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Samsung SmartTag 2 vs Apple AirTag 2

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 2

Apple AirTag 2

  • 11.8 g.
  • User-replaceable CR2032 coin cell.
  • Bluetooth.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance.
  • Speaker.
KSh 7,000Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Apple AirTag 2 is the better buy: it is lighter (11.8 g), with the same IP67 rating as the Samsung SmartTag 2.

Weight

Samsung SmartTag 2
13.75 g
Apple AirTag 2
11.8 g

Battery capacity

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

Connections

Samsung SmartTag 2
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3
Apple AirTag 2
Bluetooth

Tracker type

Samsung SmartTag 2
Bluetooth and Ultra Wideband item tracker
Apple AirTag 2
Bluetooth / UWB item tracker

Speaker / alert

Samsung SmartTag 2
Built-in buzzer
Apple AirTag 2
Built-in speaker, 50% louder than previous generation

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung SmartTag 2

  • Replaceable CR2032 coin cell.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance.

Apple AirTag 2

  • Lighter: 11.8 g (vs 13.75 g).

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6 priorities selected.
How each product answers the selected priorities
PrioritySamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag 2
Weight13.75 g11.8 g
Battery capacityReplaceable CR2032 coin cellUser-replaceable CR2032 coin cell
ConnectionsBluetooth Low Energy 5.3Bluetooth
Tracker typeBluetooth and Ultra Wideband item trackerBluetooth / UWB item tracker
Speaker / alertBuilt-in buzzerBuilt-in speaker, 50% louder than previous generation
Water / dust resistanceIP67: tested in up to 1 metre of fresh water for 30 minutesIP67 dust/water resistance

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag 2
BrandSamsungApple

Tracker

Tracker specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag 2
Brand / ModelSamsung Galaxy SmartTag2Apple AirTag (2nd generation, 2026)
Tracker TypeBluetooth and Ultra Wideband item trackerBluetooth / UWB item tracker
Tracking Network / AppSmartThings Find; Samsung account login and tag registration requiredApple Find My network / Find My app
Colour / Design—White; polished metal exterior

Tracking & Connectivity

Tracking & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag 2
ConnectivityBluetooth Low Energy 5.3; Ultra Wideband; NFC for Lost ModeBluetooth; second-generation Apple Ultra Wideband chip; NFC
Finding TechnologyCompass View requires a UWB-enabled Galaxy smartphone with Android 11 or later; availability varies by device, software and countrySecond-generation UWB Precision Finding on supported iPhone and Apple Watch; Bluetooth proximity; 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 2
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; cross-platform unwanted-tracking alerts
Speaker / AlertBuilt-in buzzerBuilt-in speaker; 50% louder than previous generation

Battery & Protection

Battery & Protection specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Apple AirTag 2
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; more than 1 year
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 2
Compatibility / CertificationCompatible Galaxy smartphone or tablet with Android 9.0 or later and over 3GB RAM; Samsung account and SmartThings Find registration requiredSetup: iPhone with iOS 26.2.1+ or iPad with iPadOS 26.1+. Precision Finding: iPhone Air or iPhone 15 and later, excluding iPhone 16e; Apple Watch Series 9+ or Ultra 2+ with watchOS 26.2.1; availability varies by region
Dimensions / Weight / In the Box28.8 × 52.44 × 8.0 mm; 13.75 gPer tracker: 31.9 mm diameter × 8.0 mm; 11.8 g. Selected 1-pack: AirTag ×1. Selected 4-pack: AirTag ×4. CR2032 battery installed in each; documentation

Similarities

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

In summary

The Apple AirTag 2 is the better buy for almost everyone, with a lighter build.

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