¹Consistent with 10ATM water-resistance classification (up to 100m of water for up to 10 minutes) and IP68 rating (up to 6 feet of water for up to 30 minutes). Rinse residue / dry after wet. ²Galaxy AI features track data and requires compatible Samsung Galaxy phone, Samsung Health app and Samsung Account. ³Available for outdoor running and cycling only. Must follow the same starting point and path as a workout selected from up to 14 days prior. 4The heart rate software functions are not intended for medical use. 5Requires compatible smartphone. 6Requires network connection to notify emergency contact. GPS accuracy may be affected by obstructions to satellite signal such as buildings. 7To activate press Quick Button for 5 seconds; to deactivate press for 3 seconds. 8Based on typical use; results may vary. ¹°GPS accuracy may be affected by weather, atmosphere and other obstructions such as buildings and tall trees. ¹¹Track Back feature leads back to the start of trail for hiking or cycling. Option is only available if you have tracked your route. ¹²Must wear device for 7 nights during a 30 night period. ¹³The Sleep Apnea Feature is an over-the-counter (OTC) software-only, mobile medical application operating on a compatible Samsung Galaxy Watch and phone.
This feature is intended to detect signs of moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea in the form of significant breathing disruptions in adult users 22 years and older, over a two-night monitoring period. It is intended for on-demand use. This feature is not intended for users who have previously been diagnosed with sleep apnea. Users should not use this feature to replace traditional methods of diagnosis and treatment by a qualified clinician. The data provided by this device is also not intended to assist clinicians in diagnosing sleep disorders.
The health tracking features are inaccurate. Specifically, all of the sleep features are completely wrong- not even close. Battery life ~ 24 hours. I purchased this expensive watch for the Battery life and health tracking features. Both are lacking. Please, don't waste your money on this watch; it doesn't work.
I received this Galaxy Watch 7 watch about six days ago; I've been experimenting with all the functions features and they all seem to work great! Sleep quality, heart rate, ECG, Apnea, steps; The watch is capable of tracking a myriad of body / health concerns; it's really quite amazing. I've been inspired to slowly start regular exercise routines with biking and walking. The 44mm size presents a big bold face that I can easily see. It's comfortable on my wrist, and I'm loving all the different watch faces I can so easily switch to! I am excited about my new GW7 watch; highly recommend. This is my first Galaxy watch. After purchasing a couple of off brand smart watches that failed to deliver accurate readings I decided to splurge and get the Galaxy watch 7. The Ulta was way to expensive for my needs. I'm so happy with the looks of this watch. Glad I got the 44mm size. This watch compliments my GS 24+. Highly recommend this watch. The samsung health app workouts have been amazing to have. I have been keeping record on my watch of workouts and seeing the impact it has on my stress and heart rate. I wish the watch was more integrated with the samsung health app since the workouts on t^= watch are more basic. I have been changing thr watch faces but wish there wasn't on with just a blinking colon for the time. For added durability I added a screen cover.
For watch bands I do not see many options for leather watch band most of what I can find are directed to silicone or polyester bands. I am upgrading my trusty Samsung Active 2, which is still going strong but is lagging just enough to become a bit of a nuisance, and the sensors are maybe accurate 80% of the time now. I bought this watch 5 years ago, so the upgrade jump for me is pretty big. I have been playing with the device for a day, and here is my experience so far: Easy setup: My Samsung phone recognized the watch immediately and began the pairing and updating process. Helpful tutorial: The straightforward tutorial taught me the basics for operating the watch. It was a bit different from my Active 2, so it was appreciated. You can skip it, but it only takes about 30 seconds.
Easy customization: I backed up my data from my previous watch and selected a pleasant watch face immediately.
Fast charging, quick response times, good framerate.
More screen with the same size: Reduced bezels compared to the Active 2.
Better resolution.
The sensor light is not a blinding bright green flash like on the Active 2.
Lighter than my previous watch.
Accurate sensors: I enjoy how many more features it has.
I like the Samsung Health App: It feels condensed and easy to navigate.
Neutral:
It's about as thick as my previous watch, which I had hoped would be thinner.
Battery life is average but may improve with use. It depends on which sensors and apps you use.
Custom workouts: I tried building one, and it was a decent experience, though it needs some fine-tuning.
Not sure how AI plays a role yet; more testing is needed.
Cons:
It's expensive for what it is: a health tracker that can make calls.
Minimal upgrade from a Samsung 6: The features and overall design are very similar.
Limited color options and ugly bands (this may change in the future). I used my own case and band to make it more my own.
Final Thoughts:
I primarily use my watch as a health tracker for steps, sleep monitoring, HR, etc. I'm excited to have something more accurate than before. This watch is really only worth it if you intend to use it for health tracking and want seamless integration with your Samsung phone. I rarely use my watch to reply to phone calls or emails.
I'm satisfied with my purchase, but this comes from someone making a big jump from one device to another, based on initial impressions. I may update the review after more use, especially if I notice anything major. So, do I recommend it. It depends on your needs. Do you need a health tracker and don't mind paying extra to be in the Samsung Ecosystem? Are you upgrading from a recent model.
If you don't mind the price, then yes, get it. I like having devices that work well together, but I wouldn't recommend this watch if you're upgrading from last year's model (Samsung 6). The AI isn't advanced or prominent enough to warrant such a small upgrade.
TLDR:
Recommended for big upgrade jumps, to be in the Samsung ecosystem, and for use as a health tracker. Not recommended or wait for a sale if upgrading from Samsung 6 or wanting just new "AI" features.
I upgraded from a Garmin Vivoactive 4 and wanted to love this so much. Going in I knew the battery and fitness tracking would be trash but I had high hopes for the other features. Sleep tracking would be really cool, except it tracks both before I sleep and after I wake up as sleep and doesn't allow you to edit it which pretty much eliminates any useful functions. The speaker has a feature to allow you to change the volume, but you can't hear it unless it's on max. And even still, not well if there's surrounding noise.
The most irritating thing? It's a pretty watch, but the way the face is designed it collects tiny debris along the screen that's impossible to get out making the watch look constantly dirty.
