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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 2131 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers regard the Galaxy Watch5 Aluminum Smartwatch 40mm BT favorably for its ease of use, numerous features, and stylish design, with many appreciating its comfortable size. However, a significant drawback reported by users is the battery life, which is considered insufficient by many. Other less frequently cited concerns include the absence of a rotating bezel from previous models and limitations with the ECG functionality for non-Samsung phone users. The watch's sleep and step tracking capabilities also receive positive feedback.

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  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Hold a charge

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

    Love it with the exception of one thing.Battery drains very fast.

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

    Gets the job done

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

    The watch has been working great! All of the features are working with one slight minor issue. At times, the watch will automatically start the running exercise when I'm not running. It may be due to the hand motion sensor. For example, when im rocking my baby to sleep, it thinks that I'm running. Other than that, I love the watch.

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

    Samsung active 5 watch

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

    I am a dental assistant and have children I cant have my phone in the room with me so I can see who is calling me etc. It counts my steps has my alarm calander honestly i love it i had the samsung active 2 and this one is a big upgrade worth the money!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    No blood pressure monitoring

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

    Blood pressure monitoring does not work in United States.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great upgrade from Galaxy Watch Active 2

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

    Great upgrade from Galaxy Watch Active 2. It has better sleep monitoring and screens are more responsive. Also enjoy new features like ECG, improved sleep monitoring, and body fat composition. The strap that comes with the watch feels more durable and comfortable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Galaxy 5

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

    Bought what I thought was an upgrade and not really any different then my Galaxy 4.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it so far ❤

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

    I'm a Samsung girl so I really love this watch. I started with the Galaxy Watch 3 so this is a big upgrade. Much lighter and does all I need it to do. I keep it AOD so I have to charge it every morning while I get ready for work and it changes pretty quickly.

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

    Best Buy EVER!

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

    During hurricane Ian the watch dialed 911 On Its Own when I was trapped inside my home (my heart was racing). Worth every penny. Would highly recommend.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    fitness watch

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

    great fitness watch for monitoring your activities.

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

    Upgraded from an Active2

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

    Very nice product. An upgrade on an already existing product and feels like a valuable upgrade. Going from a Samsung Active2 to the Watch5 feels really nice. Watch is receptive, has good battery life, and feels durable. Happy with this purchase.

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

    I love this watch

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

    I love this watch. I am so happy I bought it. I finally have accurate track of my active times and steps and can increase them when I see they are low. It also does heart rate, ecg, body mass and it encourages me to get up a move.

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

    Awesome watch

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

    Way better smartwatch then the Google pixel watch i really hope the customer knows that the pixel watch has 4 year old hardware and processor and good is ripping them off.

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

    Galaxy 5 watch

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

    Love this watch. Still trying to figure out how all the ways I can use it though. The battery life seems better than I thought it would be.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Never got

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

    Never got ......,..................................

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Seemless sync to Samsung phone, but not waterproof

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

    Beautiful watch that syncs up very well with my Samsung phone. Bought it to replace my Samsung Active 2, because that one died after wearing it in a pool. Beware, these watches are not waterproof.

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Poor

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

    Got this watch on Dec. battery already over heating. Won’t hard charge. Call Samsung tomorrow. Will update.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Big let down

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

    Battery life doesn't last long and this is one of the worst smart watches I've owned. Would not recommend

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Watch 5

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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 amazing. The technology just keeps getting better and better. I can keep up with all my activities, along with all of my emails, security systems, and data. I absolutely love it!

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

    Great, nice looking, durable

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

    Bought this for my wife, but she loves it! Beats the pants off her old Apple Watch. Looks nicer, screen is vivid and touch is very responsive, integrates well with Galaxy phones. Highly recommend!

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

    Amazing Watch For You or As A Gift!

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

    This is a great watch coming from someone whose never had these type of devices before. Did not realize how cool it is to measure your stress, sleep, and heart rate until you actually use it.

    I would recommend this to a friend