Garmin Venu 4: everything you need to know about these smartwatches
The Garmin Venu 4 is the latest generation smartwatch in Garmin’s popular Venu series, focused on health, sports, and everyday use. This model is available in two sizes — 41 mm and 45 mm — allowing you to choose what best fits your wrist and needs. Both sizes combine style with functionality and firmly continue Garmin’s position in the premium smart- and sportwatch segment.
Screen size and brightness
The screen of the Venu 4 is one of its most striking features. Both variants use a bright AMOLED display that is colourful, sharp, and easy to read, even in direct sunlight. The smaller 41 mm version has a 1.2-inch screen with 390×390 pixels, while the 45 mm version offers a larger 1.4-inch panel with 454×454 pixels.
Thanks to the higher brightness compared to previous Venu models, statistics and notifications can be clearly displayed, both during an outdoor workout and in an office setting.
Battery life
Garmin is known for excellent battery performance, and the Venu 4 is no exception. According to official specifications, the 41 mm variant lasts up to approximately 10 days on a single charge, while the 45 mm version can function for up to around 12 days in smartwatch mode.
With the always-on display active, battery life does decrease somewhat. In practice, some users (such as on the platform Reddit) report getting around 5–7 days with intensive use — which shows that real-world performance can always vary depending on settings and activities.
Health and sports features
Health tracking
The Venu 4 excels as a health monitor. It tracks your heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV), blood oxygen (Pulse Ox), skin temperature, stress levels, sleep stages, and more. New features such as Lifestyle Logging and Health Status provide insight into how daily choices (such as caffeine or alcohol consumption) affect your body and sleep.
In addition, the watch offers advanced sleep analytics such as Sleep Alignment and Sleep Consistency, allowing you to better understand your sleep rhythm and recovery.
Sports and fitness features
With more than 25 sports profiles — including running, cycling, swimming, and HIIT — the Venu 4 is suitable for virtually any type of activity. Garmin’s Fitness Coach also generates personalized training schedules based on your recent activities, recovery, and sleep.
Other useful sports features include GPS tracking with multi-band GNSS for accurate route recording, multisport mode, and extensive performance metrics such as training status and training load.
Colours and design
The Venu 4 has a premium look with a metal case and a modern design that can be worn both sportily and casually. Both sizes are available in various color options and come with comfortable silicone straps. Additionally, other strap options such as leather are optionally available for a more stylish look.
Colours 45mm model:
- Slate with black strap
- Silver with silver-gray strap
- Silver with lemon-coloured strap
Colours 41mm model:
- Lunar gold with off-white strap
- Silver with light purple strap
- Slate with black strap
Price
At launch, the suggested retail price is 549.99 for both models, which is higher than previous Venu generations. The price is in line with other premium smartwatches that combine an extensive suite of health and sports features with a strong battery and lifestyle package.
Conclusion Garmin Venu 4 41mm & 45mm
The Garmin Venu 4 models are powerful all-round smartwatch models for anyone who looks at health, sports performance, and daily use. Thanks to the bright AMOLED screen, strong battery life, extensive health and sports features, and two size options, you have a versatile smartwatch on your wrist. Especially if you value long battery life and in-depth health insights, the Venu 4 is an excellent choice.
FAQ — Frequently asked questions
How long does the battery last?
The 41 mm version can last up to approximately 10 days and the 45 mm up to around 12 days, but this depends on your settings and usage.
Can you use the Venu 4 while swimming?
Yes — it is water resistant up to 5 ATM, which means swimming and showering are no problem.
Are the sports features good for running?
Absolutely, with GPS tracking, training plans, and support for numerous activities, it is suitable for runners and other sports.
Are there colour and strap options?
Yes, there are various colour options and strap options available.
Can you use the Venu 4 with both Android and iPhone?
Yes, you can use both models with both iPhone and Android smartphones.
Can you replace the watch straps of the Venu 4?
Yes, both models use quick release straps. The 41mm variant uses 18mm straps and the 45mm model uses 22mm straps. View our range of replacement straps for both models below.
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