Tile Mate+ vs Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2
Comparison 2026 — GPS Trackers
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 edges out the Tile Mate+ with an overall score of 62/100 against 58/100. It scores particularly well on accuracy (52/100) and concealment (55/100), making it the better all-round pick in GPS Trackers.
The Tile Mate+ remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €25.00 versus €35.00.
Accuracy winner
Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2
7% higher than its rival
Value winner
Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2
7% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Tile Mate+ | Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €25.00+40% | €35.00 |
| Rating | ★4.2 (980) | ★4.5 (1,640) |
| Overall | 58/100 | 62/100+7% |
| Tracker performance | ||
| Technology | Bluetooth LE | Bluetooth LE + UWB |
| Battery life | ~3 jaar (niet vervangbaar) | Tot 700 dagen (Power Saving)+23233% |
| IP rating | IPX7 | IP67 (officieel)+857% |
| Network | Tile / Life360 crowd | SmartThings Find |
| Compatibility | ||
| Subscription cost | Gratis (Premium optioneel) | Geen |
| iOS | Ja | — |
| Android | Ja (volledig) | — |
| Finder volume | 120 dB | — |
| Phone | — | Samsung Galaxy (Android 11+) |
| iOS support | — | Geen |
| Battery | — | CR2032 (vervangbaar) |
Pros and cons
Tile Mate+
Pros
- Works fully on Android and iOS — platform independent
- No automatic anti-stalking alert (though Android now offers scan-on-demand)
- Louder active-finder (120 dB) than AirTag — audible at distance
- Water-resistant (IPX7) — survives serious rainstorms
Cons
- Much smaller crowd network than Find My — updates can be hours apart in the Netherlands
- Premium features (Smart Alerts, Item Reimbursement) require a Life360 Premium subscription
Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2
Pros
- UWB support on compatible Galaxy devices (S21+ and newer) for precise location
- Official IP67 rating — dustproof and survives submersion up to 30 min
- Battery life up to 700 days in Power Saving Mode — best in class
- Button for Smart Home actions (lights, doorbells) — useful bonus
Cons
- Only works with Samsung Galaxy phones — no iPhone or other Android support
- SmartThings Find network in the Netherlands clearly smaller than Find My