80
David Lumb
TechRadar
“But it's also considerably more costly, putting a hefty price on only a few extra features.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Improved battery life
- Accurate heart rate tracking
- Works with iOS and Android
- Attractive analog watch design
- Digital haptic dial control
- Clear display in all lighting
Points of Contention
- Limited third‑party app support
- Higher price than predecessor
- Slightly thicker and heavier
- 44mm case too large
- No petite band options
- Pricey upgrade
Professional Reviews
4 reviews from 4 critics80
Corey Gaskin
Digital Trends
“Nevertheless, the Active 2 firmly remains the best smartwatch for those using Android phones, and it narrows the gap between the stellar Apple Watch Series 5.”
75
Dieter Bohn
The Verge
“I have been using the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 for about a week now, and it has accomplished something remarkable: it’s made me decide to stop saying there are no good smartwatch options for Android users.”
70
Adrienne So
Wired
“I’m not sure that these upgrades are worth an extra $80.”
