Despite the Galaxy Watch 4 (tested from page 86), the Active 2 (160 euros) remains a top addition to Android mobiles.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 EU
40 mmProduct details
The slim, lightweight, and almost frameless design is available in many variations and suits any occasion. With a huge selection of different bands and dials, a personalized look is possible. The world's first digital bezel allows for quick and intuitive access to functions. The integrated heart rate monitor tracks your heartbeat and measures stress levels. Versatile fitness features automatically recognize up to 7 typical activities, and the built-in running coach provides real-time training tips. Thanks to water resistance up to 5 ATM, the smartwatch can stay on your wrist even while swimming.
Basic functions: Heart rate measurement and monitor, sleep tracking and smart alarm, integrated GPS navigation, phone calls, music function, altimeter, voice recognition, fall detection.
Waterproof: 5 ATM
Battery life: 2 days
Material: Stainless steel
Closure: Buckle.
Samsung Galaxy Watch EU model
To ensure better availability, we offer the variant imported from the EU. Good to know: When using the EU model in Switzerland, you might have to do without Samsung Pay, Bixby, WiFi calling, and other secondary features.Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Case material | Stainless steel |
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Barometric altimeter, Contactless payment, Find my phone, Make and answer calls, Music functionalities, Music storage, Smart notifications, Timer + stopwatch, Touch screen, Weather |
Activities | Cross-country skiing, Cycling, Fitness, Golf, Hiking, Swimming |
Health functions | Blood pressure measurement, Calories, ECG, Heart rate measurement, Heart rate monitoring, Pedometer, Sleep recording |
Item number | 11878657 |
Manufacturer | Samsung |
Category | Smartwatches |
Manufacturer no. | SM-R830NSKADBT |
Release date | 12.9.2019 |
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Exact colour description | Black |
Watch type | Smart watch |
Durability | Waterproof (5 ATM) |
Protection type (IP code) | IP68 |
Operating system | Tizen OS |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Integrated components | Microphone, Speakers |
Smartwatch functions | Alarm clock, Barometric altimeter, Contactless payment, Find my phone, Make and answer calls, Music functionalities, Music storage, Smart notifications, Timer + stopwatch, Touch screen, Weather |
Health functions | Blood pressure measurement, Calories, ECG, Heart rate measurement, Heart rate monitoring, Pedometer, Sleep recording |
Activities | Cross-country skiing, Cycling, Fitness, Golf, Hiking, Swimming |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Barometer Sensor, Gyro sensor, Heart rate sensor |
Localisation technology | Galileo, GLONASS, GPS |
Time display | Digital |
Screen technology | Super AMOLED |
Display size (inches) | 1.20" |
Image resolution | 360 x 360 pixels |
Wristband colour | Black |
Wristband material | Silicone |
Wristband size | S/M |
Strap width | 20 mm |
Web width | 20 mm |
Strap description | Classic Leather Bracelet |
Strap fastener | Buckle |
Case colour | Black |
Case material | Stainless steel |
Glass | Gorilla Glass |
Shape of watch | Round |
Case diameter | 40 mm |
Case thickness | 10.90 mm |
Smartwatch processor name | Exynos 9110 |
Number of processor cores | 2 -Core |
Connectivity | Bluetooth, NFC |
Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Storage capacity | 4 GB |
Working memory | 769 MB |
Power supply | Battery operated |
Capacity | 247 mAh |
Battery life (without GPS) | 1.79 Days |
Runtime (in GPS mode) | 0.63 Days |
Standby time | 95 h |
Battery life | 1.92 Days |
Country of origin | China |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100 |
Manufacturer compensation | According to RE100, the manufacturer Samsung fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Wireless charging station |
Weight | 41 g |
Length | 14.20 cm |
Width | 9.70 cm |
Height | 4.30 cm |
Weight | 192 g |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 1.Apple0.7 %
- 2.Samsung1.2 %
- 3.OnePlus1.4 %
- 4.Coros1.6 %
- 4.Huawei1.6 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 16.Fitbit3 days
- 16.Polar3 days
- 16.Samsung3 days
- 21.Google4 days
- 22.Garmin6 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartwatches» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 17.Manta5.2 %
- 18.ICE Watch5.4 %
- 19.Samsung5.5 %
- 19.Suunto5.5 %
- 21.Beurer5.6 %
In its second edition, the Samsung watch does a few things better, such as offering longer battery life. It plays YouTube music as well as songs from the popular Spotify streaming service.
- Clear app that smartwatch fans will like
- Did not give correct results
- does not interpret
Samsung shows that pulse wave analysis is technically quite capable of accurately determining blood pressure. However, the calibration does not work reliably for all people and requires a good upper arm cuff. This classic variant still provides the most reliable control. The test winner Omron M500 Intelli IT convinced with accurate measurements and was the easiest to put on.
Samsung's Watch Active 2 is light, easy to use and has a convincing range of functions. There is some catching up to do in terms of battery life.
Samsung's Watch Active 2 is light, easy to use and has a convincing range of functions. However, there is some catching up to do when it comes to battery life.
- very valuable haptics
- Many smart functions, close connection to the smartphone
- Sleep tracking and stress level measurement
- Bright and high-contrast OLED
- Loudspeaker and microphone are integrated
- long battery life

