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Is the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 worth it?

The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 is recommended with a 8/10 consensus score. Experts highlight up to ~500-day battery on a standard cr2032 (700 days in power saving mode), per samsung's spec and uwb precision finding on galaxy s21+ and newer for room-level then arrow-guided locating. Best for: Samsung Galaxy households, Key and bag tracking, SmartThings ecosystem users.

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 — Recommended per expert consensus
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Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2

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Nicholas Miles · Editor-in-Chief & Methodology Owner

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Expert consensus

How we score
08.0/1010

Expert Consensus

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Key Features

  • ~500-day CR2032 battery
  • UWB precision finding
  • IP67 rating
  • SmartThings Find network

Best For

Samsung Galaxy householdsKey and bag trackingSmartThings ecosystem users

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 vs. the alternatives

How the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 stacks up against other Ecosystem options on price, expert consensus, and ecosystem support.

Comparison of Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 and alternative Ecosystem products by price, expert consensus score, ecosystem support, and verdict
ProductPriceConsensusWorks WithVerdict
Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2This page8/10Samsung SmartThingsRecommended
Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2$29-$357.9/10Samsung SmartThingsRecommended

The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 earns a 8/10 expert consensus, versus the SmartThings Hub v3 at $69-$99 list (7.6/10 consensus). It works with Samsung SmartThings.

What Experts Agree On

What Experts Love

  • Up to ~500-day battery on a standard CR2032 (700 days in Power Saving mode), per Samsung's spec
  • UWB precision finding on Galaxy S21+ and newer for room-level then arrow-guided locating
  • IP67 dust and water resistance for keys, bags, and outdoor gear
  • Pings the SmartThings Find network of Samsung Galaxy devices as relay points

Common Criticisms

  • Samsung Galaxy phones only — does not work with iPhones or non-Samsung Android
  • No NFC tap-to-share lost mode like the Apple AirTag
  • UWB precision finding needs a recent Galaxy phone; older models fall back to Bluetooth
  • Tracking is tied to the SmartThings Find network, not a cross-platform finding network

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 worth it?

The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 earns a 8/10 consensus score and is rated "Recommended". It is best for Samsung Galaxy households. It ranks among the top picks in its category.

How much does the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 cost?

We do not have a verified current price for the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2. It earns a 8/10 consensus score with a "Recommended" rating, which is fair value relative to the ~7.5/10 average for Ecosystem products. Check the live figure at the retailer before buying.

Who is the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 best for?

The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 is best for Samsung Galaxy households, Key and bag tracking, SmartThings ecosystem users. Experts rate it "Recommended" with a 8/10 consensus.

How does the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 compare to other Ecosystem options?

Among the Ecosystem products we have aggregated, the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 ranks above average with a 8/10 score. See our full category comparison for head-to-head details.

What smart home systems does the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 work with?

The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 works with Samsung SmartThings.

What are the best alternatives to the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2?

If the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 (8/10) is not the right fit, the closest alternatives in Ecosystem are Apple AirTag. Compare them on price, ecosystem support, and expert consensus to find your match.

What are the pros and cons of the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2?

The main strengths of the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 are up to ~500-day battery on a standard cr2032 (700 days in power saving mode), per samsung's spec and uwb precision finding on galaxy s21+ and newer for room-level then arrow-guided locating. The most-cited downside is samsung galaxy phones only — does not work with iphones or non-samsung android. Overall, experts rate it "Recommended" with a 8/10 consensus score.

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Sources & Methodology

Consensus score based on available data. See how we build consensus scores.

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