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Garmin Venu 3 vs Google Pixel Watch 3

Both offer training-tier analytics, but the Pixel Watch 3 is Android-only and $100 cheaper with deep Fitbit integration, while the Venu 3 costs more and is the only one of the two that works with iPhone.

Garmin Venu 3Garmin

Garmin Venu 3

4.4
Best Lifestyle Hybrid
Google Pixel Watch 3Google

Google Pixel Watch 3

4.5
$449
MSRP
$349
Lower price
Full Smartwatch
Watch Type
Full Smartwatch
Solid Training Data
Training Data
Solid Training Data
iOS & Android
Phone
Android only
4.4
Rating
4.5
Higher rated
26 hrs
Longer battery
GPS Battery Life
10 hrs*
Single-Band
GPS
Single-Band
46g
Weight
36g
Lighter
41/45mm
Case Size
41/45mm
Yes
Wrist Calls
Yes
No
Offline Maps
No
Spotify/Amazon Music
Offline Music
Spotify/Amazon Music
5 ATM
Water Resistance
5 ATM
Best Lifestyle Hybrid
Notable For
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Best For
  • •You're on iPhone, where the Pixel Watch 3 isn't an option at all
  • •Garmin's Body Battery readiness matters more to you than Fitbit integration
  • •You're on Android and want deep Fitbit training integration for $100 less
  • •You don't need cross-platform (iOS) compatibility
The Full Story

The Venu 3 blends Garmin's core fitness tracking and Body Battery readiness with a built-in speaker and microphone for taking calls from your wrist. It trades away deep running-load metrics like Training Readiness, making it ideal for runners who prioritize health tracking and smartwatch convenience.

The Pixel Watch 3 brought serious running additions to Google's smartwatch lineup, including custom workout builds, real-time pace guidance, and cadence tracking powered by Fitbit. It's a strong option for Android users who want a sleek everyday smartwatch with real running tools.

*Estimated — this model's exact GPS battery life isn't published by the manufacturer. All figures are standard GPS mode, midsize case, no solar boost.

†Estimated — this model launched too recently to have an established customer rating yet.

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