Fitbit and Samsung constantly see each other’s faces in the smartwatch market, and this is so because both firms, which are giants in the industry, present year after year new models of smartwatches that normally present good sales numbers, as they are one of the most advanced in their price ranges. This is the case of the Fitbit Sense, the watch that is currently catalogued as the most advanced of the brand, and the Galaxy Watch Active 2, one of the best sellers today and which was direct competition from the Apple Watch Series 5. And to reveal which of the two is better and why we compare them in this new opportunity.
To begin with, we are faced with two wearables with totally different designs. We do not have the same formats in this case. And it is that on the side of the Fitbit Sense we get an aesthetic similar to that of the Apple Watch, with a square screen, while the Galaxy Watch Active 2 opts for a circular watch face.
Overview
| Fitbit Sense | Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 | |
| $ | CHECK PRICE | CHECK PRICE |
| Brand | Fitbit | Samsung |
| Model | Fitbit Sense | Samsung Galaxy Watch 2 |
| Release date | August, 2020 | August 2019 |
| Compatibility | Android + iOS | Android + iOS |
| Colors | Black | Black, Silver, Gold |
| Availability | Available | Available |
The Fitbit Sense screen is AMOLED technology, touch, full color and 1.58 inches with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 to deal with scratches, bumps and all kinds of abuse. The Samsung smartwatch is better, being this one with Super AMOLED technology, although it is smaller; In question, here we have two size versions, which are 1.4 and 1.2 inches and correspond, respectively, to the 44 and 40 mm variants of the smartwatch.
In addition, the panel of the Galaxy Watch Active 2, as expected, is also tactile, in full color and is protected with a Corning glass, which in this case is Gorilla Glass DX. In addition to this, it has a rotating touch bezel that makes navigation through the watch interface more dynamic.
Technical Specifications
| Fitbit Sense | Samsung Galaxy Watch 2 | |
| Type Size | 1.58-inch AMOLED | Super AMOLED 2.5D 1.4 or 1.2 inch with Always on Display function |
| Screen protection | Uns specified | 360 x 360 pixels |
| Screen protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Chipset | Uns specified | Exynos 9110 |
| Gpu | Uns specified | |
| Internal memory | – Save 7 days of detailed motion data, minute by minute. – Saves daily totals for the last 30 days – Stores heart rate data at 1-second intervals during exercise tracking and at 5-second intervals at any other time | 4 GB |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS + GLONASS – Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, NFC |
| Sensors | – 3-axis accelerometer – Optical ECG heart rate monitor – Altimeter – Relative SpO2 sensor – Gyroscope – Ambient light – EDA sensor for stress measurement | Barometric Altimeter, ECG Optical Heart Rate , Accelerometer, Gyroscope – Ambient Light |
| Battery | Up to 6 days | 2 days on average |
| Material | Body: Plastic and Aluminum Alloy, Strap: Silicone | Body: 316L stainless steel or aluminum, Strap: Leather or Silicone |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM (50 meters) | IP68 (50 meters) |
| Dimensions | Uns specified | Large model: 44 x 44 x 10.9 mm, Small model: 40 x 40 x 10.9 mm |
| Other specifications | Fast charging | – eSIM slot – Touch bezel for navigation – Physical buttons – Microphone and speaker |
In terms of activity tracking and monitoring, which are the specialties of these two smartwatches, we have many functions, both basic and advanced, quite complete for use by athletes, athletes and users with fitness goals, although they are also presented as ideal options for people with basic purposes.
In the first instance we are faced with several similarities. Both watches have sensors that help monitor various health, fitness and exercise metrics such as an accelerometer, gyroscope, and altimeter. The Fitbit Sense features an ECG sensor for recording heart rate, just like the Galaxy Watch Active 2 , which can detect numerous heart abnormalities such as atrial fibrillation. It also comes with a relative SpO2 sensor for measuring blood oxygen level and an EDA sensor (named after the firm) for tracking daily stress, two things that Samsung’s smartwatch does not have, but the latter. It comes with a fall detection function.
In the Sense, 15 sport modes are available for detection , including running, swimming, cycling and more; There are also female health functions such as menstrual cycle. The Galaxy Watch Active 2 supports 39 sport modes and varied activities for tracking, including detection of 7 running modes thanks to the Running Coach function. In turn, with regard to water resistance, the first can be submerged for up to 5 ATM (50 meters) and the second comes with an IP68 certificate.
Activity Monitoring
| Fitbit Sense | Samsung Galaxy Watch 2 | |
| Step counter | Yes | Yes |
| Calories burned | Yes | Yes |
| Distance travelled | Yes | Yes |
| Floors up | No | No |
| Sleep monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Measuring stress levels | Yes | No |
| Heart rate measurement | Yes | Yes |
| Calorie intake | No | No |
| Hydration levels | No | No |
| Running | Record various metrics | Detection of up to 7 different running modes automatically thanks to the Running Coach function |
| Cycling | Record various metrics | Record various metrics |
| Swimming | Record various metrics | Record various metrics |
| Outdoor | Record various metrics | Record various metrics |
| Other functions | – Stress Management Score: measures the body’s reaction to stress – 15+ sports and activity modes and functions that help track exercise routines and more – 24/7 heart rate tracking – Sleep score – Always-on display ( AoD) – Stationary Time – Swimproof & Tracks Swims – SmartTrack – Women’s Health (menstruation tracking and more) – Guided breathing sessions | Fall detection, Electrocardiogram sensor, Detection of up to 39 different activities and sports |
When we take a look at the connectivity section, we realize that the Fitbit Sense is one step behind. And this watch comes with Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, GPS + GLONASS and NFC for making contactless payments through Fitbit Pay. The Galaxy Watch Active 2 , meanwhile, also has Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, GPS + GLONASS and NFC (in this case, for payments with Samsung Pay). However, the latter also features Galileo, BDS, and, for calls and more, support for 3G and 4G LTE connectivity.
The Fitbit watch does not come with internal storage space for music – but it does for exercise and health data – so it only offers playback control through Bluetooth. Samsung’s yes; here we have a 4 GB ROM with which we can store hundreds of songs, as well as apps and more.
Smart Features
| Fitbit Sense | Samsung Galaxy Watch 2 | |
| Smartphone notifications | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless payments | Yes | Yes |
| Music storage and playback | No | Yes |
| Controlling your phone’s music | Yes | Yes |
| Virtual Assistant | Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant | Bixby |
| Meteorology | Weather forecast | Weather forecast |
| Other smart features | Fall Detection, SOS Calls |
The battery of the Fitbit Sense is considerably better, reaching about 6 days with average use. That of the Galaxy Watch Active 2, on the other hand, is less, about 2 days normally.
Both come with a microphone and speaker, both necessary add-ons for the use of the virtual assistants with which they are compatible. The Fitbit Sense comes with Amazon’s Alexa and Google Assistant, while the Samsung smartwatch makes use of Bixby.
Other features, functions and varied technical specifications of interest include in both cases the weather and meteorology forecast, notification of notifications such as messages, calls and more, step counter, calories consumed, distance travelled and sleep, quality monitor.
Which is better!
These are two of the most complete and advanced smartwatches with integrated GPS that we can find on the market. They are great for tracking activity and sports, although in this regard the Fitbit Sense is better, as it comes with a relative SpO2 sensor and a stress sensor. However, the Galaxy Watch Active 2 is not far behind thanks to the fact that it has a fall detection function, among other things.
However, if connectivity is more important to you than activity tracking, the Samsung watch is your option to choose, as it comes with support for 4G LTE networks, but if you want your smartwatch to have better autonomy, the Sense will do it. is. Similarly, there are points for and against each watch, the screen being a plus for the Galaxy Watch Active 2 over the Fitbit Sense.
