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Apple AirTag vs Galaxy SmartTag 2

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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 (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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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple AirTag if you want a lighter build (11 g) and a lower price (KSh 5,500 less).

Weight

Apple AirTag
11 g
Galaxy SmartTag 2
13.75 g

Battery capacity

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

Connections

Apple AirTag
Bluetooth
Galaxy SmartTag 2
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3

Speaker / alert

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

Finding technology

Apple AirTag
Bluetooth proximity
Galaxy SmartTag 2
Bluetooth nearby finding

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple AirTag

  • Lighter: 11 g.
  • Lower price: KSh 6,500 (KSh 5,500 less).

Galaxy SmartTag 2

No clear advantage over the Apple AirTag in the published specifications. Check the detailed comparison for features that matter to you.

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6 priorities selected.

Apple AirTag

  • 11 g.
  • User-replaceable CR2032 coin cell.
  • Bluetooth.
  • Built-in speaker.
  • Bluetooth proximity.
  • Play Sound, Precision Finding.

Galaxy SmartTag 2

  • 13.75 g.
  • Replaceable CR2032 coin cell.
  • Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3.
  • Built-in buzzer.
  • Bluetooth nearby finding.
  • Search Nearby, Ring Your Tag.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTag (1 Pack)Galaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
BrandAppleSamsung

Tracker

Tracker specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTag (1 Pack)Galaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
Brand / ModelApple AirTag (1st generation, 2021); MX532AM/ASamsung Galaxy SmartTag2; EI-T5600
Tracker TypeBluetooth item trackerBluetooth / UWB item tracker
Colour / DesignWhite; polished stainless-steel enclosure4-pack: 2 Black + 2 White; metal-reinforced attachment loop
Tracking Network / AppApple Find My network / Find My appSamsung SmartThings Find / Galaxy Find Network; SmartThings app

Tracking & Connectivity

Tracking & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTag (1 Pack)Galaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
ConnectivityBluetooth; Apple U1 Ultra Wideband; NFCBluetooth Low Energy 5.3; Ultra Wideband; NFC
Finding TechnologyBluetooth proximity; U1-based Precision Finding on supported iPhone; Find My network-assisted locationBluetooth nearby finding; UWB Compass View on supported Galaxy devices; Samsung network-assisted location
Finding FeaturesPlay Sound; Precision Finding; Lost Mode with NFC contact recoverySearch 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 AirTag (1 Pack)Galaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
Smart / Lost Item FeaturesShare with up to 5 other people using supported Apple software; unwanted-tracker alerts and audible notification when separated from ownerProgrammable button for compatible SmartThings IoT controls; Lost Mode contact information can be read by an NFC-enabled Android phone or iPhone
Speaker / AlertBuilt-in speakerBuilt-in buzzer

Battery & Protection

Battery & Protection specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTag (1 Pack)Galaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
Battery / Battery LifeUser-replaceable CR2032 coin cell; over 1 year with everyday useReplaceable CR2032 coin cell; up to 500 days in normal mode / up to 700 days in power-saving mode
Water / Dust ResistanceIP67 dust/water resistance; tested at up to 1 m for 30 minutesIP67 dust/water resistance; tested at up to 1 m for 30 minutes

Compatibility & Physical

Compatibility & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTag (1 Pack)Galaxy SmartTag 2 (4pack)
Compatibility / CertificationApple 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 16eCompatible 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 BoxPer tracker: 31.9 mm diameter × 8.0 mm; 11 g. In the box: AirTag ×1, CR2032 battery installed in each, documentationPer 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

Choose Apple AirTag: it offers a lighter build and costs less.

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