Customer Reviews for Garmin Venu 3S Smartwatch, GPS, 41mm, Ivory Silicone Band (010-02785-04)
Item # : 24678666
Model # : GRM0278504
- Designed with a 1.2-in., bright and colorful AMOLED display so you can get a more complete picture of your health; Corning Gorilla Glass 3 lens and 41-mm case; fits wrists with circumference of 4.33 in. to 6.889 in. (110 mm to 175 mm)
- Body Battery energy monitoring helps you understand when you're charged up or need to rest with even more personalized insights based on sleep, naps, stress levels, workouts, and more
Price is $472.59
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666 reviews
Most helpful positive review
Posted Apr 22, 2026
Beautiful, functional smart watch that does it all
For years and years I opted for Garmin's slim fitness trackers over their smart watches because of the form factor: I preferred an unobtrusive band over the bulkier wrist watch style. After losing my fitness tracker (it popped out of a replacement band), I faced the choice of replacing it or upgrading to a smart watch like the Venu 3s. I am so glad that I chose the latt...
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Posted Mar 17, 2026
Not happy
Llevo 2 semanas con este reloj.
De lo peor.
Lo que menos te da es la hora. No si activa rapido sino que tienes que hacer la ola con el brazo para que te de la hora.
Tema nado: es de lo menos intuitivo además que estando mojado, la pantalla táctil es inútil.
Ahora si, es hermoso, súper delicado…
El reloj anterior Instinct 2 s fue espectacular, lástima que los colores aho...
De lo peor.
Lo que menos te da es la hora. No si activa rapido sino que tienes que hacer la ola con el brazo para que te de la hora.
Tema nado: es de lo menos intuitivo además que estando mojado, la pantalla táctil es inútil.
Ahora si, es hermoso, súper delicado…
El reloj anterior Instinct 2 s fue espectacular, lástima que los colores aho...
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Posted Apr 22, 2026
Beautiful, functional smart watch that does it all
For years and years I opted for Garmin's slim fitness trackers over their smart watches because of the form factor: I preferred an unobtrusive band over the bulkier wrist watch style. After losing my fitness tracker (it popped out of a replacement band), I faced the choice of replacing it or upgrading to a smart watch like the Venu 3s. I am so glad that I chose the latt...
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Larisab
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Posted Apr 19, 2026
Battery Dies too fast
I truly love this Garmin but it dies after a day. The first week I had it, it lasted 10 days and since then it’ll charge fully, say I have 11 days of battery and then die the next day. Ive tried everything to fix the battery or settings to use minimal battery but nothing works. After three weeks I give up!
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Peaches13
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Posted Apr 17, 2026
Love my new watch
Great decision to buy: enjoy the features and super easy to pair with my phone and Garmen Connect. Literally took less than 5 minutes.
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Mrs Dogg
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Posted Apr 1, 2026
Very precise but aimed at the young.
I love my Venu 3S, but it is a bit more complex than my previous smart watches. Not that it is bad, just an increase in my learning curve. I have been using AI, in the form of Microsoft’s CoPilot, to work my way through my questions.
I am interested in improving my sleep. With my previous smart watches, I usually got a good sleep rating, but with the Garmin, I have cons...
I am interested in improving my sleep. With my previous smart watches, I usually got a good sleep rating, but with the Garmin, I have cons...
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Zaankali
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Posted Mar 29, 2026
Love it but not as advertised
I upgraded from a Venu to a Venu 3S and I’m enjoying the additional features. I am a bit disappointed that it is advertised as being able to receive text photos but that doesn’t appear to be an option with iPhone messaging. Feels a bit deceptive.
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Watchy
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Posted Mar 23, 2026
Great watch
I absolutely love my Venus 3S. I would certainly buy another one if I had too
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Cambam123
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Posted Mar 21, 2026
Love the Venu!
I’ve had the venu 3s for a few months now and absolutely love it! It was my upgrade from an older forerunner. I love the features of it and battery life. Despite it being a model that’s viewed as more lifestyle geared, I feel it works great for runners as well. It’s worked great for me with training and activity tracking.
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Nela
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Posted Mar 17, 2026
Not happy
Llevo 2 semanas con este reloj.
De lo peor.
Lo que menos te da es la hora. No si activa rapido sino que tienes que hacer la ola con el brazo para que te de la hora.
Tema nado: es de lo menos intuitivo además que estando mojado, la pantalla táctil es inútil.
Ahora si, es hermoso, súper delicado…
El reloj anterior Instinct 2 s fue espectacular, lástima que los colores aho...
De lo peor.
Lo que menos te da es la hora. No si activa rapido sino que tienes que hacer la ola con el brazo para que te de la hora.
Tema nado: es de lo menos intuitivo además que estando mojado, la pantalla táctil es inútil.
Ahora si, es hermoso, súper delicado…
El reloj anterior Instinct 2 s fue espectacular, lástima que los colores aho...
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MelB12
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Posted Mar 5, 2026
In LOVE!!Left my "fruit" watch with ZERO regrets!
Left my "fruit" watch for Garmin. Absolutely LOVE it!! Size, shape and functionality. It's easy to learn and use. Paired well with my iPhone, and works seamlessly with my Edge. Best of all? The battery life! 7+ days (It would easily last 10)
I truly don't see myself returning to the fruit watch.
I truly don't see myself returning to the fruit watch.
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Band gal
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Posted Feb 14, 2026
Some problems
Bought the watch a few weeks ago. It seems to have great features but trying to set up (and keep) the watch face and other display options has been a challenge. The user manual was not much help!
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NancyC
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Posted Feb 2, 2026
Very pretty watch.
I love the look of the watch. However, it is difficult to use. I downloaded the manual, and it will take me a while before I can successfully use it the way I need to. I wish I could find a place where I can receive hands-on instruction so I can get more familiar with it easier.
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Posted Jan 30, 2026
The watch strap is too narrow
It could easily be 22mm at the base and the rest of the strap reduced
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Joyful 3
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Posted Jan 28, 2026
Love the upgrades
I upgraded from the Venu 2S and I really love the changes. The watch face continues to get clearer and crisper. Love the addition of the nap feature, the morning report and the daily recap with notes for improvement.
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KimAG
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Posted Jan 25, 2026
Great Features!
I bought my watch a month ago and love it! Understanding my sleep and how my diet has affected it is amazing! I love knowing how my body recovers. Only thing that is way off is calories burned during some of the exercise modes - I don’t worry about those as much as my step count!
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Marmill
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Posted Jan 23, 2026
So cute
I love this watch I love how much more accurate it is during my workouts and how many more features it has in general. I do not use this for any messaging only for workouts and it’s so cute for every day fits
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Rebb1
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Posted Jan 22, 2026
Love the features
Bought it 2 weeks ago, love it. Lower battery life compared to the garmin vivoactive
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Melimac
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Posted Jan 17, 2026
Great except for notifications!
I switched from Apple Watch to Garmin Venu3S for the battery life and it does not disappoint! It’s great except that I have to manual delete every notification!! There should be a Clear All button.
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RunnerAnnRB
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Posted Jan 17, 2026
Too easy to delete workouts unintentionally
This is maybe my 10th Garmin product (maybe more) and it looks nice, but really isn’t good for running, as it is very easy to unintentionally delete a workout. On my prior watches you always had to confirm if you wanted to delete a workout, but this one just deletes if you brush the touchscreen. Not ideal to say the least. I’ve tried to ask Garmin support if I can turn ...
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Sage doggy
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Posted Jan 16, 2026
Love it !!
I got this watch to replace my Oura ring . Easy set up , no monthly fee , tracks everything I wanted , not easily lost , I could go on and on . Got a leather band off of Etsy . Love that I can put photos on it too.
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yess97
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Posted Jan 16, 2026
Didn't connect
This was my first watch I purchased, sadly I only used it for about 30 minutes, It would not connect to my phone after months of research sadly I returned it and will wait for another sale to repurchase it,(Yes I asked support, restarted, everything) as I bought on special and it went up to regular price. The color was everything and it was not heavy I am 4'11'' and it ...
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