Garmin Venu 2 vs. Fitbit Sense 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Venu 2 and Fitbit Sense 2. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Venu 2 vs. Fitbit Sense 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Venu 2 Fitbit Sense 2
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later, iOS 14 or later
Activity/Sport Golf, running, ski, cycling, hiking, indoor running, indoor cycling, pool swimming, yoga, snowboarding, stepper, strength training, cardio training, treadmill, elliptical, rower, stand up paddleboarding, bouldering, indoor climbing Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 45.4 mm 40.5 mm
Height 45.4 mm 40.5 mm
Depth 12.2 mm 12.3 mm
Weight 49 g -
Body Material Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer Aluminium
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Venu 2 Fitbit Sense 2
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, thermometre, heart rate, barometric altimeter, Pulse Ox sensor, gyroscope Ambient light sensor, altimeter, SpO2 sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, temperature, optical heart sensor, electrodermal activity (EDA) sensor, vibration motor, multipurpose electrical sensor
Tracking Data Distance, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, swing data, stress level, respiratory rate, menstrual cycle, hydration Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, active time, menstrual cycle, breathing rate, temperature, sleep quality score, blood glucose
Modes - 40+ sports modes
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Find phone function, HR zones, digital scorecard, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, alarm, Find my Device, breathing training function, store & play music, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, TrueUp, Body Battery, auto lap, Physio TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, music playback control, weather information Find phone function, automatic exercise recognition, breathing training function, Active Zone Minutes, HRV index, Sleep Score, Sleep Profile, Stress Management Score, Daily Readiness Score, all day body response tracking, cardio fitness score
Notifications Calendar, applications SMS, applications, high and low heart rate, calls, irregular rhythm
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver GPS/GLONASS receiver
Payment Technology Garmin Pay FitBit Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Alexa built-in
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Venu 2 Fitbit Sense 2
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin Venu 2 Fitbit Sense 2
Type AMOLED - colour Colour
Resolution 416 x 416 pixels -
Screen Size 1.3" -
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) -
Always On Display (AOD) Yes Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Venu 2 Fitbit Sense 2
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, push button
CASE Garmin Venu 2 Fitbit Sense 2
Case Size 45 mm -
Case Shape Round Square
Bezel Slate stainless steeel -
Case Back - Aluminium
Case Details Black | Granite blue Platinum aluminum
BAND Garmin Venu 2 Fitbit Sense 2
Band Type Band Band
Band Size - S
Band Width 22 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 135-200 mm 129-175 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour Black | Granite blue Lunar white
BATTERY Garmin Venu 2 Fitbit Sense 2
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Life 12 day(s) 6 day(s)
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 11 days
GPS mode - up to 22 hour(s)
GPS with Music mode - up to 8 hour(s)
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 12 days
GPS mode - up to 5 hour(s)
Recharge Time - 2 hours
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Venu 2 Fitbit Sense 2
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging cable, 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, wristband (158 - 209 mm)
Preloaded Software Garmin Pay, Garmion Connect IQ Alarm, FitBit Pay
Compliant Standards FCC -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature - 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -10 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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