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

Avg. price:~£370Screen size:1.40 inchBattery life:2 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 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.

7.8

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Technical score

30%

8.4

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.4 · 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. 16 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 81% of smartwatches
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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 76% of models
Score components

24%

7.1

Health

21%

9.0

Fitness

16%

5.4

Battery

14%

8.4

Smart features

12%

6.5

Connectivity

9%

8.9

Display & Design

4%

6.6

Hardware

â–²Better than 76% of smartwatches
8.4

Review score

Review score
8.4/ 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: 6 with a printed score, 4 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
3

8.8%

10

t3.com

8.8%

8.0

techradar.com

7%

9.0

androidcentral.com

≈ estimated
1

7%

9.0

wareable.com

Video reviews 3

3.5%

8.0

Chill Dad Reviews

1.8%

9.0

DomTalksTech

1.8%

8.0

alexlovesmac

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 Stainless Steel 44mm

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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 76% of models
Score components:

24%

7.1

Health

21%

9.0

Fitness

16%

5.4

Battery

14%

8.4

Smart features

12%

6.5

Connectivity

9%

8.9

Display & Design

4%

6.6

Hardware

7.5
Review score
Review score
8.4/ 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: 6 with a printed score, 4 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
3

8.8%

10

t3.com

8.8%

8.0

techradar.com

7%

9.0

androidcentral.com

≈ estimated
1

7%

9.0

wareable.com

Video reviews 3

3.5%

8.0

Chill Dad Reviews

1.8%

9.0

DomTalksTech

1.8%

8.0

alexlovesmac

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Stainless Steel 44mm has a popularity of 6.4 points, which is higher than 52.1% of smartwatches.
6.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

8.6

Price

8.0
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
no
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 48.2% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
2 days
Battery life
2 days
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 2 days which is shorter than that of 79.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.6% of smartwatches.
2 (less with heavy use/always-on.
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.
Battery life with GPS on
27.5 h
Battery life with GPS on
27.5 h
â–² Better than 69% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 27.5 h with GPS on which is longer than 68.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.6% 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
ended
Software update frequency
ended
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 42.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
Cellular module
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 18% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
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
1 GHz
CPU speed
1 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 40% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1 GHz which is faster than that in 29.2% of smartwatches and equal to that in 31.2% 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
?
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.
About 1.15 GB usable after system files.
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 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.
    Availability may vary by model or region.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass DX+
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ vs mineral glass
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • 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.
    Availability may vary by model or region.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 7.5 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    27.5 h
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (27.5 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    27.5 h vs 20 h
  • 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.
    2 (less with heavy use/always-on.
    340 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 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, stainless steel
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartwatch uses leather, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    leather, stainless steel 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
  • 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.
  • 5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2 days
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 2 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    2 (less with heavy use/always-on.
    2 days vs 7 days
  • 2.85x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Stainless Steel 44mm is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£370 vs £130).
    £370 vs £130
  • 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 h vs 19.25 h
  • 41 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    39
    Category Benchmark
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (39 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    39 vs 80
  • 2.85x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Stainless Steel 44mm is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£370 vs £130).
    £370 vs £130
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • 41 fewer exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    39
    Category Benchmark
    This smartwatch supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (39 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    39 vs 80
  • 5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2 days
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 2 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    2 (less with heavy use/always-on.
    2 days vs 7 days
  • 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 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

7.0
COMPUTER BILD
≈ estimated
23/10/2019
Short test · feature overview
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Stainless Steel 44mm changes little from its cheaper predecessor and is worth the upgrade, though several new features are still pending.
8.0
SwagTab
≈ estimated
09/08/2019
First impressions · design, size and pricing
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Stainless Steel 44mm has a standout design, though the price is steep and the ECG feature comes later.
Not graded
Not graded yet
Not graded yet
Not graded yet

What reviewers agree on

Based on 10 · 12

Solid workout tracking and smart features impress, but the app selection disappoints and the touch bezel and battery split opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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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 · Sports tracking
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 is one of the best Android smartwatches, with a rotating bezel, ECG and blood pressure, but its Samsung Health app and battery lag behind rivals.
theguardian.com
13/05/2020
Not graded yet
neowin.net
22/03/2020
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reviewed.com
18/06/2020
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reviews.org
22/01/2020
Not graded yet
9.0
androidcentral.com
✓ explicit
15/12/2021
Updated review · Running and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 is a sleek watch with a touch bezel and a two-day battery, best for everyday use, while weak app support limits serious runners.
techgearlab.com
08/11/2019
Not graded yet
gadgetguy.com.au
07/08/2019
Not graded yet
10
t3.com
✓ explicit
27/04/2022
Hands-on review · Fitness features
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 is a slim, fitness-focused alternative to the Apple Watch for Android users, though third-party app support is thin.
cnet.com
18/11/2020
Not graded yet
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
17/02/2021
Hands-on review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 suits Android users who want a slim, sporty watch with a digital dial, though third-party apps are limited.
7.8
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
21/06/2021
Hands-on test · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 suits fitness fans who don't mind charging every night, since its battery lasts just over a day.
chip.de
03/04/2020
Not graded yet
computerbase.de
05/11/2019
Not graded yet
6.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
19/11/2027
Lab test · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 44mm suits buyers who want a smooth, well-finished watch, though its three-day battery trails the Huawei Watch GT 2.
9.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
25/06/2024
Hands-on test · Touch-bezel smartwatch
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 is a handsome, comfortable watch whose touch edge replaces the bezel, though scrolling can be too fast for long lists.
9.0
mrmontre.com
≈ estimated
21/01/2006
Month-long test · Sports smartwatch
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 is discreet and logs walks, runs and cycling automatically, but its battery lasts about a day.
global.techradar.com
20/01/2020
Not graded yet
diariodesevilla.es
19 de noviembre de 2019
Not graded yet
8.0
chollodeportes.com
≈ estimated
30/06/2021
Review and comparison · Sports smartwatch
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 is a stylish all-round watch for running and daily wear, with about two days of battery even with GPS sessions.
9.0
hrdlpn.nl
≈ estimated
22/01/2026
Hands-on test · Sports smartwatch
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 is a sports-focused watch with a touch edge that's easy to use, though it doesn't work with Runkeeper.
tweakers.net
04/09/2020
Not graded yet

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What we like about Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Stainless Steel 44mm

  • Premium and stylish stainless steel design that works for both fitness and formal wear
  • Large 1.4-inch Super AMOLED display is bright, crisp, and easily readable outdoors
  • Innovative digital touch bezel provides intuitive navigation without a bulky physical ring
  • Comprehensive health tracking suite including heart rate, sleep, stress, and ECG
  • Solid two-day battery life for typical use, outperforming many competitors like the Apple Watch
  • Fast and lag-free performance powered by Samsung's Tizen OS

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Stainless Steel 44mm

  • Limited third-party app support compared to Apple's watchOS or Google's Wear OS
  • Bixby voice assistant is often described as slow, unreliable, and less capable than Google Assistant
  • Samsung Pay support is limited, with some users reporting difficulty adding specific credit or debit cards
  • Reduced functionality and a more 'clunky' experience when paired with an iPhone compared to Android
  • Health sensors like GPS and heart rate can occasionally show inconsistencies during high-intensity workouts
  • The 44mm size may feel slightly bulky for sleeping or for those with smaller wrists

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Stainless Steel 44mm is a premium smartwatch featuring a 1.4-inch Super AMOLED display (360x360 resolution) protected by Gorilla Glass DX+ and a unique touch-sensitive digital rotating bezel for navigation. Driven by the Exynos 9110 dual-core processor with up to 1.5GB of RAM in LTE models, it offers a robust health suite including an ECG sensor, a heart rate monitor with eight photodiodes, and 5ATM water resistance. Main pros include its sleek, lightweight stainless steel design, vibrant always-on display, and extensive fitness tracking capabilities with automated workout detection. However, common cons include inconsistent battery life that rarely exceeds two days with heavy use, a limited selection of third-party apps on the Tizen OS, and reduced functionality when paired with iOS devices.

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