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Amazfit GTR 4 vs Garmin Venu Sq 2

Amazfit GTR 4 (2022, listed at $199) and Garmin Venu Sq 2 (2022, listed at $249) are both smartwatches, so the choice comes down to specifics.

Specs last updated · prices are list prices

Leads on raw specs: Amazfit GTR 4(3–0)
Amazfit GTR 4
smartwatch

Amazfit GTR 4

Premium-feeling AMOLED smartwatch under $200 — dual-band GPS, Bluetooth calls, 14-day battery.

$199list price
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Garmin Venu Sq 2
smartwatch

Garmin Venu Sq 2

Square-faced Apple Watch alternative for Android — 11-day battery, vivid AMOLED, on-watch music.

$249list price
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The verdict

On the numbers we track, Amazfit GTR 4 wins on battery life (14 days vs 11 days), weight (34 g vs 38 g) and price ($199 vs $249).

Bottom line: on raw specs the Amazfit GTR 4 leads 3 to 0, but five spec categories are only a starting point. Match it to your phone, your main sport and your budget before you decide, or run the free quiz to see how each ranks for your answers.

Spec by spec

Amazfit GTR 4 and Garmin Venu Sq 2 specifications
SpecAmazfit GTR 4Garmin Venu Sq 2
Battery (rated)14 days11 days
Weight34 g38 g
List price$199$249
Water rating5ATM5ATM
Tracked features44
Case size46 mm40 mm
DisplayAMOLEDAMOLED
Works withboth iPhone and Androidboth iPhone and Android
Listed best foreveryday wellness, gym and strength work and runningeveryday wellness, gym and strength work and running
Released20222022

Trophy marks the better value on the five measurable specs. Battery is the manufacturer's rating, not our test. How we score is on the methodology page.

Feature overlap

Both have (4)

  • built-in GPS
  • blood-oxygen (SpO₂)
  • on-device music
  • AMOLED display

Only Amazfit GTR 4 (0)

Nothing unique.

Only Garmin Venu Sq 2 (0)

Nothing unique.

Which one should you pick?

Pick the Amazfit GTR 4 if…

  • You want to spend less: it lists for $50 less.
  • You want fewer charges: about 14 days per charge vs 11 days.
  • You want a lighter watch: 34 g vs 38 g.
  • You might switch phones: it works with both iPhone and Android, the Garmin Venu Sq 2 only works with Android.

Skip it if…

  • • You have a small wrist (under about 160 mm) — the 46 mm case we list is large (check whether a smaller size is sold).

Pick the Garmin Venu Sq 2 if…

  • You might switch phones: it works with both iPhone and Android, the Amazfit GTR 4 only works with Android.

Frequently asked questions

Which has better battery life, the Amazfit GTR 4 or the Garmin Venu Sq 2?

The Amazfit GTR 4 has the longer rated battery life: about 14 days per charge against 11 days. These are manufacturer ratings; heavy GPS, always-on display and cellular use will cut both.

Which is cheaper, the Amazfit GTR 4 or the Garmin Venu Sq 2?

The Amazfit GTR 4 has the lower list price: $199 against $249 in our database. List prices change often, so check Amazon for today's price.

Do the Amazfit GTR 4 and Garmin Venu Sq 2 work with iPhone and Android?

Yes, they have the same phone support: both iPhone and Android.

Which is better for swimming, the Amazfit GTR 4 or the Garmin Venu Sq 2?

Neither has an edge on water rating: both are rated 5ATM. 5ATM is suitable for showering and pool swimming, but not for high-speed water sports or diving.

Not sure either is right for you?

Nine questions about your phone, sport, wrist and budget, scored against all of our watches with the reasoning shown.

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Where each one ranks #1 in our quiz

Garmin Venu Sq 2

It is not the top pick for any standard quiz profile.