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Samsung Electronics SM-R825USSAXAR vs SAMSUNG Gear Fit

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Samsung Electronics SM-R825USSAXARSAMSUNG Gear Fit
Title Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 (44mm, GPS, Bluetooth, Unlocked LTE), Silver - (US Version)Samsung Gear Fit Smart Watch, Black (International Version)
Model Samsung Electronics
SM-R825USSAXAR
SAMSUNG
Gear Fit

Basic Info

Suggested Price $379.00$299.00
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Release Nov 2019Sep 2015

Overview

DescriptionGet smarter about fitness with this Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 smartwatch. Advanced sensors monitor your heart rate and track exercises, and the intuitive interface provides easy access to a variety of helpful fitness apps. This Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 smartwatch has a rugged construction that stands up to accidental drops and rough treatment.
Top Features
  • Lte Unlocked (carrier agnostic) - With LTE connectivity, you can leave your phone behind
  • Samsung Galaxy watches feature the Tien OS. Samsung’s proprietary OS is flexible. If your organization has a mix of Android and non-android smartphones, The tizen-equipped Samsung watches will be compatible with all devices. Ch Active2. Its advanced sensors keep your pace to help you better achieve your run goals.
  • Comfortably sleek the Galaxy Watch Active2 is light enough to wear anywhere comfortably. It comes in aluminum casing and with a variety of faces, bands and finishes so it goes with anything.
  • Keep your beat. You can see if your heart rate is where you want it with Galaxy Watch Active2. Get automatically alerted if your watch detects a high or a low heart rate. This device and related software are not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease
  • Battery built for endurance; The Galaxy Watch active2’s long-lasting battery can go for more than a 5 day on a single charge, and you can always get a quick boost from your compatible Galaxy phone with wireless power share. Works with Qi compatible Samsung
  • 24/7 Wearable: Always-on activity tracking keeps track of your activities throughout the day and is prepared for any adventure with its dust and water resistant protection (IP67). Light and durable with a curved Super AMOLED display.
  • Personalized Fitness Motivator: With the Heart Rate Sensor, Samsung Gear Fit gives you real time coaching to actively support and motivate you to achieve your fitness goals.
  • Simple Interaction: Samsung Gear Fit allows you to easily control basic functions, such as, reject calls with messages, quick reply to messages and control alarms.
  • Connected Notification: Samsung Gear Fit equips you with instant notifications of emails, SMS, incoming calls, & 3rd party apps to keep you connected.
  • Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S5 / Galaxy Grand 2 / Galaxy Note 3 / Galaxy Note 3 Neo / Galaxy Note 2 / Galaxy S4 / Galaxy S3 / Galaxy S4 Zoom / Galaxy S4 Active / Galaxy S4 mini /Galaxy Mega 6.3 / Galaxy Mega 5.8 / Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) / Galaxy NotePRO (12.2) / Galaxy TabPRO (12.2/10.1/8.4) [Compatible device models to be further expanded]

Reviews

Walmart Rating3.5 (out of 14 reviews)4.7 (out of 79 reviews)
BestBuy Rating4.5 (out of 218 reviews)
Latest Reviews

14 months later & I still LOVE the Samsung Active
Rating: 5
It was back in early 2019 that I purchased the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active, months later the Active 2 was released. I sold my Active and Purchased the Active 2. Months later, November 2019, I purchased my first Active 2 LTE and then sold my Active 2. Yeah, the Active 2 LTE has been my favorite smartwatch in the last five years!!! Here's my YouTube channel in which I have tested the watch and added VLOG style posts.
by PHdigital on 2020-03-03T16:00:00

Better than my Apple watch 3
Rating: 5
Im in love with this smart watch! Is way better than my apple watch 3. If you are going to buy the Galaxy watch active 2 invest the extra $150 for the LTE version, I bought the regular watch and end up changing it for the LTE version which is PREMIUM in ALL the sense of the word.
by Jason on 2019-12-06T16:00:00

Great device!!
Rating: 4
Is too comfortable, light and beautiful my expectations were met and I am happy with the day to day operation
by Emibarrtol on 2019-12-12T16:00:00

Cool Watch!
Rating: 4
Great watch. It has a lot going on. I only hope that an update will eventually allow it to support a trail hiking gps map system. That will make it "whole for me". That was the main reason for me purchasing it. The name "Active 2" made me assume that it would support more gps aps.
by Steve on 2019-11-22T16:00:00

Galaxy Active 2 Needs Improvment
Rating: 3
Samsung really makes Good Hardware, But software I don't think so. But Samsung Active 2 Hardware is very Nicely Design, But Software wise is Behind Google Wear OS, I don't like the Tizen Software lacks of Pure Android Apps and the Samsung App Store is really Bad., I come from a Fossil 5G with Wear OS and it had most Android stock apps Like Google Play Music, and a lot of Stock Android Apps, Samsung Needs to End TIZEN and BITZY, and add better specs to its Samsung Smart Watch, Samsung should dedicate making Hardware not Software.
by Angelo on 2020-01-08T16:00:00

Limited
Rating: 3
I bought this 2 weeks ago with the understanding that it is a standalone device. Unfortunately, even if you purchase the LTE version you will still be tethered to your phone by the short range leash of bluetooth if you're on certain carrier networks. I've learned this the hard way. No one tells you this till you find out your watch keeps going out of range and becomes useless as a standalone device, as advertised. My carrier is Sprint and they only fessed up after I spoke with Samsung. Doesn't always track steps if your arms are not in a certain position and motion. Disconnects from WIFI and network thorough out the day.
by Luvoomom on 2019-11-27T16:00:00

Hard to Sync!!!!!!
Rating: 2
I bought the Gold 44m. On 12-26-19. And could not get it to sync to my Note 9. So I am returning it back to the store for another one. If this does not work Samsung you all need to try it again. It should not be this hard to sync a Samsung device to another Samsung device.
by MM2M on 2019-12-30T16:00:00

Way too buggy and was pointless to get LTE model
Rating: 1
I purchased this mainly for the sleep tracking, but I was hoping to use it for a lot more. Unfortunately, it has far too many bugs and has proven to be completely unreliable. For instance, it will miss entire nights sleep, will count time on the charger as being asleep, and oddly enough, it will correctly detect that I'm awake in the sleep tracking (for some reason, "awake" is one category of sleep that it uses), but will still count that as time "asleep", so even when it correctly (believably?) detects my sleep it still gives an inflated amount. Also, its heart tracking is horrendous! It often has me at 30-50 extra bpm when I use the tracking. The only way I've found to get it to correct itself is to change it back to manual, then do a handful of manual readings. Each reading will be roughly 10-15 bpm less until it gets down to the (hopefully) accurate value. My biggest complaint though is that I paid for the LTE version so that I could use it independently of my cell phone. This only works as intended if it's in frequent range of my cell and my cell is turned on. If my phone shuts down or restarts for any reason (low power, etc), the watch software stops it from being usable for ANYTHING other than the watch face itself. You can't even adjust the watch brightness or mute it without having to go to your phone, charge it, power it back on, and unlock your phone. So don't even think about hoping to use this in AN EMERGENCY... There have been a lot of other issues, but those are ones that make it amount to little more than an expensive fashion piece. I wish I'd gotten a different brand. Can't mention any other brands in reviews per their guidelines, but sounds like (don't) 'get this'.
by Savroy on 2020-01-20T16:00:00

This watch absolutely sucks.
Rating: 1
i got the watch to use on my workouts and record my runs more accurately but the battery dies with little to no use. i charged the device to 100% and 4 hours later its completely dead, the power save mode doesn't help much either.
by Burrbag on 2020-06-20T17:00:00

BLACK SCREEN - UNRESPONSIVE- NO FIX
Rating: 1
BLACK SCREEN - After owning for two weeks, I didnt want to wear it without a protective cover, so I waited another week for it to arrive. Once it arrived I was anxious to put it to use. The watch was charged to 89% as indicated by the Wearable app on my phone. I turned it on, I could feel the haptic response when moving my finger around the bezel...no screen response. Tried all options noted by other customers. Reboot, hold power button, hold both buttons 15 seconds...nothing. Black screen. Samsung rep stated no other customers have experienced this. Not true. Even though there are responses from their technicians on their website, the tech still denied anyone else had the same issue. So...either mail back for repair and wait or return for a refund. Disappointed for sure.
by LL on 2020-06-23T17:00:00

Great buy
Rating: 5
This was a good purchase. I can track my movement, various exercises, and meal consumption to see if I'm on target. The price was reasonable and I'm impressed so far.
by Great taste on 2019-12-24T16:00:00

Big qitch for people with big wrists
Rating: 5
Had a hard time finding this instore so I ordered it online instead. It has a very large band for thise with big wrists. Yes there are many more watch faces for this watch, as it is a digital display.
by TWayne on 2019-12-22T16:00:00

Best gift to myself
Rating: 5
Wonderful device. My hearing isn't so great anymore, so the vibration on my wrist for an incoming call is welcomed. But that's not all - this watch is simply perfect. I love the large size, the bezel and the overall look. It's vintage in style and I love that. I bought a set of bumpers to protect all the way around and a bezel ring that has nice slightly raised knobs to make the bezel easier to turn while the bumper is on. You can't even tell I have a bumper on! I am in the process of buying more of the thinner leather bands for it, too, because those are the most comfortable for me. The watch works smoothly and accurately and the choices for personalized apps and watch faces make choosing fun. I originally wanted the LTE version, but the price on this one was absolutely stunning ($90 cheaper than anywhere else) that I bought it and haven't regretted the decision.
by on 2020-08-15T17:00:00

Good watch-great gift
Rating: 5
My husband loves this watch! He is not what you would call a technology savant, but he likes the features and has started to walk more due to the tracker
by TWSz on 2020-01-17T16:00:00

Perfect duo
Rating: 5
Samsung smart watch paired with my cell Samsung note 9 is amazing, I'm set to exercise and won't miss any of my appointments with this duo at my disposal.
by howiell on 2020-01-16T16:00:00

Love it
Rating: 5
Love it! Just have not tried to use near water.
by on 2020-08-12T17:00:00

Just what i had been looking for
Rating: 5
This watch does more than i was looking for!! I love it!!!!
by on 2020-08-12T17:00:00

Good buy for the price
Rating: 5
This was an upgraded from my gear 3
by on 2020-08-13T17:00:00

Great watch!
Rating: 4
Great Watch, just wish there were more apps for it. Comfortable to wear. Used in pool and it hasn't affected it.
by Scott W on 2020-06-28T17:00:00

Questionable value
Rating: 2
I had high hopes for the Galaxy Watch but was very disappointed. Some built-in apps don't work or don't work well. Samsung Health is very unreliable....it refuses to count floors and step count is not accurate. These are known issues which Samsung apparently is not dealing with. Suggest you stay with your FitBit for health tracking. Samsung Pay on the watch is unreliable (unlike Samsung Pay on my phone which is great).....it worked only once after some effort. Apps such as weather don't auto refresh and even won't manually refresh consistently...it took 2 days and multiple manual refresh requests before it got current. Bing would open on voice command but would not recognize any voice command....wouldn't respond at all. WiFi and Bluetooth connections had trouble refreshing even with manual requests. I'm returning the watch.
by Tws163 on 2018-11-11T16:00:00

All Features

Alert TypeVibration
Maximum Depth of Water Resistance164 feet
Charging Interface(s)WirelessOther
Case Thickness0.43 inches
Shock ResistantNoNo
Touch ScreenYes
Additional Accessories IncludedWireless charging pad, leather bandNot provided
Works WithBixby
Product Width1.73 inches
Backlit DisplayYes
Customizable Watch FacesYes
Product TypeSmartwatch
Case MaterialStainless steelNot Applicable
Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 Year
Case Size44 millimeters
Dust ResistantNo
Battery Strength IndicatorYes
Integrated CameraNo
Band ColorSilver
Battery Capacity340 milliampere hours
Color DisplayYes
Display ScreenYes
Band MaterialLeatherOther
RechargeableYes
Wi-Fi CompatibilityWireless BBluetooth
Clasp TypeBuckle
Built-In MicrophoneYesNo
Form FactorWristwatch
CarrierUnlocked
Water ResistantYesNo
Product Height0.43 inches
Clock DisplayYesNo
Screen Size44 millimeters1.8"
Product Depth1.73 inches
Metrics MeasuredActivity vs. inactivity
Case Width1.73 inches
Voice ActivatedYes
Silent AlarmNo
Global PositioningGPS
Mobile NotificationsYesYes
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 Year
Product Weight1.76 ounces
Mobile Payment Service SupportedSamsung Pay
Color CategorySilverBlack
Vibration AlertYes
Music PlayerYes
Multi-Sport TrackingYes
SeriesGalaxy Watch Active2
Voice Assistant Built-inBixby
Adjustable BrightnessNoNo
SensorsAltimeterGyro sensor
Case ShapeRound
NFC TechnologyYesNo [Near Field Communications (NFC) is a set of standards for portable devices. It allows them to establish peer-to-peer radio communications, passing data from one device to another by touching them or putting them very close together. ]
Operating System CompatibilityAndroidNot Applicable
Model FamilyGalaxy Watch Active2
Bluetooth EnabledYesYes [Connections between Bluetooth enabled electronic devices allow these devices to communicate wirelessly. ]
Display TypeSuper AMOLEDDigital
Data Plan RequiredNoNo
Operating SystemOtherNot Applicable
Model NumberSM-R825USSAXAR
Battery TypeOtherLithium-ion
releaseNov 2019Sep 2015
ColorSilver
Product NameGalaxy Watch Active2 Smartwatch 44mm Stainless Steel LTE (Unlocked)
BrandSamsung
Body Metrics MeasuredSteps Taken
Watch FinishOther
Date/Time DisplayNone
Power Supply TypeDC
Battery SizeN/A
BluetoothYes
Screen Resolution128 x 432
Automatic SyncNo
FunctionsAlarm, Stopwatch
Processor Speed160 MHz
No-ContractNo
Certifications & StandardsIP67
Instant OnNo
StopwatchYes
AlarmYes
Battery RechargeableYes
Adjustable Band LengthNo
Bluetooth StandardBluetooth 4.0
GPSNo
GPS EnabledNo
Bluetooth Version4.0
Wireless SyncingYes
PlacementWrist
Email CapableNo
Warranty Terms - PartsWarranty Information Not Available
Weight (Approximate)0.95 oz
Application/UsageCommunication, Health & Fitness, Hiking, Running
PhoneNo
Sensor TypeAccelerometer, Gyro Sensor, Optical Heart Rate Sensor, Pedometer
Curved ScreenYes

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