Samsung Galaxy Watch bands

On a Galaxy Watch, WIDTH decides

Unlike Apple, Samsung uses an ordinary watch fitting, so the model number is secondary — what matters is the width in millimetres.

• 20 mm fits the smaller cases of Galaxy Watch 4, 5, 6, 7 and FE.
• 22 mm suits the larger cases, the Classic models and the older Gear S3.
• If the width is right, the strap fits even when the maker names a different generation.

Choosing the material

Silicone is for training and water, leather for the office, steel for a watch worn daily by someone who does not want to swap straps again. Changing one uses a standard spring bar; some models have a quick-release that opens without tools.

Alongside

Screen protection is under Galaxy Watch protectors, and the full strap range on the watch straps page. New watches are under smartwatches.

Frequently asked questions

How do I tell 20 from 22 mm? Measure the old strap at the fitting with a ruler — the difference is visible to the eye.

Will an ordinary watch strap fit a Galaxy Watch? It will if the width matches: Samsung uses a standard spring bar.

Does a Galaxy Watch 4 strap fit a Galaxy Watch 7? It does when both use the same width — the generation itself is not an obstacle.

Do I need a tool to change the strap? A quick-release strap comes off with a fingernail; a standard spring bar needs a small watchmaker's tool, often included in the box.

Which strap suits swimming? Silicone — leather and fabric soak through and dry slowly.