I think I’m most impressed that you found Amsterdam passport entry stock footage to fit in that sequence. Also impressed you could still even find the SD card with that sequence on it! 😂 Look forward to seeing you swing by next time you need a watch!

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I know right? The Amsterdam stamp was a huge surprise find on Storyblocks. Thanks for being a part of this one Ray!!!

I love these 100 day updates Matt. Keep it up!

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Glad you like it because I have a Coros Pace 3 after 100 (more like 150) days video coming up soon. 👌 Thanks Roman!!!

Great quality video. I've struggled to get the comparison/review I need to make the decision on the Venu 3, until now. Thank you!

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

Really enjoy your format, Matt. DesFit and Ray videos led me here, and your content is certainly on par with theirs!

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I'm a huge fan of both Des and Ray. Those guys are the best. Thanks for watching this one!

Love the cameo from Ray

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I wonder how many people were thinking “WTF and who is this guy?” 😆

Here's are a few buying options. Dialed Cycling: dialedcyclinglab.com/?s=Venu+3 Try discount code: matt_legrand Or I'm seeing a deal on Amazon right now: amzn.to/44q4vtD ($50 off) And then here's a screen protector option: amzn.to/3wcHzkZ

Great video. I'm very happy with my Venu 3 and like the hrv widget the most. 😁

@mlegrand

6 күн бұрын

Awesome! Glad you’re enjoying it. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

Thanks from UK my 3S arriving tomorrow! 👍🏻

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Hope you enjoy it! Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

This is the best thing ever. Whole thing w Ray was fantastic. But still - you are so good at the interweaving of so many visual elements! Both valuable information but truly truly visually entertaining. You have got to get into alternative videos or content more and more. You really are incredibly talented. Both in communicating information and in painting a picture and telling a story. Really, really next level

@fitgearhunter

Ай бұрын

And good lord even the HR graph. Just next level. Across the board

@fitgearhunter

Ай бұрын

Background orchestra music, custom created charts, macro shots - and fantastic hat

@fitgearhunter

Ай бұрын

And as far as the question goes do you find that using Siri over the voice assistant is pretty responsive? Like is there a significant lag time or is it all pretty seamless?

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

There is a good bit of lag but it’s very functional. Thank you for the kind words buddy!!!

@fitgearhunter

Ай бұрын

@@mlegrand of course. And thank you for letting me know!

Your reviews are awesome! I tossed up between this and the Instinct 2X last year, I purchased an Instinct 2X and love its durability and flash light! However, I’d like the ability to have a voice assistant. My other wish would be to find a watch that is easier to sleep with (not as large)as I like the health metrics of both. But that’s where the Oura Ring is hard to beat! Unfortunately, it’s really hard to get everything you want in one device.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Wow thank you! I think the Instinct 2X is one of my favorites. I love the flashlight also! I wonder if Garmin will add microphones and speakers to all of their watches going forward. I don't know what's taking them so long. They are helpful. I liked the Oura ring but have mostly been using the Ultrahuman Air ring to avoid the subscription fee. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

great review, very funny

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

I love my Venu3, just an average cyclist using the venu3 to supplement my bike computer. I like the health features to see what's going on with HRV, etc.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Great call! I think it’s a great addition to having a cycling computer. Hope training is going well. 👍

Hi Matt! Just learn recently about IPS: Indoor position system, you know, as oposed to GPS. I think that tec would go really nice in pool swimming! Wouldn't be a game changer at tracking lenght in pool swimming? Wouldn't that be a GREAT idea???!!! Sorry for subject deviation... Have a good continuation!

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

That might be amazing!!! I guess as long as the radio waves don’t struggle with the arm being under water for part of the time. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

I just ordered one today, and should have it by Friday. Coming from the FitBit Sense 2. I am trying to exercise more and want to do a little more running and biking so I figured I would give this one a try especially with the battery life.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Oh this is will be a very very nice update from the FitBit Sense 2. Let me know what you think. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

@roundtree30

Ай бұрын

@@mlegrand I sure Will.

@GosperTV

21 күн бұрын

​@@roundtree30 and how is it? would you recommend? I`m thinking about venu 3 and i want to start running but also love data and I can`t decide which a should choose, FR or Venue :/

I had it since December, regular Venu 3. With 4 days of gym a week, 8k steps a day on average, great little device, battery lasts 7days easily, 10days if there’s less activity and I’m moving less, 24/7 tracking everything, AOD off, no way for 2 weeks. Glass is sheit, have 2 scratches already, my old AW S5 had it for 3years and 0 scratches. Not bothered with swimming as it’s not a swimming watch, nor a triathlon one, it’s a lifestyle watch. Flashlight? Never had it so I don’t miss it.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

My wife just put two massive scratches into the screen of this device. That reminds me, I should order some screen protectors that might cover those up. 🤦‍♂️ Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

I used to have a Venu 2S before I switched to the Fenix. I prefer the 5-button layout, I just wish they'd bring the voice assistant feature (and LTE while we're at it) to the rest of their lineup.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

100% agree with you. Come on Garmin!!! Seems like a no-brainer to me but I guess I don’t make watches. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

Can the Venu 2S get that same watch face as the 3? I mainly use mines to swim and was equally disappointed in the lack of drill mode.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I don’t know if you can get the V3 watch faces. There are a lot of options on Garmin Connect. And it seems so odd to not have drill mode on this device. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

I love the Venu 3 on the gym to track my exercises. Love round watch specifically is they have a speaker and mic. Another feature that I love over Apple Watch is the stress monitor . I would like to see more nicer watch faces from Garmin. The Epix series has nicer looking watches faces.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I agree on the watch face. I struggled to find one that I really liked on this device. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

I want to buy a garmin venu 3. I train in the gym and am interested in several things. does when i wake up give me how i can feel and train during the day. and how well does it measure recovery time after a gym workout?

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I think most of the recovery metrics are for biking and running. I don’t know if it would use the stress score from gym workouts to calculate recovery. That might be a question for Garmin. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

Hi, nice review and videography is sublime. Currently I am using Apple Watch SE and thinking of getting a proper fitness watch. I am torn between Apple Series 9 and this. On one hand I’ve become comfortable with Apple Health and other allied apps which display Apple Health data in more structured manner but on the other hand I completely hate the fact that I need to charge it every 20 hours. I mainly do Boxing, Cycling, and Running. Would you recommend this watch over series 9?

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

This would be a decent option but I still think there’s a lot about the Apple Watch that you’d miss. Mainly the integration with the iPhone. I think it’s a tricky call. Apple is also pretty consistent about announcing new watches in September. So you could wait and see what’s next before deciding. 🤷🏻‍♂️

@MalhaarKale

Ай бұрын

@@mlegrand thanks a lot for the reply. Really appreciate. Will wait till September.

I’m torn between the 265S and the Venu 3S and while I love the features the 265 gives me, I need a watch that I can be able to use anywhere and the Venu is perfect for that, so I think I’ll sacrifice training readiness for the sake of being able to wear it all the time everywhere

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Good call Laura! I don’t think there’s too much you’ll be missing out on here. 👌

Hi Matt. How important of a metric would you consider the training readiness/training load to be? It seems that is the only reason to get the 265 over the Venu 3.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I personally don’t think it’s all that important but I do prefer some things about the 265. I like the extra buttons. I think that’s why Garmin doesn’t have a swim drill mode here. The UI is also slightly different on the Venu. On the flip side, the mic and speaker are great to have. Hopefully Garmin will combine a lot of these things in the near future. 🤞

@johnmanley4528

Ай бұрын

@@mlegrand It would be great if they combined the two lines, but I don’t think it will happen. Thanks Matt!

I'm very happy with my Venu 3 but wish it gave power reading for cross country skiing (have garmin's HR Pro Plus). P.S. Another great addition to the product review channels, all the best.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Thank you Barry!!!

My Venu (1, vanilla) has recently started taking the piss with its GPS, taking well over 5 minutes of warmup time to even start, most of the times I am at the end of the street before it even knows where I am, and even then I'm running through houses for the forseeable 3 clicks before the signal goes green. Funny, considering that's what finally got me to buy one two years ago and leave my phone at home. Garmin is of no help whatsoever, but I'm still considering a Venu 3, considering it has the features I'm looking for and the taking the phone while I'm on the toilet bit would be a funny gimmick if nothing else.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Ha! 🚽 I’d think you’d like the new Venu 3. I’m guessing the GPS accuracy would be a big improvement. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

Any plans to review the FR165? I remember seeing it in one of your recent videos. Edit: it’s also here!

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Yes! I had it on during this review. (It’s the blue watch) It might be a few weeks but I’ll get to it I promise! Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

@MinoMarimat

Ай бұрын

@@mlegrand awesome! Love your videos! Keep it up! ☺️

I opted for the forerunner 265 simply because the indoor swimming options were better. Specifically the swim drill option. I often do drills so Without it, my distance can be quite a bit out. The data fields are also important and the venu 3 has limits on the options that the f265 doesn’t. I Quite like the idea of speakers and a mic that the venu 3 has, but the sports functionality was more important to me.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I really hope that Garmin considers adding this mic and speaker to the forerunner series. 🤞 Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

@idontknowufanboy

Ай бұрын

wdym bout data fields?

I wish in Malaysia can support ECG & Garmin Pay in my Venu 3! Do you have any idea when Garmin gonna expand the feature availability worldwide?

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

No idea. I think each country has to approve these things so it's a long process.

The gap between the Venu and Forerunner 2xx is getting smaller and smaller. I also fully agree that the lack of swimming drills is a problem. It is literally just a software feature. Also the main reason why I haven't gone for the Coros watches and will stick to Garmin.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

It's super odd what Garmin picks and chooses to leave off of these watches. I would think it'd be easier for the software team to just make watches that can all do the same stuff and then differentiate the watches on design and materials. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

That crisp intro 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Thank you Miguel! I really enjoy making that part of these! 👍

My fiesta garmin watch was the venu 3 45mm and i love it, but the forerunner 965 is bether for my needs.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Anything in particular about the 965 that has been better for you?

@georgevadnais3516

Ай бұрын

@@mlegrand GPS, battery life and the 5 buttons.

Just ordered one to pick up tomorrow. Replacing my ageing Vivoactive 3 and as a back up to my also ageing Edge 1000 which I’m hoping to get 12 more months out of. Did consider the Samsung watch but that battery life is a big no no.

@mlegrand

23 күн бұрын

Awesome! I think you’ll really enjoy this one. Keep me posted on what you think of it! 👌

thanks you

@mlegrand

28 күн бұрын

You're very welcome Andy. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

@AndyPham155

25 күн бұрын

@@mlegrand Can you tell me what tool you use to make such beautiful channel thumbnails? Thank you very much

@mlegrand

25 күн бұрын

@@AndyPham155 - I use Adobe tools. Premiere Pro and Lightroom for photos. Photoshop to add text. 👍

Hi I’m 13 and I wanna buy a garmin watch to track my sleep, running, and my health overall do you recommend the instinct 2s solar? I’m getting the 40 mm bc my wrist circumference is around 16cn and the width is around 5cm

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Coach a lot of people your age and a little older. I would recommend the Garmin Forerunner 165.

@evyataromesi623

Ай бұрын

@@mlegrand thx bro appreciate it. It won’t be too big on my arm right?

Wish they offered more color choices in the 45mm size. I’d prefer an all metal case as well. With the price we’re paying, should be all metal case.

@mlegrand

15 күн бұрын

That would be nice. I think it'd look a bit better. They do have to have some small antenna pass-through but many watches have done this successfully. Thanks so much for checking this one out Michelle!!!

Is Venu 3 good for trails, trekking and alpine mountain life plus a bit of HIIT, strength training and cardio? Confused between Venu 3 and Instinct Solar 2x. Could you please help clarifying some doubts? Thank you in advance. Great content as always!

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I'd be a great option. The Instinct is probably a better options for the trails and is designed to be a bit more durable but if you like the Venu's mic, speaker and looks, I think it'd work.

I have never owned a fancy watch like this and I am checking a bunch out. Are these watches able to withstand heat (ie a sauna) or is that something that is typically not recommended? thanks!

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

They can overheat and shut down but they are ok to wear in a sauna. Garmin posts the operating temperature range somewhere on their site. The Venu is a great option for you depending on what kind of stuff you like to do. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍.

Matt as always so good!! nice seeing @Dcrainmaker i do not know how you keep topping it each time

@bonn1771

Ай бұрын

holding off for fenix 8 unless my fenix3 dies then epic gen 2 or 3

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Hopefully Garmin comes out with a Fenix 8 this year! 🤞

Looks a fantastic option for those that are sold on Garmin, fortunately for me i brought one that was just as good and approx half the price in Amazfit Balance. It matches my Garmin 255 for runs with tracking Hr etc. Time to wake up and smell the roses that Garmin are way overpriced.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I’ve tested a good bit of Amazfit devices but I have yet to test the Balance. I wouldn’t 100% agree that Garmin is overpriced but Amazfit makes some good products. 👍

@Steeplejackist

Ай бұрын

@@mlegrand Think we will have to agree to disagree. Used the 255 for a year and apart from a few hiccups was spot on but looks like it came out of a lucky bag. Bit like Apple goods. Excellent but for the normal worker way too expensive and can get same for far less. Great reviews by the way, long may it continue.

Hello. Can this watch track my stress level? Like how stressed I am at a day?

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

It does have stress tracking but I'm not sure I trust it 100% for the kind of stress that I really want to track and avoid. Here are some more details: www.garmin.com/en-US/garmin-technology/health-science/stress-tracking/

gen 5 heart rate monitor all LED on during any sport activity mode

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

I want to stop using whoop and buy a Garmin. Which one would you recommend so that I wouldn't miss my whoop?

@mlegrand

Күн бұрын

Oh I think no matter what that there will be little things that you’ll miss about your Whoop but I think you’ll enjoy dropping that subscription fee. The 265 is fantastic and does a great job of giving you sleep metrics and training readiness scores. 👌

I’ve had mine since the end of February. The only real issue is the screen comes on all the time. Wish it had an always off setting, or wake up with a button like my old Fitbit did.

@mlegrand

25 күн бұрын

Yeah, and it is very very bright. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

So what is actually the problem with swimming here? No drills?

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Exactly. I should have been more clear in that section. I wish it had drill mode but it appears to be missing it. In less I can't figure it out which is always a possibility. 😬

what is your favourite watch at the moment ?

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Tricky call. Probably something with a built in flashlight like the Garmin Enduro 2. I haven't been wearing the Apple Watch Ultra as much lately but that's still a great option also. What about you?

@wurf5336

Ай бұрын

I am just buying my first one :) went through 1000 videos and probably will buy venu 3 xD @@mlegrand

I've never had a smartwatch and I'm between the Venu 3s and the Pixel Watch 2. I think the PW is best for me but after 5+ years as a Pixel & Fi user, I just hate Google customer service. Plus it seems like Garmin watches hold up better in high temps. My Pixel phone always tries to overheat outside, even in my pocket. Leaning towards the Venu 3s.

@mlegrand

9 күн бұрын

I think there will be things you will miss about the pixel watch (mostly some of the smart connection features) but this Venu 3 is fantastic. Let me know if you have more questions. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

@jlib4393

Күн бұрын

I had the venu2s and the smartphone features were terrible. It kept interfering with making calls... I got rid of it. I imagine the Pixel would be better at that ..

Is that the race on your right wrist? Next video?

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

It is the Suunto Race. Hopefully a video for it in the next few weeks. 🤞 Good eyes!!! 👀

I have the venu 3. Upgraded from the first instict watch. Was rocking samsung 4 for a bit got tired of charging it daily. I mainly use it for gym. And I'm liking the sleep tracking and HRV tracking and minute by minute stress /HRV tracking. Bodybattery its really good! However..... If the epix or Fenix have the mic and speaker I would have gone for them. I'm definitely interested in the flashlight led that they have.... I think they should've made a watch that combine venu3 smart features with the exip or Fenix looks. I would have went for it. Overall, it's a good everyday watch with decent battery.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I’d love to see Garmin add speakers and mics to all of their watches. Seems like they have the technology 🤷🏻‍♂️

@Saeedmadanni

Ай бұрын

@@mlegrand Yes! I understand that there are is a large number of consumers who wants to have watches that function separate from their phones without the speakers. But equally there is a number of consumers who wants speakers and mic. Specially like you've mentioned, they have the tech to do it. Perhaps make an ultra version of Epix or Ultra Fenix with speakers and mic.

Apple has some good options but the standard and pro have terrible battery life and their inability to play nice with other ecosystems makes them a no-go for me. Garmin does need to improve the audio quality on the Venue!

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

I think the audio is usable. I'm not expecting a ton from a tiny watch speaker but I'd also like to see Garmin add these to all of their watches. Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

Yeah, the watches are great. It's just a shame they ruined the Garmin connect App.

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

The Garmin Connect changes haven’t bugged me too much yet. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Thank you for watching and taking the extra time to comment. I really appreciate it. 👍

The watch face is cool! What's the name

@mlegrand

11 күн бұрын

I don’t know the name but it was something that came with the watch.

@alexstussy2027

11 күн бұрын

@@mlegrand thx

can i play spotify?

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Yes, Garmin has a partnership with Spotify and you can sync playlists and recently played music.

Garmin = overpriced mess

@mlegrand

Ай бұрын

Maybe. There's definitely a few brands on the market that are more affordable. I have a review coming up of the Garmin FR 165 which is $250, so a little better as far as price goes. 🤷‍♂️

@Jeeves-fk6tv

Ай бұрын

Garmin GNS 530 or 1000 when I was a pilot -- loved it. Now, I love my Venu 3. Everything I need but no bullshit. I also went with Garmin because a coworker said their fitness data was still there 7 years later. To me that's priceless, not an overpriced mess. But, to each their own :)