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Samsung Galaxy SmartTag vs Apple AirTag

Compare finding networks, range, battery and durability.

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Samsung Galaxy SmartTag

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag

  • 13 g.
  • Replaceable CR2032 coin cell.
  • SmartThings app and Galaxy Find Network.
  • Speaker / alert: buzzer.
  • Finding range: up to 120 m without obstacles.
KSh 4,000In 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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Our quick verdict

The Apple AirTag is lighter (11 g), while the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag costs KSh 2,500 less.

Weight

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag
13 g
Apple AirTag
11 g

Features

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag
Nearby audible finding
Apple AirTag
Play Sound, Precision Finding

Battery capacity

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

Connections

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag
Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0
Apple AirTag
Bluetooth

Speaker / alert

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

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag

  • Lower price: KSh 4,000 (vs KSh 6,500).

Apple AirTag

  • Ultra Wideband Precision Finding (points you to the item on supported phones).
  • Lighter: 11 g (vs 13 g).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PrioritySamsung Galaxy SmartTagApple AirTag
FeaturesNearby audible findingPlay Sound, Precision Finding
Weight13 g11 g
Battery capacityReplaceable CR2032 coin cellUser-replaceable CR2032 coin cell
ConnectionsBluetooth Low Energy 5.0Bluetooth
Speaker / alertBuilt-in buzzerBuilt-in speaker

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy SmartTagApple AirTag (1 Pack)
BrandSamsungApple

Tracker

Tracker specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy SmartTagApple AirTag (1 Pack)
Brand / ModelSamsung Galaxy SmartTag (EI-T5300 family)Apple AirTag (1st generation, 2021); MX532AM/A
Tracker TypeBluetooth item trackerBluetooth item tracker
Tracking Network / AppSmartThings app and Galaxy Find NetworkApple Find My network / Find My app
Colour / Design—White; polished stainless-steel enclosure

Tracking & Connectivity

Tracking & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy SmartTagApple AirTag (1 Pack)
ConnectivityBluetooth Low Energy 5.0Bluetooth; Apple U1 Ultra Wideband; NFC
Finding RangeUp to 120 m without obstacles; actual range depends on the environment—
Finding FeaturesNearby audible finding; Galaxy Find Network can locate the tag from scanned data beyond its Bluetooth rangePlay Sound; Precision Finding; Lost Mode with NFC contact recovery
Finding Technology—Bluetooth proximity; U1-based Precision Finding on supported iPhone; Find My network-assisted location

Smart Features

Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy SmartTagApple AirTag (1 Pack)
Smart / Lost Item FeaturesButton 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 Galaxy SmartTagApple AirTag (1 Pack)
Battery / Battery LifeReplaceable CR2032 coin cell; manufacturer maximum of 300 days, depending on usageUser-replaceable CR2032 coin cell; over 1 year with everyday use
Water / Dust Resistance—IP67 dust/water resistance; tested at up to 1 m for 30 minutes

Compatibility & Physical

Compatibility & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy SmartTagApple AirTag (1 Pack)
Compatibility / CertificationCompatible Galaxy smartphones and tablets with Android 8.0 or later; SmartThings app 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 Box39.1 × 39.1 × 10.4 mm; 13 gPer tracker: 31.9 mm diameter × 8.0 mm; 11 g. In the box: AirTag ×1, CR2032 battery installed in each, documentation

Similarities

  • Both use CR2032 (battery / battery life).
  • Same tracker type: Bluetooth item tracker.

In summary

For most buyers the Apple AirTag is the better buy; the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag makes sense if price matters most, as it costs about 38% less.

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