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

Avg. price:~£160Screen size:1.40 inchBattery life:2.25 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm 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.

8.0

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Technical score

30%

8.5

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.5 · 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. 8 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 84% of smartwatches
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

24%

7.6

Health

21%

9.7

Fitness

16%

4.7

Battery

14%

8.8

Smart features

12%

7.6

Connectivity

9%

8.8

Display & Design

4%

6.0

Hardware

â–²Better than 81% of smartwatches
8.5

Review score

Review score
8.5/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 5 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 4
✓ explicit
2

8.2%

8.3

cnet.com

8.2%

8.0

techradar.com

≈ estimated
2

6.6%

9.0

wareable.com

6.6%

9.0

theguardian.com

Video reviews 2

1.6%

9.0

T is for Tech

1.6%

8.0

BriansThing

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 88% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 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 81% of models
Score components:

24%

7.6

Health

21%

9.7

Fitness

16%

4.7

Battery

14%

8.8

Smart features

12%

7.6

Connectivity

9%

8.8

Display & Design

4%

6.0

Hardware

7.8
Review score
Review score
8.5/ 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 88% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 5 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 4
✓ explicit
2

8.2%

8.3

cnet.com

8.2%

8.0

techradar.com

≈ estimated
2

6.6%

9.0

wareable.com

6.6%

9.0

theguardian.com

Video reviews 2

1.6%

9.0

T is for Tech

1.6%

8.0

BriansThing

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
8.9/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a popularity of 8.9 points, which is higher than 83.8% of smartwatches.
8.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.5/ 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
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components:

60%

8.0

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

8.5
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
yes
ECG
yes
â–² Better than 84% of models
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% 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
?
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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
2.25 days
Battery life
2.25 days
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 2.25 days which is shorter than that of 79.7% of smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
15 h
Battery life in training mode
15 h
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 15 h in training mode which is shorter than 55% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.7% of smartwatches.
15 (according to tom's guide, gps mode.
Battery life with GPS on
15 h
Battery life with GPS on
15 h
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch 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
340 mAh
Battery power
340 mAh
â–² Better than 62% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 340 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 61.8% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1.5% of smartwatches.
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
?
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
1
SIM cards
1
â–² Better than 2% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
eSIM
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% 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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Screen size
1.4 inch
Screen size
1.4 inch
â–² Better than 49% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.4 inch which is larger than the screens of 48.8% of smartwatches and equal to those of 6.7% of smartwatches.
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
364 ppi
Pixel density
364 ppi
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 364 ppi which is higher than that of 63.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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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.
Processor model
Exynos 9110
Processor model
Exynos 9110
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
This smartwatch uses the Exynos 9110 processor model.
RAM
1 GB
RAM
1 GB
â–² Better than 31% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 31.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 45.8% 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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What reviewers say

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

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • 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.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • 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.
  • 12.9% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.49 vs 7.5).
    8.49 vs 7.52
  • 44.9% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 LTE Stainless Steel 44mm has a higher popularity than the average smartwatch (8.87 vs 6.1).
    8.87 vs 6.12
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Tracked through the companion app 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.
  • Perspiration monitoring
    Perspiration monitoring
    yes
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 14.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
  • 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.
  • 40 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    340 mAh days
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (340 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    340 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 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.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • 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
  • 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.
    Rugged design supported by MIL-STD/military-grade durability claim.
  • Better band material
    Band material
    leather
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch uses leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather vs silicone
  • 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
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • 0.7 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    10.90 mm
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.9 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    10.90 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • 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.
    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.
  • 4.75 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2.25 days
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 2.3 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    2.25 days vs 7 days
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 5 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    15 h
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch 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
  • 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.
  • 2 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2019
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2019 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2019
    2019 vs 2021
  • 4.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    15 h
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (15 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    15 (according to tom's guide, gps mode.
    15 h vs 19.25 h
  • 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
  • 4.75 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2.25 days
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 2.3 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    2.25 days vs 7 days
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 5 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    15 h
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch 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
  • 4.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    15 h
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (15 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    15 (according to tom's guide, gps mode.
    15 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.
  • 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.
  • 2 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2019
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch is an older model than the average smartwatch (2019 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2019
    2019 vs 2021

Video reviews

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

9.0
T is for Tech
≈ estimated
17/03/2020
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 feels premium and responsive, like an Apple Watch; a fuller test is promised later.
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What reviewers agree on

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Reviewers like the interface, premium build and comfortable fit, but ECG and music disappoint, and battery life splits opinion.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
10/03/2021
Updated review · Fitness tracking
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a comfortable Android smartwatch that has gained ECG and blood pressure since launch, though its Samsung Health app and battery life lag behind rivals.
9.0
theguardian.com
≈ estimated
13/05/2020
Full review · Android smartwatch
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a slim watch with fast performance and two days of battery life, best for Android users who can live with a weak voice assistant.
au.pcmag.com
27/09/2019
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8.3
cnet.com
✓ explicit
18/11/2020
Hands-on review · Workouts and sleep
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a comfortable watch that suits Galaxy phone owners, though the 40mm battery drains fast in workouts.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
17/02/2021
Full review · Interface and apps
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a light, minimalist watch with a precise digital dial, but iPhone owners get limited features and few third-party apps.
7.8
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
21/06/2021
Hands-on test · Health and fitness
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a sporty, easy-to-use watch with a touch bezel, automatic workout tracking and ECG, though iPhone users lose key features.
9.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
24/06/2025
Month-long test · Design and comfort
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is an elegant, comfortable watch with a touch bezel and good battery life, though it changes little from the first Active.
6.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
27/11/2019
Hands-on test · Battery and fitness
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 44mm is a smooth, well-made watch, but its three-day battery and heart-rate tracking trail the Huawei Watch GT 2.
diariodesevilla.es
19/11/2019
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8.0
chollodeportes.com
≈ estimated
30/06/2021
Comparison review · Fitness and health
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is an elegant, comfortable watch that lasts about two days of heavy use, better suited to everyday wear than strict sport.
elespanol.com
24/11/2019
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computerhoy.20minutos.es
28/10/2019
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global.techradar.com
06/08/2019
Not graded yet
9.0
hrdlpn.nl
≈ estimated
22/01/2026
Hands-on test · Sport and swimming
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a stylish sports watch for swimming and automatic activity detection, though its GPS is not fully accurate.

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What we 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 we don't like 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.

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.

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