Garmin Venu 2

The Garmin Venu 2 and Venu 2S are closely related smartwatches from 2021, sharing the same operating system and core health tracking capabilities. The primary distinction lies in physical size and battery performance; the larger Venu 2 features a 1.3-inch screen, making it better suited for users preferring a bigger display, while the Venu 2S offers a more compact 1.1-inch display. A significant performance divergence is seen in battery life, where the Venu 2S surprisingly boasts up to 26 hours of running time compared to the Venu 2's 8 hours. Furthermore, the Venu 2 includes built-in NFC for contactless payments, a feature missing on the Venu 2S, though the 2S offers double the storage capacity at 16GB versus the Venu 2's 8GB. Ultimately, your choice depends on prioritizing screen size, battery stamina, or contactless payment capability.