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Samsung Galaxy Watch Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£190Screen size:?Battery life:?Display type:AMOLED

Samsung Galaxy Watch Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 22 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

7.8

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Technical score

30%

8.1

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.1 · based on 22 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 15 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 82% of smartwatches
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

24%

6.6

Health

21%

9.6

Fitness

16%

6.4

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

8.0

Connectivity

9%

8.7

Display & Design

4%

5.6

Hardware

â–²Better than 79% of smartwatches
8.1

Review score

Review score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
✓ explicit
1

8.5%

8.0

techradar.com

Video reviews 3

3.4%

9.5

Chigz Tech Reviews

3.4%

6.0

Teqreation

3.4%

6.0

DesFit

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 74% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Samsung Galaxy Watch

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components:

24%

6.6

Health

21%

9.6

Fitness

16%

6.4

Battery

14%

7.6

Smart features

12%

8.0

Connectivity

9%

8.7

Display & Design

4%

5.6

Hardware

7.6
Review score
Review score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
✓ explicit
1

8.5%

8.0

techradar.com

Video reviews 3

3.4%

9.5

Chigz Tech Reviews

3.4%

6.0

Teqreation

3.4%

6.0

DesFit

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 56% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Watch has a popularity of 6.8 points, which is higher than 55.8% of smartwatches.
6.8
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

9.5

Price

8.3
Brand name
Samsung
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 66.8% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 48.2% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
?
Battery life in training mode
8 h
Battery life in training mode
8 h
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 8 h in training mode which is shorter than 73.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.9% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
24 h
Battery life with GPS on
24 h
â–² Better than 61% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 24 h with GPS on which is longer than 60.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.5% of smartwatches.
Battery power
394 mAh
Battery power
394 mAh
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 394 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 74.3% of smartwatches.
Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
Charge time
120 min
Charge time
120 min
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 120 min which is faster than 13.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 44.2% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Tizen
Operating system
Tizen
â–² Better than 55% of models
This smartwatch runs Tizen which is more advanced than the operating system in 55.2% of smartwatches and the same as that in 2.3% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 42.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
â–² Better than 82% of models
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 82.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
?
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
Compass
no
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
?
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
â–² Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
360x 360
Resolution
360x 360
â–² Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 360x360 which is higher than that of 50.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
278 ppi
Pixel density
278 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 278 ppi which is lower than that of 70.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
2000 nits
Display brightness
2000 nits
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 2000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 88.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5.9% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
2x 1.15 GHz
CPU speed
2x 1.15 GHz
â–² Better than 70% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 2x1.15 GHz which is faster than that in 69.6% of smartwatches and equal to that in 2% of smartwatches.
Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
Processor model
Exynos 9110
Processor model
Exynos 9110
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
This smartwatch uses the Exynos 9110 processor model.
RAM
0.768 GB
RAM
0.768 GB
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 0.768 GB of RAM which is smaller than the RAM in 69.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
4 GB
Internal storage
4 GB
â–² Better than 40% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 4 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 40.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 27% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Availability may vary by model or region.
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
    HRV tracking may depend on companion or third-party apps.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass DX+
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ vs mineral glass
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • 1,400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    2000 nits
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (2000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • 10.6% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Watch has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.32 vs 7.5).
    8.32 vs 7.52
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
    Availability may vary by model or region.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
    HRV tracking may depend on companion or third-party apps.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    Tracks calories burned rather than food intake.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
    Water intake tracking may require manual logging in a companion app or widget.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
    Supported through third-party apps or Wear OS/Tizen workarounds.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 94 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    394 mAh days
    Category Benchmark
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (394 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Battery capacity varies by case size/model variant.
    394 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 4 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    24 h
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (24 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    24 h vs 20 h
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass DX+
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ vs mineral glass
  • 1,400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    2000 nits
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (2000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Tizen
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Tizen vs Proprietary OS).
    Tizen vs Proprietary OS
  • Faster CPU speed
    CPU speed
    2 x 1.15 GHz
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 2x1.15 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
    2x1.15 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • 11.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    8 h
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (8 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    8 h vs 19.25 h
  • 18 g heavier weight
    Weight
    63.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (63 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    63.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 3 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2018
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2018 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    August 2018
    2018 vs 2021
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 1.1 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    12.70 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.7 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    12.70 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.2
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • 46.2% more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Watch is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£190 vs £130).
    £190 vs £130
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • 41 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    39
    â–² Better than 32% of models
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (39 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    39 vs 80
  • 11.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    8 h
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (8 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    8 h vs 19.25 h
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.2
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • 18 g heavier weight
    Weight
    63.0 g
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (63 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    63.0 g vs 45.0 g
  • 1.1 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    12.70 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (12.7 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    12.70 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 48 ppi lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    278 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (278 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    278 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 3 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2018
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2018 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    August 2018
    2018 vs 2021
  • 0.23 GB less RAM
    RAM
    0.768 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
    This smartwatch has less RAM than the average smartwatch (0.8 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    0.768 GB vs 1 GB

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

6.0
Teqreation
≈ estimated
05/12/2018
Review · app store, voice assistant and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch works more as a watch-face accessory than a true smartwatch, held back by weak apps, though battery life is excellent.
6.0
DesFit
≈ estimated
09/10/2018
Long-term test · 4-5 weeks of fitness use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch is a solid Android smartwatch, but weak heart rate and GPS tracking make it disappointing for serious fitness.
9.5
Chigz Tech Reviews
≈ estimated
08/09/2018
Long-term review · 8 days of daily wear and battery tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch is the best smartwatch used so far, with very long battery life; price is its only real drawback.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 10 · 12

Reviewers love the rotating bezel and design, battery life divides opinion, and the app selection and voice assistant disappoint.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

au.pcmag.com
08/09/2018
Not graded yet
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
16/06/2021
Long-term review · Fitness and battery
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch lasts four days on its 46mm model and tracks workouts well, but its app store lacks Google Maps and WhatsApp.
8.4
netzwelt.de
✓ explicit
13/12/2018
Hands-on test · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch changes little from its predecessors, with precise bezel navigation, but few apps and no contactless payment hold it back.
heise.de
14/10/2018
Not graded yet
8.4
giga.de
✓ explicit
01/12/2018
Hands-on test · Rotating bezel
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch is an excellent pick for buyers who want phone calls on the wrist, but it changes little from the Gear S3.
nextpit.de
13/10/2018
Not graded yet
chip.de
26/10/2018
Not graded yet
frandroid.com
16/10/2018
Not graded yet
01net.com
02/10/2018
Not graded yet
lesnumeriques.com
02/11/2018
Not graded yet
8.0
nakan.ch
≈ estimated
04/02/2019
Hands-on test · Sport tracking
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch suits people who want sport profiles and a bright screen on the wrist, but it needs charging about every two days and has little storage.
6.0
montre-cardio-gps.fr
≈ estimated
05/12/2018
Hands-on test · Running and battery
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch lasts several days and tracks many workouts, but slow GPS, jumpy pace and no external sensors frustrate serious runners.
lesnumeriques.com
02/10/2018
Not graded yet
8.0
sport-passion.fr
≈ estimated
23/02/2019
Review · Apple Watch comparison
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch is the best Apple Watch alternative for people without an iPhone, with long battery life, though the 42mm model's battery lasts much less.
smartworld.it
23/10/2018
Not graded yet
andreagaleazzi.com
21/09/2018
Not graded yet
evosmart.it
23/10/2018
Not graded yet
global.techradar.com
01/10/2019
Not graded yet
9.1
techdifferent.it
✓ explicit
19/12/2018
Review · Calls and battery
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 42mm is the model to buy for its accurate heart-rate tracking and fast charging, though Bixby doesn't yet speak Italian.
tweakers.net
08/09/2018
Not graded yet
9.0
androidworld.nl
≈ estimated
18/12/2018
Hands-on review · Tizen smartwatch
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch is a quick, good-looking watch that lasts about three days, but few apps and an assistant without Dutch hold it back.
global.techradar.com
23/06/2019
Not graded yet
global.techradar.com
23/06/2019
Not graded yet

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What we like about Samsung Galaxy Watch

  • Vibrant and bright Super AMOLED displays (up to 3,000 nits on Ultra/Watch 8 models) for excellent outdoor visibility
  • Lightweight and comfortable design suitable for 24/7 wear and sleep tracking
  • Highly accurate heart rate monitoring and fitness tracking using improved BioActive sensors
  • Advanced health features including FDA-authorised sleep apnoea detection and a new Energy Score
  • Premium build quality with high durability (Sapphire Crystal glass and MIL-STD-810H certification)
  • Smooth and responsive user interface powered by updated Exynos processors and Wear OS
  • Large selection of third-party apps and watch faces available via the Google Play Store

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Watch

  • Generally poor battery life, typically requiring daily charging (24-30 hours) for standard models
  • Several key features (ECG, blood pressure, sleep apnoea detection) are restricted to users with Samsung Galaxy smartphones
  • Charging speeds are relatively slow, often taking over an hour for a full charge
  • The 'Ultra' model can feel bulky or oversized, especially for users with smaller wrists
  • Lack of a physical rotating bezel on standard models, making digital bezel navigation less intuitive
  • No compatibility with iOS devices (iPhones) since the shift to Wear OS

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 series features a powerful 3nm Exynos W1000 processor, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of internal storage, delivering a highly responsive user experience on Wear OS 5. Available in 40mm and 44mm aluminum cases, it boasts a vibrant Super AMOLED display protected by sapphire crystal and offers comprehensive health tracking via an advanced BioActive sensor, including ECG, blood oxygen, and AI-powered 'Energy Scores.' Main pros include its sleek circular design, accurate heart rate and sleep monitoring, and new dual-frequency GPS for improved outdoor navigation. However, it is limited by a lackluster battery life that typically requires daily charging, and some of its most advanced health features remain restricted exclusively to Samsung smartphone users.

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