Samsung - Galaxy Watch4 Classic

Watches arent designed to be upgraded every year - there's very little difference from the model 5 years ago to the latest one. If you're going from FE to Ultra then yeah, but you'll notice a bigger difference going from say a watch 7 FE to a watch 7 ultra than you will going from a watch 5 FE to a watch 7 FE (if it exists, but you get my gist) Samsung used to have a "comparison" page where you could compare one model to another. See if that's still there, and see if there's anything you REALLY care about that justifies the cost. The main difference with watch generations is "how long is it supported" , but again, unlike phones, that rarely means you'll get new features. If your watch works, then keep it. You'll likely be dissapointed with the improvements compared to the cost difference. I went from a Gear Watch 3 classic to a watch4 classic and felt like there was zero difference, then from a watch4 to a watch7 ultra and the only difference I notice is the screen size. Its a watch. I dont spend hours looking at it. I dont run high-load apps on it. Its a watch. If I had made either of those upgrades at retail cost I woukd be gutted and feel ripped off. Headphones , however, can be noticeably different. Depending on your appreciation of music, what you listen to, how you listen to it, etc. If you havent got a tuned-ear, only listen to highly-processed pop or country, and use Spotify- then buds pro are probably also not worth the upgrade. But still more worth it than a minor watch upgrade.

I'm using it to track my runs, switch from the Galaxy Watch 4 classic. I had the 42mm model, this one is 46mm, I quite like the slightly bigger form factor though. It's not disturbing or anything like that. Pro: \- GPS is way better, on the same track, the Samsung "lost" about 100m after each lap \- battery life is a no brainer for the OP3 \- no (Samsung) bloat, NO BIXBY, no proprietrary payment system you need to work around \- it also seems to be more strict on the sleep quality calculation, body energy level measurement (which I think is sort of BS anyway, but Garmin has it as well) \- tracking a hike session will not drain the watch in just 2 hours (like wtf Samsung?) \- I also like the NFC chip placement, it's on the upper part of the watch, so you don't have to twist your hand to pay (if worn on the left hand, ofc) \- I also like that Google Wallet doesn't enforce the screen lock, with the Samsung I had to apply screen lock, just for installing Wallet, and on top of that, it barely worked Con: \- Samsung's watch manager app is way better \- no rotating bezel (just a functional, rotating crown) Another weird thing is that Google Fit on the watch usually counts more steps than the OHealth app.

I definetely feel the advantages of that slightly bigger size. It uses GBoard and is fairly easy to write short messages on it (albeit I rarely do it), I like it better than the GW4 (but this again comes down to the superior performance and larger screen).

I'd say go for the OnePlus Watch 3, it has Garmin-like battery life with all the WearOS goodies. edit: the OHealth app also provides a lot of stats for my runs, but the watch in general is a bit more strict when it scores your sleep or calculates the burned calories, etc. I had a GW4 classic, compared to that the calorie consumption for the same workout is always less by a good 10-20% (not sure which is more accurate)

I still have the watch 4 classic as well. Need a steeper discount as well

Got the 4 Classic from launch.. battery seems pretty shot, worth the upgrade to the classic or ultra?

No issues or complaints here but then again I only compare it to my GW4C and pixel has been more accurate. I don't get super nerdy or care about GPS being a little off like some do. Good news is the ps4 is supposed to have a better gps.

I use a pixel 7 phone with a Samsung Galaxy 4 classic.  I had the same requirements as you and upgraded from a Fitbit. I wish that it wasn't so Samsungy, but it doesn't get in the way and does all that you describe. I have been very happy with the purchase. 

Yes is the 46mm and wrist diameter is 18cm. I use it for notifications, sleep tracking, gym workout tracking and just as a regular watch replacement I guess. Had galaxy watch 4 classic before for the last 4 years and charging it daily was good enough for all of those things (didn't sleep track with that one) but this is better in all aspects while looking much nicer.

I recommend u to watch video of a youtuber named the quantified scientist,I would pick fit cause I have cause but I use a watch 4 (I doubled the money by betting please don't do that please please I left that it was a one-time thing)or u can look for Huawei band idk what is better but (he is the best in terms of fitness test and data)

For fitness aspect I recommend u to watch his vedio and then form factor ui is on indivual discussion for me it was fitness and I got it watch 4.for 8.5k the classic model then depends on the device u use which brand it is for the 'ecosystem' it pairs nicely with my s24 so my reason was that rest is secondary for me

(reupload because the text dissapeared) [My galaxy watch classic 4](https://preview.redd.it/qzi4q1uf3c0f1.jpg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6cf9465efee5b9455657c1d08dd9adfc8eebd929) I've been using the Galaxy watch 4 classic for a while, but I'm starting to have some issues and am looking for advice to find a suitable upgrade. My main issues with my current watch are: * The battery life: i only get 1-2 days of battery life, and the charging is really slow. (It takes two hours!) * The processor: it feels slow and unresponsive, animations are lagging (I'm using pujie watch faces) Anyway, I've been trying to find a suitable replacement, but i find the current market confusing. These are the watches I've been considering: * galaxy watch ultra (good processor, but bad battery?) * huawei gt5 pro (very good battery, seems to good to be true. No Google play and Thus no pujie?) * OnePlus watch 3 (I've got a OnePlus phone, so compatibility should be great, don't know about processor speed or battery life) * some Garmin watch? (They have great battery life i think, but i want an OLED screen i think) So my question is, which watch would you recommend? TLDR; I'm looking for a smart watch with good battery life and processor speed, any advice is greatly appreciated

Yep I've been thinking about getting rid of it and just replacing the battery in my 4 classic. Hopefully they release a classic version of the 8.

Upgrading from GWC4 here for pretty much the same reasons.. Battery has been degraded so much from daily charging, and factory reset doesn't help with the lag that will eventually come when every updates are installed. Aside from the design change which you may or may not like, it's pretty much an upgrade: OneUI 8, brighter screen, bigger battery, more comfortable fit and strap (hybrid band is included OOTB), the button and the wheel are much more tactile, and oh you get an extra button too. Caveat? I think if you have newer (flat) Duo charger the extra bulbous base in GWC8 prevents it from charging, the same goes with power sharing from your phone. The screen is smaller than GWC4 46mm and bigger than GWC42mm. I found it as a non issue though. I think style wise it's more well proportioned this way.

Considering how slow the GW4 was compared to the OG Pixel watch.... You clearly haven't used both.

I have a GW4 running OS5, and a PW2 running same. Pixel is simpler, feels like it does less, but I may not know enough about it yet. I'm only on day 4 with it. The GW4 works great, just not enough battery life. But it has more options for tiles and other customization that I just haven't found on the pixel yet.

I changed a galaxy watch4 for a Garmin Fénix 8 and there is no color.....no point of comparison.

I second this. Galaxy Watch 4 or higher, when on sale. Do not fall for cheap ones and those from Amazfit etc. They are just bigger fitness bands. Sleep tracking is over rated btw, imo. Unless doctor asked you to track, do not put much thought into tracking your sleep. The more you are becoming aware of your sleep pattern, the worse it gets. Instead, track how late you are going to bed, how to unwind from electronics about 30-45 minutes before you hit bed.

I use a Galaxy Watch 4. It's been great. A refurbished model on Amazon costs about $50.

Get a samsung watch , they are cheap and available under 15k. Samsung watch are as accurate as the other watches and they have helped me a lot in my weight loss journey from 112 kg to 72.

Things I used my galaxy watch 4 for: 1. Sleep score - it was pretty decent in tracking my sleep 2. Most of the workouts i was tracking under other workouts. During the workout it provides you a rough estimate of calories burnt and active heart rate 3. Stress levels - I always thought this was useless as it showed I was only stressed while working out and other times it showed low stress. I only started to believe that it works when I lost my mother. For two weeks after her death the watch showed high stress even though physical stress was minimal. 4. Meal tracking - it has a good interface along with samsung health to capture your meals. It has basic calories of western food and you can individually add macros of food you eat by looking up.their macros from myfitnesspal or similar website. This is one time effort and in the future you can just the food and macros are added accordingly on your daily calorie intake 5. Calories burnt - since it calculates your body composition, it has an approx bmr value for you. It uses this and is based on activities per day . It tells you a rough value for the day. Since you know how much you ate through meal tracking, and now you know how much calories you burnt . This is a good idea about your calorie deficit which is critical for weight loss. Mind you even if this a rough estimate, this is better than no tracking.

I have a galaxy watch 4

It was 9999. I bought it in Jan of 2023

The Galaxy watch 8 internal speaker is a big downgrade no one is talking about, it sounds very low. In fact the galaxy watch 4 speakers sound louder than the galaxy watch 8. Anyone facing this similar issue?

Yeah, the battery on the FE is definitely the shittiest of the current lineup. The FE is actually a rebranded Watch 4, which had a slightly smaller battery and a worse screen than the Watch 6 or Watch 7. Honestly, if you can, it might be worth swapping yours out for a Watch 6 or Watch 7 for the slightly better battery life. I mean, battery is still going to be kind of shit, but at least you should be able to get a single full day out of the 6 or 7. Also, sorry about the haters! I think your nails are fun!

I have the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and it sits atop my sleeve on my arm. I once had a supraventricular tachycardia episode and when I went to the hospital, their EKG read exactly like my watch did. They also told me it was pretty damn accurate. So I don't think it should affect it too much!

similar happened to me, but it was a Galaxy 4 and glitched immediately the very first time I got into the swimming pool. Just in case you wanna a good watch to swim, I'd recommend you a Garmin, forrunner series works perfectly under water, but they're not lifestyle watches. It took me 2+ months to get used to my new watch 'cause it's not touchscreen. the good news is that the FR 265 is (I got the 255)

I had a Galaxy 4, which says it was watter proof. The first time I got into the swimming pool, it stopped to respond to my commands and started to get heat. it was screwed 😡. a couple of months later, I bought a Garmin Forrunner 255, and it works perfectly!

Very odd I have a GW4 it doesn't track naps but my op 2r does very accurately as well.

I use the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4

I have tried Fossil. Skagen, Galaxy 4 and 6, Ticwatches, Oneplus, Amazfit watches. The ticwatches I tried had terrible vibration. I recently was surprised and found the galaxy 5 and the Galaxy 5 pro watches and they both have great vibrations. The 5 pro is thicker and its vibration is the best I have felt in years. Reminds me of the Pebble time and time steel which had a similar vibration. I would also like to point out the Galaxy watch 5 is 44 and the 5 Pro 45mm. The 40mm usually have less vibration strength.

You mention you want to use your watch for hiking I believe you are better with the Galaxy watch. The step count on the galaxy watches is right on the step count on the Oneplus watches is off. I have read this for the Oneplus 2, I experienced it on my Oneplus 2R and the Oneplus 3 has the same processors so I would be concerned. The galaxy watches get the updates the Ticwatches do not. My galaxy watches already have wear 5.0. The other problem with the Oneplus watch is the sleep monitoring. If you take a nap it will link in with your sleep score and you can not remove it. The galaxy watches have a much better sleep monitoring and if you take a nap it is registered separately so you can remove it or keep it. The stress monitoring on the Oneplus watch simply does not work. Galaxy watches win here again. If vibration strength is important to you the Galaxy 5 and 5 pro have the strongest vibration. I could go on and on.

The Galaxy watch FE in essence is the Galaxy Watch 4 hahaha, so really even changing to a watch 6 you would feel a difference in performance, but yes, the jump to 7 can be better if you are looking for better performance and a better battery (although don't think it will be gigantic). Regarding the buds, I have seen that the 3 pro have too many problems so you could opt for the 2 pro, but you can try the 3 pro, the truth is I have the normal 2 buds and they are quite good 👌

The battery still improves, as I told you, it is not a gigantic change, I had the watch 4 and I went to the 6 and I easily went from about 20 hours of the watch 4 to a day and a half, almost 2 days using the watch 6 classic, here I give an example of. For headphones you could also consider looking at options from other manufacturers, I understand the "galaxy ecosystem" thing because I am also a big fan of it, but I don't see that consideration as bad https://preview.redd.it/xdu60542s4vf1.jpeg?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e3151ba6d97dbbf0f7fecb29bd709655cd016af9

Thank you for your comment. I thought about creating a new thread to ask my question, but I'm sure it's tiresome for everyone to keep seeing me threads with similar questions so I thought I'd try and partially highjack a thread or two since I have a slight variation on the OP's question. I have run Pixel phones since the pixel 1 XL (and only bought Nexus phones before that). That said, I've owned a Galaxy watch 4 and a Galaxy Watch 5 Pro LTE (which I still wear). I've taken a hard look at the Galaxy Watch 8 series and now the PW4. There are things I like about both, but on an even playing field, I'd lean toward another Samsung since that's where my data is. However, I'm trying to see if the playing field is actually even. I've read some comments here about the PW being more accurate in areas and Samsung offering features that Google doesn't in other areas. The biggest question/concern that's nagging at me is this: I know I miss out on certain things because I don't have a Samsung phone. How does this compare to the fact that Google pay walls certain features in it's Fitbit premium subscription? Also, if you have any general advice or think I'm asking the wrong questions I'd appreciate any comments you or anyone else can make on the subject.

I switched from the Galaxy watch 4 to the Pixel watch 3 and love it. I feel like the HR is more accurate for me, but I dont really use it for fitness tracking. I also liked the way it looked better, with the rotating crown. However, the Galaxy watch Ultra will probably give similar results to the Pixel watch.

I have a gw4 ,gw7 and one plusw3. Problem with the w3 is the screen does not activate with notifications. You get the tone or the vibration, then you have to react to it by pushing the crown or touching the screen, you cannot just look down and see the notification. This is a serious oversight with the software.

I had a galaxy watch 4 for awhile (I use it because I am an android user) but I got a Venu 2 had it for about 2 years and the battery life was insane and since then I switched to a instinct 3 amoled, and the battery life is even better, I charge maybe every 2 weeks or more. I dont do crazy runs but want to soon. Rn it just tracks walks i do every day

I highly recommend Quantified Scientist on YouTube. If you watch his videos of these watches. I had a Galaxy Watch 4 before and it's HR data was poor. I have had the Pixel 2 since launch and it's HR data is much better, as close as to what actual exercise machines show. Assuming newer models are even better.

I've got an old Samsung Watch 4, and it works great with Heavy. I can leave my phone in the locker. You can find cheap used Samsung watches, you don't need the latest model.

I completely agree with @Centralredditfan. The chipset found in the W6 model is identical to the one in the W4, and unfortunately, it presents significant challenges for everyday use, including noticeable lag that can exceed six seconds at times, frequent freezes, and overheating. This makes it quite difficult to use. Furthermore, the W6C model seems to exacerbate these issues, as the bezel actions appear to take a few seconds to register within the software, or at least that is the impression. For me, the chipset upgrade in the W7 model is the most compelling reason to consider upgrading from the older generation. The second significant improvement is the upgraded sensor, as the W4 and W6 models share the same sensors. The only distinction lies in the temperature sensor and an infrared LED, which was introduced in the W6 generation to eliminate the need for green light on sleep monitoring...

This is the way. I'm thinking about doing this coming from the watch 4. Just not sure the discount is enough. It's still $200.

No...still don't feel like the discount was enough to pull the trigger. My watch 4 still seems okay, lol.

Right? Keep looking and just can't rationalize upgrading on what works fine.

My venu3 counts laps correctly (I fo not use kickboard), but it confuses styles all the time - my galaxy watch 4 did a better job here. Usability in a swimming pool is good, I would say. If you want,you can check how the things look looks like here: https://gelberhut.com/garmin-venu-3-track-swimming-in-a-swimming-pool/

I recorded 8 hours hikes with gw4. Afaik, gw5 pro and gw7ultra can easily track 10 hours of GPS tracking.

Venu 3 is way way more laggy in term of UI, is way behind in smart features, but is ahead of WearOS watches in health and sport. Unlike GW you should not expect any functional software updates (some can come). gym workout support is a tricky part on all of these watches. When I used GW4, I used gymrun. With venu3 I use built-it feature. You can check my real-life experience here: Venu3: [https://gelberhut.com/strength-training-with-a-garmin-in-a-gym/](https://gelberhut.com/strength-training-with-a-garmin-in-a-gym/) GW4 (afaik, 8 is not that different): [https://gelberhut.com/galaxy-watch-for-weight-training/](https://gelberhut.com/galaxy-watch-for-weight-training/) PS: I have no experience with OPW3

I currently use the Galaxy watch 4, which I have had for over 3 years now. I recently started running , swimming and strength training. I am looking for recommendations on smartwatches to replace my current watch. I am looking for the following: * Good battery life (minimum 3-4 days) * Should be able to track laps in indoor swimming * LTE/4G support * Onboard GPS * Support for google pay or other alternatives * Offline streaming music * Integrates well with Google Fit, Runna, Strava, etc. I am an android user. Most of the fitness watches tend to support 2 or 3 of the above requirements, but I haven't found anything that fulfil all the requirements. I am not particular about if it needs to the MIP or Amoled display. Also happy to look at older models if it meets these requirements. My budget is \~300 USD.

Galaxy watch also tracks naps, im using galaxy watch 4, mine are recorded pretty accurately in samsung health app. I was going to upgrade to OP watch 3 from Galaxy Watch 4, but its not available in india 🥲, i have heard in this sub OP Watch 2 sleep tracking is not to par with the galaxy watches. But OP Watch 3 seems to be a game changer with upgraded sensors.

Ive used whoop since the 3.0 I cancelled my subscription and got a galaxy watch 4. With my time with the galaxy watch I learnt that for my needs the whoop was better so I came back and got the 4.0 the collected data with whoop is better, the fact it had no screen is a plus as I like to wear real watches, the strength trainer in my opinion is good (could be much much better though) there's other factors but I dont want to be boring With no news on the 5.0 i got the galaxy watch ultra at the end of last year as I had heard that the watch was much better now and so was their health app. However I didnt find this again suited my needs and I really dont like smartwatches however the thing I liked about the galaxy watch Is it has sleep apnea testing, ecg and irregular heart rate notification. now that the 5.0 has them things I can say they are giving me what I want from a fitness tracker and I can put the smart watch away for good instead of having the whoop and galaxy watch on me at all times. The whoop 5.0 has what I want. That being said if there was a screen less alternative to whoop that offered the same features if not morw I would definitely try them out. I have no loyalty to whoop they just currently tick the boxes of what I want

I have a Galaxy watch 4 and I've worn it for several hundred ocean swims.

I'm using the Samsung galaxy watch 4, its not the best, but it does a decent job at tracking my laps, spl and time!

Cheapest new real smartwatch would be the Samsung galaxy watch 4, see if you gan get 4-5-6 used

Still got my Samsung Galaxy watch 4. I don't feel like switching to pixels, as they're lacking a lot of features like body composition

I've had pixel phones since the beginning. That said the galaxy watch 4 has better features than the pixel watch 3. I now have pixel 9 pro xl and Galaxy watch 7. My only complaint is Samsung reserves some features(like EKG) for Samsung phones only, but overall the Samsung watches do everything pixel watches do, plus a lot more.

Did you ever do it? I have the watch 4 as well and still works great but was considering upgrading.

Hi, I switched from galaxy watch 4 to pixel watch 2. Both the heart rate and the gps track are better in pixel watch, especially the last one. In my case, sleep tracking is similar (which was already good). Bad things: I do not know how to press lap (user lap , not auto lap), and I cannot use interval training, but it is available with PW3. The improvement is in battery life and GPS, I would say. Also, the charge is super fast in PW2

I still have the galaxy y watch 4, have been looking at the ultra and the 8c. Seems maybe a difficult choice on which to go considering if specs are relatively the same would I pay more for the ultra as opposed to the c8.

I have a samsung watch 4 that I got on a refurbed website, so it was great value. It came in perfect condition. I've had it two years and I don't think there's much that you would want a smartwatch to do that it doesn't do.

nothing never marketed it having the best sensors it is more of a stylish watch with ecosystem features for people who have a budget issue if you want a watch for your exercises and tracking pls look for Garmin watches, these fit bands, apple watches and if budget is an issue the galaxy watch 4 is the best budget smartwatch out there you get great software + great tracking features you don't need to carry a smartphone when you go for runs cause of the esim and play store support so you can install yt music, Spotify provided you have the lte one for the esim

It's an ok watch but it's kinda slow and overpriced (it's just a galaxy watch 4 which has been rebranded). It also lacks some sensors and has less accurate single frequency GPS vs the dual frequency in the watch6 or 7. Get a watch7 or watch6 instead.

Yeah, especially because it supports the qwerty KB - probably the one thing I'll miss coming from my galaxy watch

I have the 4 and it's reliable. Would imagine the 7 is aswell then

I got a Samsung Watch 4 after having heart surgery to track my walking for recovery/rehab. It's synced with Samsung Health app on my Samsung phone. It's worked great for me. I track total daily steps as well as duration, distance, heart rate etc for daily walks outdoors and on my treadmill.

Used to love fitbit, but now their stuff don't even last. I just got a mi band 9, and I'm loving it and just got the galaxy watch 7 because I got a promotion with tmobile, and that watch is way better than my galaxy watch 4. I was going to order the amazfit bip 6, heard good reviews on that one too. You just have to do your homework, go to YouTube, see reviews on the latest trackers and find out which would work out for you based on your lifestyle and budget wise 🙂

Just switched from a Galaxy Watch 4 and I can't believe playing offline files is missing - extremely lame and shows how Oneplus is missing on the software front bigtime. Not everything is "my hardware is better" - simple features like playing offline music should be built in and not require jumping through hoops.

I previously had a Samsung Galaxy watch 4(not sure if about the version), but the battery life was terrible, I sometimes used it all during my long cycling days, I recently upgraded to a Garmin epix pro 2 that I got for all the price and I'm really happy for now. Except for Garmin pay that doesn't want to accept my credit card, but it might be a bank issue in my case.

If you want Wear OS, get the Watch 4 or 5. https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Galaxy-44mm-Smartwatch-GPS/dp/B0BWNZMCR5?crid=UC53KETJ3WNE&sprefix=galaxy+watch+5%2Caps%2C239&sr=8-1 The watch 5 is pretty cheap and the watch 4 is like $50 on Amazon which is great for a wear OS watch.

If you don't want Wear OS, get the Fit

If you're serious about any type of sport let me tell you do not get anything other than a Garmin. I had a Garmin vivo active 4 which I used for running. Unfortunately after 5 years the battery life is coming to an end. My work gifted me a Samsung galaxy watch 4 and it's a good smart watch but the sport side of it is horrendous.

I almost bought the FE coming from 4classic. I borrow one from my friend for a week the battery well... suck and it feels just the same as gw4 series. so i ended up with gw7 feel like an upgrade.

I bought the galaxy watch 4 , everything is good except the battery problem. Is there any galaxy watch which has longer battery life like 10 days ?

https://preview.redd.it/ofumrqkh7xhe1.png?width=1084&format=png&auto=webp&s=9c54441d5d681c695dd9f45819e27134de1a79bf Galaxy watch 4 is the best budget watch 💥

Samsung Galaxy watch classic models or ultra with a band style you like

The 6 Classic is actually quite a bit slower. The Watch 4 and 5 series used the same CPU (W920). It's showing it's age, and it's pretty slow. The Watch 6 (including the Classic) uses the W930, which is basically the same as the W920 but with slightly faster clockspeed. It's about 15-20% faster than the W920. The Watch 7 uses the W1000, which is a completely new design. **It's about 300% faster than the W930...** When you have the watches side by side, interacting with them, the difference in speed is staggering. With that said, if you're not actually interacting with the watch often, and instead mostly using it for basic notifications and passive health tracking, then you won't really be affected much by the slower CPU. The Watch 6 also has older sensors, the same as the ones used in the Watch 4. But they are "good enough". The new sensors in the Watch 7 are the same as those still used in the Watch 8 and Ultra variants.

GWU is probably one of the better WearOS watches for exercise tracking, and it still sucks. I'm hoping the OP Watch 3 will be better, I'll try that out eventually. Right now I wear the GWU most of the time and a Garmin Fenix 7x for exercise. Yep, I'm one of those guys.

I had a samsung galaxy watch and my bestie had an apple watch. We both switched to garmin. I have the forerunner 165, and she has the vivoactive. One of best features of the garmin watches is battery life - one charge lasts about a week with daily workout tracking

Same! Galaxy has a peloton app on it, activated automatically. Highly recommend.

For battery life I would go Ticwatch or OnePlus 3. I have the latest Galaxy Watch and while the watch itself is slimmer than my Ticwatch 5, its battery life isn't great. I would have 70% battery left after listening to podcasts all day on my Ticwatch, while I have less than 50% with my Galaxy Watch.

I wore my galaxy watch for 3 years climbing with no protection on it and while it got some scratches, it never really got anything on the screen and nothing cracked, it's a pretty durable piece of hardware. The only time it really got in the way of climbing was on the occasional very large sloper where you get an arm on the hold and on crack climbs. I don't wear it anymore because I no longer enjoy smart watches in general, but it was a pretty solid piece of tech in terms of durability.

I use my galaxy watch because I like to listen to music while I climb without having my phone near by. I use a protective screen on the watch. I run through em quickly.

NRC does not require Apple products. Works just fine with my Samsung Galaxy Watch.

My leg day HR today. Matches almost exactly to my oura ring. This metric never excited me either way as it's always pretty consistent as long as I am wearing it properly. Similar readings from all my Galaxy watches going back 5 years. I would need to wear a medical HR monitor to really know if there was any difference.

Yea I used to jog years ago and workout with one of those. I think it was a Polar...anyways, at my age now, I am more interested in HRV , sleep metrics, and ease of use and I love the Galaxy watches and kinda have become somewhat of a collector. I swim 4 days a week and find they work excellent there. I enjoy seeing the advances in tech each generation and since my entire ecosystem is Samsung, I stay true to this brand because of compatability. BP is also VERY accurate but in the US it needs to be side loaded because FDA has never cleared it even though it's been working in most other countries for 5 years. While these wearables aren't perfect, they do keep improving and it really depends what is most important to you as far as features. It seems in your case that HR is at the top of the list which I totally get.

My experience with ticwatch was with the original pro and then the 3 pro. The original pro was laggy to the point of being unusable, and the 3 pro, when it eventually did get one of the few system updates, had the battery completely die not long after. I got fed up with ticwatch, and you can't trust them for anything to be honest. I've used the galaxy watch since the active 2 and up through the 7 (44mm). Working fine for me, but I don't particularly care for samsung's choice of notification cards (whole-screen horizontally-scrolled cards as opposed to a vertical list like most other watches). But it isn't a dealbreaker. Most everything else, I think samsung has the best overall experience. You could also look into a pixel watch 3. I used the pixel watch 2 and 3 (the 3 is no different from the 2 experience except for the larger size option; the SOC is the same and the software is the same). I think google's software features and fit-and-finish is lacking for their watch (for example, there is no option on a pixel watch to just automatically turn on the screen when a notification comes in to view the notification; you have to manually interact with it by either tapping the screen within a few seconds or lift-to-wake the watch, which is very unreliable--that actually was a dealbreaker for me).

I wear a galaxy watch and it's protected by my glove.

I have a Galaxy watch that I sometimes use. I only really find the heart rate useful and have been looking for an alternative. Refs are inconsistent in my (Sunday) league around the use of watches even if they're covered.

I have Samsung as well. A 4+ yr old galaxy watch and the app on my lg phone lol

I just got the OnePlus Watch 3 and I'm loving it. It's doing everything you mentioned and lasting me something like 4ish days, long enough that I'm kinda losing track. Usually I throw it on the charger when I shower and don't need to actually set aside any other time to charge it. I use it for sleep tracking, workout tracking, Google Wallet payments, all the normal stuff and looks pretty great IMO. I'd definitely recommend it. Like it way better than my Samsung Galaxy Watch that I had before this.... the 6 I think? Maybe 5.

People have been claiming that Google was going to end fitbut over 2 years ago. It's still fine. I tried a galaxy watch, but you have to charge it every day, just like the apple watch. My fitbit goes for days. I just charge it every other day while I shower. I've never run out of battery.

It’s not a fair comparison to an Apple or galaxy watch. It’s great for those of us who wear traditional watches but want something that can help track stats. One big benefit you missed is the sleep tracking. It’s way better than anything Apple watch can offer, and who wants to wear a watch while sleeping?

There's nothing wrong with climbing with a watch on. I do it almost exclusively with my Galaxy watch that I like and tracks pretty much everything you mention. Throw a wristband over it to keep it from getting scratched up and you're good to go. Just make sure to loosen it a notch before your session to allow for muscle contractions.

I have a Galaxy watch now, but it's crap as a fitness tracker. When I want accurate data, I wear my old Garmin. I think it's a Forerunner 235? That may not be in production anymore, but any of the entry-level Garmins would work.

You lost me at #1. I've had the last 4 galaxy watches and the pixel 3 watch blows them all away.... By far.

If you will use the new functions that the watch allows you, it is totally worth the change. If it is only decorative, there are smartwatches with longer battery life at the same price. I went from the Huawei GT Line to the Galaxy, and it was totally worth it. If you have an LTE and you are worried about not being able to call in emergencies, use the "Watch Only" mode, you get up to a week of life and you use it when you need it.

Built in speaker and microphone is compelling I won't lie.

That's fair. I've used my Galaxy Watch to answer calls before though so I'll choose this model for that feature.

Just a tidbit, a test with just 1 person as the source is never going to be a "scientific" test. My personal testing had both mess up the health tracking but the step count was better on galaxy.

Yup. I've never scratched a watch in my life but my Pixel Watch 2 scratched all the time, even rubbing against my sheets when I slept. Luckily I was able to get it replaced later on under warranty but ever since I've used screen protectors to prevent scratching. I've owned three generations of Galaxy Watch and never scratched a single one so it's definitely not me but the Pixel Watch itself.

My three year old galaxy watch lasts 4 days. I use it for GPS tracking every day too. Less than 2 day battery life is terrible, idk why people find it acceptable. Garmin watches are similar or better than my galaxy watch too.

Galaxy watches don't play nice with Strava. I used a Galaxy watch previously & liked it, except that I lost data several times & it would stop talking to Strava and I'd have to reset it. I'm not the only one. I eventually gave up and got a Garmin.

just joined from galaxy watch, and MAN I feel the exact same 😭

It's like Apples to Oranges. Galaxy Watch has better watch faces and more customization but the apple watch has more third party apps and the heart rate tracking was always better for me on the Apple Watch. Also Samsung health gives you far more insights than apple health app

I've got both. I'd say they're about the same but Samsung health is better than Fitbit. The pixel watch keeps my heart rate more accurate than the galaxy watch though but not by much

I trashed one Galaxy Watch by wearing it in a dry sauna for 20 minutes and then immediately swimming laps in a cold pool. Since then, I don't chance it with my new watch. It's sits safely in a locker with my phone and ear buds, while I'm in the sauna.

I've used them all, not sure I agree that the aw is better, galaxy has some really important (for me) things that aw doesn't. Also, I like round for watches, the aw is basically a tiny iPad! If you are really into watches though, Garmin is miles ahead of both. Expensive but worth it, if you're an enthusiast.

As someone with a coros pace pro, Fenix 8 and Galaxy watch. Just stick to your apple watch unless you want to sacrifice a lot of smart features for battery life. If battery life is what you want go for the coros pace pro. Garmins are unnecessarily expensive.

Bad exp ko sa Galaxy watch mabagal and madali malowbat after a year. Limited na din support sa iOS. :(

Just to piggyback on this a bit, any trackers work well for steps for sqaush? My Galaxy watch really struggles. 

Galaxy Watch probably has the most of what a WearOS watch can offer but a fair bit of features are Samsung exclusive. Pixel Watches I believe offer mostly the same with a little less bells and whistles than a galaxy watch but with better health features with fitbit integration that isn't locked to pixels. Also looks more fashionable IMO. Blends with my outfits when using a stylish watch band. Just looks like a watch instead of a smart watch. One plus I don't know too much about other than it has actual battery life that lasts days. I feel like it would be the defacto best one but I haven't heard many people speak on it.

Don't get Samsung Galaxy watch if you want to connect with H365. I just got it recently. The step sync with H365 is always less by atleast ~1000 steps. Doesn't sync sleep hrs and MVPA at all. I'm losing the points because of this. I tried to change some settings from online reviews and also tried reconnecting with app/watch etc. Still same. Checked with both Samsung and H365 customer service. Both useless and don't have a solution for this. Both sides blaming the other for this issue. I can't return the watch because the 14 day return period is over. I don't like it but still using because no choice. My previous apple watch and Garmin was great. Everything sync perfectly.

What is it like on workout detection? My Samsung Galaxy does a far better job than my Ticwatch pro 5, but the battery on the galaxy watch is terrible in comparison so I end up swapping watches depending on what I'm doing. Even on a treadmill with both watches on, the galaxy tracks better despite the treadmill being made by Mobvoi! It would be nice to have a watch that does both.

I'm in the two watch gang, Galaxy Watch on the right as a tracker and my watch du jour on the left.

Bought my mother (83 yo) a FR265 to monitor her heart rate while cycling and to use the live track feature in case she has an accident while out riding. Garmin decided to put live track behind a subscription, so there's no way I'd recommend it anymore. Samsung galaxy watch has some useful health tracking data, but battery isn't as good as Garmin's. When they do, I'm off Garmin.

Samsung Galaxy watch and arccos

For the first part, no, galaxy watches are kind of shit for health and fitness tracking tbh. They gave the sensing hardware, but their algorithms and health app are crap.

I use my samsung Galaxy Watch together with my iphone, I can use music controls, get notifications and keeps track of my steps, how lazy i have been and even how much sleep i get.. Yes i am a lazy person :p

I just went into the app store and installed the samsung galaxy watch (Gear S) (i dont have the gear s but in the app u can choose the right wearable) I just hate the square apple watches cuz square, galaxy watch gives me the feeling i am wearing a watch

Aside from navigation, a dedicated bike computer will give all information you need on your handlebar. Like what the OP asked, real cyclists need to see the information when they need to as looking at your wrist while biking isn't ideal. Also, my experience with using my Galaxy watch which biking isn't that great as it drains the battery really quickly.

You will be back to Garmin lol. I've tried apple watch ultra, Samsung Galaxy watches and ultra, and pixel watch 3. Nothing compares to the metrics Garmin provides. Plus the battery life is incredible. Don't have to think about charging at all. Everything is built into Garmin. You don't have to pay for other apps to get similar functionality. I'm a golfer and it's so nice to have the golf features built into the watch versus having to pay extra for them. Morning report is amazing. Body battery. Now evening report too. Plus the watch is very reliable. I can't go back. I love my Fenix 8 too much. And the flashlight is chefs kiss.

Its very dependent on your budget, what phone you have, battery life you want, and actual features you want it to have. If you have a samsung phone, you can get either a Galaxy Watch (high on features, but only 2 day battery) or a Galaxy fit (very limited features but 7 day battery life) If you have an iPhone, obviously the Apple Watch works best, but battery life is abysmal. If youre ok with a 3rd party watch that has its own app to sync, the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro is pretty hard to beat. 10-15 day battery life. Has built in GPS, dive computer, and looks sleek as hell.

Yeah--that is helpful. However, the Afib check is what I liked from my Galaxy watch.

I love pixel watch faces, but for full features, I would choose galaxy watch

I used my Samsung Galaxy watch with it all the time and it's fine.

I never realized I should be worried about my watch battery dying on longer runs. I have a Galaxy watch and have to charge it twice as often as my partner with their apple watch. However, I use a lot of my smartwatch features, I wonder if eventually be worth it to just have 2 watches. I hate having to use battery saving on my watch, it makes it frustrating to use.

What phone do you have? You'll be happier if you stay in that ecosystem. I am in the Pixel ecosystem and love it. My sister is in the Galaxy ecosystem and she loves it. The Pixel Watch is great and works best with Pixel phones. The Galaxy watch is also great and works best with Galaxy phones. They each have features that are exclusive to their ecosystem, and you may miss out if you get a Galaxy watch but have a Pixel phone and vice versa.

How's there Samsung handle replying to text messages? I had a galaxy watch years ago and that could be hit or miss. My pw3 was hit or miss last year but seems like updates fixed it and it's reliable

Love my Galaxy watch. I would say consider what phone you're going to pair it with, if it's a Samsung considered Galaxy if it's a pixel consider pixel watch Etc

I did. And 2 days later went back to galaxy watch lol

My galaxy watch got really bad during the end of its life. Couldn't rely on any of its data and battery only lasted 2 days max. My charge6 is less than a year old, so I'm planning on letting this one ride for a couple to a few years and see how the chips fall

Considering that it tracks steps/heart rate, I dont think it can really provide any useful information when doing curls or benching or etc. Do other watches provide any unique metrics there?

Ahh, I usually only track cardio with the watch. It looks like you can actually add custom workouts on the Samsung Health app. It can track specified data like Sets/Rest or calories burned. You can select free weights/machine etc Looks like you can also create routines. Shit, I might use this

But you can track a row machine on the galaxy watch...

Currently, Galaxy Watches and Pixel Watches

Samsung nerfs its watches if you don't use them with Galaxy phones? I didn't know that.

I put my Galaxy watch on my ankle and it tracks it brilliantly!

You can obviously use swimming activity outdoors but it's more designed to be used indoors where you can set the length of the pool you're in. Galaxy watches eg. Have "Outdoor swimming" exercise which tracks your GPS and calculates rates based on that

Mate, I was pretty frustrated with my old Samsung Galaxy watch for swimming. It had inaccurate lap counting and then attempting to stop using a touch screen with wet hands. 😅 No watch used for swimming should have a touch screen! My Garmin 255 music is great. Accurate and has never messed up with laps and...no touch screen, just buttons that work.