96.8
Best for serious athletes and data enthusiasts who need laboratory-grade precision
- EKG-level precision
- 400 hour battery life
- Dual Bluetooth + ANT+
$105
Head to head · Wearables
010-02173-11 Venu, GPS Smartwatch vs vívoactive® 5, Health & Fitness GPS Smartwatch
Ravvy scores 010-02173-11 Venu, GPS Smartwatch at 90.29 and vívoactive® 5, Health & Fitness GPS Smartwatch at 89.84. 010-02173-11 Venu, GPS Smartwatch takes the overall pick, best for fitness enthusiasts who want a vivid screen and phone free music.
Ravvy pick
90.3
$189
The Garmin Venu is the best choice for users who want Garmin's elite health metrics paired with a premium screen, provided they are okay with charging every few days.
$187
Buy the vivoactive 5 if you want Garmin's best-in-class health coaching on a beautiful screen, provided you do not mind the plastic-forward construction.
How they score
| Factor | 010-02173-11 Venu, GPS Smartwatch | vívoactive® 5, Health & Fitness GPS Smartwatch |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort | 90 | – |
| Battery Life | 78 | – |
| Smart Features | 82 | – |
| Display Quality | 95 | 95 |
| Fitness Tracking | 92.5 | – |
| App Ecosystem | – | 85 |
| Build Materials | – | 78 |
| Battery Longevity | – | 88 |
| Tracking Accuracy | – | 90 |
010-02173-11 Venu, GPS Smartwatch
What owners praise
- Vibrant AMOLED touchscreen is highly readable
- Comprehensive 24/7 health and energy monitoring
- On-device music storage for phone-free workouts
- Animated on-screen coaching for yoga and strength
- Lightweight design at only 1.6 ounces
What to know first
- Battery life drops significantly when using GPS and music
- Touchscreen can be sensitive during heavy swimming
- Proprietary charging cable required
Skip it if ultra marathoners needing weeks of gps battery life
vívoactive® 5, Health & Fitness GPS Smartwatch
What owners praise
- Stunning AMOLED display with deep blacks
- Impressive 11 day battery life in smart mode
- Comprehensive sleep coaching and nap detection
- Inclusive wheelchair mode with push tracking
- Lightweight and comfortable for 24/7 wear
What to know first
- No barometric altimeter for elevation tracking
- Plastic bezel feels less premium than the vivoactive 4
- Limited to a single 42mm size option
Skip it if mountain hikers needing an altimeter or users seeking a premium metal finish
Specs side by side
| Spec | 010-02173-11 Venu, GPS Smartwatch | vívoactive® 5, Health & Fitness GPS Smartwatch |
|---|---|---|
| GPS | Yes | Built-in GPS |
| UPC | 753759227845 | 753759324919 |
| ASIN | B07WLN9RYD | B0CG6NBJ61 |
| GTIN | 753759227845 | 753759324919 |
| Brand | Garmin | Garmin |
| Color | Black | Ivory |
| Shape | Round | Round |
| Band Color | black | Ivory |
| Model Name | Venu | Garmin vivoactive 5 |
| Resolution | 390 x 390 | 390 x 390 |
| Sport Type | Cardio, Exercise & Fitness, Training | Cardio, Exercise & Fitness, Running, Training, Yoga |
| Style Name | Venu | Sporty & Modern |
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