Garmin Venu 3S
41 mm, Polymer, WLAN only, One sizeProduct details
Highlights:
- 8 GB of internal storage for music and apps
- Always-on display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for added durability
- Supports Garmin Pay for convenient contactless payments
| Watch type | Smart watch |
| Main functions | Datebooks, Music functionalities, Pedometers, Timer, Weather |
| Operating system | Garmin |
| Outdoor + Leisure functionalities | Trail running, Yoga |
| Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
| Case colour | Grey |
| Wristband colour | Dark grey |
| Item number | 37810527 |
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| Manufacturer no. | 010-02785-00 |
| Release date | 19.9.2023 |
| Exact colour description | Pebble grey-slate grey |
| Target group | Adults |
| Watch type | Smart watch |
| Durability | Waterproof (5 ATM) |
| Operating system | Garmin |
| Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
| Integrated components | Microphone, Speakers |
| Main functions | Datebooks, Music functionalities, Pedometers, Timer, Weather |
| Outdoor + Leisure functionalities | Trail running, Yoga |
| Payment service | Garmin Pay |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Compass, Gyro sensor, Heart rate sensor |
| Type of satellite navigation system | Galileo, GLONASS, GPS |
| Time display | Digital |
| Screen technology | AMOLED |
| Display size (inches) | 1.20" |
| Image resolution | 390 x 390 pixels |
| Wristband colour | Dark grey |
| Wristband material | Silicone |
| Wristband size | One size |
| Strap description | Sports bracelet |
| Bracelet changing system | QuickFit (Garmin) |
| Strap fastener | Buckle |
| Case colour | Grey |
| Case material | Polymer |
| Glass | Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Shape of watch | Round |
| Case diameter | 41 mm |
| Case thickness | 12 mm |
| Case material | Stainless steel |
| Connectivity | ANT+, Bluetooth, WLAN |
| Mobile phone standard | WLAN only |
| Storage capacity | 8 GB |
| Memory | 8000 MB |
| Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
| Battery type | Li-ion |
| Battery life (without GPS) | 10 days |
| Runtime (in GPS mode) | 0.88 days |
| Battery size | Device specific |
| Battery life | 10 days |
| battery runtime | 0.03 years |
| Smarthome communication standard | Garmin Connect |
| Scope of delivery | Documentation, USB-C charging cable |
| Weight | 40 g |
| Length | 11.60 cm |
| Width | 9.20 cm |
| Height | 7.20 cm |
| Weight | 148 g |
30-day right of returnReturn policy
Reviews & Ratings
Statutory warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Sports watches + Smartwatches» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Galaxus- 6.Huawei1,8 %
- 7.OPPO2,1 %
- 8.Garmin2,3 %
- 9.Amazfit2,4 %
- 9.VTech2,4 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Galaxus- 18.TCL3 days
- 20.Polar4 days
- 21.Garmin5 days
- 21.Google5 days
- 21.Huawei5 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Sports watches + Smartwatches» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 11.Coros4,4 %
- 12.Samsung4,8 %
- 13.Garmin5 %
- 14.Apple5,7 %
- 14.Xplora5,7 %
- Strong battery life, fast charging time
- Sharp and bright display
- Impressive training functions
- No ECG measurement
- No mobile phone option
The Garmin Venu 3S impresses as a compact sports smartwatch when tested. As a smaller version of the Venu 3, it has a slightly smaller display and a weaker battery. However, this has no noticeable effect on performance. The operation is equally good and the battery life in particular is also excellent: in everyday mode without GPS, the battery life is a strong 3.5 days...
- Heart rate measurement accurate
- Special sports modes
- Few apps
- Complicated menu
- Housing susceptible to scratches
The Venu 3S impresses with its many sports functions. During testing, the heart rate measurement was highly accurate and there are also many analyses of physical performance. This allows you to customise your own training. However, as is typical for Garmin, the controls take some getting used to.