Polar Unite vs. Garmin Venu 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Polar Unite and Garmin Venu 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

Polar Unite vs. Garmin Venu 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Polar Unite Garmin Venu 2
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
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
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 43.4 mm 45.4 mm
Height 43.4 mm 45.4 mm
Depth 10.4 mm 12.2 mm
Weight 32 g 49 g
Body Material Fibreglass reinforced polymer Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Polar Unite Garmin Venu 2
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, thermometre, heart rate, barometric altimeter, Pulse Ox sensor, gyroscope
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken Distance, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, swing data, stress level, respiratory rate, menstrual cycle, hydration
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Fitness test, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, GPS via mobile, guided breathing session, Nightly Recharge recovery measurement, FitSpark training guide 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
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email Calendar, applications
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CONNECTIVITY Polar Unite Garmin Venu 2
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+
Connectors USB -
DISPLAY Polar Unite Garmin Venu 2
Type IPS - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 240 x 204 pixels 416 x 416 pixels
Screen Size - 1.3"
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Polar Unite Garmin Venu 2
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen
CASE Polar Unite Garmin Venu 2
Case Size - 45 mm
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel - Slate stainless steeel
Case Details - Black | Granite blue
BAND Polar Unite Garmin Venu 2
Band Type Band Band
Band Size S/L -
Band Width 20 mm 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-210 mm 135-200 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Snap & slip Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour Black | Blue | Pink | White Black | Granite blue
BATTERY Polar Unite Garmin Venu 2
Technology Lithium polymer -
Capacity 174 mAh -
Battery Life - 12 day(s)
Battery Life Details Watch mode + HR - up to 4 days
Training mode + HR - up to 50 hour(s)
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
Rechargeable Battery Yes -
MISCELLANEOUS Polar Unite Garmin Venu 2
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Polar Fitness Test, Polar Flow Garmin Pay, Garmion Connect IQ
Compliant Standards - FCC
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 50 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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