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Samsung Galaxy Watch Fe Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130Screen size:1.20 inchBattery life:1 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Samsung Galaxy Watch Fe Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 21 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 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

Technical score

30%

7.1

Review score ( 9 · 12)

Review score 30% · 7.1 · based on 21 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. 10 more reviews are not scored yet.
â–²Better than 85% of smartwatches
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 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
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

24%

9.0

Health

21%

9.0

Fitness

16%

6.3

Battery

14%

8.9

Smart features

12%

8.9

Connectivity

9%

8.6

Display & Design

4%

7.0

Hardware

★Better than 94% of smartwatches
7.1

Review score

Review score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Grades by review (21)
9 reviews: 9 with a printed score, 0 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 6
✓ explicit
6

7.9%

8.0

pcmag.com

7.9%

5.0

theverge.com

6.3%

8.0

mtwatches.com

6.3%

7.6

cryovex.com

6.3%

7.0

androidpolice.com

6.3%

6.0

androidauthority.com

Video reviews 7

3.2%

9.0

The Product Lab

3.2%

9.0

Pratima Adhikari

3.2%

9.0

J. Williams

3.2%

8.0

The Product Reviewer

3.2%

4.0

Isa Marcial Global

1.6%

8.0

Simple Alpaca

1.6%

8.0

H2TechVideos

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 76% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Samsung Galaxy Watch Fe

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 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
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

24%

9.0

Health

21%

9.0

Fitness

16%

6.3

Battery

14%

8.9

Smart features

12%

8.9

Connectivity

9%

8.6

Display & Design

4%

7.0

Hardware

8.4
Review score
Review score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Grades by review (21)
9 reviews: 9 with a printed score, 0 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 6
✓ explicit
6

7.9%

8.0

pcmag.com

7.9%

5.0

theverge.com

6.3%

8.0

mtwatches.com

6.3%

7.6

cryovex.com

6.3%

7.0

androidpolice.com

6.3%

6.0

androidauthority.com

Video reviews 7

3.2%

9.0

The Product Lab

3.2%

9.0

Pratima Adhikari

3.2%

9.0

J. Williams

3.2%

8.0

The Product Reviewer

3.2%

4.0

Isa Marcial Global

1.6%

8.0

Simple Alpaca

1.6%

8.0

H2TechVideos

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.1
Popularity
Popularity
8.5/ 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 77% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Watch Fe has a popularity of 8.5 points, which is higher than 77.4% of smartwatches.
8.5
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

60%

8.0

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

8.6
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
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% 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
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% 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
no
Cadence sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% 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
1 day
Battery life
1 days
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 1 days which is shorter than that of 87.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.6% of smartwatches.
Up to 40 hours with aod.
Battery life in training mode
29 h
Battery life in training mode
29 h
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 29 h in training mode which is longer than 70.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.2% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
44 h
Battery life with GPS on
44 h
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 44 h with GPS on which is longer than 90.4% of smartwatches.
40 hours with the always-on.
Battery power
294 mAh
Battery power
294 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 294 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 56.4% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.2% of smartwatches.
Charge time
114 min
Charge time
114 min
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 114 min which is faster than 58.1% of smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 114 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Wear OS
Operating system
Wear OS
â–² Better than 79% of models
This smartwatch runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 79% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.6% of smartwatches.
OS detail: Wear OS (6).
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
â–² Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
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
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.2 inch
Screen size
1.2 inch
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.2 inch which is smaller than the screens of 85.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 8% 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
396x 396
Resolution
396x 396
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 396x396 which is higher than that of 69.1% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
467 ppi
Pixel density
467 ppi
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 467 ppi which is higher than that of 97.6% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
1,000 nits
Display brightness
1,000 nits
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 1,000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 59.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.5% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
2x 1.18 GHz
CPU speed
2x 1.18 GHz
â–² Better than 72% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 2x1.18 GHz which is faster than that in 72% of smartwatches and equal to that in 1.6% of smartwatches.
Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
Processor model
Exynos W920
Processor model
Exynos W920
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
This smartwatch uses the Exynos W920 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
16 GB
Internal storage
16 GB
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 16 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 79.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.7% 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 Fe 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.
  • 24 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    44 h
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (44 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    40 hours with the always-on.
    44 h vs 20 h
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (6).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • 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.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
    This readiness-style feature may be labeled as Energy Score.
  • 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.
  • 14.1% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Watch Fe has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.58 vs 7.5).
    8.58 vs 7.52
  • 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.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
    This readiness-style feature may be labeled as Energy Score.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 20 more exercise profiles
    Multi-sport mode
    100
    Category Benchmark
    This smartwatch supports more exercise modes than the average smartwatch (100 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
    Reported as at least 100 exercise modes.
    100 vs 80
  • 24 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    44 h
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (44 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    40 hours with the always-on.
    44 h vs 20 h
  • 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.
  • 9.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    29 h
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (29 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    29 h vs 19.25 h
  • 6 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    114 min
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (114 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 114 minutes.
    114 min vs 120 min
  • 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.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Google Maps app.
  • 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.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.3 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • 400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    1,000 nits
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • 141 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    467 ppi
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (467 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    467 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 18.4 g lighter weight
    Weight
    26.6 g
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (26.6 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    26.6 g vs 45.0 g
  • 1.8 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    9.80 mm
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (9.8 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    9.80 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 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
  • 4.6 mm shorter watch height
    Height
    40.4 mm
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is shorter than the average smartwatch (40.4 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    40.4 mm vs 45 mm
  • 10 °C higher max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    55.0 °C
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >60 °C
    This smartwatch handles a higher maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (55 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    55.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (6).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • 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 frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2024 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    June 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • 12 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • Faster CPU speed
    CPU speed
    2 x 1.18 GHz
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 2x1.18 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
    2x1.18 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1 days
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 1 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 40 hours with aod.
    1 days vs 7 days
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.20 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.20 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 6 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1 days
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 1 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 40 hours with aod.
    1 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
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • 0.2 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.20 inch
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.2 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.20 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 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.

Video reviews

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

9.0
The Product Lab
≈ estimated
30/03/2025
Long-term review · 6 months of daily use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is a well-rounded smartwatch that we strongly recommend for everyday use, especially for its battery life.
9.0
Pratima Adhikari
≈ estimated
04/01/2025
Hands-on review · one week alongside Watch 7
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is a great choice at this price, with good health tracking, though its battery and speed lag behind.
9.0
J. Williams
≈ estimated
03/12/2024
Hands-on review · battery life and daily use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is a surprisingly strong smartwatch, especially recommended when paired with the matching phone.
4.0
Isa Marcial Global
≈ estimated
02/11/2024
Hands-on review · design, battery and charging test
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is not recommended, since its oversized bezels and modest battery make older Galaxy watches the better buy.
8.0
Simple Alpaca
≈ estimated
01/02/2026
Short review · opinion after ongoing use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is still a good experience in 2026, though not perfect, and the Watch 6 or Watch 7 are better buys.
8.0
H2TechVideos
≈ estimated
12/10/2024
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch FE has fewer extras than pricier models, but it is a good-value smartwatch for most buyers.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

au.pcmag.com
27/07/2024
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techradar.com
09/04/2025
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pocket-lint.com
07/08/2024
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techadvisor.com
07/10/2024
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7.0
androidpolice.com
✓ explicit
27/02/2026
Review · Midrange Wear OS watch
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is a dependable Wear OS watch that lasts a full day but is nearly identical to the 2021 Galaxy Watch 4.
6.0
androidauthority.com
✓ explicit
27/02/2026
Opinion · Running watch test
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE has strong health tracking, but its battery barely lasts a day and its running data falls short for serious runners.
mezha.ua
06/10/2024
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7.6
cryovex.com
✓ explicit
27/02/2026
Week-long test · Wear OS watch
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE suits people who want wide health tracking and Wear OS apps, but its slow processor and daily charging are its weak points.
5.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
20/11/2024
Opinion review · Budget smartwatch
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE looks like the Galaxy Watch 7 but runs on Galaxy Watch 4 hardware, so it lags and needs daily charging.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
27/02/2026
Hands-on review · Android budget watch
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is a rugged, well-equipped Android watch for budget buyers, but its small screen and missing Galaxy AI are the trade-offs.
8.2
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
12/02/2025
Hands-on test · Budget Galaxy watch
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE brings nearly the full Galaxy Watch feature set in colorful designs, but one day of battery life and no iPhone support hold it back.
7.0
pcwelt.de
✓ explicit
19/12/2024
Hands-on test · Budget smartwatch
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is essentially a Galaxy Watch 4 with a new strap; it detects workouts quickly and runs clean Wear OS, but better-featured rivals exist.
4.0
global.techradar.com
✓ explicit
10/04/2026
Quick review · Budget Wear OS watch
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is hard to recommend, since the Galaxy Watch 6 is faster, lasts longer and has more memory.
altroconsumo.it
N/D
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What we like about Samsung Galaxy Watch Fe

  • Affordable price point, making it an excellent 'value pick' for Android users
  • Comprehensive health and fitness tracking, including ECG, body composition, and detailed sleep metrics
  • Lightweight and compact 40mm design that is comfortable for daily wear and sleep tracking
  • Vibrant and bright 1.2-inch Super AMOLED display protected by scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
  • Seamless integration with the Samsung Galaxy ecosystem and access to the broad Wear OS app library
  • High durability with IP68, 5ATM, and MIL-STD-810H certifications

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Watch Fe

  • Relatively short battery life, often requiring daily charging, especially with heavy use or GPS
  • Dated Exynos W920 processor (originally from 2021) which can lead to occasional lag or slow app loading
  • Thick display bezels that give the watch a slightly dated appearance compared to newer models
  • Slow 5W charging speed, taking nearly two hours to reach a full charge
  • Only available in a single 40mm size, which may be too small for users with larger wrists
  • Difficult setup process reported when pairing with non-Samsung Android smartphones

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is a budget-friendly 40mm smartwatch featuring a 1.2-inch Super AMOLED display with 396x396 resolution protected by scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. It is powered by the Exynos W920 dual-core 1.18GHz processor with 1.5GB of RAM, 16GB of storage, and runs Wear OS with One UI 5 Watch. Key characteristics include an aluminum build with 5ATM/IP68 water and dust resistance, MIL-STD-810H durability, and a comprehensive BioActive sensor suite for ECG, heart rate, and body composition analysis. Its main pros are the affordable price point, robust health and sleep tracking features, and seamless integration into the Galaxy ecosystem. However, notable cons include its availability in only one size, relatively short battery life from the 247mAh cell requiring near-daily charging, and slow 5W charging speeds.

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