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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active vs Samsung Gear S2
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active
Samsung Gear S2
Why is Samsung Galaxy Watch Active better than Samsung Gear S2?
- Has GPS?
- 0.1 newer Bluetooth version?
4.2vs4.1 - Always-On Display?
- 0.9mm thinner?
10.5mmvs11.4mm - 0.24GB more RAM memory?
0.75GBvs0.512GB - 1.53x higher pixel density?
463ppivs302ppi - Has a gyroscope?
- Has multi-sport mode?
Why is Samsung Gear S2 better than Samsung Galaxy Watch Active?
- 1 days longer battery life?
3 daysvs2 days - 8.7% more battery power?
250mAhvs230mAh - Automatically syncs?
- 9.09% bigger screen size?
1.2"vs1.1" - Has a route tracker?
- Has weight tracking?
- Includes access to online portal?
- Tracks water intake?
Price comparison
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active
Buy used:
$179.50
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch Active Silver Weara...SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch Active Silver Wearables | $182.73 | |||
| Health Care Sport Smart Watch Men Women ...Health Care Sport Smart Watch Men Women IP67 Waterproof Wristwatch For IOS Xiaomi Samsung Galaxy Phone PK Smart Watch active 2 | $52.26 | |||
| Torntisc ECG Smart Watch Bluetooth Call ...Torntisc ECG Smart Watch Bluetooth Call 2021 Men Women IP68 Waterproof Smartwatch Heart Rate Monitor For Samsung galaxy Active 2 | $31.99 | |||
| 20mm Silicone Steel Band for Samsung Gal...20mm Silicone Steel Band for Samsung Galaxy Watch 42mm Active 2 40 44mm Gear S2 Sport Watchband Strap Bracelet for Huami Amazfit | $3.27 | |||
| Smart Watches 20mm Monochrome Leather St...Smart Watches 20mm Monochrome Leather Strap Leather Replacement Watch Wrist Strap Band For Samsung Galaxy Watch Active Watches | $14.25 | |||
| Genuine leather 20/22mm Smart Watch Leat...Genuine leather 20/22mm Smart Watch Leather Watch Strap suitable for Men Women band For Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 | $7.91 | |||
Samsung Gear S2
Buy used:
$79.99
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bezel Ring Styling for Samsung Gear S3 F...Bezel Ring Styling for Samsung Gear S3 Frontier Galaxy Watch 46mm/42mm/Gear S2 Classic Smart Bracelet Ring Case Protection Cover | $2.49 | |||
| 9H Tempered Glass For Samsung Gear S3 S4...9H Tempered Glass For Samsung Gear S3 S4 S2 Classic Screen Protector for Samsung Galaxy Watch 42mm 46mm Film Accessories | $1.19 | |||
| YAYUU 20mm 22mm Printing Silicone Watchb...YAYUU 20mm 22mm Printing Silicone Watchband for Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 42mm Gear Sport S2 For Garmin Huawei amazfit Strap | $2.13 | |||
| 3Pcs Tempered Glass for Samsung Galaxy W...3Pcs Tempered Glass for Samsung Galaxy Watch 42/46mm Gear Sport S2 S3 Screen Protector Cover Protective Film | $1.20 | |||
| New Watchband For Smart Samsung Gear S2 ...New Watchband For Smart Samsung Gear S2 Watch Band Stylish Silicone Replacement Strap SM-R720 SSGS2SS Sport Silicone Watchbands | $1.39 | |||
Design
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
The device has an electronic display to present information to the user.
The watch band is removable and can be replaced by any standard watch band of the correct size, allowing you to customise it to your liking.
Sensors
A heart rate monitor can help show your fitness levels, enabling you to calculate a suitable intensity of exercise.
GPS enables global positioning, useful in map, geo-tagging or navigation apps.
Your blood oxygen level is a measurement how much oxygen is reaching your muscles. It is important because low levels mean that you will become easily fatigued during exercise. The more exercise you do, the better your blood oxygen levels will become.
An accelerometer is a sensor used to measure the linear acceleration of a device. A common application is detecting when a device changes between vertical and horizontal positions.
A compass is useful for gaming, maps, and navigation software.
This measures barometric air pressure. It can predict weather changes, for example a sudden drop in air pressure could mean a storm is coming. When calibrated correctly it can be used to determine altitude, which helps GPS devices to lock on quicker and with greater accuracy.
Activity tracking
It tracks how far you travel.
It can track your sleep, such as how long you sleep for and the quality.
It tracks how many steps you take throughout the day, allowing you to see how active you have been.
Measuring pace shows how much time it takes to travel one kilometer or one mile. For example, in running, a 4 minute kilometer would be a very good pace.
5.Counts how many calories you've burned
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active (Samsung S Health)
Samsung Gear S2
This is useful if you are on a strict training diet or if you are trying to lose weight. It can also help to boost your motivation.
Your activity data is analysed to give you reports, available to view through the app or website. This allows you to see how active you have been and to help you make improvements.
Connectivity
It is compatible with a range of Android devices such as smartphones and tablets.
The device syncs all of your data wirelessly, without the need for cables.
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
The device automatically syncs your data when in range of your computer or smartphone.
NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Battery
With a longer battery life, you don’t have to worry about charging the device as often.
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
The manufacturer offers a branded wireless charging kit. To charge the device, you simply put it down on its charging base.
6.battery life with GPS on
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There is less chance that you will run out of battery during an adventure.
Features
The device has a speaker and microphone that allow you to answer calls made to your smartphone.
The device has a feature that allows you to find your smartphone if you have misplaced it.
The device alerts you to incoming calls on your smartphone, and allows you extra control such as muting or rejecting the call.
If you get a notification such as a call or message, the device will vibrate on your wrist or make a noise to alert you.
The device can wake you using vibration, so as not to disturb anyone else sleeping in the room.
With a stopwatch you can time yourself.
Miscellaneous
1.Has music playback
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active (Samsung S Health)
Samsung Gear S2 (Samsung S Health)
You can listen to your own music when working out. This can make exercising more enjoyable and motivate you to push yourself further.
You can download the app for free, from platforms such as Google Play or the App Store.
3.Syncs to the cloud
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active (Samsung S Health)
Samsung Gear S2 (Samsung S Health)
Your data is synced to the cloud, making it easier to access across different devices and making sure it is always backed up in case you lose your device.
4.Has exercise diary
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active (Samsung S Health)
Samsung Gear S2 (Samsung S Health)
It has an exercise diary, allowing you to easily keep track of your previous workouts.
Adverts can be distracting and obtrusive. Apps and blogs without ads are more aesthetically pleasing, nicer to use, and make the content stand out.
You can add widgets to the home screen. This allows you to have more flexibility and to see information at a glance, without going into the app.
Price comparison
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active
Buy used:
$179.50
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch Active Silver Weara...SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch Active Silver Wearables | $182.73 | |||
| Health Care Sport Smart Watch Men Women ...Health Care Sport Smart Watch Men Women IP67 Waterproof Wristwatch For IOS Xiaomi Samsung Galaxy Phone PK Smart Watch active 2 | $52.26 | |||
| Torntisc ECG Smart Watch Bluetooth Call ...Torntisc ECG Smart Watch Bluetooth Call 2021 Men Women IP68 Waterproof Smartwatch Heart Rate Monitor For Samsung galaxy Active 2 | $31.99 | |||
| 20mm Silicone Steel Band for Samsung Gal...20mm Silicone Steel Band for Samsung Galaxy Watch 42mm Active 2 40 44mm Gear S2 Sport Watchband Strap Bracelet for Huami Amazfit | $3.27 | |||
| Smart Watches 20mm Monochrome Leather St...Smart Watches 20mm Monochrome Leather Strap Leather Replacement Watch Wrist Strap Band For Samsung Galaxy Watch Active Watches | $14.25 | |||
| Genuine leather 20/22mm Smart Watch Leat...Genuine leather 20/22mm Smart Watch Leather Watch Strap suitable for Men Women band For Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 | $7.91 | |||
Samsung Gear S2
Buy used:
$79.99
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bezel Ring Styling for Samsung Gear S3 F...Bezel Ring Styling for Samsung Gear S3 Frontier Galaxy Watch 46mm/42mm/Gear S2 Classic Smart Bracelet Ring Case Protection Cover | $2.49 | |||
| 9H Tempered Glass For Samsung Gear S3 S4...9H Tempered Glass For Samsung Gear S3 S4 S2 Classic Screen Protector for Samsung Galaxy Watch 42mm 46mm Film Accessories | $1.19 | |||
| YAYUU 20mm 22mm Printing Silicone Watchb...YAYUU 20mm 22mm Printing Silicone Watchband for Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 42mm Gear Sport S2 For Garmin Huawei amazfit Strap | $2.13 | |||
| 3Pcs Tempered Glass for Samsung Galaxy W...3Pcs Tempered Glass for Samsung Galaxy Watch 42/46mm Gear Sport S2 S3 Screen Protector Cover Protective Film | $1.20 | |||
| New Watchband For Smart Samsung Gear S2 ...New Watchband For Smart Samsung Gear S2 Watch Band Stylish Silicone Replacement Strap SM-R720 SSGS2SS Sport Silicone Watchbands | $1.39 | |||
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