The watch does most of what we bought it for. Tracks sleep, exercise , steps etc. The one thing it will not do is track climbing stairs. Not a big deal but it should do it if they make the claim.
So, I upgraded from a Galaxy5 expecting the battery life to be better and longer. I was getting about a day and a half on a full charge and using just as an al day watch, no music or phone calls. The 7 appears to have the same issue, the battery life doesn't appear to be much better, I would expect the battery to last 3 to 4 days when not being used for other applications, I might be getting 2 days on a full charge now.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Features
5
Performance
2
Design
5
Value
4
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, December 23, 2024
Hey Steve, Thank you for finding the time out of your day to share your sentiments with us about your Samsung Galaxy Watch7. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we strive to provide the very best products with superior functionality on the market to our customers while we remain committed to constant innovation. Our goal is for our customers to feel like they are having the most memorable experiences while using our products. Samsung provides a 12-month warranty on our products for manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship, linked below. If you're experiencing less than optimal battery life on your Galaxy Watch7, please take a moment to review "Reduced battery life on your Samsung smart watch" to help resolve what you may be experiencing with your Galaxy Watch7. If you would like to share any other feedback with us after reviewing the resource shared, feel free to reach out to Samsung Support at your earliest convenience. Thank you for being a trustworthy Samsung customer. - Debra
So far, I love this watch! It's comfortable to wear and the screen size is perfect for me. Although, at first it looked massive. After wearing it for a few days, it's something you get use to. I purchased the watch with the maroon velcro band. It's comfortable and easily adjustable. The only annoying thing I have found so far is charging with the bad. It's tedious to get in and out of the holder so I have to leave it on when I charge it. The battery life has been amazing! I do not call or text from my watch very often. My watch use is primarily for notifications, steps and heart rate. I charge it once every 3 days. Even then I still have between 30 and 40% battery life left! My older watch barely kept charge all day. All around its a great watch for the price!
I am in love with my new Samsung Warch 7. The features are amazing, and the battery life is so much better than my previous Active 2. It is also very user friendly!
When I first strapped on the Galaxy Watch 7, I was impressed by how premium it felt. The design is sleek yet versatile—it looked just as good at the gym as it did during a formal dinner. The clarity and brightness are incredible, making it easy to check notifications or track my workouts even in direct sunlight.
The performance is where I felt the biggest upgrade compared to previous models. Everything runs smoothly, from navigating apps to responding to messages. It feels like a tiny computer on my wrist, which I genuinely enjoyed. Wear OS 5 is a big win, though it still feels optimized for Samsung phones. I use a Samsung Galaxy device, so syncing was seamless, and the added perks like Samsung Pay and advanced health tracking worked like a charm.
The health and fitness features were honestly the highlight for me. The energy score feature felt surprisingly accurate. On days when I pushed myself too hard, the watch would suggest taking it easy, which helped me avoid burnout. The body composition tool was fun to use, but I didn’t feel like I needed to check it . It wasn’t a dealbreaker, but I did wish it lasted longer, especially during busy days.
What I loved most was how it fit into my routine. It wasn’t just a fitness tracker—it was a smartwatch that kept me connected, motivated, and aware of my health. If you’re someone who values both functionality and aesthetics, I think the Galaxy Watch 7 is absolutely worth considering.