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Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2
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alaScore 89

31 reviews

May, 2025

alaTest has collected and analyzed 31 reviews of Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the portability and design. The battery and usability also get good reviews, whereas the size and storage get critical comments.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.com review summary for Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 2.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Many are critical about the price.

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May, 2025

Expert review by : Alex Walker-Todd (trustedreviews.com)

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 Review | Trusted Reviews

 

Ageing and underpowered internals, paired with a high price tag undermine an otherwise well-equipped ruggedised outdoor tablet in the Galaxy Tab Active 2.

Certified ruggedised design ; S Pen functionality is nice ; Good battery life

SIM/microSD inaccessible without removing back ; Dated internal hardware and software ; Disappointing performance ; Low internal storage

Although well-equipped for the great outdoors, the imbalance of performance and price means the Tab Active 2 only holds niche appeal.

Dec, 2018
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Expert review by : Chris Martin (techadvisor.co.uk)

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2

 

In a completely different vein to the Tab S4, Samsung's Galaxy Tab Active2 is a rugged tablet for those needing a durable device. Find out if it's right for your lifestyle in our full review.

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Expert review by : Sascha Segan (pcmag.com)

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2

 

The 8-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 is a rugged, pen-enabled Android tablet that's good for business use.

Rugged and waterproof. S Pen works better than capacitive styli. Good video camera. Removable battery.

Slow performance. Low-resolution screen. Not much storage.

The Tab Active2 strikes a good balance between ruggedness and value. It's about the price of a sixth-generation iPad plus Pencil ($419 together), but Samsung's tablet is much tougher and waterproof, with a less loseable pen. That speaks to a more...

Apr, 2018
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Expert review by : Mike Wobker (notebookcheck.net)

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 Tablet Review

 

Business to Go. It took Samsung almost three years to upgrade the Galaxy Tab Active. As before, it is water- and dust-resistant and should withstand drops fairly well. LTE and support for stylus input made the predecessor very popular with outdoor...

decent quality ; rigid and tough case ; user-replaceable battery ; S pen included ; support for MicroSD cards up to 256 GB ; bright display ; stays cool

mediocre battery life ; low-resolution display ; slow storage memory

No doubt: The Galaxy Tab Active 2 is a very tough all-rounder. The operating system is smooth and the device should be able to handle everyday tasks with ease. Internal storage is pretty limited, though, and while in theory the system does not require...

Dec, 2017
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Expert review by : Ilse Jurriën (letsgodigital.org)

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 receives certification

 

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 tablet : While Samsung is celebrating its Galaxy Note 8 party, new information pops up on its upcoming rugged tablet device. For a while now there have been rumors regarding Samsung's Galaxy Tab Active tablet. Now there is...

The certification does not reveal any details on the specifications of the new Galaxy tablet, but it does indicate the tablet will soon be introduced. Samsung has organized a press event on Augustus 30, 2017, prior to the IFA 2017.

Aug, 2017
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Expert review by : Matthew Miller (zdnet.com)

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2 review: Rugged Android tablet built for business in the field Review | ZDNet

 

The iPad may set the bar for tablets, but it's not setup for field work. Samsung has taken its excellent smartphone expertise and expanded it to a ruggedized tablet that is sized and specced for work in the elements.

Solid design with crisp, clear display ; S Pen support with hefty stylus ; Removable long-lasting high capacity battery ; microSD expansion card slot ; Water, dust, and drop resistant ; 3.5 mm headset jack

Older version of Android (7.1 Nougat)

May, 2018
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Expert review by : David McCourt (androidpit.com)

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 review: the best Android smartwatch?

 

Just six months after the launch of the Galaxy Watch Active, Samsung is following it up with the next generation of its top smartwatch. But why?

Flawless performance ; Excellent AMOLED display ; Digital bezel works well ; Attractive design ; Always-on display

Samsung bloatware required ; Bixby is still awful ; Poor third-party app support

The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is a chic smartwatch with many functions. Compared to the Galaxy Watch Active, which was introduced in February together with the Galaxy S10 , the leaps forward are small. If you can do without the digital bezel and the ECG...

Oct, 2019
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Expert review by : Rohit Arora (gizbot_com)

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2: Specifications, Price and targeted audience

 

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 comes in Military-grade rugged body that can withstand water, dust, rain, and other critical environmental elements.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 seems like a one-stop solution for industrial use. It comes equipped a suite of specially-designed software and hardware accessories to work seamlessly within industrial environments. It is targeted for B2B use and is not...

Feb, 2019
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