! Since I'm not too deep in the details for each of these watches, what would be any reasons to go for let's say a Forerunner 745 instead of the Venu 2? Are there any metric that I can't get on the Venu compared to a Forerunner? If not, it seems to me, that the Venu is by far the more beautiful watch with a very similar price...

[@simbadurio444]

No open water swimming? Ouch! I guess they don’t want to take sales away from Fenix? Great review by the way.

[@paigekeister522]

This is a great video!! Thank you

[@DesFit]

You’re welcome and thanks!

[@johnmichel1570]

Great review as always

[@DesFit]

Thanks Vineet!

[@toniromerotorres]

It's a very good review. Thanks.

[@DesFit]

Thanks!

[@kev369]

Hey man, great video! My wrist size is about 6.5in -6.7in (male). I'm leaning towards the venu 2s 40mm since that is the size I would normally wear for a standard watch. Do you have any thoughts on it, will I be missing out if I don't get the larger one?

[@ElToro36]

Thank you, Des, for a thorough and very useful overview. The incident detection feature is very important to me (and my family) when I go for a long ride or trail run by myself. How does the Venu 2 rate with respect to Apple 6 and other Garmin sport watches in this regard?

[@DriftLibrary]

Helpful. Thanks 🤙🏽

[@DesFit]

Happy to help!

[@Delacroix2013]

great video man, thank you for sharing! Got a question: does it have tactix mode for operations?

[@albertoarguedas7186]

Awesome review. Thanks!

[@sheruggi]

Thanks for review, its amazing.

[@DesFit]

Sure thing. Thanks!