Garmin Venu SQ Review | Fitness Tech Review

[@alexdavis2564]

I appreciate your videos and the way that they’re formatted. I still don’t know what watch I wanna get yet but these are helpful

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I'm glad I'm able to help. Good luck finding one

[@AhmedKalei]

Hi, first I have to mention how respectful it is that you reply to all the comments you receive! I watch a lot of reviews and always check the comments in case someone already asked a question I had in mind and I can assure you that not all reply as you do…. Thank you! A very interesting question not related at all to the review, which band are you wearing in your hand? Is it the fitbit charge 4? Thanks again and wish you all the best!

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I'm glad you appreciate that and I will keep it up. I have a Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 on my left wrist and a Whoop 3.0 on the other

[@AhmedKalei]

@@FitnessWithFrost thanks again and best of luck! I subscribed into your channel not to miss any coming reviews. I just realized that the venu sq comes with an LCD and not AMOLED screen one. Did you feel a big difference compared to other AMOLED screen watches you reviewed? I have a Fenix 6x sapphire and want to know if I should expect from the venu sq a similar screen, or more towards the Apple Watch one. Thanks.

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Yes and no. Yes in that if you have them both side to side you will be able to notice the AMOLED is brighter typically and more vibrant. No in that if you just know LCD you really won't be upset that you missed out. Hopefully that's a little bit helpful. Also with the 2nd part I've not gotten my hands on those other bands yet. Only the Venu SQ so I don't think I can fully answer that portion

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I'm a little confused by that question TFT if a type of LCD do I'm not sure what you are asking

[@AhmedKalei]

@@FitnessWithFrost sorry if I confused you. I just realized that there was a part that I did not see in your previous reply that you did not review the Fenix 6x. I believe when you review the screen of the Fenix 6 you will get my point. It was mainly about how would you position the brightness of the venu sq screen? More towards the Apple Watch, or the Garmin Fenix 6x? Anyways thanks a lot for your time and keep the great work 😊👍

[@xiuyanyan]

Hello, not sure If you can still respond to this but Is the venue sq still worth buying at this time? I am about to start training in running, and I also needed the feature of sleep monitor, stress, pulse ox, and heart rate monitoring. Thanks!

[@daveedee3626]

Am I being dumb or did you not cover notifications? How messages from different apps appear and how you're able to deal with them is important. For many people a smart watch is simply about not having to reach for their phone every few minutes to respond with a "Thanks" or "Okay".

[@victorrosaoliveira]

Hey , great review 😊 what’s the name of the band/watch you are wearing in your right side at this video ?

[@lyrehsevac3743]

Can i answer calls from my phone thru my venu sq watch?

[@CurtisRamer]

Does the Garmin Venu SQ "NOT Music" version able to control music on your phone when paired (Volume/Play/Pause/Skip)? Like if you phone is secured away while you're running and you want to crank the volume or skip or repeat the song playing on your phone without digging out your phone disrupting your run?

[@GRINACE]

Hi I wanted to ask your opinions on this watch vs something newer like the Fitbit Charge 6. Im getting this for my wife for HR broadcasting on Zwift. I just found out fitbit is subcription based so was looking at this watch because of the price. I know its older but would it be good?

[@Crazy3189]

Does anyone know if you can actually add what you eat? Would be great if it had calorie tracking built in so you could see how much you're burning versus what you actually took in that day. I know you can use another app to count catteries but it would be handy to have it all in one place

[@izellevanderwalt7006]

Hi there! How is the step counter accuracy? I've had a huawei band 6 but if I sway from side to side it says I literally walked 600 steps. I currently have the Huawei band 4 and very hesitant to replace it as I'm scared the step counter is not accurate. Any tips?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I mean it's hard to get an exact country for your steps unless you get a step counter placed around your hips. I'm general Garmin is always pretty accurate with steps. Hopefully that is helpful

[@eternalbliss1270]

Can you make a phone call from this watch with Bluetooth ?

[@cecesdiary9048]

Hi, does this watch have the animated workout feature like the other Garmin watches?

[@KaNGaRooBaby910]

hi can i know how accurate the sleep tracking is compare to Polar Unite / Ignite / Pacer?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Sorry I haven't really gotten my hands on any polar devices yet. That would just be an educated guess on my end

[@sirinenouira6442]

Hi ! shall I go for GTS 4 mini or venu SQ ? :) thank you !

[@jacobkoder4903]

Even though it doesn't have an altimeter I heard that it still uses GPS to estimate elevation change. Is that what you understand?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

From my testing I didn't get any elevation at all sadly

[@jacobkoder4903]

@@FitnessWithFrost Bummer. Mine is supposed to be here in a few days. I'll report back if I find anything.

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I appreciate that. Good luck with it!

[@jacobkoder4903]

I've been using my SQ for a few weeks now. When it uses GPS to track outdoor activities (running, biking, SUP, etc.) it then gives altitude info based on your mapped coordinates on the Connect phone app. No live readout that I'm aware of though.

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I really appreciate that update. That's a very good feature that I was unaware of

[@farko2122]

Is this the Garmin Venu SQ non music variant? If so, does it able to control my spotify (play/pause/next track or volume) on my phone? I keen on getting this and I dont see the leverage of downloading music on a smartwatch for my case. Would appreciate some feedback and confirmation on this. Thanks in advance!

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I'll take a look at it when I get back, but the one I reviewed is the non music one

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Yes it does have a way to control your music on the one that is non music variant

[@farko2122]

@@FitnessWithFrost Thanks for that confirmation! Will be planning to get mine soon. Please do keep up on what you do, very helpful video indeed.

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Thank you so much and good luck on your fitness journey!

[@zeemonkeyman1]

Hi, how does this compare to a Apple Watch Series 3 for an iPhone user?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Very similar, but much better battery life on the Gamin. Some things like quick responses won't be available tho

[@GM-ri7mn]

Is it MLP screen or amoled?

[@blackmasterrrr]

Hi and thank you for the review! pretty good. I have question: can you change the music from Venu SQ? I am not referring to Venu SQ music version where you can also download it. Just wondering if it is possible to go to next song etc. from Venu SQ.

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Yes it does have a media player you can skip songs on

[@blackmasterrrr]

@@FitnessWithFrost thanks for replying!!!

[@FitnessWithFrost]

No problem. Good luck on your fitness journey!

[@glydec9902]

Hi. Need your reco whichever affordable smartwatch or much better garmin watch to buy for someone who does circuit training and muay thai?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

What is your price range?

[@johnnyblank8752]

Can you use the pace pro into this watch?

[@charlesmothershed1931]

Does it count calories main concern

[@FitnessWithFrost]

It does count the calories that you burn. Hopefully that is helpful

[@morrillo0017]

Is the venus good good for hiking 🥾?? I want to get one for a friend,

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I definitely can do hiking well. The watch isn't specific towards it, but it will get the job done

[@sonnyle1523]

If I buy other garmin watches, will they have the same features?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Not all Garmin watches have the same features sadly

[@j3ster728]

Love your reviews ! I want you to help me decide which fitness tracker to buy. I am between buying the mi band 6 or the fitbit inspire 2. Is it worth paying extra for the fitbit despite it's tiny screen ?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

If you are looking for more accurate fitness tracking and a better app I would go with the fitbit. But the is no denying how nice the screen is on the Mi Band 6. If you want the better screen go with the Mi Band 6. Hopefully that helped!

[@hong_1712]

I do cycling 3 or 4 days/week. What do you recommend "best budget Garmin" for recovery and body battery features?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

How much is the most you're willing to spend?

[@hong_1712]

@@FitnessWithFrost range from $150-$200

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I think the Garmin Forerunner 55 is a great choice for you. That or the Venu SQ, but I do think you will like the 55 more

[@hong_1712]

@@FitnessWithFrost what is the main difference with both?

[@hong_1712]

@@FitnessWithFrost Thanks for your recommendation! i already look at Venu SQ, why you prefer forerunner 55? because i look on Garmin Venu SQ, it got more sensor (Garmin Elevate™ wrist heart rate monitor, Compass, Accelerometer, Thermometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Pulse OX Blood Oxygen Saturation Monitor) and foreunner 55 only have (heart rate monitor,Accelerometer)

[@abrilgarcia3607]

how long is the battery life for running?

[@fishbone-thestoryteller]

Hi, thanks for your review. I'm considering between Forerunner 45 and Venu Sq. Can I get your insight of which one I should go for?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I can try. I think the biggest thing that is going to factor in is screen and battery life and what you would consider being more important between the two. Are you looking for something that is more like a smart watch, but can track activities well. Or are you looking for a fitness band only

[@fishbone-thestoryteller]

@@FitnessWithFrost I'm leaning more towards a fitness band actually, cause I don't have the habit or need of checking my messages or receiving phone calls from the watch. Just something that can help me keep track of my activities should do. Hope this helps clarify!

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I would recommend the Forerunner then if that's what you're looking for. Hopefully that is helpful

[@fishbone-thestoryteller]

@@FitnessWithFrost ok noted, will proceed with the Forerunner then. Thank so much for your advice. All the best for your great channel!

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I'm glad I could help. Good luck with your new band!

[@leighstaceyclaasen5654]

Great review thanks so much. Im looking to replace my fitbit ionic and was looking at either the garmin sq or the polar ignite 2. Which would you recommend? I am leaning towards the garmin. I gym about 4 times a week and play a lot of tennis so I'm nice and active and want a good all round multi sport watch with GPS.

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I am a little bit more partial to Garmin myself, but I haven't done my due diligence on Polar to give you a great recommendation though. I think you will be happy with the Garmin

[@madehchiong1269]

Great video! But how does this compare to Fitbit Versa 2? ☺️

[@FitnessWithFrost]

That is a great question let me get back to you on that

[@walkingzombies3958]

Hi, thanks so much for the video,it's very helpful . Do you know if the watch have the function of "resume activity later" or not? Don't seem able to find it.

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I'm glad the video helped. You can pause you activity and resume if that's what your asking, but I'm not sure

[@anthonyrainey5822]

Can you receive call and text notifications?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Yes you can. Just have to go into the app and allow the notifications

[@Mentalcheez]

Can you use google assistant with this watch?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

There are other way to side load it but no official way to sadly

[@shijumathew407]

Hi does it have a timer and stopwatch?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

It does have both

[@everythingood2609]

Great review

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Thank you so much! Glad I could help

[@541barbers]

Does it display elevation?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

It does not have an altimeter so it will not display elevation sadly

[@sfu-starnuggzz8168]

Does this work with the chest strap?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

It is compatible with some chest straps. If you have the App it's located there if not I would contact Garmin about what ones are

[@thatsarock]

Dude this video just saved me allot of money... Definitely not buying it now lol. But not in a bad way. This thing does everything amazing to track your fitness and I'm terminally ill so I have to have all of these logs and be able to email them to Drs or specialists And also not being able to pay with the watch was kinda big for me. I have a few medical credit accounts plus my credit and debt cards. It's so nice to be able to toggle thru and just pay instead of having to carry each card. So unfortunately I needed a Samsung watch. Didn't really want to spend the money on it but it's what I needed. If you just want a personal monitor that you track for yourself this is an amazing watch! Just can't do it...

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Alex I am sad to hear about your illness. I'm glad my video could help in any way possible. I wish you the best!

[@liamgbooth]

You can pay with this watch. I do so with mine?

[@JB-vz9mm]

My backscreen is so dull though the brightness is on high :/

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Oh damn. Just get it?

[@halirowland4368]

Thanks for the video! I’ve been researching on what smart watch to get, I’m wanting to get into running and I feel like this watch is the one for me. But I do have one question, can I connect my Apple air pods with this watch?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Are you going to be keeping your phone with you?

[@halirowland4368]

No I don’t plan to

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Are you considering the music version to download music to?

[@namepending155]

You can’t price compare without mentioning the Fitbit Premium $20/mo cost, so add like $240 onto the Fitbit cost for each of their products. Edit: hey thanks for the review. That was my only complaint. Thank you.

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I'm glad you could enjoy. It is 10$ a month or 80$ yearly believe

[@narmen1984]

Good to see it can't track your nonexistent menstrual cycle 😂 Ordered this watch today excited to get it!

[@MrTmax74]

Great review, thank you. Does this bad boy have on the fly oxygen sensing? I never hear this talked about.

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Thank you! By on the fly are you talking about alerts?

[@MrTmax74]

@@FitnessWithFrost I mean actively, as you’re walking along, etc. Seems like most watches only track your oxygen at night so you can look at later.

[@MrTmax74]

@@FitnessWithFrost I’m still not being clear. I mean, does it show your saturation level on the screen while you’re Cruising along

[@FitnessWithFrost]

The only way to do it is to stop what you're doing and measure it while standing still

[@MrTmax74]

@@FitnessWithFrost thanks for the heads up. That’s good enough for me :-)

[@rimshabatool2135]

Is it unisex?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Pretty much is. Why do you ask?

[@suhoco7034]

Can it be connected to iphone?

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I can be connected to an iphone

[@dustin829]

Thank you for the great review! Do be aware though, sharing your map shows everyone exactly where you live :) Just be carful of the weirdos out there.

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Lol that's true. I have thought about that and I'm going to be moving soon. I'll be finding another spot at that point but thank you for the concern

[@petergulat7857]

I think the watch doesn't altimeter feature.

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Yes it sadly does not

[@coxyhd2416]

All the fitness trackers around 200 are all fidgety

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Couldn't agree more. Then there are some smart watches over 300$ that aren't that great either

[@coxyhd2416]

@@FitnessWithFrost looks like it's just a waiting game until the technology improves and prices come down

[@FitnessWithFrost]

That's the truth. Things will get smaller too. I'm very curious to see how wearables evolve

[@coxyhd2416]

@@FitnessWithFrost they will be implemented eventually

[@coxyhd2416]

@@FitnessWithFrost what's the best fitness tracker you've used so far at the 200 mark

[@timewrapper2602]

There is no altimeter

[@l_tonz]

is anyone having a hard time logging in garmin connect? :(

[@FitnessWithFrost]

I don't think I'm having a problem right now

[@l_tonz]

@@FitnessWithFrost yes it started working this morning!!

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Glad to hear it's working again

[@Winter3033]

Looks like a ripped off Apple Watch

[@FitnessWithFrost]

Pretty much all manufacturers try to jump on the Apple Watch train

[@Steve-jx9ro]

Worst sponsored video ever

[@FitnessWithFrost]

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