Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Wins
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
8.6
Outdoor enthusiasts and athletes wanting rugged Android smartwatch durability
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Score Comparison
Criteria
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Amazfit Active 2
Overall Score
8.6
8.1
Health Insights & AI
9.2
8.2
Sleep Tracking
8.8
7.8
Battery Life
7.5
8.5
Value for Money
6.5
9.0
Design & Comfort
9.2
8.0
Activity Tracking
9.0
7.8
App & Ecosystem
9.0
7.5
Pricing & Features
Specification
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Amazfit Active 2
Price
$649
$99
Released
25-Jul-25
01-Mar-25
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Outdoor enthusiasts and athletes wanting rugged Android smartwatch durability
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra brings rugged adventure-ready features to Android users, offering a compelling alternative to Apple Watch Ultra for those in the Samsung ecosystem.
Strengths
- Rugged titanium construction for extreme sports
- 100-hour battery in power saving mode
- Dual-frequency GPS for superior accuracy
- Water resistant to 10ATM (100m)
Limitations
- Premium $649 price tag
- Large 47mm case may overwhelm smaller wrists
- Still shorter battery than Garmin alternatives
When to Choose Amazfit Active 2
Value seekers wanting AI coaching and offline maps without subscriptions
The Amazfit Active 2 punches above its weight with Zepp AI Coach and offline mapping, offering premium features at a mid-range price.
Strengths
- Zepp AI Coach provides personalized training
- Full offline mapping
- External sensor support (HR straps)
- Round smartwatch design at $99
Limitations
- GPS accuracy inconsistent
- Zepp OS can feel sluggish
- Conservative training load estimates