Garmin Venu 3S

41 mm, Polymer, WLAN only, One size
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Test reportsVery good based on 3 tests
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Product details

Bright 30.4 mm (1.2 inch) AMOLED touch display Up to 10 days battery life in smartwatch mode More detailed insights into your health and fitness with Body Battery 2.0, sleep coach, nap, stress, fitness
age and more 30+ sports apps, Garmin Coach and animated workouts on the watch More workout insights with training effect and recovery advisor Smart notifications, telephony, and voice and emergency assistance More convenience on the go, thanks to Garmin Pay and Garmin Music Wheelchair mode and functions for improved readability Compatible with the Garmin Connect app for iOS and Android.

Key specifications

Watch type
Smart watch
Main functions
Alarm clock, 
Automatic summertime, 
Find my phone, 
Music functionalities, 
Pedometers, 
Stopwatch, 
Timer, 
Touch screen, 
Weather
Operating system
Garmin
Outdoor + Leisure functionalities
Interval training
Operating system compatibility
Android, 
iOS
Case colour
Silver
Wristband colour
Light grey
Item number
37810544

General information

Manufacturer
Garmin
Category
Sports watches + Smartwatches
Manufacturer no.
010-02785-01
Release date
19.9.2023

Colour

Exact colour description
Sage grey-silver

Target group

Target group
Adults

Watch properties

Watch type
Smart watch
Durability
Dustproof, 
Waterproof (5 ATM)
Protection type (IP code)
Waterproof
Language (ISO code)
English, 
German
Operating system
Garmin
Operating system compatibility
Android, 
iOS
Integrated components
Microphone, 
Speakers

Functions

Main functions
Alarm clock, 
Automatic summertime, 
Find my phone, 
Music functionalities, 
Pedometers, 
Stopwatch, 
Timer, 
Touch screen, 
Weather
Outdoor + Leisure functionalities
Interval training
Payment service
Garmin Pay
Sensors
Accelerometer, 
Ambient light sensor, 
Compass, 
Gyro sensor, 
Heart rate sensor
Type of satellite navigation system
Galileo, 
GLONASS

Display properties

Time display
Digital
Screen technology
AMOLED
Display size (inches)
1.20"
Image resolution
390 x 390 pixels

Wristband properties

Wristband colour
Light grey
Wristband material
Silicone
Wristband size
One size
Strap width
41 mm
Strap description
Sports bracelet
Bracelet changing system
Standard
Strap fastener
Buckle

Case properties

Case colour
Silver
Case material
Polymer
Glass
Gorilla Glass 3
Shape of watch
Round
Case diameter
41 mm
Case thickness
12 mm
Case material
Stainless steel

Connectivity

Connectivity
ANT+, 
Bluetooth, 
WLAN
Mobile phone standard
WLAN only

Data storage properties

Storage capacity
8 GB
Memory
8000 MB

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery life (without GPS)
0.58 days
Runtime (in GPS mode)
0.88 days
Number of batteries
1
Battery size
Device specific
Battery life
10 days
battery runtime
0.03 years

Smart home features

Smarthome communication standard
Garmin Connect

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Charging/data cable, 
Documentation

Product dimensions

Weight
40 g

Package dimensions

Length
11.90 cm
Width
10.50 cm
Height
7.30 cm
Weight
148 g

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of returnReturn policy
24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions

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
  • 7.Huawei
  • 8.OPPO
  • 9.Garmin
  • 10.Amazfit
  • 11.Polar

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
  • 19.TCL
  • 21.Polar
  • 22.Garmin
  • 22.Google
  • 24.Huawei

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Sports watches + Smartwatches» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 10.Hama
  • 11.Coros
  • 12.Garmin
  • 12.Samsung
  • 14.Apple
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good83/100
Very good82/100
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Rank 1 out of 8Computer BildSPORTUHREN IM VERGLEICHReleaseApril 2024
  • PositiveHeart rate measurement accurate
  • PositiveSpecial sports modes
  • NegativeFew apps
  • NegativeComplicated menu
  • NegativeHousing 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.

This test report belongs to a different type: Venu 3S (41 mm, Polymer, WLAN only, One size)
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Very good84/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseJanuary 2024
  • PositiveStrong battery life, fast charging time
  • PositiveSharp and bright display
  • PositiveImpressive training functions
  • NegativeNo ECG measurement
  • NegativeNo 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...

Very good82/100
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Computer BildSingle testReleaseJanuary 2024
  • PositiveAccurate heart rate measurement
  • PositiveVarious special sports modes
  • NegativeFew apps
  • NegativeComplicated menu
  • NegativeHousing scratches easily

The Garmin Venu 3(S) is a great sports watch with good battery life and extensive training and health functions. There is also an optional special mode for people in wheelchairs. The options and settings on sale are well thought out. The watch also impressed in other respects: it measures the heart rate accurately and there are various modes...