Galaxy Fit2 (SM-R220) review - a fitness tracker from Samsung that will remind you to wash your hands

Fitness bracelet Samsung Galaxy Fit 2.0 is a popular device from a well-known global manufacturer. It can be found in many specialty stores. The device is stylish and has good technical characteristics. At the same time, the price is relatively low, which is an important advantage. Today there are several improved versions, but there is no need to buy them if you have a Samsung Galaxy Fit 2.0 fitness bracelet, since in most cases it is enough to use the new firmware to get improved capabilities of the gadget. It is made of plastic, and the strap is made of soft silicone, which does not cause allergies. It’s worth taking a closer look at the features of the Samsung Galaxy Fit 2.0 fitness bracelet to understand who and in what cases it will suit.

Detailed analysis of functions

• Appearance
• Connection
• Control
• Functions
• Settings
• Autonomy
• Characteristics
• conclusions

Sales of the Samsung Galaxy Fit 2 (SM-R220) fitness tracker in Ukraine began in the fall of 2022. I indicated the number SM-R220 several times so as not to confuse it with other models. Because at the time of the review, Google search offered me a different model.

Let me tell you what they are.

Galaxy Fit (SM-R370) is a 2022 fitness tracker with a color screen.

Galaxy Fit E (SM-R375) is a 2019 fitness tracker with a black and white screen.

But our review hero today is Galaxy Fit2 with a black SM-R220NZKASEK strap. Also available with coral SM-R220NZRASEK.

Fitness tracker Samsung Galaxy Fit2

Manufacturer Samsung

Samsung is a recognized international leader in the production of household and industrial appliances, as well as computer equipment. This company has been working on the market for a long time and is well known. It has its own production sites in many countries around the world, as well as several laboratories where they test instruments and develop new capabilities. Samsung has very strong corporate ethics.

The organization appeared in March 1938. Headquarters in Seoul (Republic of Korea).

All activities of the company can be divided into several categories:

• electronics industry;
• chemical industry;
• finance and insurance;
• heavy industry;
• other activities.

Companies included in the Samsung Group concern are engaged in electronics and microelectronics, chemical industry, construction, automotive industry, heavy industry, finance and credit, and insurance. It is worth noting that we are talking about the full production cycle, which is an important competitive advantage for Samsung. Moreover, many corporations use its developments and components in their products.

By creating a subsidiary, Samsung, as a rule, does not allow it to enter the world stage. That is, the company must operate exclusively in the domestic market of the country where it was opened. This is especially noticeable when distributing profits.

Samsung has a large number of service centers throughout Russia. All of them use original components during warranty and post-warranty service. If you have any questions, you can always contact representatives of the corporation by phone, email or instant messengers. All this information is indicated on the official website.

Website: https://www.samsung.com/ru

Telephone: 8-800-555-55-55

Addresses of service centers can be found in various information directories.

Appearance

Display - color, AMOLED, 3D glass. Size: 1.1 inch. Resolution: 126 x 294. The screen has fairly wide frames, and there is a touch button at the bottom.

Galaxy Fit2 screen

The strap is removable.

Galaxy Fit2 Strap

Galaxy Fit 2 has compact dimensions of 46.6 x 18.6 x 11.1 mm. The strap is designed for a wrist girth from 14 to 20 cm. Overall it looks neat on a woman’s hand with a girth of 15 cm. However, when viewed from the side and under long sleeves, it may look slightly bulky.

How Galaxy Fit2 looks on the hand from different angles and under the hand

Next is a side view without the strap, as well as the back, where the optical heart rate sensor is located.

Galaxy Fit2 side and back view, without strap

Attention! An obvious life hack that you forget about. If the fitness tracker does not “track” normally as before, before taking it to the service center, wipe it from the back. Over time, the sensor becomes “cluttered,” which makes it less able to read data. But this can be easily fixed with periodic cleaning.

If suddenly the life hack doesn’t work, there is always our WORKSHOP master.skay.ua, where they will help you fix your gadget

The Samsung Galaxy Fit2 comes with a charger without a power adapter.

Equipment Samsung Galaxy Fit2

Design

In terms of design, the Galaxy Fit 2 doesn't stand out in any way. The design of the device is very similar to the Xiaomi Mi Band 5, except that the main module is rectangular rather than oval.

The silicone strap is very elastic and pleasant to the touch. It comes in two colors: black and red. The strap is designed for a wrist with a circumference of 14.5-19 cm. Straps from the previous generation will not fit on the Galaxy Fit 2, since the fastening here is completely different.

The bracelet clasp is a little unusual. Instead of a classic clasp, a push-button clasp is used here, and the tip of the strap is hidden inside. At first it was a little uncomfortable, but you quickly get used to it, and what’s important is that during the entire time of use, the bracelet never unfastened spontaneously.

It is not easy to pull the capsule out of the strap. But you won’t have to take it out so often, only when replacing the strap. By the way, there are already a lot of them on sale on Aliexpress.

There is no need to remove the capsule from the strap to charge. The charger is attached to the assembled fitness bracelet.

The tracker's body is entirely plastic, including the heart rate sensor window, and the screen is protected by slightly curved tempered glass. The oleophobic coating is not bad; your finger glides easily over the surface, but it quickly becomes covered with fingerprints.

The bracelet is waterproof up to 50 meters (5 ATM), so it can be safely used while swimming.

Connection

Samsung Galaxy Fit 2 is compatible with devices running Android 5.0 and higher, iOS 10 and higher, and iPhone 7 and higher.

So let's get started.

Step-by-step instructions for connecting Galaxy Fit2 to a smartphone.

1. Install and open the Galaxy Wearable application for Andoid or Samsung Galaxy Fit (Gear Fit) for iOS.

2. Place the Galaxy Fit2 next to the smartphone.

3. Follow the instructions of the application on your smartphone.

This is in general terms.

I paired it with a Samsung Galaxy S10e smartphone. Galaxy Wearable is already pre-installed in it, and everything happens almost automatically. Have time to press the action buttons “Add”, “Connect”, “I Accept”.

Connecting Galaxy Fit2 to Galaxy S10e via Samsung Wear app

You may need to install additional plugins. The app will tell you everything. I also recommend installing the Samsung Health app for Android or iOS. There you can check the details of your activities. For example, sleep quality, stress level, hourly heart rate, etc.

Samsung Health app syncs with Galaxy Fit2

Yes, the stress level is a little too high in the screenshot. The day before a review is published is always a little exciting. Especially in those moments when the editor asks, “How’s the review going?”

This is me, of course, getting ahead of myself. I will talk about the functions of the fitness tracker below.

Finally, a life hack. If you take a fitness tracker out of the box and it doesn’t turn on, connect it to the mains to charge it.

Application for Samsung Galaxy Fit 2.0 bracelet

Galaxy Wearable is the main application that you need to use with this device. It downloads for free and takes up little space on your smartphone. It has wide functionality, which is periodically expanded after a new version of the program is released.

Here's what she can do today:

• connect your device and synchronize it with your smartphone, ensuring stable communication via Bluetooth
• show a list of models that are connected to the smartphone;
• change the settings of the smart watch based on the needs of the owner;
• configure the receipt of notifications;
• control all available functions of the device via a smartphone.

Important!

The settings with functions that are available in the application only work if there is an appropriate connection between the wearable device and the mobile phone. If there is no reliable connection between the wearable device and the smartphone, the application does not guarantee proper operation.

Control

1. To turn on the screen, turn your wrist towards you or press the touch button.

2. The touch button is responsible for turning on the screen, performing the actions “Back” and “Return to the main screen”.

3. To turn off the screen, cover it with your palm.

4. Swipe from left to right - notifications.

5. Swipe from right to left - view widgets with health indicators or other functions.

6. Swipe from top to bottom - additional settings for the fitness tracker.

Music

Besides GPS, one of the best features of the Fit 2 is the 4GB of onboard storage, which you can use to upload music to your band. Those who listen to music while working out can use the Spotify app on the Fit 2, but it requires the phone to be in range. On the other hand, users can transfer local music files to the device through the Gear Manager and listen to music that way - just connect a Bluetooth headset to the Gear and it will play music from the built-in music player.

The player works quite well and provides a convenient way to stream audio while playing sports without having to rely on your smartphone. Audio prompts about how long or how far the physical activity has progressed are also transmitted through the headphones, which is very convenient and useful for the user.

Autonomy

There are several autonomy options.

21 days - if automatic detection of training and heart rate measurement is disabled; do not wear while sleeping.

15 days - if not worn while sleeping.

7 days is my case. Everything possible is included: continuous measurement of stress level and heart rate, sleep monitoring, automatic screen shutdown after 5 minutes, screen brightness level 6 out of 10.

Charges in approximately 1 hour. Depends on power adapter. I used Samsung Galaxy 10e (9.0V = 1.67A, 5.0V = 2.0A).

Charging the Galaxy Fit2

Characteristics

Fitness tracker Samsung Galaxy Fit2

Screen

There is currently a clear trend in the fitness wristband market towards larger display sizes. In 2020, most manufacturers passed the 1-inch milestone, and while a year ago such screens were considered large, today they are the norm.

Here's the Fit2 with a 1.1-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 126 by 294 pixels. The screen has a PPI of 291 pixels per inch and a color depth of 24 bits (16 million colors). In addition, the display has a fairly bright backlight – up to 450 nits. Only Xiaomi Mi Band 5 can compete with Samsung in terms of brightness.

The above features provide the bracelet with high image clarity, color saturation and brightness, which allows you to use it without any inconvenience even in sunny weather.

conclusions

Where would there be no comparison?

With the previous Galaxy Fit model: larger screen, twice as long battery life.

Xiaomi Mi Band 5 has smartphone camera control and perhaps slightly more convenient magnetic charging.

If you need the ability to make contactless payments on a fitness bracelet, it is available in the Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 4 NFC model.

The downside, as with other fitness trackers, is that the screen is not always responsive. I still wish it was a little faster. And if you are choosing a fitness bracelet for the first time, know that they leave marks on the skin, even if you don’t tighten the strap too much. It also does not always accurately display the weather (the sun when the sky is overcast outside).

The Samsung Galaxy Fit2 does not have any fundamental differences from other fitness trackers. But I will still highlight the following.

— “Handwashing” function with reminders and a 25-second countdown during which you need to wash your hands.

— The “Water” function for those who need to track the amount of liquid they drink during the day. — Convenient controls. Again, when compared with Mi Band, it requires more clicks. First you see the icon, click and only then perform the action. The Galaxy Fit2 has a more common first time action button.

— A dial with large time numbers for those who are uncomfortable looking at a small screen to see what time it is.

Samsung Galaxy Fit2 is a fitness tracker with a convenient set of functions.

Samsung Galaxy Fit 2.0 Straps

The manufacturer offers original soft silicone straps in various colors. They have a relatively high cost, but they do not cause allergies and can be used for a long time. But there are also many analogues. They are usually made from harder silicone, but are cheaper. Due to increased rigidity, cracks appear on them earlier.