Garmin Venu 3
2023 · Fitness + health
Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro)
Fitness · 2024 · Pro
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Garmin Venu 3 lands at 85 and Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro) at 85. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Garmin Venu 3 if…
- ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
- ✓GPS + heart rate
- ✓Notification mirroring
Pick Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro) if…
- ✓Extended battery life vs smartwatches
- ✓Sleep + recovery metrics
- ✓Activity-specific modes
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testBattery
TieCompared on the battery sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Fitness
TieCompared on the fitness sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Durability
Garmin Venu 3Compared on the durability sub-score
Garmin Venu 3 leads on durability (86 vs 84).
Value for money
Garmin Venu 3Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Garmin Venu 3 more score per dollar ($449 vs $800).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Garmin Venu 3 | Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro) |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Type | — | Fitness tracker / ring / bike computer |
| Variant | — | Pro |
Garmin Venu 3
- +Multi-day fitness tracking
- +GPS + heart rate
- +Notification mirroring
- −Battery life varies dramatically
- −Companion phone required
- −Screen-on drains battery
Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro)
- +Extended battery life vs smartwatches
- +Sleep + recovery metrics
- +Activity-specific modes
- −Notifications limited
- −No smartwatch app store
- −Some require subscription
FAQ: Garmin Venu 3 vs Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro)
Which is better, Garmin Venu 3 or Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro)? +
Both score 85 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Garmin Venu 3 worth the price? +
At $449, Garmin Venu 3 delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.
Is Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro) worth the price? +
At $800, Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.
Does Garmin Venu 3 or Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for durability, Garmin Venu 3 or Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro)? +
Garmin Venu 3 — leads on durability (86 vs 84). Compared on the durability sub-score.
Which is the better value, Garmin Venu 3 or Polar Grit X2 Pro (Pro)? +
Garmin Venu 3 — more score per dollar ($449 vs $800). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.