Discover what phones are compatible with your Samsung smartwatch
The Galaxy Wearable app serves as the command center for your Samsung smartwatch, integrating all its functionalities and features directly through your smartphone. This indispensable app bridges your watch and phone, enabling a seamless sync of data and settings. However, it's crucial to note that this connectivity is not universal; Samsung smartwatches are specifically designed to be compatible with certain models of Android and iOS smartphones. To ensure a smooth setup and optimal performance, verifying your phone's compatibility with your Samsung smartwatch is an essential first step. Dive into the world of Samsung smart wearables with confidence, knowing exactly what it takes to create the perfect tech duo.
Note: The information provided here is specific to devices sold in Canada. Compatibility of your device may vary based on your region, carrier, or model specifications.
Being a Samsung product, Galaxy phones offer extensive compatibility options. Ensure you've downloaded the Galaxy Wearable app from the Play Store and that your phone is updated to the latest software version.
- Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic: Compatible with phones running Android 10.0 or higher and equipped with at least 2.0 GB of RAM.
- Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro: Compatible with phones running Android 8.0 or higher and equipped with at least 1.5 GB of RAM.
- Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic: Compatible with phones running Android 6.0 or higher and equipped with at least 1.5 GB of RAM.
- Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Watch3: Compatible with phones running Android 5.0 or higher and equipped with at least 1.5 GB of RAM.
- Galaxy Watch Active and Galaxy Watch Active2: Compatible with phones running Android 5.0 or higher and equipped with at least 1.5 GB of RAM.
- Gear Sport, Gear S2 Classic, Gear S3 Frontier, Gear S3 Classic, Gear Fit2, Gear Fit2 Pro: Compatible with phones running Android 4.3 through Android 13 and equipped with at least 1.5 GB of RAM. Consequently, these models are not compatible with Samsung Galaxy phones that operate on Android 14 or newer, including the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy A25, and Galaxy A15.
Compatible: Phones from the Galaxy S24 series are compatible with the Galaxy Watch6, Galaxy Watch6 Classic, Galaxy Watch5, Galaxy Watch5 Pro, Galaxy Watch4, Galaxy Watch4 Classic, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active, Galaxy Watch Active2, and Galaxy Watch3.
Not Compatible: Galaxy S24 series phones are not compatible with the Gear Sport, Gear S2 Classic, Gear S3 Frontier, Gear S3 Classic, Gear Fit2, Gear Fit2 Pro, Gear, Gear 2, Gear S, and Gear Fit.
Non-Samsung phones running Android can also connect to Galaxy Watches and Gear devices. For optimal results, ensure your device is updated to the latest software version and install the Galaxy Wearable app from the Play Store.
- Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic: Supported on phones with Android 8.0 or higher and equipped with at least 1.5 GB of RAM.
- Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro: Supported on phones with Android 8.0 or higher and equipped with at least 1.5 GB of RAM.
- Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic: Supported on phones with Android 6.0 or higher and equipped with at least 1.5 GB of RAM.
- Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Watch3: Supported on phones with Android 6.0 or higher and equipped with at least 1.5 GB of RAM.
- Galaxy Watch Active and Galaxy Watch Active2: Supported on phones with Android 6.0 or higher and equipped with at least 1.5 GB of RAM.
- Gear Live, Gear S2, Gear Fit2, Gear Fit2 Pro, Gear S3, and Gear Sport: Supported on phones with Android 4.4 or higher and equipped with at least 1.5 GB of RAM.
- Gear, Gear 2, Gear S, and Gear Fit: These devices are not supported on non-Samsung Android phones.
Notes:
- When connected with non-Samsung mobile devices, some features specific to each manufacturer may have limited support. Additionally, certain functionalities, such as Samsung Wallet, are exclusively available on Samsung phones.
- Supported devices may vary depending on your region, operator, and device brand.
Don't worry if you're an iPhone user. Many models are compatible and can seamlessly connect to a Galaxy Watch or Gear device. For optimal compatibility, ensure your iPhone's iOS is updated to the latest version. Download the Galaxy Wearable app for your device from the App Store.
Compatible devices
- Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active, and Galaxy Watch Active2: Compatible with iPhones (iPhone 5 or later) running iOS 9 and above.
- Gear Live, Gear S2, Gear Fit2, Gear S3, Gear Sport, and Gear Fit2 Pro: Compatible with iPhones (iPhone 5 or later) running iOS 9 and above.
- Galaxy Fit: Compatible with iPhone 7 or later running iOS 10 and above.
Incompatible devices
- Galaxy Watch4 series, Galaxy Watch5 series, and Galaxy Watch6 series: These watches rely on Google Play services, which are not supported on iOS.
- Gear, Gear 2, Gear S, and Gear Fit: These devices are not supported on iOS.
Notes:
- iPad and iPod touch are not supported.
- For iPhone 6S and 6S+ running iOS 10 and later, the connection may be unstable.
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