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Apple AirTag vs Apple AirTag 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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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

Choose the Apple AirTag if you want a lighter build (11 g).

Weight

Apple AirTag
11 g
Apple AirTag 2
11.8 g

Battery / battery life

Apple AirTag
User-replaceable CR2032 coin cell
Apple AirTag 2
User-replaceable CR2032 coin cell, more than 1 year

Speaker / alert

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

Connectivity

Apple AirTag
Bluetooth, Apple U1 Ultra Wideband
Apple AirTag 2
Bluetooth, second-generation Apple Ultra Wideband chip

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple AirTag

  • Lighter: 11 g.

Apple AirTag 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

  • Play Sound, Precision Finding.
  • 11 g.
  • User-replaceable CR2032 coin cell.
  • Built-in speaker.
  • Bluetooth, Apple U1 Ultra Wideband.
  • Bluetooth proximity.

Apple AirTag 2

  • Play Sound, Precision Finding.
  • 11.8 g.
  • User-replaceable CR2032 coin cell, more than 1 year.
  • Built-in speaker, 50% louder than previous generation.
  • Bluetooth, second-generation Apple Ultra Wideband chip.
  • Second-generation UWB Precision Finding on supported iPhone and Apple Watch.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTag (1 Pack)Apple AirTag 2
BrandAppleApple

Tracker

Tracker specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTag (1 Pack)Apple AirTag 2
Brand / ModelApple AirTag (1st generation, 2021); MX532AM/AApple AirTag (2nd generation, 2026)
Tracker TypeBluetooth item trackerBluetooth / UWB item tracker
Colour / DesignWhite; polished stainless-steel enclosureWhite; polished metal exterior
Tracking Network / AppApple Find My network / Find My appApple Find My network / Find My app

Tracking & Connectivity

Tracking & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTag (1 Pack)Apple AirTag 2
ConnectivityBluetooth; Apple U1 Ultra Wideband; NFCBluetooth; second-generation Apple Ultra Wideband chip; NFC
Finding TechnologyBluetooth proximity; U1-based Precision Finding on supported iPhone; Find My network-assisted locationSecond-generation UWB Precision Finding on supported iPhone and Apple Watch; Bluetooth proximity; Find My network-assisted location
Finding FeaturesPlay Sound; Precision Finding; Lost Mode with NFC contact recoveryPlay Sound; Precision Finding; Lost Mode with NFC contact recovery

Smart Features

Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTag (1 Pack)Apple AirTag 2
Smart / Lost Item FeaturesShare with up to 5 other people using supported Apple software; unwanted-tracker alerts and audible notification when separated from ownerShare with up to 5 other people using supported Apple software; cross-platform unwanted-tracking alerts
Speaker / AlertBuilt-in speakerBuilt-in speaker; 50% louder than previous generation

Battery & Protection

Battery & Protection specifications comparison
SpecificationApple AirTag (1 Pack)Apple AirTag 2
Battery / Battery LifeUser-replaceable CR2032 coin cell; over 1 year with everyday useUser-replaceable CR2032 coin cell; more than 1 year
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)Apple AirTag 2
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 16eSetup: 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 BoxPer tracker: 31.9 mm diameter × 8.0 mm; 11 g. In the box: AirTag ×1, CR2032 battery installed in each, documentationPer 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).
  • Same tracking network / app: Apple Find My network / Find My app.
  • Same finding features: Play Sound.
  • Both are made by Apple.

In summary

Choose Apple AirTag for a lighter build.

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