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Samsung Galaxy SmartTag vs Galaxy SmartTag 3

Compare finding networks, range, battery and durability.

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Samsung Galaxy SmartTag

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag

  • 13 g.
  • Replaceable CR2032 coin cell.
  • SmartThings app and Galaxy Find Network.
  • Speaker / alert: buzzer.
  • Finding range: up to 120 m without obstacles.
KSh 4,000In Stock
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Galaxy SmartTag 3

Galaxy SmartTag 3

  • 9.15 g.
  • Replaceable CR2032 coin cell.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance.
  • Galaxy Find Network.
  • Speaker / alert: buzzer.
KSh 6,500Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Galaxy SmartTag 3 is the better buy: it is lighter (9.15 g).

Weight

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag
13 g
Galaxy SmartTag 3
9.15 g

Connections

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0
Galaxy SmartTag 3
Bluetooth Low Energy 6.0

Speaker / alert

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag
Built-in buzzer
Galaxy SmartTag 3
Built-in buzzer, adjustable ringtone

Finding range

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag
Up to 120 m without obstacles
Galaxy SmartTag 3
Bluetooth up to 120 m

Finding features

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag
Nearby audible finding
Galaxy SmartTag 3
Ring Your Tag, supported Galaxy Compass View

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag

  • Replaceable CR2032 coin cell.

Galaxy SmartTag 3

  • Ultra Wideband Precision Finding (points you to the item on supported phones).
  • Lighter: 9.15 g (vs 13 g).

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PrioritySamsung Galaxy SmartTagGalaxy SmartTag 3
Weight13 g9.15 g
ConnectionsBluetooth Low Energy 5.0Bluetooth Low Energy 6.0
Speaker / alertBuilt-in buzzerBuilt-in buzzer, adjustable ringtone and volume
Finding rangeUp to 120 m without obstaclesBluetooth up to 120 m
Finding featuresNearby audible findingRing Your Tag, supported Galaxy Compass View

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy SmartTagGalaxy SmartTag 3
BrandSamsungSamsung

Tracker

Tracker specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy SmartTagGalaxy SmartTag 3
Brand / ModelSamsung Galaxy SmartTag (EI-T5300 family)Samsung Galaxy SmartTag3; EI-T5900
Tracker TypeBluetooth item trackerBluetooth Channel Sounding / UWB item tracker
Tracking Network / AppSmartThings app and Galaxy Find NetworkGalaxy Find Network; SmartThings app
Colour / Design—Black or White tracker; rounded design with aluminium-decorated button; coloured silicone cases sold separately

Tracking & Connectivity

Tracking & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy SmartTagGalaxy SmartTag 3
ConnectivityBluetooth Low Energy 5.0Bluetooth Low Energy 6.0; Bluetooth Channel Sounding; Ultra Wideband; NFC
Finding RangeUp to 120 m without obstacles; actual range depends on the environmentBluetooth up to 120 m; Channel Sounding up to 60 m with line of sight; UWB up to 20 m; obstacles and device support affect range
Finding FeaturesNearby audible finding; Galaxy Find Network can locate the tag from scanned data beyond its Bluetooth rangeRing Your Tag; supported Galaxy Compass View; NFC Lost Mode; supported Galaxy Ring Phone and Left Behind Alert
Finding Technology—Enhanced Compass View on supported Galaxy hardware; Bluetooth Channel Sounding / UWB distance and direction; Galaxy network-assisted location

Smart Features

Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy SmartTagGalaxy SmartTag 3
Smart / Lost Item FeaturesButton control of compatible IoT devices registered in SmartThingsMovement alerts; location history up to 7 days; family sharing; SmartThings routines; Place Notification is a trial feature
Speaker / AlertBuilt-in buzzerBuilt-in buzzer; adjustable ringtone and volume

Battery & Protection

Battery & Protection specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy SmartTagGalaxy SmartTag 3
Battery / Battery LifeReplaceable CR2032 coin cell; manufacturer maximum of 300 days, depending on usageReplaceable CR2032 coin cell; up to 550 days normal / up to 790 days power-saving mode
Water / Dust Resistance—IP67 dust/water resistance; up to 1 m for 30 minutes

Compatibility & Physical

Compatibility & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy SmartTagGalaxy SmartTag 3
Compatibility / CertificationCompatible Galaxy smartphones and tablets with Android 8.0 or later; SmartThings app requiredCompatible Galaxy devices with Android 12+; limited SmartThings support on iOS 17+. Compass View, Ring Phone and Left Behind Alert are Galaxy-only features. Advanced finding requires supported Galaxy UWB/Channel Sounding hardware
Dimensions / Weight / In the Box39.1 × 39.1 × 10.4 mm; 13 gPer tracker: 31 × 31 × 8.2 mm; 9.15 g. In the box: Galaxy SmartTag3 ×1, battery attached, battery-tray eject pin, quick-start guide

Similarities

  • Both have a range of up to 120 m.
  • Both use CR2032 (battery / battery life).
  • Both are made by Samsung.

In summary

The Galaxy SmartTag 3 is the better buy for almost everyone, with a lighter build.

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