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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 8220 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are delighted by the Galaxy Watch Active Smartwatch 40mm Aluminum's user-friendly interface, stylish design, and comfortable fit. They appreciate its fitness tracking capabilities, affordability, and compatibility with Samsung phones. However, they express concerns about its short battery life and the lack of a speaker.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Fitness tracking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This is a great watch.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's a good size time piece with the ability to store some music files. Great for the gym and for use around the house. With the health apps it helps tou keep track of your exercise. And with the built in ability store music you can listen to your tunes via bt headset while working around the house without having to take your phone or other music player.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Fitness tracking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great trade

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great for the basics and more. Has the ability to connect to phone easily has all the great things like step counts , workout times, and you can get your regular text messages. Very comfortable. Completely recommend it. I had a Gear Fit 2 which I loved for being small and easy to use but this was a great upgrade trade I made with all the extra applications I can see.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
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      Terrific news Lily! Thanks for selecting Samsung and welcome to the Samsung family. ^Monique Samsung

  • Cons mentioned:
    No speaker

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch for the price

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    During my search for a new smart watch, I came across the active. I had previously wanted the larger & more expensive version. The active does everything the other watch does except it doesn't have a speaker, so no blue tooth calls or listening to music through the watch. It fits much better since I have smaller wrists. I found this to be a perfect watch for me

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice watch

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    No problems so far, all the functions work smoothly

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Easy to use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good smart watch

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great features right out of the box. Works best with Samsung products but will work great by its self. Usability is very simple and easy to follow. Doesn't have instruction manual but can be downloaded or could follow the on screen prompts. Very comfortable with easy to adjust the arm band. Only issue was does not have a charging block.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good general use and GPS running watch

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had this watch for a while, 1st one stopped charging not too long into ownership but the exchange was smooth and the 2nd one last until I tripped and smashed the screen. It did everything I needed and the battery kept up very well during my use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    love it

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love my watch. Its so comfortable I don't mind wearing it for hours and hours. It is very easy to navigate and has perfect touchscreen sensitivity. I am so glad I went with this watch over the big fancy $350 one. It does absolutely everything I wanted it too. I mostly use it at the gym and for sending texts and taking calls. Highly recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Small but mighty

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    At first I was concerned I would lose features going from the Galaxy S3 watch to this one but so far the only thing I miss is answering calls from my watch. Everything else works great! It's small and fits my wrist perfectly. Doesn't feel and look too large on me now. Doesn't everything else like my old watch so I can live without talking on the watch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price
    Cons mentioned:
    No speaker

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good smart watch

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If u trying to decide from the this watch or active 2...watches are pretty much the same expect for maybe 3 things. 1. Active 2 slightly bigger screen. 2. Active 2 gas a speaker (for music and calls straight from watch) 3. PRICE. With the update samsung active 1 now has a virtual rotating bezal. And it's is very nice.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this on sale. I had been trying to decide wich one to get but purchased this watch. I love it. It tracks my sleep and activity. Love the size of it , not too big and not to small. My will notify my of calls and text messages also. I can customize it with ease. The only down side is the battery life could be better.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice upgrade from Samsung Gear Fit

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've had this watch for almost a month and I am satisfied. I've read many reviews about this one and other competitors, but I went ahead and bought this one. It was very easy to pair with my S10+. The battery is my only complaint, but with a little tweaking, it lasts a couple of days before needing a charge. Overall, I am very satisfied with this product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Love it, still ALWAYS worth getting geek squad!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have loved this watch from day one. I've had it for amost 2 years and it has held up well! But for thw last month I've noticed I need to charge more frequently. I took it off the charger early this morning and it already has died on me. Thank goodness I paid for the geek squad, hopefully they can fix it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my first smart watch. it looks very good, the design is very nice, the size is perfect for me, the battery is good. I would like to use it for the blood pressure messure. But so far this feature, we can use only with Galaxy S9, S10 and S10+. I hope soon can use it with Galaxy S8 or change my cellphone. I am happy with the smart watch

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fitness tracking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung's answer to the Active market

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We have had Samsung Gear S2 watches, both the Classic and the Sport, and now have bought into Samsung's latest fitness wearable. I myself am an Android user and this watch is used on my other half's iPhone. We love how lightweight the watch is, and the band that came with is soft to the touch, yet durable. The software is a favorite, though it would have been neat if Samsung would have kept the rotating bezel, only a minor complaint though. The fitness tracking is better than ever with individual workouts, GPS, and Challenges. The watch keeps you in check with features like the inactive mode, or the ability to keep track of reaching your step targets. Samsung has really put attention to detail in about every corner here, not to mention the battery life being exceptional as well. You will have no problem getting through a day, and two days if you are on the road. Keep in mind you will need to either run the watch in battery saving mode or reduce the amount of features being used, such as the always on or lift to wake features with the screen. Overall, in 2019 Samsung gave us a solid package, battery life, and functionality at a price point that is solid. We recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I just really likes the color

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love my smart watch. To be completely honest, i loved the color of this watch so bought this model instead of a newer one. No regrets. I have lots of options, including a stress measurement, blood pressure, access to my calendar etc.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect watch

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fabulous watch. The voice to text is a little off but if you dont use it, the regular text is great. It's very durable, has gotten smacked around a bit at work and only has some slight scratches. Would buy again!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fitness tracking

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very good for the price

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall great watch. Use to have an apple watch, but switched to android. Useful for everyday life. Keeps track of steps, activity. HR, and sleep. Notifications go right to watch. Great product for the money. Just wish when I am playing music, it would pop up what is playing without me digging through to find it when the phone is not near.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love it

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This watch is perfect for the price... better than the similar Fitbit and others because this will actually show entire notifications and allow you to respond do messages directly from the watch... Works best when paired to Samsung phones obviously but any android with the Galaxy wearable app work well...

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Samsung
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      Hello Richard, we are glad that this watch has been such a great fit for you. Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. ^Elizabeth Samsung

  • Pros mentioned:
    Design

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    LOVE THIS WATCH GREAT FOR LADIES' WRISTS

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this watch because it's nice and petite for a woman's wrist which is why I got this particular one. This also looks really nice on my wrist because it's not big and bulky like the last one. I loved personalizing it to my favorite colors black and gold. Works really nice as far as features.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this for my wife for mother's day. She had the lgv30 phone at the time. She liked it but once she got a Samsung phone she said it worked a lot better than with the LG phone. Definitely needs a better battery. Last only 24hrs the most. Overall it was a great purchase and does what its supposed to. So far no complaints.

    I would recommend this to a friend