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Apple AirTag vs Galaxy SmartTag 2

Compare finding networks, range, battery and durability.

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Apple AirTag

Apple AirTag

  • User-replaceable CR2032 coin cell battery.
  • Bluetooth proximity finding.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance.
  • Speaker for audible finding.
  • Precision Finding on compatible devices.
KSh 6,500In Stock
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Galaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)

Galaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)

  • 13.75 g.
  • Replaceable CR2032 coin cell.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance.
  • Samsung SmartThings Find / Galaxy Find Network.
  • Speaker / alert: buzzer.
KSh 12,000In Stock
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Apple AirTag (4 Pack)KSh 15,500
Samsung Galaxy SmartTagKSh 4,000
Samsung SmartTag 2KSh 4,500
Apple AirTag (1 Pack)KSh 6,500
Galaxy SmartTag 2 (1pack)KSh 4,500
Apple AirTag 2KSh 7,000
Galaxy SmartTag 3KSh 6,500
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Our quick verdict

The Galaxy SmartTag 2 is a pack of four trackers, while the Apple AirTag is a single tracker.

Battery capacity

Apple AirTag
User-replaceable CR2032 coin cell battery
Galaxy SmartTag 2
Replaceable CR2032 coin cell

Connections

Apple AirTag
Bluetooth proximity finding
Galaxy SmartTag 2
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3

Speaker / alert

Apple AirTag
Built-in speaker for audible finding
Galaxy SmartTag 2
Built-in buzzer

Water / dust resistance

Apple AirTag
IP67 under IEC 60529: tested
Galaxy SmartTag 2
IP67 dust/water resistance

Finding technology

Apple AirTag
Precision Finding on compatible devices
Galaxy SmartTag 2
Bluetooth nearby finding

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityApple AirTagGalaxy SmartTag 2
Battery capacityUser-replaceable CR2032 coin cell batteryReplaceable CR2032 coin cell
ConnectionsBluetooth proximity findingBluetooth Low Energy 5.3
Speaker / alertBuilt-in speaker for audible findingBuilt-in buzzer
Water / dust resistanceIP67 under IEC 60529: testedIP67 dust/water resistance
Finding technologyPrecision Finding on compatible devicesBluetooth nearby finding
Finding featuresBuilt-in accelerometerSearch Nearby, Ring Your Tag

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTagGalaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
BrandAppleSamsung

Tracker

Tracker specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTagGalaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
Brand / ModelApple AirTagSamsung Galaxy SmartTag2; EI-T5600
Tracker TypeBluetooth item trackerBluetooth / UWB item tracker
Tracking Network / AppApple Find My appSamsung SmartThings Find / Galaxy Find Network; SmartThings app
Colour / Design—4-pack: 2 Black + 2 White; metal-reinforced attachment loop

Tracking & Connectivity

Tracking & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTagGalaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
ConnectivityBluetooth proximity finding; Ultra Wideband; NFC for Lost ModeBluetooth Low Energy 5.3; Ultra Wideband; NFC
Finding TechnologyPrecision Finding on compatible devices; supported models and regional availability depend on AirTag generationBluetooth nearby finding; UWB Compass View on supported Galaxy devices; Samsung network-assisted location
Finding FeaturesBuilt-in accelerometerSearch Nearby; Ring Your Tag; Compass View; NFC Lost Mode contact recovery
Finding Range—Bluetooth range up to 120 m; obstacles and environment reduce actual range

Smart Features

Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTagGalaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
Smart / Lost Item FeaturesNFC tap for Lost ModeProgrammable button for compatible SmartThings IoT controls; Lost Mode contact information can be read by an NFC-enabled Android phone or iPhone
Speaker / AlertBuilt-in speaker for audible findingBuilt-in buzzer

Battery & Protection

Battery & Protection specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTagGalaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
Battery / Battery LifeUser-replaceable CR2032 coin cell batteryReplaceable CR2032 coin cell; up to 500 days in normal mode / up to 700 days in power-saving mode
Water / Dust ResistanceIP67 under IEC 60529: tested at a maximum depth of 1 metre for up to 30 minutes; resistance can decrease with wearIP67 dust/water resistance; tested at up to 1 m for 30 minutes

Compatibility & Physical

Compatibility & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTagGalaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
Compatibility / CertificationApple Account and a compatible iPhone or iPad; minimum software and Precision Finding requirements depend on the AirTag generationCompatible Samsung Galaxy devices with Android 9+ and Samsung Account; UWB Compass View requires a UWB-enabled Galaxy device with Android 11+; NFC recovery by an iPhone does not provide iOS owner tracking
Dimensions / Weight / In the BoxDiameter: 31.9 mm; height: 8.0 mmPer tracker: 28.8 × 52.44 × 8.0 mm; 13.75 g. In the box: Galaxy SmartTag2 ×4, battery attached to each, battery-tray eject pin, quick-start guide

Similarities

  • Both are rated IP67.
  • Both have NFC.
  • Both use CR2032 (battery / battery life).

In summary

Get the Galaxy SmartTag 2 if you have four things to keep track of, or the Apple AirTag if one is enough.

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