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Garmin Venu 3, Black
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Jul 31, 2025
Nick....
1 out of 5 stars review

Galaxy S24 does not connect with voice assistant

issue with the voice assistant as the issue is the phone is not seeing the watch secondary bluetooth connection it needs to use the voice assistant feature. Per Garmin support.... As mentioned before, we are aware of the issue and have an active case setup to try and find out what is happening. Return product :-(

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Jul 25, 2025
Mikesboyd
5 out of 5 stars review

Switched from Apple Ultra 2 Watch and Fitbit

I absolutely love this Venu 3! Great battery life, great display, workout and health features are incredible and very insightful data that’s perfect for improving overall fitness, health, and sleep goals. Data accuracy is spot on and doesn’t over estimate or under estimate metrics. Thank you!

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Jun 23, 2025
Paul@OC
5 out of 5 stars review

Great so far!

I bought a Venu 3 in early June 2025 and as of this writing (6/22) have been very pleased with its performance. My primary workout and use to date is very brisk walking which it appears to track very accurately. I've also been pleased with its link to my iPhone 16 pro and ability to delivery notifications reliably. To early to give good feedback on battery life overall, however, 7 days or more between charges works for me. I've barely scratched the surface of its capabilities, but so far, so good!

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Jul 4, 2025
JacksonD
5 out of 5 stars review

I’ve Never Had a Smart Watch

With that being said, Almost everyone has a snatch watch and I’ve done my fair share of research and I knew I’d get my bank for my buck when I bought the Venu 3. From the feature to the look it’s exactly what I needed. It’s convent and efficient and the interface is amazing. Honestly I wish I would’ve waited because the Venu X1 came out a month later! And I already love that one as well. Job well done Garmin. Job well done. The ONLY Cons are, there is no interface or software enabling texting, I’m sure IPhone charges to enable IOS crossover but even so I can still get all the notifications and information I need from all apps with their icon, and the Bluetooth range could be a little longer. That’s it. But my phone is with me all the time when I need it to be… so I just pull my phone out when I need to text or view anything anyways!

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Aug 7, 2025
Herndezee
5 out of 5 stars review

I love this watch!

I love the battery life on this thing. I wanted a watch that wouldn't die every other day, and this thing has proven to be an Energizer bunny with great lasting battery life. I also love the variety of watch faces available and the insights provided by the sleep coach. Happy with this purchase!

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Sep 7, 2025
aal25
3 out of 5 stars review

Venu 3

I very much like the aesthetics of the watch, e.g., size, colors of face, layout. Unfortunately, I do get frustrated with toggling from menu to menu. Programming not intuitive. Most concerning is that I cannot connect to GPS. I think it has something to do with the fact that I workout in my basement.

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Aug 10, 2025
befit
5 out of 5 stars review

My New Health & Wellness Powerhouse

I couldn’t be happier with my Garmin Venu 3. Right out of the box, the vibrant color display and customizable watch face made it feel personal and easy to tailor to my style. But where this watch really shines is in its health and wellness features. Sleep tracking is incredibly detailed, giving me insights not only into how long I’ve slept but also the quality of each stage of rest. The Pulse Ox sensor helps me keep tabs on my oxygen levels throughout the night and during activities, while HRV (heart rate variability) tracking adds another layer of understanding to my overall stress and recovery trends. The guided breathwork and meditation activities have been great for building mindfulness into my day, and I love that I can easily log and track my weight training sessions. When I’m outdoors, the hiking activity mode combines GPS accuracy with health data so I can see exactly how my body is performing on the trail. Garmin clearly designed the Venu 3 to support a full-picture approach to wellness. Whether I’m working out, relaxing, or just going about my day, it’s like having a health coach on my wrist.

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Sep 12, 2025
RS123
5 out of 5 stars review

Many great tracking matrices

Was a longtime loyal Fitbit wearer. Difficult switching, but found the Venue 3 such an advancement in so many ways. I love the many features especially the sleep coaching and monitoring which has really helped me maintain a better sleep routine. I’m also looking forward to the Jet Lag feature for my trip to Thailand. Overall, I feel I made the best choice.

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Jul 16, 2025
Asd33809
1 out of 5 stars review

Worked great until it didn't

Love it, it has great features, had* a great battery life until an update a few months ago. Now it dies in less than 48 hours. I don't believe I've even had it for 6 months before this happened. I've been working with Garmin techs on troubleshooting but still no fix yet. Hopefully it gets figured out because 2 day life is not cutting it with my lifestyle.

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Jun 12, 2025
Rhonda1331
5 out of 5 stars review

Great Features

I've been using the Garmin Venu 3 for a few weeks now, and I can confidently say it's one of the best smartwatches I've owned. Garmin has really nailed the balance between fitness tracking, health insights, and everyday smartwatch features with this model. Design & Display: The AMOLED display is stunning—bright, vibrant, and easy to read even in direct sunlight. The sleek design and customizable watch faces make it stylish enough for both workouts and daily wear. It's also lightweight and comfortable, even during long runs or while sleeping. Fitness & Health Features: This is where the Venu 3 really shines. It offers an impressive range of tracking capabilities, including heart rate, stress levels, SpO2, respiration, and even nap detection. The built-in sleep coach and Body Battery feature have helped me better understand and manage my rest and recovery. And with over 30 built-in sports apps, it adapts well to nearly any fitness routine. Battery Life: Battery life is excellent—easily lasting around 10-14 days with regular use, depending on how many features you have enabled. Even with GPS and music playback, it holds up impressively well. Smart Features: It syncs quickly with my phone, and I appreciate the ability to make calls and respond to texts (on Android). Garmin Pay, music storage, and third-party apps via Connect IQ round out a great suite of smartwatch functions. Final Thoughts: If you're serious about health and fitness but also want a watch that looks good and functions well in everyday life, the Garmin Venu 3 is a fantastic choice. It’s powerful, user-friendly, and packed with thoughtful features that genuinely help improve wellness and performance. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Highly recommended!

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