GALAXY WATCH 3 vs WATCH ACTIVE 2 by Samsung (Worth The Extra $150?)

The Galaxy Watch 3 is much more expensive than the Galaxy Watch Active 2, but what is actually different? Should you save your money and go with the GWA2, or spend it on the newer and more premium model? This video is a full comparison between these two devices!

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This video was not sponsored. I purchased the unit reviewed in this video with my own money. This did not affect my review of this device. I tested the Watch 3 thoroughly and reviewed both pros and cons. As described below, many of the featured products in this description are from our partners. This does not influence our content. For more, please continue reading below.

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So what's the verdict? Are you Team GWA2 or Team Galaxy Watch 3??
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[tahsinhasnayn]

I watched your watch active 2 review and bought one for myself a few months ago. Really appreciate the work you're doing, I hope your channel grows!

[AltafKapadia]

After watching both of your videos on GW3, im just going to stick with my active 2. In terms of specs, besides storage and design, they are both the same. Thanks for the detailed comparison !

[squaremug]

i scrached my active 2 not long ago. i used toothpaste and a piece of cloth to polish it with. it removed the scratch so well, it felt like some dark magic was involved.

[jordyv.]

As much as I'd love to have the watch 3, it's just not worth the money. I have the Active 2 and it works fine

[markpolintan]

you can always gear up active 2, adding case and changing the wrist band (those from amazon) and it looks good.

[nishanthapathirana]

Thank You for bringing this comparison so quick

[derrickm]

I think I will go with the active 2. I love the S3 frontier look more than the watch 3. And to get those updated inner guts "sensors" for my activities, the active 2 will suffice.

[santanuchetiya]

Bought a fossil gen 5 6 month back after watching your review which was spot have helped me in making an informed decision with real life pros and with the purchase...thanks mate..

[hcprtk]

You deserve a lot more recognition! Great, informative video :')

[kunalchitravanshi]

Hey amazing video. Just bought active 2 non LTE version. just have one question. Is it possible to use my Bluetooth earphones for call audios. Every time I pick the call using my watch it automatically turns the watch mic and speaker on in place of the Bluetooth earphones that are connected to mobile. I want to use my earphones for call audio and my watch to pick or cancel the call.

[kotarokotaro]

What should i buy for fitness. Honor watch magic 2 or samsung galaxy active 2?

[imik_plays]

The top version costs 450€ where I live. I bought my Gear S3 Frontier for more than half the price about 2-3 years ago. What has changed? Almost nothing, only small changes. I'm waiting for some bigger change, for me It's not worth the price. I would consider buying if it was for like 300-350€ max.

[stixxbixby]

Great quality content Mike, thank you!
I actually prefer the bezellless look of the WA2, especially in the stainless steel variant with the leather strap - classy & clean ⌚.

[apjxult]

Does the watch 3 have the same waterproofing capabilities as the active 2? I do want to a nice looking watch but also be active, like swimming and such

[AKASHANANDIPM-Batch]

Like few others in the comment section, I bought my GWA2 after watching your videos. Now it is my most favorite piece of tech I own. Thanks a lot for your videos. Keep it up!

[good-tnsr]

Have an Apple Watch series 5 but the active 2 looks so much nicer, cause it’s so minimalist looking

[tomscally]

Good review. I actually bought the Active 2 to lose the bezel. I have fitted a stick-on glassy screen to protect the watch face and use a Spigen rubber surround to protect it. Best of both worlds. Happy with my 2!

[eobardthawne]

And what about the ECG And BP monitor ? They were promised on the Active 2 and they haven't come yet. WIll they be available in the UK (where I live)? If they dont im full on switching to Apple this October.

[coolsurfer]

Mike, absolutely love your content. this video helped me decide on the Active 2 instead of watch 3. have you encountered the repeatedly disconnecting issue? i have to reconnect my active 2 literally every day with my huawei mate 20 pro. i have all apps and OS updated. any help please?