Garmin Venu 3 Falls to Record-Low $288 as Apple Nears Smartwatch Launch
TechRadar reported that Amazon has cut the Garmin Venu 3 to a record-low $288, a $161 discount, as Apple prepares to launch the Apple Watch Series 12.
The deal positions the Garmin Venu 3 as an alternative for shoppers who do not need the newest Apple Watch features. TechRadar said the Apple Watch Series 12 will likely start at $399.99 based on the pricing of its predecessor, and it added that most people will not need the new technology and health insights the Apple device is expected to offer.
In its review, TechRadar awarded the Garmin Venu 3 four and a half stars and called it a near-perfect balance of smartwatch and health tracker. The publication said the watch is aimed at outdoor and fitness enthusiasts and offers advanced GPS tracking, a water-resistant design, a dedicated LED flashlight, and up to 14 days of battery life.
TechRadar also said the Venu 3 tracks heart rate, respiration, blood oxygen saturation, sleep, and stress levels. It includes a speaker and microphone so users can take calls from their wrist. The model is suited to runners, cyclists, hikers, and swimmers, according to the article.
TechRadar noted that the Venu 3 once sat at the top of its guide to the best Garmin watches, where its fitness experts called it 'the best for most people.' The new Venu 4 has since replaced it in that position, but TechRadar said the last-generation Venu 3 still offers a strong mix of advanced sports metrics and communication features at its new record-low price.
The report was written by Mackenzie Frazier, TechRadar's lead deals editor in the US. The article cited the $288 Amazon price as a record low for the Garmin Venu 3 and said the discount was $161 off the original $449.99 list price.