A test comparing the Garmin Venu 4 and Apple Watch 11 during a 10,000-step walk found both devices to be highly accurate, with the Apple Watch undercounting by 218 steps and the Garmin overcounting by 192 steps, demonstrating their reliability in step counting.
The Garmin Venu 4 is a significant upgrade over the Venu 3, featuring a more attractive all-metal design, a built-in flashlight, brighter display, advanced sports tracking, and multi-band GPS, but it comes at a higher price. The Venu 3 remains a capable, more affordable option with longer battery life and an extra button, making it suitable for those who don't need the latest features.
Garmin has announced the Venu 4 and Venu 4S, which are significant upgrades over the Venu 3, sharing a new Garmin OS platform, with added features like ECG, flashlight, enhanced health and sleep tracking, and expanded sensor support, all in a sleek metal case. Despite the feature improvements, the price has increased to $549, creating a notable gap in Garmin's lineup and raising questions about market positioning and competition.