Every app I I try to get for the watch say I need an update, despite the watch being fully up to date. The apps I'm talking about are stuff like Spotify, maps, and honestly most of the downloadable watch faces. The watch is still usable so I'll probably keep it, but I can only imagine if thats a consistent issue across all their watches, that is definitely a form of false advertisement. Being the apps played a huge roll in why I got the watch .... if you don't care about ythe apps issue the watch is fine for like the basic stuff. I also had hoped the keyboard for text messages worked a bit better i suppose the screen is small but its inconvenient to reply on it. Maybe if they had an option for scribble to text like the Samsung watches had that'd probably make up for the apps lol. Anyway I give it 3 stars cuz other than the things I mentioned it does the other stuff as described but its not really anything special, battery life is good, otherwise I probably would've gotten a Samsung watch.

I am gradually getting the hang of this watch. I'm disappointed because despite including "platform tennis" and "archery", there is no horse riding on this. (which was explicity why I bought it. I must have read wrong, but I'm not an idiot. I think the specs are presented in a confusing manner.) I would also appreciate a "search" button on the app, because it's hard to find something that may have popped up as an FYI earlier. i.e. it's not really intuitive.

When I first started using the Venu 3S, I found it a bit overwhelming trying to navigate all the different features. But after about a week, I really started to love it. The Venu 3S is excellent for tracking a wide range of fitness goals, whether you're walking, running, swimming, or doing something else active. It also provides insightful sleep scores to help you understand your rest better. One of my favorite things about this watch is that it's not bulky like many other smartwatches. It's lightweight and comfortable. I think it's a great option for beginners who want something compact but still packed with powerful features.

I use this in conjunction with an Edge bike computer for when I do bike specific activity, but replaced a first-gen Venu S. This model, on a repeat of the same first backpacking trip, lasted two extra days without charging compared to the S's maiden voyage. That's in conjunction with a nicer screen, more accurate tracking, AND being paired to a phone in airplane mode for most of the trip. I recommend this watch to anyone looking for a step up in fitness tracking and basic smart watch capability, but not looking to break in to triathlon or mountaineering just yet.

Have had this watch for about a year now and absolutely love it. Had the Vivoactice 3 for about 4 years and upgraded to this one. The only negative is that the screen isn't super great in protecting from scratches. It got scratched in the first 2 months. But otherwise love the watch and highly recommend.

I bought this about a month ago and I am so glad that I did. I have always been an Apple Watch girly, but was reading reviews that the Garmin is better for exercise tracking. The reviews couldn’t have been more correct. I now realize Apple Watch is just a smart phone on your wrist whereas the Garmin does exactly what you wanted to do. Tracks my steps, tracks, my workouts, check my heart rate, tracks my sleep, and tells me the different sleep categories that I was in the night before. It’s been so helpful and such a blessing and I am so thankful that I purchased it.

Fun features but phone App control is just another app to log in to and manage. Wish instructions for watch and the control features for things like volume were more easily accessible from the get go. The face scratches easily and Bluetooth connection makes the battery go down quickly. I can maybe get 2 or 3 days with Bluetooth and updates on. Wish garmin was clearer on capabilities and what devices work with specific products and that they wouldn’t charge for apps.

Looks good but soooooooo hard to program. Sooooo frustrating. Makes me wish I didn't buy this!

Love everything about this watch and how it functions. Only wish I could test back, as I have an Apple phone, but love everything else.

Elegant looking and just right size. Very easy customize the various features.