Is the Venu 4 worth it over the Vivoactive?

The Venu 4 adds an AMOLED display and a fuller health suite. If you mainly want GPS and basic tracking, the Vivoactive line covers that for less.

Does it need a phone for GPS?

No. GPS is built in, so you can run, walk or ride without carrying your phone. You still need the phone app to sync and review data.

Garmin rates it for several days in smartwatch mode, less with heavy GPS use. Most owners charge it about once a week or less.

Yes. It pairs with both Android and iPhone through the Garmin Connect app, though some messaging replies are more limited on iOS.

Yes. It logs sleep stages, a sleep score, stress, pulse ox and Body Battery, which estimates your energy through the day.

It is water-resistant and tracks pool swims, but it is a general fitness watch rather than a dedicated swim or dive computer.

At HeartRateMonitorsUSA.com, for $549.99, as of our latest check.

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