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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£160
Screen size: 1.4 inch
Battery life: 2.25 day/s
Display type: AMOLED

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

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7.8

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9.3

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#15 in Best Samsung Smartwatches
#23 in Best Blood Pressure Smartwatches
#35 in Best LTE Smartwatches
#36 in Best Smartwatches With Sim Card
#42 in Best Smartwatches For Men
#49 in Best Smartwatches For Quality-Price Ratio
#54 in Best Smartwatches With Fall Detection
#59 in Best Rugged Smartwatches
#64 in Best Smartwatches With ECG
#75 in Best Smartwatches For iPhone
#83 in Best Swimming Smartwatches
#85 in Best Smartwatches For Android
#85 in Best Android Smartwatches For Men
#85 in Best Android Smartwatches For Women
#88 in Best Smartwatches With NFC

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm is a premium smartwatch featuring a 1.4-inch Super AMOLED display with 360 x 360 resolution and a digital touch-sensitive bezel for intuitive navigation. It is powered by the Exynos 9110 dual-core processor with 1.5GB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage, while its 340mAh battery supports WPC-based wireless charging and typically provides up to two days of battery life. Key strengths include its elegant 316L stainless steel design, military-grade (MIL-STD-810G) durability, standalone LTE connectivity via eSIM, and a comprehensive suite of health sensors including an 8-photodiode heart rate monitor, ECG, and built-in GPS. However, notable drawbacks include limited third-party app availability within the Tizen OS ecosystem, significantly reduced battery performance when using LTE or the always-on display, and restricted functionality when paired with iOS devices.

Technical Specifications of smartwatch Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm

Overall score

8.0

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Popularity

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.

Health

8.1

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Brand name

What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.

When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Heart rate monitor

What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.

When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

Importance: HIGH

Blood oxygen monitoring

What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.

When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

Importance: HIGH

ECG

What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.

When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

Importance: HIGH

Irregular heart rate warnings

What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.

When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Fitness

9.4

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Accelerometer

What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.

When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

Importance: MEDIUM

Barometer

What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.

When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Gyroscope

What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.

When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

Importance: MEDIUM

Cadence sensor

What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.

When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

Importance: MEDIUM

Distance tracking

What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.

When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Battery

4.5

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Battery life

What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.

When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=7 days

Battery life in training mode

What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.

When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=36.8 h

Battery life with GPS on

What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.

When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=35 h

Battery power

What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).

When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=397 mAh

Charge time

What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.

When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <=102 min

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Smart features

8.9

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Operating system

What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.

When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

Importance: HIGH

Software update frequency

What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.

When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Third-party app support

What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.

When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

Importance: MEDIUM

Notifications

What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.

When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Voice assistant support

What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.

When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Connectivity

7.6

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Cellular module

What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.

When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

Importance: HIGH

SIM cards

What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.

When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

Importance: LOW

Good value: eSIM support

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GPS

What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.

When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

Importance: HIGH

Galileo support

What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.

When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Compass

What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.

When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Display & Design

9.0

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Screen size

What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.

When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1.5 inch

Display type

What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.

When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

Importance: HIGH

Resolution

What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.

When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=416 x 416

Pixel density

What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.

When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=326 ppi

Display brightness

What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.

When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1000 nits

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Hardware

6.1

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CPU speed

What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.

When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: Modern standard

Processor model

What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.

When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

Importance: LOW

Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

RAM

What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.

When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=1 GB

Internal storage

What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.

When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=8 GB

External memory slot

What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.

When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

Importance: LOW

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm vs the average smartwatch

Why is Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm better than the average smartwatch?

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Has cellular module
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
Has ECG
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
Includes fall detection
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 22.4% of smartwatches support fall detection.
What it is: Automatic detection of hard falls that can trigger checks or emergency actions.
When it matters: When you want extra help in an emergency.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 22.4% of smartwatches support fall detection.
Includes wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
What it is: Support for recharging the watch through a charging pad, puck, or other cable-free method.
When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
Has blood pressure monitoring
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.7% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
What it is: Blood pressure measurement or estimation features available through the watch ecosystem.
When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.7% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
Stronger display glass
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
What it is: The glass material or protective cover used over the display.
When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: Sapphire or Gorilla Glass
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ vs mineral glass
Has NFC
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
What it is: Near-field communication hardware used for payments, pairing, or quick tap-based actions.
When it matters: When you want to pay quickly or pair devices with a tap.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
Has HRV tracking
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
HRV tracking may depend on companion or third-party apps.
What it is: Measurement of heart-rate variability, the change in timing between heartbeats.
When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
Has ECG
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
Has blood pressure monitoring
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.7% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
Has HRV tracking
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
Supports VO2 max
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
Has irregular heart alerts
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
Supports calorie tracking
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
Has weight tracking
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
Supports water intake tracking
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 48.2% of smartwatches track water intake.
Has multi-sport mode
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm includes a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does not. 49.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
Has barometer
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Has external HR monitor
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 41.3% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
Includes wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.9% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
40 mAh larger battery capacity
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (340 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
Has cellular module
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
Has NFC
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 42.5% of smartwatches support NFC.
Supports Wi-Fi
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
Supports Galileo
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Stronger display glass
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
Has rugged design
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 34.5% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
Better band material
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
38 ppi higher pixel density
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (364 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
Better case material
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
2 mm narrower band
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22 mm wide.
Includes fall detection
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 22.4% of smartwatches support fall detection.
Supports Emergency SOS
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.4% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
Supports third-party apps
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
More advanced operating system
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Tizen vs Proprietary OS).
Faster CPU speed
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses a CPU configuration of 2x1.15 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.

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Why is Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm worse than the average smartwatch?

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No blood oxygen
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
No routes
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
41 fewer exercise profiles
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (39 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
4.75 day/s shorter battery life
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm offers 2.3 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
5 h shorter GPS battery life
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (15 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
5 h shorter training battery life
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (15 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
15 (according to tom's guide, gps mode.
No smart alarm
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
2 year/s older release date
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm is an older model than the average smartwatch (2019 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
September 2019
Less advanced processor model
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses the Exynos 9110 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Snapdragon 400.
No blood oxygen
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
No smart alarm
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
What it is: A smart alarm tries to wake you during a lighter sleep phase within a chosen time window instead of at one fixed minute.
When it matters: It matters if you wear your smartwatch overnight and want a gentler wake-up based on your sleep pattern rather than a standard fixed alarm.
Importance: LOW
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support this feature.
4.75 day/s shorter battery life
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm offers 2.3 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=7 days
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm offers 2.3 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.2.25 day/s vs 7 day/s
No routes
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.
What it is: Support for following saved routes, courses, or turn guidance during activities.
When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.
Importance: LOW
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 50.4% of smartwatches support route support.No vs yes
5 h shorter GPS battery life
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (15 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=35 h
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (15 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.15 h vs 20 h
5 h shorter training battery life
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (15 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
15 (according to tom's guide, gps mode.
What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=36.8 h
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (15 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.15 h vs 20 h
2 year/s older release date
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm is an older model than the average smartwatch (2019 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
September 2019
What it is: The period when the watch first reached the market.
When it matters: When you want a newer watch with longer support.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: 2023 or newer
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm is an older model than the average smartwatch (2019 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.2019 vs 2021
41 fewer exercise profiles
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (39 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
What it is: The number of workout types or exercise profiles the watch can recognize or track.
When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=100
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (39 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.39 vs 80

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What customers like about Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm?

Premium and sleek stainless steel design that is both stylish and durable.
Intuitive digital rotating touch bezel that provides satisfying haptic feedback for navigation.
Vibrant and bright 1.4-inch Super AMOLED display with excellent outdoor visibility.
Comprehensive health and fitness tracking, including sleep monitoring, heart rate, and automatic workout detection.
LTE connectivity allows for standalone calls, messaging, and music streaming without a phone nearby.
Lightweight and comfortable fit suitable for both intense workouts and daily wear.

What customers dislike about Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm?

Limited third-party app support on the Tizen operating system compared to Wear OS or watchOS.
Battery life can drop significantly to a single day when using LTE, GPS, or Always-On Display.
Samsung Pay support can be inconsistent depending on the region and specific bank compatibility.
Bixby voice assistant is often described as slow or less capable than competitors like Google Assistant.
Limited functionality and restricted features when paired with an iPhone compared to Android devices.
Advanced health features like ECG and blood pressure monitoring faced long regional regulatory delays for activation.

Expert reviews

nextpit.com

31/10/2019

Summary of the review

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 review: the best Android smartwatch

The NextPit review labels the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 as a top-tier Android smartwatch, highlighting its elegant, lightweight design, stunning Super AMOLED display, and a new, functional digital rotating bezel. Performance is a major pro, with the Exynos 9110 chip and mature Tizen OS delivering a smooth, lag-free user experience. Additionally, the device offers improved fitness tracking sensors and a respectable two-day battery life. Conversely, the review notes several limitations, including a sparse third-party app ecosystem compared to competitors and the underwhelming, often slow, performance of the Bixby voice assistant. Further drawbacks mentioned include the necessity of installing multiple apps on non-Samsung phones and the lack of active ECG functionality at launch. The analysis concludes that while excellent, users not needing the digital bezel might find better value in the original, cheaper model.

techradar.com

17/02/2021

Summary of the review

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 review

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a refined, lightweight smartwatch featuring a 1.2-inch or 1.4-inch Super AMOLED display and a functional digital haptic rotating bezel for navigation. It offers robust, fluid performance via the Exynos 9110 chipset and delivers roughly two days of battery life, making it a top contender for Android users. While it boasts premium build quality and strong fitness tracking, the device is constrained by a limited Tizen app ecosystem and higher pricing than its predecessor. Key advantages include the intuitive digital bezel, excellent display, and solid, all-day battery performance. Conversely, the watch suffers from limited third-party app support and restricted functionality when paired with iOS devices. Despite these drawbacks, it remains a stylish and capable, though pricier, option in the wearables market.

cnet.com

18/11/2020

Summary of the review

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 review: A sleek smartwatch with some health caveats

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 earned an Editors' Choice award for its refined design, featuring a digital touch bezel for intuitive navigation and two size options (40mm and 44mm). Key pros include excellent comfort for 24/7 wear, built-in GPS, and a real-time running coach, though it is held back by limited functionality (no ECG or notification replies) when paired with iOS. While the 40mm model offers 1.5 to 2 days of battery life, it drains quickly during GPS workouts, with the device offering convenient Wireless PowerShare from compatible Samsung phones.

au.pcmag.com

27/09/2019

Summary of the review

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 - Review 2019 - PCMag Australia

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2, reviewed by PCMag, is an incremental update featuring LTE connectivity, a digital rotating bezel, and 40mm/44mm size options. While praised for its vibrant Super AMOLED display and 39 workout modes, the device is criticized for inconsistent battery life on the 40mm model and variable fitness tracking accuracy compared to competitors. Due to limited iOS compatibility and the need for a cellular upgrade, the review suggests that for many, the original Active model or a Fitbit Versa 2 offers better value.

theguardian.com

13/05/2020

Summary of the review

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 review: the best smartwatch for Android

The Guardian describes the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 as a top-tier Android smartwatch, featuring a sleek, lightweight design with a bright OLED screen and an innovative, responsive touch-sensitive bezel. Performance is touted as fast and smooth, powered by Tizen OS, while the device provides robust health tracking, including heart rate, sleep monitoring, and stress analysis, alongside a two-day battery life. Despite these advantages, the watch suffers from a less-than-capable Bixby assistant and limited contactless payment options through Samsung Pay, along with restricted functionality for iPhone users.

wareable.com

10/03/2021

Summary of the review

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 review: Our updated 2021 test

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a stylish, lightweight smartwatch featuring a 1.2 or 1.4-inch AMOLED display and an innovative digital rotating bezel, making it a top choice for Android users. While its design is lauded, a major drawback is that the digital bezel and always-on display are disabled by default, necessitating manual activation. Fitness tracking is robust with 39 workout types and added ECG/blood pressure monitoring, though the software lags behind competitors in actionable insights. Running on Tizen OS, it offers strong notification management, but suffers from a limited app ecosystem and roughly two-day battery life.

china-gadgets.de

15/09/2020

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2: 44 mm Stainless Steel Review

The China-Gadgets review highlights the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 as a lightweight, stylish wearable featuring a responsive, haptic digital bezel for Tizen OS navigation. Key advantages include the bright AMOLED display (40mm/44mm), comprehensive 5ATM water-resistant fitness tracking, and a reliable 2-3 day battery life. However, the analysis notes "half-baked" ECG/blood pressure features at launch, limited third-party apps, poor Bixby performance, and significant functionality restrictions for iPhone users.

seppelpower.de

19/01/2020

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Review and Test

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a lightweight, modern smartwatch featuring a 40mm or 44mm AMOLED screen and a user-friendly digital rotating bezel for navigation. It offers robust health tracking, including automatic workout detection, sleep monitoring, and stress analysis, along with built-in calling capabilities. While praised for its performance, the device faces criticism for its limited app ecosystem, inconsistent heart rate accuracy during high-intensity workouts, and a sluggish Bixby voice assistant. For more details, visit SeppelPower.

computerbild.de

21/06/2021

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Review

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a refined, high-performance smartwatch featuring a sleek, lightweight design available in 40mm and 44mm sizes. It features an innovative digital touch bezel for intuitive navigation and a vibrant Super AMOLED display with excellent brightness. Performance is driven by the Exynos 9110 chipset, providing a snappy, lag-free experience on Tizen OS with comprehensive tracking for 39+ activities. Key pros include the comfortable slim profile, the intuitive digital bezel, and a two-day battery life alongside high-quality health features like improved sleep tracking and a running coach. Additionally, the watch supports direct, high-quality voice calling via a built-in speaker and microphone. However, the device faces cons such as limited third-party app support and a less reliable Bixby voice assistant compared to competitors. Furthermore, the heart rate sensor can be inconsistent during high-intensity workouts, and functionality is heavily restricted for iOS users. For more details, visit Trusted Reviews.

curved.de

23/01/2023

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Review: The Ideal Smartwatch for Android Users

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 is a highly polished, lightweight smartwatch that excels as a daily companion for Android users, featuring a vibrant AMOLED screen and an intuitive digital rotating bezel. While offering slick performance, the device faces, however, a limited third-party app ecosystem, inconsistent GPS accuracy, and a lack of support for certain advanced health features on iOS. Despite these limitations, the watch provides reliable, automatic fitness tracking and an excellent display, though battery life requires charging within one to two days depending on usage. For a more detailed review of the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2, visit TrustedReviews.

lesnumeriques.com

27/11/2019

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 44mm Review - Les Numériques

The Les Numériques review rates the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 (44 mm) highly for its refined, lightweight design and bright 1.4-inch Super AMOLED screen. A key innovation is the digital rotating bezel, which offers intuitive, haptic-enabled navigation through the Tizen OS. While it boasts a responsive interface, extensive health tracking, and roughly two days of battery life, the device is held back by a limited third-party app ecosystem, an underwhelming Bixby assistant, and restricted functionality on iOS. For more details, visit Les Numériques.

frandroid.com

24/06/2025

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 review: Our full verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a lightweight, stylish smartwatch featuring a vibrant Super AMOLED screen and a functional digital rotating bezel for Tizen OS navigation. It excels in design and fitness tracking, offering comprehensive, automated metrics for various sports, though some users may find the GPS and heart rate sensor slightly inconsistent during high-intensity workouts. While boasting a two-day battery life, the device is limited by a sparse third-party app ecosystem and works best within the Samsung Galaxy ecosystem rather than with iOS. Pros include the aesthetic design, bright display, and intuitive interface, while cons focus on app limitations and, in some cases, less-than-perfect tracking accuracy.

lesnumeriques.com

09/01/2020

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 4G 44mm Smartwatch Review

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 (44mm) is a highly polished, lightweight smartwatch featuring a 1.4-inch Super AMOLED display and a user-friendly, haptic digital rotating bezel. Performance is driven by the responsive Tizen OS, while the 44mm variant offers roughly three days of battery life and improved, fast, and comfortable usability for fitness tracking. While praised for its premium design and comprehensive, accurate workout tracking via 8-photodiode sensors, the device faces limitations with a lackluster Bixby voice assistant, a sparse third-party app ecosystem, and an unintuitive Samsung Health app interface.

cnetfrance.fr

17/10/2019

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Review - CNET

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2, lauded as a polished, versatile smartwatch, features a sleek, lightweight design with a vibrant AMOLED display and a functional digital touch bezel. Key pros include comprehensive health tracking—specifically GPS, heart rate, and running analysis—coupled with 5ATM water resistance. However, significant cons involve restricted ECG and blood pressure monitoring, which often require a Samsung phone, limiting functionality for other Android or iOS users. While the device offers up to two days of battery life, performance suffers with the always-on display, and the Bixby voice assistant is noted as less capable than competitors.

chollodeportes.com

30/06/2021

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2: Review and Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a refined, lightweight smartwatch featuring a 40mm or 44mm design with a functional digital rotating bezel and a vibrant Super AMOLED display. It offers extensive fitness tracking with 39 modes, including automatic tracking, improved heart rate sensors, and ECG capability, alongside comprehensive sleep and stress monitoring. While featuring a speaker/microphone for calls, Spotify Offline, and optional LTE, the device has a limited two-day battery life and a smaller app ecosystem compared to competitors.

alexismartinovic.com

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Review: A Great All-Rounder

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a versatile "all-terrain" smartwatch featuring a lightweight, comfortable design with an intuitive digital rotating bezel for navigation. Key strengths include a vibrant Super AMOLED display, automatic workout detection, and advanced health tracking features like ECG and blood pressure monitoring, although it suffers from a limited third-party app ecosystem compared to competitors. While offering a decent two-day battery life and robust durability (IP68/MIL-STD-810G), the device is best suited for users within the Samsung ecosystem looking for a balance of aesthetics and functionality.

diariodesevilla.es

19/11/2019

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Review: We tested the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 features a refined design with a digital rotating bezel for seamless navigation, available in 40mm and 44mm sizes with aluminum or stainless steel finishes. It boasts an improved heart rate sensor and robust health tracking, including automatic exercise detection and potential ECG capabilities. While offering a vibrant Super AMOLED display and extensive fitness insights, the watch's battery lasts only about two days with moderate use, lagging behind some competitors. The app ecosystem is functional but less extensive than rivals, and while compatible with iOS, it provides the best experience when paired with a Samsung device. Overall, the Galaxy Watch Active2 is framed as a top-tier, versatile smartwatch that successfully balances aesthetic appeal with advanced health features.

computerhoy.20minutos.es

28/10/2019

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Review and Opinion

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a refined smartwatch balancing aesthetics with sports tracking, featuring a slim design, a bright Super AMOLED screen, and a touch-sensitive digital bezel for navigation. Key strengths include advanced fitness tracking with upgraded heart rate sensors, automatic activity detection, IP68/5ATM water resistance, and the ability to take calls and play music via Spotify. However, the review highlights a limited third-party app ecosystem, a two-day battery life that drops with heavy use, and inconsistent Bixby performance as notable drawbacks.

elespanol.com

24/11/2019

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Review: Less Smartwatch, Better Sports Watch

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is presented as a significant upgrade, featuring a versatile design in 40mm or 44mm sizes and a digital touch bezel with haptic feedback. Performance is driven by Tizen OS and comprehensive Samsung Health tracking, alongside added functionality from a built-in microphone and speaker, including Spanish Bixby support. While praised for its elegant, lightweight design, the review notes the app ecosystem remains limited and the heart rate sensor lacks high-intensity accuracy. Battery life lasts roughly two days, with the convenience of Wireless PowerShare for charging on compatible phones.

dday.it

22/11/2019

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Samsung Watch Active 2 Review: Perfect for Android, but also keeps iOS in mind

The DDay.it review highlights the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 as a polished wearable featuring a versatile design and an intuitive virtual rotating bezel for navigation. Key pros include a bright Super AMOLED screen, accurate automatic workout detection, and a two-day battery life, along with advanced health sensors for heart rate and future ECG monitoring. However, the analysis notes that the Bixby voice assistant is limited, the third-party app ecosystem is sparse, and iOS functionality is severely restricted compared to Android.

global.techradar.com

17/12/2019

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 review - TechRadar

The TechRadar review of the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 highlights a refined, minimalist wearable featuring an innovative digital rotating bezel for improved navigation and a vibrant AMOLED display. Performance is driven by the fast and stable Tizen OS, while health features are enhanced by upgraded sensors and robust water resistance. Key cons include a higher launch price for minor hardware changes, limited third-party apps, and initially inactive ECG functionality. Battery life spans approximately two days, which is competitive against Apple but less than the original Galaxy Watch. While offering LTE capabilities for standalone connectivity, the watch is best suited for Android users due to limited functionality on iOS.

smartworld.it

22/10/2019

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Review (Photos and Video) | 27 December 2019 | Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 | Trovaprezzi.it Magazine

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2, reviewed by Smartworld.it, features a lightweight, circular design with a 5ATM water-resistant rating and a new, functional digital rotating bezel. Key pros highlighted include the addition of a speaker and microphone for calls, a bright Super AMOLED screen, and a responsive Tizen OS interface, with battery life lasting roughly three days on the 44mm model. Cons noted by the reviewer include sparse packaging, limited Tizen app variety, and initially non-functional health features, alongside a high launch price.

andreagaleazzi.com

19/10/2019

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Review

In his review of the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2, Andrea Galeazzi highlights the device's sleek design, praising the functional virtual rotating bezel and the excellent Super AMOLED display with great visibility. The watch excels in fitness tracking, offering automatic activity recognition, accurate GPS, and step counting, while incorporating a speaker for calls. However, limitations include slow voice-to-text processing and an inability to view images or listen to voice messages in notifications. Battery life extends up to two days with the Always-on Display enabled, or up to a week with it disabled, with a recommendation for the 44mm model for its balanced size. Although integrated well into the Samsung ecosystem, the review notes that certain health monitoring features like ECG were not initially active, and the app ecosystem is less robust than competitors.

kieskeurig.nl

04/09/2020

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 - Stainless Steel Black reviews

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 is regarded as a lightweight, comfortable wearable featuring a bright Super AMOLED display and an intuitive digital rotating bezel for navigation. It offers robust fitness tracking, including automatic workout detection and heart rate monitoring, while providing a fast, responsive interface, especially within the Android ecosystem. However, limitations include restricted functionality when paired with iPhones and a limited selection of third-party apps compared to competitors. For a detailed overview of user experiences, visit Kieskeurig.

hrdlpn.nl

22/01/2026

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Review

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a stylish, lightweight smartwatch that balances daily functionality with robust sports and health tracking, featuring a vibrant Super AMOLED display and a unique digital, touch-sensitive bezel for navigation. Key strengths include improved GPS accuracy, automatic activity detection, and specialized, reliable swim tracking. However, the review notes that some advanced features, such as ECG, require a Samsung phone, and the intuitive digital bezel must be manually activated in settings. For more details, visit HRDLPN.nl. HRDLPN.nl

global.techradar.com

06/08/2019

Summary of the review

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 Review

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a refined, lightweight wearable featuring a digital, haptic-feedback rotating bezel and available in 40mm or 44mm sizes. It offers robust smartwatch functionality, including LTE connectivity options and a vibrant AMOLED display, making it a strong competitor in the wearable market. Key pros include its attractive design suitable for various settings, reliable two-day battery life, and advanced health tracking features like ECG and blood pressure monitoring. Conversely, the device faces cons such as a higher price point than its predecessor and a Tizen OS that lacks extensive third-party app support. Furthermore, the Bixby voice assistant is underpowered, and functionality is notably restricted when paired with an iPhone rather than an Android device. Overall, it remains a top-tier choice for Android users, balancing style with functionality.

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