I manually counted 4,000 steps to test the Apple Watch Ultra 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 — and Samsung wins the accuracy battle, with better elevation data too
I decided to find out by manually counting 4,000 steps with one on either wrist.Aside from the obvious — the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is for iOS users, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is for the Android faithful — these two smartwatches are remarkably evenly matched. For starters, the Apple Watch is $100 more than the Galaxy Watch, $799 vs $699. You may like I manually counted 5,000 steps to test the Apple Watch 11 vs Fitbit Air, and Apple wins the accuracy battle while offering superior elevation data Can the $99 Fitbit Air beat the $799 Apple Watch Ultra 3 at fitness tracking?
- ▪I decided to find out by manually counting 4,000 steps with one on either wrist.Aside from the obvious — the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is for iOS users, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is for the Android faithful — these two smartwatches are
- ▪For starters, the Apple Watch is $100 more than the Galaxy Watch, $799 vs $699.
- ▪You may like I manually counted 5,000 steps to test the Apple Watch 11 vs Fitbit Air, and Apple wins the accuracy battle while offering superior elevation data Can the $99 Fitbit Air beat the $799 Apple Watch Ultra 3 at fitness tracking?
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Wellness Smartwatches I manually counted 4,000 steps to test the Apple Watch Ultra 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 — and Samsung wins the accuracy battle, with better elevation data too Face Off By Dan Bracaglia Published 24 July 2026 But Apple's distance data was closer When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Dan Bracaglia/Tom's Guide) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Which rugged smartwatch, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 or the new Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, is the better device for tracking outdoor workouts and adventures? I decided to find out by manually counting 4,000 steps…
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