Experts recommend Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 more than Fitbit Sense 2
As of 2 May 2024, experts prefer Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 over Fitbit Sense 2, but both Smartwatches have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 received 4 recommendations: from TechRadar (19 Apr 2024), Tom's Guide (22 Mar 2024) PCMag (29 Feb 2024) and 1 other. By contrast, Fitbit Sense 2 received only 1 recommendation from Tom's Guide (22 Mar 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Smartwatch | Wareable  | TechRadar  | 10Beasts  | Trusted Reviews  | Tom's Guide  | Popular Science  | PCMag  | Ars Technica  | Android Authority  | Reviewed  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | - | $269 |  Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is a feature-packed smartwatch with extensive fitness tracking capabilities, advanced heart rate monitoring, and a stylish design, making it ideal for fitness enthusiasts and health-conscious individuals. | - |
3 | - | - | 2 | - | 3 | - | - | 3 |
| 28 | N/A | $219 |  Fitbit Sense 2 The Fitbit Sense 2 is a health-focused smartwatch with a wide range of fitness tracking features, including 24/7 heart rate monitoring, ECG sensor, blood oxygen and glucose level measurement, and built-in Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant integration. | - | - | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 22 Mar 2024 Tom's Guide ranked Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 as #2 and Fitbit Sense 2 as #5
Rank Smartwatch Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 9 Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 The best smartwatch for Android... ... ... #5 out of 9 Fitbit Sense 2 The best smartwatch from Fitbit... ... ... Source: www.tomsguide.com - On 19 Apr 2024 TechRadar ranked Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 as #3
Rank Smartwatch Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 6 Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 The best Samsung smartwatch overall... ... ... Source: www.techradar.com - On 29 Feb 2024 PCMag ranked Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 as #3
Rank Smartwatch Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 10 Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Best Android Smartwatch... ... ... Source: www.pcmag.com - On 12 Mar 2024 Reviewed ranked Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 as #3
Rank Smartwatch Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 10 Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Best for Android / Editors' Choice... ... ... Source: www.reviewed.com
After counting and adding up the 88 expert endorsements of the May rankings, Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 outranks Fitbit Sense 2. This is not to say that Fitbit Sense 2 is a bad option. Like Samsung Galaxy Watch 6, it is recommended by experts, but less.
Fitbit Sense 2 
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 
| Rank | Change | Price | Smartwatch | Wareable | TechRadar | 10Beasts | Trusted Reviews | Tom's Guide | Popular Science | PCMag | Ars Technica | Android Authority | Reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $460 |  Apple Watch Series 9 The Apple Watch Series 9 receives positive reviews for its fitness tracking features, heart rate monitoring, GPS, smart assistant integration, sleep tracking capabilities, and cycling updates, although its battery life is average. | 1 | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | 1 | - | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | - | $300 |  Google Pixel Watch 2 The Google Pixel Watch 2 is a highly capable smartwatch that excels in fitness tracking and health monitoring, with features such as temperature sensors, accurate heart rate monitoring, and integration with Fitbit, making it a top choice for those looking to track their workouts and overall well-being. | 2 | 4 | - | - | 3 | - | 7 | - | 5 | 4 |
| 3 | - | $780 |  Apple Watch Ultra 2 | 8 | 1 | - | 8 | 7 | - |
5 | - | - | - |
| 4 | - | $227 |  Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 The Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 is a feature-packed smartwatch with accurate fitness tracking, long battery life, and convenient smart assistant integration, making it a great choice for Android users. | 6 | 5 | - | 3 | - | - | 8 | - | 4 | - |
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Expert reviews [19]
- with a score: 13
- without a score: 6
| Highest score by Digital Trends | 90 |
| Average score based on 19 reviews | 68 |
| Lowest score by connectthewatts.com | 50 |
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Expert reviews [19]
- with a score: 6
- without a score: 13
| Highest score by 9to5google.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 19 reviews | 87 |
| Lowest score by techadvisor | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
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| 0-20 |
- Learn to manage stress, sleep better and live healthier with Sense 2—our most advanced health and fitness smartwatch.Human Interface Input: Touchscreen
- Manage stress and live healthier: all-day stress detection with cEDA and daily Stress Management Score, ECG app for atrial fibrillation assessment(1), irregular heart rhythm notifications(2), SpO2(3), health metrics dashboard(4), mindfulness content
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- KEEP YOUR GOALS ON TRACK: Workout to your full potential with fitness tracking* on Galaxy Watch6; Get insights on duration, distance, calories burned and more; Watch recognizes activities from running to swimming and tracks over 90 other exercises
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Fitbit Sense 2 is a well-known option in the middle of the smartwatches price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling smartwatches and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Garmin Venu or Garmin Venu Sq .
Fitbit Sense 2 price is about the same as the price of the average smartwatch ($219).
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is a well-known and one of the more expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling smartwatches and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Garmin Vivomove Trend or Apple Watch SE .
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is $50.49 more expensive than an average smartwatch ($219).
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