{"id":34923,"date":"2026-08-24T14:16:09","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T14:16:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/?p=34923"},"modified":"2026-09-02T11:17:24","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T11:17:24","slug":"samsung-galaxy-watch-vs-apple-watch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/samsung-galaxy-watch-vs-apple-watch\/","title":{"rendered":"Samsung Galaxy Watch vs Apple Watch: The Definitive Comparison 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-6f2c2889\"><em>The two big names in smartwatches go head-to-head. If you\u2019re choosing between the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and the Apple Watch Series 11, this comparison covers every angle \u2014 from health features and battery life to the ecosystem and price.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-f86d1675\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-1629dbb6\">The only question that really matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-60b043ff\">Before comparing specifications, features and prices, there is one question that determines the 90% in this decision:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-01d2e541\"><strong>What sort of mobile do you have?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>iPhone?<\/strong>&nbsp;Buy the Apple Watch. Full stop. The Galaxy Watch loses most of its best features without a Samsung phone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Samsung Galaxy?<\/strong>&nbsp;Buy the Galaxy Watch. The Apple Watch simply doesn\u2019t work with Android.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Another Android?<\/strong>&nbsp;The Galaxy Watch works, but with limited functionality. Consider whether those limitations matter to you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-f96cd154\">If you\u2019re still reading, it means you haven\u2019t decided on a phone yet, you\u2019re comparing ecosystems before switching, or you genuinely want to understand what each platform has to offer. Let\u2019s get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-b67b2c5f\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-5a8696ae\">Full specification comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Apple Watch Series 11 (46mm)<\/th><th>Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (44mm)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Price (Tenerife)<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac469 (46mm)<\/td><td>from \u20ac249<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Price difference<\/strong><\/td><td>-<\/td><td><strong>\u20ac130 cheaper<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Screen<\/strong><\/td><td>1.93\u2033 LTPO3 OLED, AOD<\/td><td>1.47\u2033 Super AMOLED, AOD<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Shine<\/strong><\/td><td>2,000 nits<\/td><td>2,000 nits<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Chip<\/strong><\/td><td>S11<\/td><td>Exynos W1000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Storage<\/strong><\/td><td>64GB<\/td><td>32GB<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Battery (rated)<\/strong><\/td><td>18 hours<\/td><td><strong>40+ hours<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Battery (actual)<\/strong><\/td><td>8\u201310 pm<\/td><td><strong>36\u201344 hours<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Heart rate<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>ECG<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Blood oxygen (SpO2)<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Blood pressure<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 (trends)<\/td><td>\u2705 (calibrated)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Body composition<\/strong><\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705 (BIA sensor)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Skin temperature<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sleep tracking<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 (phases)<\/td><td>\u2705 (stages + coaching)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GPS<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Water resistance<\/strong><\/td><td>50m<\/td><td>50m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>NFC payments<\/strong><\/td><td>Apple Pay<\/td><td>Samsung Pay \/ Google Pay<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Voice assistant<\/strong><\/td><td>Siri<\/td><td>Bixby \/ Google Assistant<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>App store<\/strong><\/td><td>watchOS App Store<\/td><td>Google Play (Wear OS)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Box material<\/strong><\/td><td>Aluminium<\/td><td>Aluminium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weight<\/strong><\/td><td>36.2g<\/td><td>33.4g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>SO<\/strong><\/td><td>watchOS 12<\/td><td>Wear OS 5 (One UI Watch 6)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>A telephone number is required<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>iPhone only<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Recommended Samsung products<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-f344f961\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-50a67de8\">Health roles: More similar than you might think<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-396c771d\">Both watches offer comprehensive health monitoring, but with different approaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-b654adc7\">Heart rate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-a9da82aa\"><strong>Both are excellent.<\/strong>&nbsp;Continuous monitoring with high- and low-heart-rate alerts. In our tests, both were accurate to within 1\u20133 BPM of a reference chest strap. No significant difference \u2014 both perform well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-a2511dce\">ECG<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-0bc6ff97\"><strong>Both of them offer it.<\/strong>&nbsp;Single-lead ECG for detecting atrial fibrillation. Apple\u2019s implementation has been available for longer and has broader regulatory approval worldwide. Samsung\u2019s works well but may be subject to regional restrictions \u2014 please check availability in your country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-eb2b1d61\">Blood pressure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-4a1ad5c1\"><strong>Apple Watch Series 11:<\/strong>&nbsp;Tracks blood pressure trends using optical sensors. Shows whether your readings are trending upwards or downwards. No need for calibration with a cuff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-c63aebf3\"><strong>Samsung Galaxy Watch 7:<\/strong>&nbsp;It measures blood pressure using a more traditional method but requires calibration with a cuff-type blood pressure monitor every 28 days. Mainly available in South Korea; availability varies in other countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-82e23f80\"><strong>Verdict:<\/strong>&nbsp;Apple\u2019s implementation is more convenient (no cuff required) but less accurate. Samsung\u2019s is more detailed but requires regular calibration using external equipment. Neither replaces clinical monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-7ae4a734\">Body composition (exclusive to Samsung)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-e8198fc5\">The Galaxy Watch 7 features a&nbsp;<strong>BIA (Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis) sensor<\/strong>&nbsp;which measures body fat percentage, skeletal muscle mass, body water and BMI by sending a small electrical current through your body when you press two fingers against the buttons on the watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-9e690c05\">The Apple Watch doesn\u2019t offer this. For fitness enthusiasts who track changes in body composition, it\u2019s a genuine selling point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-58856ac0\"><strong>Note of clarification:<\/strong>&nbsp;BIA measured using a wrist-worn device is less accurate than a dedicated body composition scale or a DEXA scan. It is useful for tracking relative changes over time rather than as a precise measurement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-3088df39\">Sleep tracking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-8a193a6e\"><strong>Apple Watch:<\/strong>&nbsp;Tracks sleep stages (REM, Core, Deep), time spent asleep and respiratory rate. Basic but functional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-473e4f47\"><strong>Samsung Galaxy Watch:<\/strong>&nbsp;It tracks the same sleep stages but adds&nbsp;<strong>Sleep Coaching<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 a programme lasting several weeks that analyses your sleep patterns and provides personalised recommendations to improve the quality of your sleep. It also includes snore detection (using the phone\u2019s microphone) and blood oxygen monitoring whilst you sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-eec9d0ef\"><strong>Verdict:<\/strong>&nbsp;Samsung\u2019s sleep tracking is more comprehensive. If sleep optimisation is important to you, the Galaxy Watch has the edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-c9b806a3\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-05964816\">Battery: Samsung wins hands down<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-17237c81\">This is the biggest practical difference between the two watches, and the two are not mutually exclusive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-7b689a2f\"><strong>Apple Watch Series 11:<\/strong>&nbsp;18 hours stated, 20\u201322 hours actual. You charge it every night. If you want sleep tracking, charge it as part of your morning routine. Daily charging is non-negotiable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-20196b3a\"><strong>Samsung Galaxy Watch 7:<\/strong>&nbsp;40+ hours claimed, 36\u201344 hours in reality. You charge it every two days. Sleep tracking works seamlessly because the battery lasts all night and into the following day. Some users get almost three days\u2019 use with moderate use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-c051e427\"><strong>What this means in everyday life:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Setting<\/th><th>Apple Watch<\/th><th>Galaxy Watch<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>You forget to charge it one night<\/td><td>Dead at midday<\/td><td>It keeps running all day long<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weekend break \u2013 you\u2019ve forgotten your charger<\/td><td>Died on Saturday morning<\/td><td>It lasts until Sunday afternoon<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sleep tracking<\/td><td>Requires a morning charging routine<\/td><td>Just go to sleep with it on<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A full day of GPS training<\/td><td>It might not last until nightfall<\/td><td>That\u2019s more than enough<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-acb8ca01\"><strong>Verdict:<\/strong>&nbsp;If battery life matters to you \u2014 and for most people it should \u2014 Samsung\u2019s 2x advantage is the strongest argument for choosing the Galaxy Watch over the Apple Watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-1b45f3d3\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-c7e00a50\">Screen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-2397a552\"><strong>Apple Watch Series 11 (46mm):<\/strong>&nbsp;1.93-inch LTPO3 OLED, always-on, up to 2,000 nits brightness. The largest Apple Watch display (excluding the Ultra). Slim bezels, vibrant colours, excellent outdoor readability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-00e57338\"><strong>Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (44mm):<\/strong>&nbsp;1.47-inch Super AMOLED, always-on, up to 2,000 nits. Slightly smaller than the Apple Watch\u2019s display but just as bright and easy to read.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-99697b4c\"><strong>Verdict:<\/strong>&nbsp;The Apple screen is larger and has thinner bezels, giving it a more modern look. The Samsung screen is perfectly fine but noticeably smaller. If screen size matters, Apple wins. If not, both are excellent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-c8466fbf\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-8f3695d1\">Ecosystem and apps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-50f2f49a\">Apple Watch + iPhone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-6d8876ca\">The Apple Watch integrates with the iPhone in ways that no third-party device can match:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>iMessage<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 send and receive full iMessages straight from your wrist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Apple Pay<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 the fastest wrist-based payment experience, accepted everywhere<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maps<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 step-by-step directions with haptic feedback on your wrist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Search My<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 Find your iPhone, AirPods, AirTags and other Apple devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Siri<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 voice assistant for tasks, queries and smart home control<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Apple Music<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 stream or download music directly to your watch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>watchOS App Store<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 thousands of apps, a mature and well-designed ecosystem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Continuity<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 unlock your Mac, answer calls automatically, remote camera shutter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-b10fc188\">The Apple ecosystem offers the most polished smartwatch experience available. Everything works together seamlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-c31d724f\">Samsung Galaxy Watch + Samsung mobile phone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-81c400cb\">Samsung\u2019s ecosystem is comprehensive, but it has a few rough edges:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Samsung Messages<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 texts and notifications, but not as feature-rich as iMessage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Samsung Pay \/ Google Pay<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 contactless payments, widely accepted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Google Maps<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 navigation on the wrist, functional but less polished than Apple Maps on the Apple Watch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SmartThings Find<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 find your Galaxy devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bixby \/ Google Assistant<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 two voice assistants (Google Assistant is generally more capable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spotify \/ YouTube Music<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 streaming or downloading music<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Google Play Store (Wear OS)<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 a growing app ecosystem, improving rapidly but still lagging behind watchOS in terms of quality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Samsung Health<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 a comprehensive, well-designed health app<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Galaxy Ecosystem<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 works with Galaxy Buds (automatic switching), Samsung TVs (360 Audio) and Galaxy phones (instant pairing)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-961d6166\">The honest comparison<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Appearance<\/th><th>Apple Watch<\/th><th>Galaxy Watch<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Messaging<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 Superior (iMessage)<\/td><td>\u2713 Good (basic)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Payments<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 Apple Pay (universal)<\/td><td>\u2713 Samsung\/Google Pay<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Navigation<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 Superior haptic feedback<\/td><td>\u2713 Functional<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Voice assistant<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2713 Siri (not bad)<\/td><td>\u2705 Google Assistant (better)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>App ecosystem<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 Bigger, sleeker<\/td><td>\u2713 Growing, improving<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Music<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 Apple Music integration<\/td><td>\u2705 Spotify\/YouTube Music<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Smart home<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 HomeKit<\/td><td>\u2705 SmartThings<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>General polishing<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2705 More refined<\/td><td>\u2713 Functional, with the odd chip<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-71d496be\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-cc2277cf\">Design and comfort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-56ccae55\"><strong>Apple Watch Series 11:<\/strong>&nbsp;Rectangular dial. Aluminium case available in 42mm and 46mm. Interchangeable straps with a huge selection. Iconic and instantly recognisable design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-be147074\"><strong>Samsung Galaxy Watch 7:<\/strong>&nbsp;Round display. Aluminium case available in 40mm and 44mm. Interchangeable straps with an ever-growing selection. The round dial looks more like a traditional watch, something that many people strongly prefer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-ab7fa189\"><strong>The debate on form:<\/strong>&nbsp;This is purely a matter of personal preference. Some people think a smartwatch should look like a watch (round = Samsung). Others think a smartwatch is a different category altogether and that a rectangular screen displays more information (square = Apple). Neither is wrong. Try both in-store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-eec383ad\"><strong>Comfort:<\/strong>&nbsp;Both are lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear. The Galaxy Watch 7 is slightly lighter (33.4g vs 36.2g). Both are comfortable for sleep tracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-a666c7a1\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-5884454e\">Fitness tracking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-ad6e0b4d\">Both watches track the same main workout types: running (GPS), swimming, cycling, gym, HIIT, yoga and over 100 additional types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-63bd8d46\"><strong>Where the Apple Watch is better:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>More accurate GPS tracking in urban environments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better integration with Apple Fitness+ (subscription-based workout service)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Activity Rings are a uniquely effective motivational system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The swimming metrics are slightly more detailed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-c6720f73\"><strong>Where the Samsung Galaxy Watch comes out on top:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Body composition analysis (BIA sensor) \u2014 not available on Apple Watch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sleep Coaching provides practical tips for improvement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Running analysis using advanced metrics (asymmetry, ground contact time) on certain models<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Samsung Health\u2019s sleep and stress analysis is more detailed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-5432d47f\"><strong>Verdict:<\/strong>&nbsp;Both are excellent fitness trackers. Apple has a slight edge in terms of GPS accuracy and its \u2018rings\u2019 motivational system. Samsung has a slight edge in terms of body composition, sleep analysis and running metrics. For most people, the difference is negligible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-4b654bcb\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-f8032a5c\">Price comparison: Ventaja Tenerife<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Model<\/th><th>Price in the UK<\/th><th>Price for mainland Spain<\/th><th>Price in Tenerife<\/th><th>Ahorras v UK<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Apple Watch Series 11 42mm<\/td><td>\u00a3399 (~469\u20ac)<\/td><td>449\u20ac<\/td><td>439\u20ac<\/td><td>~30\u20ac<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Apple Watch Series 11 46mm<\/td><td>\u00a3429 (~505\u20ac)<\/td><td>479\u20ac<\/td><td>469\u20ac<\/td><td>~36\u20ac<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 40mm<\/td><td>\u00a3289 (~340\u20ac)<\/td><td>319\u20ac<\/td><td>~249\u20ac<\/td><td>~91\u20ac<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 44mm<\/td><td>\u00a3319 (~375\u20ac)<\/td><td>349\u20ac<\/td><td>~279\u20ac<\/td><td>~96\u20ac<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-e31191f4\">The Galaxy Watch 7 (from ~\u20ac249) is well below the&nbsp;<strong>customs allowance of \u20ac430<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 Full savings, no excess. The Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm at \u20ac439) is slightly above the individual excess limit \u2014 couples can easily split the cost between two excess limits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-4457a6ae\"><strong>The price difference:<\/strong>&nbsp;The Galaxy Watch 7 is&nbsp;<strong>\u20ac100\u2013130 cheaper<\/strong>&nbsp;than the equivalent Apple Watch Series 11. That significant price difference gets you better battery life, body composition tracking and sleep coaching from Samsung \u2014 whilst you miss out on the polish of the Apple ecosystem and the slightly larger screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-1ce5c59f\"><em>*Apple Watch prices published on macysdigital.com. Samsung Watch prices: please enquire in-store (IGIC included). Enquire&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/\">macysdigital.com<\/a>&nbsp;for the latest prices.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-d40bd80b\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-b92f90c0\">The verdict: Which one should you buy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-1d586f33\">Buy the Apple Watch Series 11 if:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019ve got an iPhone (that\u2019s all there is to it)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience the most refined and integrated smartwatch experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>iMessage on your wrist \u2013 does it matter to you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you want the biggest and most modern screen?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ve invested in the Apple ecosystem (AirPods, Mac, iPad, Apple TV)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You don\u2019t mind carrying it around every day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-6699db9c\">Buy the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 if:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have a Samsung Galaxy (that\u2019s all it takes)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery life is a priority (2x Apple Watch)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Would you like to track your body composition?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Would you like advanced sleep coaching?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you prefer a traditional round watch design?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you want to save \u20ac100\u2013130 compared to the Apple Watch?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you prefer Google Assistant to Siri?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-50f24410\">The conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-c84f9813\"><strong>For iPhone users:<\/strong>&nbsp;Apple Watch Series 11. No question about it. The ecosystem integration is far too good to give up for any advantage Samsung might offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-995e7538\"><strong>For Samsung users:<\/strong>&nbsp;Galaxy Watch 7. No question about it. It\u2019s designed for your phone, costs less and the battery lasts twice as long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-7b809670\"><strong>For other Android users:<\/strong>&nbsp;Galaxy Watch 7: please note \u2014 some features (ECG, blood pressure) may require a Samsung phone. Check compatibility before purchasing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-df171f66\"><strong>For people who are planning to change their mobile phone:<\/strong>&nbsp;Buy a watch that goes with your next phone, not your current one. Smartwatches are purchases that last for several years; phone ecosystems are harder to switch away from than you might think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-5ef61dc8\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-f4671f62\"><em>Both watches are available at Macys Digital in Parque Santiago 3, Playa de las Am\u00e9ricas. Save money compared to prices in the UK and Europe. Read our detailed reviews:\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/apple-watch-ultra-3-review-2\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"34920\">Apple Watch Ultra 3<\/a>. Take a look at our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/best-smartwatches-and-smart-bracelets\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/mejores-smartwatches-pulseras-inteligentes\/\">a comprehensive guide to smartwatches<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Caracter\u00edstica Apple Watch Series 11 (46mm) Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (44mm) Precio (Tenerife) 469\u20ac (46mm) desde 249\u20ac Diferencia de precio<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":34924,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_glsr_average":0,"_glsr_ranking":0,"_glsr_reviews":0,"_joinchat":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[809],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-34923","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-smartwatches"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34923","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=34923"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34923\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/34924"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=34923"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=34923"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.macysdigital.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=34923"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}