You just made me feel good about choosing this watch. It's supposed to be arriving tomorrow. I'm not a hard-core athlete. I will be walking exclusively because I can't run. I need a knee replacement but have to lose weight before the doctors will touch me. Just looking to track my walks and watch my heart rate so this watch is perfect. Got the music edition.

I had not seen this review before but I think I made a perfect choice of buying Venu sq 2. Its my first smart watch and I use it to track my gym activities. I find it pretty accurate and in sync with the gym equipment.

The Venu SQ 2 watch is awesome! BIG THANK YOU Chase the Summit for pointing me to what I needed! And big THANK YOU Garmin for making a watch that is durable and with it's purchase I didn't go over budget unnecessarily. The interface is responsive, when you using the watch you'll never notice a lag or so (tested way to many watches?:D), the elevation in all sports is not visible but is on the app because the GPS detects it, which is awesome. The GPS is very precise and spot accurate, it's light weight, bright screen and long lasting battery life.

Thank you for the detailed review. My first Garmin was the original Venu SQ. It was a solid watch, but it lacked a few things. I work outside, so using a touchscreen in winter is a NO-GO. I also had some trouble when I wore long-sleeved shirts. It seemed that the combination of sweat and long sleeves were activating the screen, so I would get all kinds of crazy stuff going on. One more thing is that many people assumed that I had an AppleWatch, and that actually started to get on my nerves. I made the switch to an Instinct Solar. I gave the old Venu to a friend and it's still working for him.

Awesome man. You completely nailed the extensive and full list of features and benefits! Like really hit every one.

The OG Sq was my first garmin and it worked well for me. This is a compelling option but I have moved to the more running focused watches! The screen is such a nice upgrade!

Thank you for this helpful video. I bought the Garmin venue SQ2 on eBay and I really didn’t know everything about it. Your video was extremely helpful! 😊

I'm glad you made this video. It's hard to really make sense of the options from the Garmin site, and this SQ 2 looks exactly like what I need (and especially the relative thinness). This is the watch I will get.

I just got my SQ venu 2 ,still getting to know the features,glad I Watch your video,was’nt sure that I had done a good thing…😊Thanks!!!

Thank you so much for this review. I' m sold. I fit under everyday person, casual user trying to get back in shape. There are so many watches out there it is difficult to make a decision when you don't know what you want. This video helped me a lot I am not going to look at any more videos to fog up my mind. Now to find a Mint Green SQ 2 (very popular apparently) I'll probably go direct to Garmin and order from them. Thank you, thank you, thank you 🥰

Chase never misses a beat. Awesome job

I am a sailor - Sail Racer - this is a BIG reason to go for Garmin. Many thanks, this was great.

Thanks for the review. In my country, the official warranty of Venu 2S is being sold for around $440 due to import tax. If Venu SQ 2 will come here at around $275 and has the same sensors as Venu 2S then I will definitely consider the SQ 2. Was thinking to grab the Galaxy Watch 5 but I hate the battery anxiety of the current Android smartwatches. ☹

I am completely lost how many new devices they intriduced this year. Amazing!!!

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

They're really cranking them out!

I ordered the sq2. Can't wait to use it. It should be here tomorrow. It will be my first Garmin.

Chase you are righteous, I just got back from a run and that new garmin venu sq 2 is looking mighty fine. Kudos to you sir 🫡.

I'm going to get the Venu 2 Plus. It's the perfect mix of fitness tracker and smart watch! Although, I do like the look of the Venu SQ2.

Thanks, this answered all my questions!

Excellent review- you really pack in your very comprehensive review with you trademark fast talking and tight editing. I think I'll be getting a 255 later this year, but I watched this for the entertainment!

@shashankperi123

Жыл бұрын

Need ur opinion. Should I wait for this to come out or go for 255?

That chunky screen refresh and small size is a dealbreaker. Thanks for the review.

seen this video while I'm confused by two model of venu, lot's of helps🥰

As a dissatisfied Fitbit Versa 2 user who had a touchscreen die and the replacement unit is suffering the same fate, I got the Venu SQ 2 as a Christmas present and so far it's very good. It's pretty straightforward to use, the phone connectivity is good, and it does everything I want it to.

best simple review so far for me..

I replaced my galaxy watch 4 for an venu 2 plus since venu 2 sq wasn't available, I like the body charge features and battery life.

Nicely done, keep it up 👍🏻

Great review ~ thank you! I’m curious, how the swim setting works compared to the Garmin 935; can you start / stop your splits, transition to drill mode? Being a former triathlete, unable to run, looking to switch over to this type of watch.

Thanks for this amazing review

Was thinking of the Venu but after watching both your reviews the Sq2 seems a good enough improvement to warrant the price difference. Now I just need to see if I can get the same discount through my company health provider as it's not on their list yet!

thx for another great review! Saw Altra Boa in one glance, review those please!

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

It's coming!

@wojtekkos341

Жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit great!

I've got an Instinct Solar, going to get the Venu Sq2 for my 'other' watch.

Great Review!

I have the Venu 2 plus and I purchased from Playbetter and I love them and will continue to purchase from them. I love your videos keep them coming 💯

@danielvargo8369

Жыл бұрын

Yes I got my fenix 7solar from playbetter and I will also continue to order from them too

@karastover8963

Жыл бұрын

@@danielvargo8369 im thinking about getting the Fenix 7 or the Epix now that the screens are more vibrant. I went from the Fenix 6s sapphire to the Venu 2 for the screen. I'm missing the more in depth training stats the Fenix has.

I think that these definitely are a better option to the Fitbit Versa series, with about the same look.

Bro, nice Video. May I ask is there any comparison for VENU 2 SQ Music vs Forerunner 255s Music?

Great video! I've made my desicion to buy SQ2 to my wife, who is a cyclist newbie :)

I'm wondering if I made the right decision by ordering the Fitbit sense 2, maybe I should have ordered this eatch over the Fitbit. I wanted to get the Garmin vivoactive 5 but funds are a little short due to an unforeseen major repair with my bathroom. I like quite a few of the features and the interface.

Really love the review, i have not seen any reviewers compare between diff models. They just praise the products

Great Dave! ✨ Not a surprise though...

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😃

Should I invest to Vivoactive 5 or should I buy this Venu sq 2 instead? At the monet many places sell sq 2 at half the price compared to Vivoactive 5. I mainly go to gym and occasionally play badminton and padel. I am most interested in recovery and tracking stress, pulse and sleep. What would you recommend? Thanks!

I see in this video that you're sporting your Altra Vanish Carbon's 👍

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Indeed! Video coming soon!

I have the original SQ for all the reasons that you suggest buying the SQ 2 for. However, I am getting annoyed with not having an altimeter and the battery life on the original SQ isn't great either. Upgrading to the SQ 2 would give me better battery life, but still no altimeter, so I will most likely be looking at getting a Forerunner for my upgrade.

@jonathanm.1630

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it doesn't seem like there was much improved here from the original to the second gen... And the price is still the same or even more than what it was for the original.

@arkboy4ever

Жыл бұрын

@Jonathan M. idk seems like a kinda epic upgrade. The fitbit sence to the sence 2 isn't a upgrade but this... 12 day battery life. Way better design with no garmin logo. Bigger vibrant screen. I didn't want the venue sq but I do want this one. It just looks so much more legit.

@michaelstraub3516

Жыл бұрын

Don't most forerunners also lack an altimeter?

@_J.F_

Жыл бұрын

@@michaelstraub3516 FR 255 and upwards have barometric altimeters.

Listening to your podcast, if you not happy with the USPS box, try a UPS store box. I have one for a foundation I run and they are great!

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip! Fortunately the shoes finally showed up!

Hello, very informative. What is the Face Widget used as your main clock display? Hoping I can download it on my VenuSq.

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

It's the default face built into SQ 2. Not sure if it's available on SQ 1!

I currently have a vivoactive 3 music and am thinking about switching to this watch. I don’t need the music feature anymore but curious if this would be an upgrade over the vivoactive 3 music.

I hope Garmin launches more higher end square watches

I might have to pick this up to wear on days I wear a normal mechanical watch, as wearing an epix on one hand and an invicta on the other is just way too chunky haha

Looks interesting. I'm looking forward to you comparing this to an Apple Watch and maybe whatever Apple comes up with next week. Thanks for the review and burning the Apple Watch's battery life! 😬 #comeOnApple

Awesome review. I am thinking of buying it for my gf bday, but in doubt withing SQ 2, Venu 2S or Vivoactive 4/4s..She has Fitbit Versa 3 atm. any suggestions ? 😊

@paulkline3011

8 ай бұрын

Vivoactive 5 got released yesterday if you haven't bought a watch yet.

Does it show the altitude and/or vertical meters during an activity like hiking? Since it doesn't have an altimeter, I was wondering if it shows that by using GPS. Thanks for this one and all the other reviews, I really like your videos

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Nope, unfortunately it doesn't feature a barometer or altimeter to read that data.

@prossi4216

11 ай бұрын

There are Connect IQ data fields that show altitude. Not having a barometer the values will not be very precise.

I have the samsung watch but I dont love it cause I feel that it's way too bulky for comfort. Thinking about trying this one. I would like to track steps while not working out. I really do like the square shape too because I would love to have an apple watch but I'm an android user. :)

Tiene conteo de salto de cuerda ???

I really want to buy this watch for it's small size. Want to use it for walking routes from (Komoot, Alltrails). Komoot says it's compatible and you say you can't use it for navigation. Now I'm confused. Does anyone know if you can download walking routes to this watch?

You can do many things with this watch but for sure you dont want to turn on AOD unless you want some serious burn-in

Does it work for golfing?

Fantastic video. I've watched about a dozen on this watch and this is the most comprehensive. One correction tho... The sq 2 can track elevation using GPS, which in some cases can be even more accurate than a barometric altimeter because the latter is subject to changes in data due to humidity and other factors. Anyhow it's splitting hairs, but the bottom line is they are both very capable. Can't wait to get mine!

@ChaseTheSummit

9 ай бұрын

Yes it will collect elevation data after it’s sync’d to Garmin Connect but elevation data isn’t available during activities in real time without an altimeter. For example if you want the “elevation gain” data field while hiking it’s not possible on the SQ2 even though will get that data after the fact in Connect.

@dad_hacks

9 ай бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit ahh I see. Good to know.

Hello i have a question im not athletic guy but i like those sport watches for example coros i dont have the time to work out can someone to use those sportwatches without workout i like the look for be honest of those fitness sport watches especially coros thenks

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with using one as a regular watch. It does all the basics and the price isn't too crazy.

Hi, my dear friend Can you review the Haylou BC01? I want to watch it!!!!!

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

I've got them! I will get around to reviewing them at some point. Thanks for the suggestion.

Looking for a watch to run/walk a 6 hour marathon (I know - slow and steady) WITH MUSIC. So if it dies before I finish, not cool. Can't find anything that indicates it can last 7 hours GPS and Music except this one (other than $1000 Enduro or $600 Forerunner 955 solar). Am I missing an option?

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately music really crushes the battery life on these watches. I would suggest either bringing your phone or using an external MP3 style player for your music if you need it for that duration of time.

Using my own designed watchface I have 13 days on my Venu 2 Plus, without GPS, and no always on.

Can the sq 2 track skiing/snowboarding. Or is that not possible without the altimeter?

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

It does have profiles for Ski/Snowboard but without the altimeter will not display elevation data during your ski activity. However, once you sync the activity to Garmin Connect the activity will use GPS elevation data so you will get an idea of your ascent/descent it will just be based off of GPS elevation data rather than the altimeter. During a ski activity you simply hit the lap key for every time you complete a run so that it will be separated in the activity file to give you stats like max/min speed and how many runs were completed. Hope that helps!

Anyone have any thoughts on this vs the Venu 2S ?

Can you export the GPS data to Strava and allow Strava to show the altitude over the run/cycle ride? I do this with my mobile phone which doesn’t have an altimeter, I think Strava is deriving the altitude from the GPS data pair with data they hold on altitude at those coordinates.

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Yes. The downside is that it's based off of GPS elevation and you can't see elevation in real time if there's no altimeter on board.

@MadisonTen

Жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit Thanks for the speedy reply, that’s great to know and answers my question.I’m considering getting one, looking at other options but most watches seem to have relatively poor battery, like the Samsung Galaxy 5.

Hi! Can you change the notification & alarm sounds of the Venu SQ 2? I am thinking of uploading my own sound files to make customised notif & alarm sounds.

@ChaseTheSummit

3 ай бұрын

Nope, it's just a simple beep/buzz type situation. There's no way to customize it.

Can you view photos here?

With the accurate GPS on the Sq2, would not elevation data be available on outdoor activities?

@ChaseTheSummit

4 ай бұрын

There's no hardware altimeter on the SQ2 but you'll still get elevation data after your activities when sync'd to Garmin Connect or Strava.

I prefer the transreflective displays. I don't understand how AMOLED is superior. More colorful, perhaps. Maybe that's what this watch is aimed at...

@ChaseTheSummit

3 ай бұрын

Neither one is superior. It will really boil down to your personal preference. That said, AMOLED seems to be the direction most brands are moving now.

Hey man will there be another Garmin release this year? Like a Forerunner 755?

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Your guess is as good as mine!

@123krisby

Жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit best Garmin out now for multi sports?

@swampy2b

Жыл бұрын

FR255 is a full multi sport device, without maps, basically everything the 745 is. Wouldn’t count on it.

Does venu sq2 has same performance options n accuracy of strength training activity as venu 2 or 2s ?

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Pretty similar yes.

@anujphadke9785

Жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit why m asking coz venu 2 has gyroscope for more accurate rep counts which sq2 don't have .. m confused between sq2 and venu2s( as it's getting discount being old model )

Any Idea by when will it be available in India? 🤔

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Sorry! I have no idea! Hopefully soon!

Now let's wait for the Vivoactive 5!

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

I wonder if they’ll keep the vivoactive line alive? These Venu’s have such great battery life now it almost seems unnecessary.

@filipepaninho6558

Жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit at least for those who want something that looks like a watch ;) I would go for a 255 over this...

@paulkline3011

8 ай бұрын

It's now out. Ordered it today 😊

@filipepaninho6558

8 ай бұрын

@@paulkline3011 I think I'll go for a Venu 2 for the same price... metal, altímeter, 45mm...

I'm after an upgrade for my FR245, don't think this is it. If I was after a square at that price I'd just get an apple watch. That jitteriness is really annoying, the original SQ also stuttered.

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

The 255 would make more sense!

Hi, is this a smart band or a smart watch Thanks

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Watch... since it has a larger display. But I suppose all watches are also smart bands?

@isthi000ify

Жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit haha yes indeed, thanks man

Does the sq2 keep track of calories burn?

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Yup

Any thoughts vs. vivioactive 5?

@ChaseTheSummit

6 ай бұрын

Check out my recent videos. I've got an entire video about it!

Hello, do you support WhatsApp notifications?

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

You’ll get notifications but you cannot respond to them.

Does it have ECG monitoring?

@ChaseTheSummit

11 ай бұрын

Nope

Please do Fitbit since 2 or versa 4 vs venue sq 2 It just makes since with similar release dates

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

They're on the to-do list but there's a lot on the list!

does it have trail vo2 max

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Nope

Apple watch pro lite LOL 😂 (I'm a Garmin guy, pun intended)

Interesting

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Certainly is!

It looked beautiful until i noticed its not edge to edge display :(

11:47 Ah darn, no stryd pod.

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, I think it's odd that they don't even allow it to collect running power from their own Garmin HRM Pro!

Still thinking Garmin CEO Colors manager has to be pretty funny, not boring guy... 😀

can i reply to text messages on the watch? and make calls?

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

On android you can reply, on iPhone you cannot. This watch doesn't have a speaker or microphone for phone calls.

missing altimeter is a kind of bummer.

I notice screen is really lagging maybe processor or ram

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Yep, it's not as smooth as the Venu 2 and 2 Plus bit it's not bad.

Still shocked that your name isn't Chase 🙃

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Lol might need to rename the channel eventually!

Screen feels a little laggy scrolling down.

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Yep, it's not quite as nice as the Venu 2 and 2 Plus

Wow I won’t get the venu sq2… too similar look to an Apple Watch… that I have own for over 5 years but even the venu sq2 destroys Apple Watch from what I understand… I am looking forward for aGarmin Fenix 7s or a forerunner 955

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

Can you shut off all of the health / fitness features?

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

You could just not use them. But I’m not sure why you’d buy this Watch if you didn’t want to use the health features?

tbh I don't really like the UI on the venu series compared to the rest of garmin's lineup. it looks quite clunky for an amoled display type watch

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

They added a bit of flare to it to make it more polished looking. Personally, like you I prefer the "utility" look of the Forerunner/Fenix interface.

@ravioli0239

Жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit I think I just expect a "clean" or "minimalistic" design for a smartwatch which is what the Venu watches feel more like because of things like the apple watch or galaxy watch but Garmin did not go in that direction for the UI. I'm sure some people like it but it's just not for me. Either way the software design of the rest of the Garmin range is definitely more for me.

Garmin works in mysterious ways... Top GPS chip, no breadcrumb nav, no barometer... why?

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Barometer I get... that's just money. But the breadcrumb thing seems more like a software limitation unless the CPU of the SQ2 is limited and can't render a breadcrumb map page? That might be the case. Unfortunately unless you work for Garmin we'll never know lol.

Buy once, cry once

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Until the next one 😉

his sssss are killing me

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

😂 not much I can do about 🤷‍♂️

Only if it had altimeter ☹️

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

Yep, maybe the Venu 3 Plus down the road!

@deshkanagrikhoon

Жыл бұрын

@@ChaseTheSummit You meant to say Venu SQ 3 i guess?

The vibration is very weak anyone encounter the very weak vibration

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

It’s a small watch. Which means small internal components so it probably won’t be the most noticeable vibe.

lo0l

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

🤔

19 minutes review and mentioning music, but no word about sound... What a shame and wasting of time.

Hoka for the win 🤛🏾👎🏾

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

I like the shirt!

You don’t have to keep saying the name of the watch. Good grief!

@ChaseTheSummit

Жыл бұрын

🤷‍♂️