After 100 Days: Is The Garmin Venu 3 Worth It? Honest Review!
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- This is my long term review of the Garmin Venu 3.
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I think I’m most impressed that you found Amsterdam passport entry stock footage to fit in that sequence. Also impressed you could still even find the SD card with that sequence on it! 😂 Look forward to seeing you swing by next time you need a watch!
I know right? The Amsterdam stamp was a huge surprise find on Storyblocks. Thanks for being a part of this one Ray!!!
Love the cameo from Ray
I wonder how many people were thinking “WTF and who is this guy?” 😆
I love these 100 day updates Matt. Keep it up!
Glad you like it because I have a Coros Pace 3 after 100 (more like 150) days video coming up soon. 👌 Thanks Roman!!!
Really enjoy your format, Matt. DesFit and Ray videos led me here, and your content is certainly on par with theirs!
I'm a huge fan of both Des and Ray. Those guys are the best. Thanks for watching this one!
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Great quality video. I've struggled to get the comparison/review I need to make the decision on the Venu 3, until now.
Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Your reviews are awesome! I tossed up between this and the Instinct 2X last year, I purchased an Instinct 2X and love its durability and flash light! However, I’d like the ability to have a voice assistant. My other wish would be to find a watch that is easier to sleep with (not as large)as I like the health metrics of both. But that’s where the Oura Ring is hard to beat! Unfortunately, it’s really hard to get everything you want in one device.
Wow thank you! I think the Instinct 2X is one of my favorites. I love the flashlight also! I wonder if Garmin will add microphones and speakers to all of their watches going forward. I don't know what's taking them so long. They are helpful. I liked the Oura ring but have mostly been using the Ultrahuman Air ring to avoid the subscription fee. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Thanks from UK my 3S arriving tomorrow! 👍🏻
Hope you enjoy it! Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
This is the best thing ever. Whole thing w Ray was fantastic. But still - you are so good at the interweaving of so many visual elements! Both valuable information but truly truly visually entertaining. You have got to get into alternative videos or content more and more. You really are incredibly talented. Both in communicating information and in painting a picture and telling a story. Really, really next level
And good lord even the HR graph. Just next level. Across the board
Background orchestra music, custom created charts, macro shots - and fantastic hat
And as far as the question goes do you find that using Siri over the voice assistant is pretty responsive? Like is there a significant lag time or is it all pretty seamless?
There is a good bit of lag but it’s very functional. Thank you for the kind words buddy!!!
@@mlegrand of course. And thank you for letting me know!
The gap between the Venu and Forerunner 2xx is getting smaller and smaller.
I also fully agree that the lack of swimming drills is a problem. It is literally just a software feature. Also the main reason why I haven't gone for the Coros watches and will stick to Garmin.
It's super odd what Garmin picks and chooses to leave off of these watches. I would think it'd be easier for the software team to just make watches that can all do the same stuff and then differentiate the watches on design and materials. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
great review, very funny
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
I love my Venu3, just an average cyclist using the venu3 to supplement my bike computer. I like the health features to see what's going on with HRV, etc.
Great call! I think it’s a great addition to having a cycling computer. Hope training is going well. 👍
Hi Matt! Just learn recently about IPS: Indoor position system, you know, as oposed to GPS. I think that tec would go really nice in pool swimming! Wouldn't be a game changer at tracking lenght in pool swimming? Wouldn't that be a GREAT idea???!!! Sorry for subject deviation... Have a good continuation!
That might be amazing!!! I guess as long as the radio waves don’t struggle with the arm being under water for part of the time. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
I used to have a Venu 2S before I switched to the Fenix. I prefer the 5-button layout, I just wish they'd bring the voice assistant feature (and LTE while we're at it) to the rest of their lineup.
100% agree with you. Come on Garmin!!! Seems like a no-brainer to me but I guess I don’t make watches. 🤷🏻♂️
Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
I had it since December, regular Venu 3. With 4 days of gym a week, 8k steps a day on average, great little device, battery lasts 7days easily, 10days if there’s less activity and I’m moving less, 24/7 tracking everything, AOD off, no way for 2 weeks. Glass is sheit, have 2 scratches already, my old AW S5 had it for 3years and 0 scratches. Not bothered with swimming as it’s not a swimming watch, nor a triathlon one, it’s a lifestyle watch. Flashlight? Never had it so I don’t miss it.
My wife just put two massive scratches into the screen of this device. That reminds me, I should order some screen protectors that might cover those up. 🤦♂️ Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
I just ordered one today, and should have it by Friday. Coming from the FitBit Sense 2. I am trying to exercise more and want to do a little more running and biking so I figured I would give this one a try especially with the battery life.
Oh this is will be a very very nice update from the FitBit Sense 2. Let me know what you think. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
@@mlegrand I sure Will.
@@roundtree30 and how is it? would you recommend? I`m thinking about venu 3 and i want to start running but also love data and I can`t decide which a should choose, FR or Venue :/
Hi Matt. How important of a metric would you consider the training readiness/training load to be? It seems that is the only reason to get the 265 over the Venu 3.
I personally don’t think it’s all that important but I do prefer some things about the 265. I like the extra buttons. I think that’s why Garmin doesn’t have a swim drill mode here. The UI is also slightly different on the Venu. On the flip side, the mic and speaker are great to have. Hopefully Garmin will combine a lot of these things in the near future. 🤞
@@mlegrand It would be great if they combined the two lines, but I don’t think it will happen. Thanks Matt!
Hi, nice review and videography is sublime.
Currently I am using Apple Watch SE and thinking of getting a proper fitness watch. I am torn between Apple Series 9 and this. On one hand I’ve become comfortable with Apple Health and other allied apps which display Apple Health data in more structured manner but on the other hand I completely hate the fact that I need to charge it every 20 hours.
I mainly do Boxing, Cycling, and Running. Would you recommend this watch over series 9?
This would be a decent option but I still think there’s a lot about the Apple Watch that you’d miss. Mainly the integration with the iPhone. I think it’s a tricky call. Apple is also pretty consistent about announcing new watches in September. So you could wait and see what’s next before deciding. 🤷🏻♂️
@@mlegrand thanks a lot for the reply. Really appreciate. Will wait till September.
I'm very happy with my Venu 3 but wish it gave power reading for cross country skiing (have garmin's HR Pro Plus).
P.S. Another great addition to the product review channels, all the best.
Thank you Barry!!!
I’m torn between the 265S and the Venu 3S and while I love the features the 265 gives me, I need a watch that I can be able to use anywhere and the Venu is perfect for that, so I think I’ll sacrifice training readiness for the sake of being able to wear it all the time everywhere
Good call Laura! I don’t think there’s too much you’ll be missing out on here. 👌
I love the Venu 3 on the gym to track my exercises. Love round watch specifically is they have a speaker and mic. Another feature that I love over Apple Watch is the stress monitor . I would like to see more nicer watch faces from Garmin. The Epix series has nicer looking watches faces.
I agree on the watch face. I struggled to find one that I really liked on this device. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
I wish in Malaysia can support ECG & Garmin Pay in my Venu 3! Do you have any idea when Garmin gonna expand the feature availability worldwide?
No idea. I think each country has to approve these things so it's a long process.
Matt as always so good!! nice seeing @Dcrainmaker
i do not know how you keep topping it each time
holding off for fenix 8 unless my fenix3 dies then epic gen 2 or 3
Hopefully Garmin comes out with a Fenix 8 this year! 🤞
I opted for the forerunner 265 simply because the indoor swimming options were better. Specifically the swim drill option. I often do drills so Without it, my distance can be quite a bit out. The data fields are also important and the venu 3 has limits on the options that the f265 doesn’t. I Quite like the idea of speakers and a mic that the venu 3 has, but the sports functionality was more important to me.
I really hope that Garmin considers adding this mic and speaker to the forerunner series. 🤞 Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
wdym bout data fields?
Can the Venu 2S get that same watch face as the 3? I mainly use mines to swim and was equally disappointed in the lack of drill mode.
I don’t know if you can get the V3 watch faces. There are a lot of options on Garmin Connect. And it seems so odd to not have drill mode on this device. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
I want to buy a garmin venu 3. I train in the gym and am interested in several things. does when i wake up give me how i can feel and train during the day. and how well does it measure recovery time after a gym workout?
I think most of the recovery metrics are for biking and running. I don’t know if it would use the stress score from gym workouts to calculate recovery. That might be a question for Garmin. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Is Venu 3 good for trails, trekking and alpine mountain life plus a bit of HIIT, strength training and cardio?
Confused between Venu 3 and Instinct Solar 2x.
Could you please help clarifying some doubts? Thank you in advance.
Great content as always!
I'd be a great option. The Instinct is probably a better options for the trails and is designed to be a bit more durable but if you like the Venu's mic, speaker and looks, I think it'd work.
My Venu (1, vanilla) has recently started taking the piss with its GPS, taking well over 5 minutes of warmup time to even start, most of the times I am at the end of the street before it even knows where I am, and even then I'm running through houses for the forseeable 3 clicks before the signal goes green. Funny, considering that's what finally got me to buy one two years ago and leave my phone at home. Garmin is of no help whatsoever, but I'm still considering a Venu 3, considering it has the features I'm looking for and the taking the phone while I'm on the toilet bit would be a funny gimmick if nothing else.
Ha! 🚽 I’d think you’d like the new Venu 3. I’m guessing the GPS accuracy would be a big improvement. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Any plans to review the FR165? I remember seeing it in one of your recent videos.
Edit: it’s also here!
Yes! I had it on during this review. (It’s the blue watch) It might be a few weeks but I’ll get to it I promise! Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
@@mlegrand awesome! Love your videos! Keep it up! ☺️
I’ve had mine since the end of February. The only real issue is the screen comes on all the time. Wish it had an always off setting, or wake up with a button like my old Fitbit did.
Yeah, and it is very very bright. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Just ordered one to pick up tomorrow. Replacing my ageing Vivoactive 3 and as a back up to my also ageing Edge 1000 which I’m hoping to get 12 more months out of. Did consider the Samsung watch but that battery life is a big no no.
Awesome! I think you’ll really enjoy this one. Keep me posted on what you think of it! 👌
My fiesta garmin watch was the venu 3 45mm and i love it, but the forerunner 965 is bether for my needs.
Anything in particular about the 965 that has been better for you?
@@mlegrand GPS, battery life and the 5 buttons.
Hi I’m 13 and I wanna buy a garmin watch to track my sleep, running, and my health overall do you recommend the instinct 2s solar? I’m getting the 40 mm bc my wrist circumference is around 16cn and the width is around 5cm
Coach a lot of people your age and a little older. I would recommend the Garmin Forerunner 165.
@@mlegrand thx bro appreciate it.
It won’t be too big on my arm right?
That crisp intro 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤
Thank you Miguel! I really enjoy making that part of these! 👍
I have never owned a fancy watch like this and I am checking a bunch out. Are these watches able to withstand heat (ie a sauna) or is that something that is typically not recommended? thanks!
They can overheat and shut down but they are ok to wear in a sauna. Garmin posts the operating temperature range somewhere on their site. The Venu is a great option for you depending on what kind of stuff you like to do. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍.
Looks a fantastic option for those that are sold on Garmin, fortunately for me i brought one that was just as good and approx half the price in Amazfit Balance. It matches my Garmin 255 for runs with tracking Hr etc. Time to wake up and smell the roses that Garmin are way overpriced.
I’ve tested a good bit of Amazfit devices but I have yet to test the Balance. I wouldn’t 100% agree that Garmin is overpriced but Amazfit makes some good products. 👍
@@mlegrand Think we will have to agree to disagree. Used the 255 for a year and apart from a few hiccups was spot on but looks like it came out of a lucky bag. Bit like Apple goods. Excellent but for the normal worker way too expensive and can get same for far less. Great reviews by the way, long may it continue.
Hello. Can this watch track my stress level? Like how stressed I am at a day?
It does have stress tracking but I'm not sure I trust it 100% for the kind of stress that I really want to track and avoid. Here are some more details: www.garmin.com/en-US/garmin-technology/health-science/stress-tracking/
gen 5 heart rate monitor all LED on during any sport activity mode
Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
So what is actually the problem with swimming here? No drills?
Exactly. I should have been more clear in that section. I wish it had drill mode but it appears to be missing it. In less I can't figure it out which is always a possibility. 😬
thanks you
You're very welcome Andy. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
@@mlegrand Can you tell me what tool you use to make such beautiful channel thumbnails? Thank you very much
@@AndyPham155 - I use Adobe tools. Premiere Pro and Lightroom for photos. Photoshop to add text. 👍
Is that the race on your right wrist? Next video?
It is the Suunto Race. Hopefully a video for it in the next few weeks. 🤞 Good eyes!!! 👀
what is your favourite watch at the moment ?
Tricky call. Probably something with a built in flashlight like the Garmin Enduro 2. I haven't been wearing the Apple Watch Ultra as much lately but that's still a great option also. What about you?
I am just buying my first one :) went through 1000 videos and probably will buy venu 3 xD @@mlegrand
Apple has some good options but the standard and pro have terrible battery life and their inability to play nice with other ecosystems makes them a no-go for me. Garmin does need to improve the audio quality on the Venue!
I think the audio is usable. I'm not expecting a ton from a tiny watch speaker but I'd also like to see Garmin add these to all of their watches. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
Yeah, the watches are great. It's just a shame they ruined the Garmin connect App.
The Garmin Connect changes haven’t bugged me too much yet. 🤷🏻♂️ Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍
I have the venu 3. Upgraded from the first instict watch. Was rocking samsung 4 for a bit got tired of charging it daily.
I mainly use it for gym. And I'm liking the sleep tracking and HRV tracking and minute by minute stress /HRV tracking. Bodybattery its really good!
However..... If the epix or Fenix have the mic and speaker I would have gone for them. I'm definitely interested in the flashlight led that they have.... I think they should've made a watch that combine venu3 smart features with the exip or Fenix looks. I would have went for it.
Overall, it's a good everyday watch with decent battery.
I’d love to see Garmin add speakers and mics to all of their watches. Seems like they have the technology 🤷🏻♂️
@@mlegrand Yes! I understand that there are is a large number of consumers who wants to have watches that function separate from their phones without the speakers. But equally there is a number of consumers who wants speakers and mic. Specially like you've mentioned, they have the tech to do it. Perhaps make an ultra version of Epix or Ultra Fenix with speakers and mic.
can i play spotify?
Yes, Garmin has a partnership with Spotify and you can sync playlists and recently played music.
Garmin = overpriced mess
Maybe. There's definitely a few brands on the market that are more affordable. I have a review coming up of the Garmin FR 165 which is $250, so a little better as far as price goes. 🤷♂️
Garmin GNS 530 or 1000 when I was a pilot -- loved it. Now, I love my Venu 3. Everything I need but no bullshit. I also went with Garmin because a coworker said their fitness data was still there 7 years later. To me that's priceless, not an overpriced mess. But, to each their own :)