NEW GARMIN VENU SQ 2 (Super Accurate, Long Battery, Low Price)

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The new Garmin Venu Sq 2 is arguably the best value watch for anyone seeking the best accuracy in a fundamental smartwatch, but what compromises were made?
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ADDITIONAL REVIEW NOTES:
Basically a more affordable Venu 2/2s - $249 and $299 for music edition
Only one size, but three colors
ACCURACY TEST
DESIGN & WHATS NEW:
Now AMOLED instead of LCD
1.41 instead of 1.3” display, way better resolution
Refresh rate feels pretty slow
AOD and/or gesture wake
Now they have sleep score
HIIT workout is available
You can download workouts as well
Now 4th gen instead of 3rd gen HR sensor (same as Venu 2 lineup)
Same GPS as most other Garmin watches
Not multi-band, but really really good
No barometric altimeter = no stairs
INTERFACE TOUR
GARMIN APP
Fantastic customization
Works with
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@MikeOBrienMedia Жыл бұрын

What do you think of it? Garmin Venu Sq 2 (latest price) 👉 mikeobrienmedia.com/GarminVenuSq2

@interproservice Жыл бұрын

I would like to know what is Samsung watch 4 - 5 lacking in terms of sport apps, functions, vs Fenix series.... I have both 4 and Fenix 5 Plus.... but use them only for biking (Strava mainly). So Galaxy watch 4 is more than enough for this stuff....

@ropro9817 Жыл бұрын

Ugh, it's still sporting the proprietary Garmin connector for recharging... They might as well have put on a micro USB connector. 🙄

@Marko-il6gx 10 ай бұрын

Awesome review. I am thinking of buying it for my gf bday, but in doubt withing SQ 2, Venu 2S or Vivoactive 4/4s.. any suggestions ? 😊

@morrigansraven61 Жыл бұрын

I have a Garmin Instinct and it is a great GPS watch, but I I love Garmin's battery life, I get 7 days on mine. I I hate having to charge a watch daily. Great review

@dragon2knight Жыл бұрын

As a guy who lives in Manhattan, I can definitely say that all GPS data is off a bit. That's due to all of the tall buildings messing it up. We're used to it but folks just passing through can be put off by it, especially in their cars.

@kalebspencer2687 11 ай бұрын

True

@mormatus Жыл бұрын

Nice review. You've touched all the points I see important. Best of luck with growing your channel as it deserves it

@takashikumagai6379 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for mentioning the lack of altimeter. The Strava app on my phone shows the elevation gain when the run involves enough uphills/downhills and I always feel this to be useful. I wonder if there is a way to do something similar with SQ 2 using the terrain information from the maps.

@jaimedpcaus1 Жыл бұрын

Liked your video. Two questions. Compared with the Galaxy watch (solt at Costco) I am very interested in 3 functions: heart rate, stress levels and breathing habits. Would you be able to provide more on these topics? Thx.

@MohamedAhmed-xg1br Жыл бұрын

I'm seriously considering this watch thanks for the video

@nadegeparent260 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Besides the design, what's the difference with the Venu 2 S?

@a.s.9705 Жыл бұрын

For the fitness activity options on this watch, is rowing included? I am having a challenging time finding watches that can be used for rowing.

@lsaideOK Жыл бұрын

I just got my daughter the Garmen instinct solar watch. She seems to like it quite a bit. She hikes, skis, mountain bikes. It doesn't have music but she carries her phone wherever she goes.

@andriyyoutube3177 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for review!

@XieQiu Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review

@arkboy4ever Жыл бұрын

Will you do verse 4 or Spence 2 vs venue sq 2 It just makes sense with such similar release dates.

@vtsien Жыл бұрын

I used it for a while to substitute my old vivoactive HR. I used them basically for swimming. However, I still feel it easy to control where I want to stop the laps with vivoactive HR than Venu SQ2, with which you can only pause but not end the laps to see the summary. I have also fitbit sense. As comparison, I feel Garmin make it better in analysis for the swimming than fitbit.

@Gm-nx9je Жыл бұрын

Great review. I was looking at the Garmin Venu2 but since seeing your video, I think I prefer this watch for the way it looks. thank you:)

@MsOverachiever9513 Жыл бұрын

This is a great review! I just bought the Fitbit Versa 4 and recently came accross this in a FB group I'm in. Ive decided to switch to this Venu SQ series and return my fitbit because it seems this has more bang for your buck and can do more than the Versa 4 based on this review and my research!

@lvt2050 11 ай бұрын

thanks I was thinking between two of those as a gift

@Ryan_Carder 11 ай бұрын

How are you liking it so far?

@arkboy4ever Жыл бұрын

So you can swipe left to add quick settings bit you can't swipe right to add quick setting?

@colegreene2153 Жыл бұрын

Would really love to see a cheap comparison with the flagship offerings. Garmin, Samsung and apple (in that 250-300ish price range)

@colegreene2153 Жыл бұрын

I only say cheap because the top price for watches from these companies is getting out of hand lol

@colegreene2153 Жыл бұрын

The main things I’d want compared: battery, health features, Ease-of-use and accuracy

@Richarmed Жыл бұрын

Same here. Especially a comparison between the SQ2 and the SE2022!

@mariahhanson9396 Жыл бұрын

Have you noticied it watch having particularly loud vibrations for alerts? I've read some reviews that say that the vibration is more of an audio alert rather than a haptic one, and for them it was a big annoyance. Would love to hear what you think. Thanks, Mike!

@denisepinet9472 7 ай бұрын

The vibrations for goal achievements are stronger than the ones used for alarms. I wish it had one strong one for alarms.

@oamaral29 Жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about getting one, how readable is the screen under bright Sun light?

@fuadsiregar2027 Жыл бұрын

I'm new to fitness tracking Just got this watch yesterday My daily sport is badminton What feature should I use in this watch?😅

@kevinmahoney9205 Жыл бұрын

This watch looks perfect for me. The only thing I would miss is doing the "Workweek Hustle" Fitbit challenges with my friends.

@PhilZwick Жыл бұрын

Did I hear correctly that there is no altimeter? Does this mean that I cannot use it to track my skiing as I have with my Vivoactive 3?

@williamgoss4691 Жыл бұрын

I’m looking for an in-depth health & fitness watch, and your video really help me with the features on the Venu 2; at least enuf to go look at one in a shop. Also like the square face and that it does - or can - just look like an ordinary watch. Thanks Mike. (Hv sub’d ! )

@TechUp95 Жыл бұрын

can you please make a new galaxy watch 5pro video please, Btw keep up the videos love them!!!

@CashMoneyMoore Жыл бұрын

Hope you get to review the new amazfit watches gtr 4 or gts 4. Thanks for this one though!

@athenapaquette1 Жыл бұрын

if you have more than 1 watch does the data on garmin connect amalgamate or is it listed separately for each watch.? binge watching to make a choice lol

@transitiontrading Жыл бұрын

Great review, just ordered mine, exactly what I am looking for

@mr.chilll5179 Жыл бұрын

Are you happy with it? I want to buy one too

@transitiontrading Жыл бұрын

@@mr.chilll5179 Actually I am quite happy, Am very impressed with battery life - 2 weeks, Mostly use the Sleep app, Body battery app. Heart monitor pretty good, but when compared to my chest strap - it takes a few xtra seconds longer to respond to dramatic heart rate changes, (HIIT on treadmill - ) It does a lot more than I really need (or use)

@Drekulviin 9 ай бұрын

Hello Mike. Can it control the music playing on the phone ? I want a watch that will take the need to pull out the phone when i want to change track, pause music etc... I use my phone with wired headphone to listen to music and want a Watch that can be use as a remote control. Thank you

@nasaka81 10 ай бұрын

Can you pls tell me if it has in the list of sports climbing and climbing outdoor? If not, can you add a sport?

@peryang88 Жыл бұрын

Sir can i ask. My partner and i likes day hike. Or hiking. What watch you recommend for that with gps.. hope youll reply

@sohamjoshi5890 Жыл бұрын

Can you do a review of Lg Tone Free t90? interested in them but would like to see ur review of them before buying it

@manikandanmathivanan4546 7 ай бұрын

Hi Mike, First of all thanks a lot for the detailed review. I am the new user of the smart watch and am interested to buy the Venu Sq or Venu Sq2 series. Mainly I am looking to measure or monitor my fitness like regular walking, hiking in the mountains and sport like badminton, stress and heart rate monitor. Can you please recommend the best one based on the experience? I have seen few things from Venu SQ2 like elevation and floor counts are not possible. I think steps count during my walking and hiking in the mountain is possible. Please correct me in case am wrong. I am looking for your inputs to buy the smart watch.

@Trespasser17 Жыл бұрын

A great rival for the upcoming Fitbit versa 4. Can't wait to compare

@GK-qc5ry Жыл бұрын

I agree will be interesting but I think Garmin's last longer than Fitbits that break and need replacing. A shame that the Venu music is such a premium on top. I don't think that Fitbit however have this functionality to play offline music/podcasts.

@brucelin5842 Жыл бұрын

Is it worth to upgrade from venu sq to venu sq 2? Or should I go with the venu 2 plus?

@emrearslan1541 Жыл бұрын

I've just realized that between interface laps, there is so much lagging. Am I right?

@LightOtt Жыл бұрын

Which GPS mode was more accurate while running in NYC streets? GPS + GLONASS or GPS + GALILEO?

@ronm6585 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike.

@JoWhKeJo 6 ай бұрын

Does this auto detect cycling? and does it list it as an exercise like with walking?

@alexpoon2000 Жыл бұрын

What is the difference between Venu SQ 2 and Venu 2? Which one do you recommend between these them?

@anigr888 Жыл бұрын

I think the main difference is the heart sensor which is much better in SQ 2.

@delailahstaal1386 Жыл бұрын

is the screen made of plastic the Garmin venu sq2 smartwatch

@kazibaksh1598 Жыл бұрын

Hi Mike, great review, thanks. Is it suitable for hiking?

@droid2D2C3P0 Жыл бұрын

It doesn't have a hiking feature

@GK-qc5ry Жыл бұрын

That interface is slightly too laggy. I would trade a days worth of battery for a more fluid interface experience.

@joy3203 4 ай бұрын

What kind of tablet are you using in this video?

@1971ChevelleSS 11 ай бұрын

Can you get Google maps on it? How's phone calls and text?

@aleg3290 Жыл бұрын

How about notification size? I'm interested to gift it to a 60+, are those super small as in other garmin watches? Thanks!

@suresh4264 Жыл бұрын

Not super small. But it is kind of small for 60+ to view at ease.

@aleg3290 Жыл бұрын

@@suresh4264 thanks!

@wheelermaximus6736 Жыл бұрын

Will the Venue SQ 2 eventually be able to take ECG readings?

@BikeSurgeon Жыл бұрын

@PaddynFozzie Жыл бұрын

I have had a Garmin Venu sq 2 for a few weeks now, and it does not track heart rate data accurately. After playing basketball for 30 minutes, my heart rate never went above 105 bpm, even though I was hypoxic. After leaving the court, my heart rate shot up to 140. When I run on the treadmill, it seems to track okay. Doing HIIT exercises does not result in accurate tracking. It will also give me a move alert while I am at the driving range, hitting a golf ball every 30 seconds or less. I am disappointed in the accuracy so far. I had a Fitbit Versa 2 that seemed to track heart rate with more precision. The Garmin battery life is outstanding. It will last for a week on one charge.

@alessandrocasalegno1404 Жыл бұрын

Will you try the amazfit gtr 4?

@karen4U Жыл бұрын

Amazfit is absolute pointless. All the health apps are inaccurate and in any watch of their lineup.

@rick98765 Жыл бұрын

Tempted to ditch my Fossil Gen 6 watch after seeing this! I have a Polar H10 HRM and would love to be able to just rely on my watch instead.

@stevevinck4452 Жыл бұрын

I have 2 garmin devices who stopped working 1 month after warranty !!!! so really in the field for a new watch but this really upset me

@isaacrigby Жыл бұрын

Would you preferer it over the vivoactiv 4?

@olliew2694 10 ай бұрын

yes!

@jmkminh3595 Жыл бұрын

Can anybody do a review with a golf app ?

@saisudha1135 Жыл бұрын

Do we get message and call notification using with iPhone

@juliegraylf Жыл бұрын

Yes !

@violetasdev Жыл бұрын

Would you like this one better than the Venu 2 Plus?

@olliew2694 10 ай бұрын

100%

@bobbysworldrox Жыл бұрын

What kind of tablet is that

@nefelh83 9 ай бұрын

What tablet is this ??

@Vesp3r1987 Жыл бұрын

you keep comparing it to Galaxy watch 5 but that watch lasted 15h with the default settings. Also how does it fair against something like Huawei GT3 Pro as they are in similar price range

@tarenaccountt1335 Жыл бұрын

Hi! Stupid question: Do you need to have your phone with you for GPS or can you leave your phone home?

@olliew2694 10 ай бұрын

don’t need phone 😂

@thomasriverson3536 9 ай бұрын

Great review but man that cuticle with the giant skin flake on your pointer finger was soo distracting lol!

@redsox7897 Жыл бұрын

would you recommend this over forerunner 55?

@olliew2694 10 ай бұрын

@samir.kushwaha 9 ай бұрын

@@olliew2694why?

@cathomas72118 Жыл бұрын

What's that crust on his finger? 🤔🤔🤔

@blossompure Жыл бұрын

Vain much🤦🏻‍♀️

@mohammadsaid9781 Жыл бұрын

would love to see comparison with apple watch 8

@classicalmusic3979 10 ай бұрын

i love your videos

@Motawa88 Жыл бұрын

Always on display?

@nnjjee1 Жыл бұрын

Yes

@lynda7312 Жыл бұрын

I have the Garmin Venu and am extremely disappointed with the sleep accuracy. They told me it's due to having a high physical level with an "abnormally" low resting heart rate. I don't believe that to be true. Do you find the sleep tracking to be accurate? This is my biggest hesitation for buying. I also dislike that there isn't a boxing feature, but I did find a decent app for that. Thanks Mike!

@nikhilnaik3492 11 ай бұрын

You should be glad. Only those in TOP physical health have such high phy activity level and low resting heart rate.

@lynda7312 11 ай бұрын

@nikhilnaik3492 maybe but it is necessary to be healthy. I have to exercise. My rest heart rate is in the high 40s up to 52. It occasionally will be at 54 but rarely. I still think it's unrealistic.

@m1kavb Жыл бұрын

Not really Garmin fan, but still cook to see these!

@Kiddingyoumust Жыл бұрын

Still cook... Is that a new expression I am not aware of?

@madman1rug Жыл бұрын

@@Kiddingyoumust He meant "good"

@droid2D2C3P0 Жыл бұрын

@@madman1rug no they meant "cool"

@yanni2737 Жыл бұрын

I would choose the Versa4 much better build quality. Sorry for the price it just looks cheap

@DanteSolablood Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. My only issue is that it looks cheap.. probably because its fairly bulbous like a child's toy. I'm pretty casual so ended up getting a Galaxy Watch 4 Classic for around $120, almost $100 less. However, if I was seriously into tracking my health, I'd possibly reconsider. I might look up accuracy comparisons between the two.

@Gilbert-cd9rt 7 ай бұрын

How are you liking the galaxy 4 classic?

@MaTzE_K95 Жыл бұрын

What a pity that the watch has no barometric altimeter! Except for that, the watch would definitely convince me to switch from my Fitbit Versa 2 to Garmin instead of upgrading to the Versa 4.

@DrawMeAParadox Жыл бұрын

Hello sir! I have a question: why is a barometric altimeter so important to be in a smartwatch? I am asking because you are not the first person who points this out, but for me it has never been that important (I use my watch for running and when I go to the gym, probably I will start going to the swimming pool soon, but not sure...). Maybe I am just missing something, so I asked just to sort this out for myself :) Thanks a lot and have a nice day!

@MaTzE_K95 Жыл бұрын

@@DrawMeAParadox Hi, for me this sensor would add value when tracking hikes in the mountains. Additionally to the height differences extracted from the GPS data, one would have data from another sensor making it probably more accurate. For me it is very interesting to have reliable altitude data. but your right, for gym activities or running it might not be that important.

@DrawMeAParadox Жыл бұрын

@@MaTzE_K95 I see, thanks a lot :)

@fromann09 Жыл бұрын

Is there damage on the display already? I think I see some...

@MikeOBrienMedia Жыл бұрын

No damage on the display. Maybe that was just an illusion of some dirt?

@j.macmillan2293 Жыл бұрын

Please use metric units.

@droid2D2C3P0 Жыл бұрын

He's American they don't use metric

@akactors 10 ай бұрын

I have hope, but so far frustrated just tra k my cycling stats and sen to strava.

@VeronicaPaddy Жыл бұрын

Not a great product. Has issues on the first day of usage. I had to return ot.

@GOPANNGG Жыл бұрын

HERE AFTER MARKZUCKERBERRG POSTED THE GARMIN PICTURE

@thndercat1 Жыл бұрын

It kinda looks like a Apple Watch, but not as smooth. I’ll pass on something like this

@mirrormirage0 Жыл бұрын

Low price ? Really ?

@MrSilentknight2012 Жыл бұрын

Bummer that the barometric altimeter is still missing. Also not a big fan of rectangular watches - I leave that to the iSheep.

@cwillis92 Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you're the sheep considering you're avoiding an entire shape because of 1 company who wasn't even the first to make a square watch. 😂😂 Let ppl enjoy what they enjoy & quit the name calling like a 13 year old mean girl

@BriNathanCollins Жыл бұрын

Apple Watch Ultra!

@newsnetworkz Жыл бұрын

Ultra battery 36 hours 👎

@User-bp5wp Жыл бұрын

@@newsnetworkz Apple has lung divers function which in Garmin is present only in Descent model for 1400€…. Apple Ultra is 799€…

@Askiaban Жыл бұрын

Apples battery life is a joke. I was looking forward to the ultra but no thanks.

@mitchconnerandsometimesjlotoo Жыл бұрын

@@newsnetworkz yeah, £30 for the watch and another £50 for the logo. 👎

@MrDeviousdom Жыл бұрын

Does anyone know if this watch has a stopwatch that can count up to multiple hours? I downloaded the owner's manual but they don't go into the details on the stopwatch. Also, can all the fitness crap be turned off or does it run automatically throughout the day? It humors me to see all these "fitness" devices when majority of this country is super fat and lazy 😂

@user-ym3rd4zu8l 7 ай бұрын

It is not a recommended smartwatch. Its original watchfaces are disappeared, the downloaded watchfaces are not having its name or identification and therefore it is difficult when you need to delete it. It is not a good smartwatch

@hibachigrill1982 6 күн бұрын

That loose skin on the index finger got me lost...

@EverythingCoolTaken Жыл бұрын

the apple watch ultra is sucha pointless device, they are trying to aim at the "professionals" while ignoring the fact that most of them are gonna pick a garmin(not necessarily this one)

@demonslayer4951 Жыл бұрын

Square watches are grotesque! Period!

@simonmontoni5355 7 ай бұрын

review was ok till I saw your nails, you should take care of presentation details.

@putindead 2 ай бұрын

Just looking on the interface of this watch, I realise how unfair it is to compare the battery lifetime of it with Apple Watch. It's like comparing Nokia 6600 with a modern smartphone. Obviously Apple doesn't live that long, but it's a huge deal more complicated and modern device.