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  • Avg. price: ~£160
  • Screen size: 1.40 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.

7.8

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

7.8

Technical Score

10.0%

7.1

User score

Very good
7.8

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

24.0%

8.1

Health

21.0%

9.4

Fitness

16.0%

4.5

Battery

14.0%

8.9

Smart features

12.0%

7.6

Connectivity

9.0%

9.0

Display & Design

4.0%

6.2

Hardware

Very good
7.1

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

7.6

User reviews

30.0%

5.9

Popularity

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

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    24.0%

    8.1

    Health

    21.0%

    9.4

    Fitness

    16.0%

    4.5

    Battery

    14.0%

    8.9

    Smart features

    12.0%

    7.6

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    9.0

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    6.2

    Hardware

    7.8
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a technical score of 7.84 points, which is higher than 83.1% of smartwatches.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    7.6

    User reviews

    30.0%

    5.9

    Popularity

    User score:
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    3.7
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    4.0
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    5.0
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    7.1
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a user score of 7.09 points, which is lower than 82.4% of smartwatches.
    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.
    5.9
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a popularity of 5.9 points, which is higher than 63.7% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    7.8

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.7

    Price

    8.3
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.3 points, which is higher than 84.4% of smartphones.
    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

    Samsung
    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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm includes a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    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

    no
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
    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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports irregular heart rate warnings. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm includes a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm includes a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    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

    no
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not include a cadence sensor. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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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

    2.25 day/s
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm offers a battery life of 2.25 day/s which is shorter than that of 79.7% of smartwatches of smartwatches.
    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

    15 h
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm lasts 15 h in training mode which is shorter than 55.7% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.6% of smartwatches.
    15 (according to tom's guide, gps mode.
    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

    15 h
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm lasts 15 h with GPS on which is shorter than 61.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.5% of smartwatches.
    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

    340 mAh
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a battery capacity of 340 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 61.9% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1.5% of smartwatches.
    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

    120 min
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm charges in 120 min which is faster than 12.9% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 43.4% of smartwatches.
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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

    Tizen
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm runs Tizen which is more advanced than the operating system in 55.1% of smartwatches and the same as that in 2.3% of smartwatches.
    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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm includes a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    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

    1
    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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    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

    yes
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm supports Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    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

    no
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not include a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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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

    1.40 inch
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a screen size of 1.40 inch which is larger than the screens of 49.2% of smartwatches and equal to those of 6.8% of smartwatches.
    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

    AMOLED
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 48.8% of smartwatches and the same as that of 51.3% of smartwatches.
    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

    360 x 360
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a display resolution of 360 x 360 which is higher than that of 50.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6.7% of smartwatches.
    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

    364 ppi
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a pixel density of 364 ppi which is higher than that of 63.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
    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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    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

    2 x 1.15 GHz
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses a CPU configuration of 2 x 1.15 GHz which is faster than that in 69.6% of smartwatches and equal to that in 2% of smartwatches.
    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

    Exynos 9,110
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses the Exynos 9110 processor model.
    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

    1 GB
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has 1 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 32.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 34.6% of smartwatches.
    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

    4 GB
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses 4 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 40.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.9% of smartwatches.
    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

    no
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm vs the average smartwatch

    • 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 22.0 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 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 2x 1.15 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.

    Total
    Overall
    Health
    Fitness
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Display & Design
    Smart features
    Hardware
    • 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 (2,019 vs 2,021). The average smartwatch was released in 2,021.
      September 2,019
    • Less advanced processor model
      Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm uses the Exynos 9,110 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
    • 12.8% lower user score
      Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a lower user score than the average smartwatch (7.09 vs 8,000).
      What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch
      When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
      Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a lower user score than the average smartwatch (7.09 vs 8,000).7.09 vs 8
    • 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 (2,019 vs 2,021). The average smartwatch was released in 2,021.
      September 2,019
      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 (2,019 vs 2,021). The average smartwatch was released in 2,021.2019 vs 2021
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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.

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