Garmin Venu 4: specs, who it fits and compatible phones
Garmin Venu 4 is a smartwatch released in 2025 that works with iPhone and Android. It lists Dual-band GNSS, 5ATM and Garmin Pay.
Specifications
| Release year | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Case size | 41 / 45 mm |
| Display | AMOLED, Always-On |
| Battery as listed | Up to 12 days |
| Water rating | 5ATM |
| Case material | Metal |
| GPS type | Dual-band GNSS |
| Operating system | Garmin OS |
| Works with | iPhone and Android |
| Connection | None |
| Contactless wallet | Garmin Pay |
| Plan needed | None |
| Health sensors | SpO2, HRV, Skin temperature, ECG, Readiness score, Sleep apnea |
| Safety features | SOS |
Who it fits
- Works with iPhone and Android.
- Lists SOS or fall detection, see our guide for older adults.
- Lists an exact water rating of 5ATM or higher.
How it compares
Closest models from Garmin
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin Vivoactive 6 | 2025 | 42 mm | Up to 11 days | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Garmin Lily 2 Active | 2024 | - | Up to 9 days | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Garmin Forerunner 265 | 2023 | - | Up to 13 days ยท 20 hours GPS | 5ATM | Multi-system GNSS | iOS and Android |
Closest models from other brands
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMF Watch 3 Pro | 2025 | 46 mm (approx.) | Up to 13 days | 5ATM (approx.) | Dual-band GNSS | iOS and Android |
| Amazfit Bip 6 | 2025 | 46.3 mm | Up to 14 days | 5ATM | Dual-band GNSS | iOS and Android |
| Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro | 2025 | 44.6 mm | Up to 10 days | 5ATM | Dual-band GNSS + maps | iOS and Android |
Compared with Garmin Vivoactive 6, Garmin Venu 4 lists dual-band GPS, where Garmin Vivoactive 6 lists single-band and Metal case material, where Garmin Vivoactive 6 lists Polymer/aluminum.
Compared with Garmin Lily 2 Active, Garmin Venu 4 lists dual-band GPS, where Garmin Lily 2 Active lists single-band, a longer listed battery (12 days against 9) and a newer release year (2025 against 2024).
Compared with Garmin Forerunner 265, Garmin Venu 4 lists a newer release year (2025 against 2023) and Metal case material, where Garmin Forerunner 265 lists Reinforced polymer.
Compared with CMF Watch 3 Pro, Garmin Venu 4 lists a contactless wallet (Garmin Pay), which CMF Watch 3 Pro does not list.
Compared with Amazfit Bip 6, Garmin Venu 4 lists a shorter listed battery (12 days against 14), Metal case material, where Amazfit Bip 6 lists Aluminum and a contactless wallet (Garmin Pay), which Amazfit Bip 6 does not list.
Compared with Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro, Garmin Venu 4 lists a longer listed battery (12 days against 10), Metal case material, where Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro lists Titanium/aluminum and a contactless wallet (Garmin Pay), which Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro does not list.
Only values listed exactly are compared.
Position in the catalog
Its listed battery of 12 days is above 37% of 46 smartwatches with a single plain days value. Its exact water rating of 5ATM is above 4% of 78 smartwatches with a single exact ATM rating. It was released in 2025. Among 128 smartwatches with an exact release year, 91% were released in 2025 or earlier and 27% were released in 2025 or later.
Phone compatibility and plan
No plan is listed as needed.
Sensors and features are listed as the maker names them and are not medical measurements.
Related guides and lists
- Battery life explained
- Phone compatibility
- Water resistance ratings
- Sensors explained
- Garmin smartwatches
- All models
Last verified September 26, 2026
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