The battle of the smartwatches is heating up as Garmin unveils its latest contender, the Garmin Venu 4, poised to challenge the Apple Watch Series 11. With a sleek design that rivals mainstream smartwatches from Apple and Samsung, the Venu 4 packs a punch with new health features that set it apart.
One standout feature is Health Status, akin to Apple’s Vitals app, offering quick insights into vital body metrics like heart rate variability and respiration rate. Lifestyle Logging, borrowed from Whoop, lets users track caffeine and alcohol intake, shedding light on how these impact workouts and sleep quality.
Enhancements in sleep tracking and Garmin Coach make the Venu 4 a comprehensive fitness companion. The addition of a built-in flashlight, once exclusive to Garmin’s flagship models, adds practicality. These features aim to sway buyers from the Apple Watch Series 11, despite an accompanying price hike.
While the Garmin Venu 4 comes at a premium starting price of £469.99/$549.99, the added functionalities may justify the cost for loyal Garmin users. Stay tuned for a detailed review upon its release on 22 September to gauge its real-world performance.
In addition to the Venu 4, Garmin introduced three more smartwatches: the kid-friendly Garmin Bounce 2, the Garmin Instinct Crossover AMOLED, and the Crossover AMOLED Tactical Edition. These offerings cater to diverse preferences and needs, expanding Garmin’s product lineup to suit a wider audience.
The Garmin Bounce 2, making its debut in the UK, provides an enticing option for parents seeking affordable smartwatches for their children. Meanwhile, the Garmin Instinct Crossover AMOLED series offers advanced features but may face competition from its predecessor and other models in the market.
As Garmin continues to innovate and diversify its smartwatch range, consumers are presented with a plethora of choices tailored to various lifestyles and preferences. The arrival of the Garmin Venu 4 signals a new chapter in the smartwatch arena, promising enhanced functionality and style for tech enthusiasts and fitness aficionados alike.