Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Refurbished Excellent - Venu 3 GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Stainless Steel and Black - (2023)
Average customer rating
4.4
(869 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 869 reviews
5 Stars
581
4 Stars
162
3 Stars
72
2 Stars
28
1 Star
26
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Refurbished Excellent - Venu 3 GPS Smartwatch 45 mm Fiber-reinforced polymer - Stainless Steel and Black - (2023)
Customer Rating
4
Fits the bill for my needs
on February 16, 2025
Posted by: CC80
I needed something that would track criteria in the gym the same way my Apple Watch did but with a much better battery. This watch is more user friendly than the Fenix 5 I had because of the touchscreen features. If I could have afforded the Fenix 8 I would have went that route. The only thing missing is the ability to respond to texts on Apple which I was under the impression it would. The heart sensor was better on my Fenix 5 because I didn’t need a bottlecap sticker to read through my tattoos. The Venu 3 will read but the watch has to be tight and not move which doesn’t work for me.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
The best
on February 14, 2025
Posted by: Krazy_pelon956
The best Garmin smartwatch for 2025 have had it for 2 months already
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Reliable, Accurate Features
on February 13, 2025
Posted by: Kaii
This is my second Garmin Venu.
The battery is long lasting, I don’t personally shower with device on but it is good for strenuous workouts. I appreciate the features and consistent updates. I do wish this was more aesthetically pleasing and that they valued the customers whom have had and continue to purchase products.
The battery is long lasting, I don’t personally shower with device on but it is good for strenuous workouts. I appreciate the features and consistent updates. I do wish this was more aesthetically pleasing and that they valued the customers whom have had and continue to purchase products.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Everything I Need in a Sports and Fitness Monitor
on February 12, 2025
Posted by: XV04
There is so much information about individual activities and general fitness parameters.
I always check the sleep monitor on waking each morning.
The insights have helped me to improve my sleep quality.
The insights have helped me to improve my sleep quality.
It's like having a personal fitness coach. Life wouldn't be the same without it.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
3
So far it’s Ok
on February 8, 2025
Posted by: Cattleguy
Pulse Ox was a priority for me. Accuracy is very questionable, especially when the oxygenation level drops below 90%. Have had issues with some apps. Watch is well made. Nice look. Time will tell.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Everything I was looking for!
on February 8, 2025
Posted by: KYMama
I have been an Apple Watch user for years. I even dabbled in Fitbit from time to time when I wanted to really focus on my health. I always dumped the Fitbit and went back to Apple Watch because I just got bored. However, I purchased my husband and myself each a Garmin Venu 3 a little over a month ago and I am still as ecstatic about it as I was the first day! I don’t see my love of Garmin going anywhere!! Set up of the Venu 3 was so easy, paired flawlessly with our iPhones, and they charged fast! We made it through a week of challenging each other to steps challenges, tracking sleep cycles, getting copious amounts of notifications from our phones, treadmill workouts, and just frivolous scrolling all the features on our Venu’s before ever having to charge. We even decided so we wouldn’t “cheat” each other out of steps we’d charge them together so we plugged them up while we decided to watch some TV together. Again, another very quick charge, because by time our show was over we put them back on! I love the ability to download connect IQ and change my watch face. I found the perfect one that has every feature right on my watch face that I want to see (and it’s customizable if I change my mind) plus I can change the colors to match my mood or the holiday that’s near! The real part of the pros of the Venu 3 for me, thought, are the fact that I’m moving more than I ever have. Hitting that step goal every day is so satisfying that I keep going back for more! Also- tracking my water intake. As someone who’s never drank much in her life ever, I’m now drinking what a normal human should lol! I have something to look forward to (meeting that goal!) and it’s not only affected my mood, but also my physical health! My blood pressure is lowering naturally and my glucose isn’t all over the board anymore. I’m feeling so much better in the last few weeks and I absolutely attribute that to my Garmin! So if you’re on the fence… Get it! You won’t regret it. I simply cannot wait for spring and summer.. I’m excited to utilize my watch on some hikes and see what kind of stats I come up with then! And you never know, my first 5K may end up being soon too! From someone who sit on the couch most of the day… if you want some motivation, get the Garmin!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Great watch
on February 6, 2025
Posted by: Gymbo
Bought this watch a month ago to replace my Apple Watch glad I did so use it for physical fitness and general health. Everything works great in these areas. The only thing that I would ask Garmin to add to this watch is the ability to use or upload your own weather app would definitely purchase this watch again.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Replaced my Apple Watch 9
on February 6, 2025
Posted by: Rcp69
Had for a month and love all the features and BATTERY LIFE. I don’t text through my watch and I rarely take calls on the watch so if that’s important to you iPhone users this may not be for you. But not having to charge everyday and all the additional features is worth the cost of the better implementation of texting/calling. Takes a little more effort to setup than the Apple Watch too but it is worth all the effort.
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