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Samsung SmartTag 2 vs Xiaomi Tag

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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Xiaomi Tag

Xiaomi Tag

  • 10 g.
  • Replaceable CR2032 button cell.
  • IP67 water and dust resistance.
  • Tracking network / app: Apple Find My OR Google Android Find Hub.
  • Speaker / alert: piezoelectric buzzer.
KSh 3,500In Stock
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Galaxy SmartTag 2 (1pack)KSh 4,500
Apple AirTag 2KSh 7,000
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Eufy SmartTrack CardKSh 3,890
Oraimo OTag Tracker OSH-006AKSh 3,000
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Our quick verdict

The Xiaomi Tag is the better buy: it is lighter (10 g), with the same IP67 rating as the Samsung SmartTag 2.

Weight

Samsung SmartTag 2
13.75 g
Xiaomi Tag
10 g

Battery capacity

Samsung SmartTag 2
Replaceable CR2032 coin cell
Xiaomi Tag
Replaceable CR2032 button cell

Connections

Samsung SmartTag 2
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3
Xiaomi Tag
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.4

Finding features

Samsung SmartTag 2
Search Nearby and Ring Your Tag for nearby finding
Xiaomi Tag
Play sound, Lost Mode

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung SmartTag 2

  • Ultra Wideband Precision Finding (points you to the item on supported phones).

Xiaomi Tag

  • Works with Apple Find My or Google Find Hub (vs Samsung SmartThings Find only).
  • Lighter: 10 g (vs 13.75 g).
  • Lower price: KSh 3,500 (vs KSh 4,500).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PrioritySamsung SmartTag 2Xiaomi Tag
Weight13.75 g10 g
Battery capacityReplaceable CR2032 coin cellReplaceable CR2032 button cell
ConnectionsBluetooth Low Energy 5.3Bluetooth Low Energy 5.4
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, selected network-assisted location
Finding featuresSearch Nearby and Ring Your Tag for nearby findingPlay sound, Lost Mode

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Xiaomi Tag
BrandSamsungXiaomi

Tracker

Tracker specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Xiaomi Tag
Brand / ModelSamsung Galaxy SmartTag2Xiaomi Tag; BHR08SPGL
Tracker TypeBluetooth and Ultra Wideband item trackerBluetooth item tracker
Tracking Network / AppSmartThings Find; Samsung account login and tag registration requiredApple Find My OR Google Android Find Hub; one network at a time
Colour / Design—White; compact attachment-loop design

Tracking & Connectivity

Tracking & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Xiaomi Tag
ConnectivityBluetooth Low Energy 5.3; Ultra Wideband; NFC for Lost ModeBluetooth Low Energy 5.4; NFC (Lost Mode contact recovery in Apple Find My mode)
Finding TechnologyCompass View requires a UWB-enabled Galaxy smartphone with Android 11 or later; availability varies by device, software and countryBluetooth proximity; selected network-assisted location; audible finding
Finding RangeBluetooth range up to 120 m; obstacles and environment affect performance—
Finding FeaturesSearch Nearby and Ring Your Tag for nearby findingPlay sound; Lost Mode; NFC contact recovery in Find My mode; Google Find Hub nearby owner-information display

Smart Features

Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Xiaomi Tag
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 SmartThingsLeft-behind alerts in Apple Find My mode only; item sharing; encrypted location information and unwanted-tracker alerts through supported network
Speaker / AlertBuilt-in buzzerBuilt-in piezoelectric buzzer

Battery & Protection

Battery & Protection specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Xiaomi Tag
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 variesReplaceable CR2032 button cell
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; up to 1 m for 30 minutes

Compatibility & Physical

Compatibility & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung SmartTag 2Xiaomi Tag
Compatibility / CertificationCompatible Galaxy smartphone or tablet with Android 9.0 or later and over 3GB RAM; Samsung account and SmartThings Find registration requiredAndroid phones/tablets with Android 9+; iPhone/iPad with iOS/iPadOS 14.5+. Find My and Find Hub cannot be used simultaneously; a tracker paired to one network cannot be located using the other
Dimensions / Weight / In the Box28.8 × 52.44 × 8.0 mm; 13.75 gPer tracker: 46.5 × 31 × 7.2 mm; net weight 10 g. In the box for BHR08SPGL: Xiaomi Tag ×1, user manual ×1

Similarities

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

In summary

The Xiaomi Tag is the better buy for almost everyone, with a lighter build.

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