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Samsung SmartTag 2 vs Apple AirTag

Compare finding networks, range, battery and durability.

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Samsung SmartTag 2

Samsung SmartTag 2

  • 13.75 g.
  • Replaceable CR2032 coin cell.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance.
  • Tracking network / app: smartThings Find.
  • Speaker / alert: buzzer.
KSh 4,500In Stock
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Apple AirTag (1 Pack)

Apple AirTag (1 Pack)

  • 11 g.
  • User-replaceable CR2032 coin cell.
  • Bluetooth.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance.
  • Speaker.
KSh 6,500In Stock

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Galaxy SmartTag 2 (1pack)KSh 4,500
Apple AirTag 2KSh 7,000
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Our quick verdict

The Apple AirTag is lighter (11 g), while the Samsung SmartTag 2 costs KSh 2,000 less.

Weight

Samsung SmartTag 2
13.75 g
Apple AirTag
11 g

Battery capacity

Samsung SmartTag 2
Replaceable CR2032 coin cell
Apple AirTag
User-replaceable CR2032 coin cell

Connections

Samsung SmartTag 2
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3
Apple AirTag
Bluetooth

Speaker / alert

Samsung SmartTag 2
Built-in buzzer
Apple AirTag
Built-in speaker

Finding features

Samsung SmartTag 2
Search Nearby and Ring Your Tag for nearby finding
Apple AirTag
Play Sound, Precision Finding

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung SmartTag 2

  • Lower price: KSh 4,500 (vs KSh 6,500).

Apple AirTag

  • Lighter: 11 g (vs 13.75 g).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PrioritySamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag
Weight13.75 g11 g
Battery capacityReplaceable CR2032 coin cellUser-replaceable CR2032 coin cell
ConnectionsBluetooth Low Energy 5.3Bluetooth
Speaker / alertBuilt-in buzzerBuilt-in speaker
Water / dust resistanceIP67: tested in up to 1 metre of fresh water for 30 minutesIP67 dust/water resistance
Finding technologyCompass View requires a UWB-enabled Galaxy smartphone with Android 11 or laterBluetooth proximity

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag (1 Pack)
BrandSamsungApple

Tracker

Tracker specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag (1 Pack)
Brand / ModelSamsung Galaxy SmartTag2Apple AirTag (1st generation, 2021); MX532AM/A
Tracker TypeBluetooth and Ultra Wideband item trackerBluetooth item tracker
Tracking Network / AppSmartThings Find; Samsung account login and tag registration requiredApple Find My network / Find My app
Colour / Design—White; polished stainless-steel enclosure

Tracking & Connectivity

Tracking & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag (1 Pack)
ConnectivityBluetooth Low Energy 5.3; Ultra Wideband; NFC for Lost ModeBluetooth; Apple U1 Ultra Wideband; NFC
Finding TechnologyCompass View requires a UWB-enabled Galaxy smartphone with Android 11 or later; availability varies by device, software and countryBluetooth proximity; U1-based Precision Finding on supported iPhone; Find My network-assisted location
Finding RangeBluetooth range up to 120 m; obstacles and environment affect performance—
Finding FeaturesSearch Nearby and Ring Your Tag for nearby findingPlay Sound; Precision Finding; Lost Mode with NFC contact recovery

Smart Features

Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag (1 Pack)
Smart / Lost Item FeaturesLost Mode can show pre-registered contact information on an internet-connected NFC-reading phone; button control of compatible IoT devices registered in SmartThingsShare with up to 5 other people using supported Apple software; unwanted-tracker alerts and audible notification when separated from owner
Speaker / AlertBuilt-in buzzerBuilt-in speaker

Battery & Protection

Battery & Protection specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag (1 Pack)
Battery / Battery LifeReplaceable CR2032 coin cell; manufacturer claim up to 500 days with typical simulated usage, up to 40% longer in Power Saving Mode; actual life variesUser-replaceable CR2032 coin cell; over 1 year with everyday use
Water / Dust ResistanceIP67: tested in up to 1 metre of fresh water for 30 minutes; not advised for beach or pool useIP67 dust/water resistance; tested at up to 1 m for 30 minutes

Compatibility & Physical

Compatibility & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag (1 Pack)
Compatibility / CertificationCompatible Galaxy smartphone or tablet with Android 9.0 or later and over 3GB RAM; Samsung account and SmartThings Find registration requiredApple Account; iPhone/iPod touch with iOS 14.5+ or iPad with iPadOS 14.5+; Precision Finding requires iPhone 11 or later, excluding iPhone SE (2nd/3rd generation) and iPhone 16e
Dimensions / Weight / In the Box28.8 × 52.44 × 8.0 mm; 13.75 gPer tracker: 31.9 mm diameter × 8.0 mm; 11 g. In the box: AirTag ×1, CR2032 battery installed in each, documentation

Similarities

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

In summary

For most buyers the Apple AirTag is the better buy; the Samsung SmartTag 2 makes sense if price matters most, as it costs about 31% less.

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