Samsung Galaxy S6 Active

1213 reviews

Apr, 2024

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usability (199)
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performance (192)
battery (125)
camera (116)

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reliability (55)
GPS navigation (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1213 reviews of Samsung Galaxy S6 Active. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. People are impressed by the design and battery. The durability and usability also get good comments. Many are less positive about the GPS navigation and reliability, and the connectivity and reception get mixed views.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Samsung Galaxy S6 Active is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 86/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.com review summary for Samsung Galaxy S6 Active

alaTest has collected and analyzed 62 user reviews of Samsung Galaxy S6 Active from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other Cell phones on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the screen and design. The battery and durability also get good comments. There are mixed views on the size and portability. There are some less positive opinions about the GPS navigation and usability.

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65% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by (cnet.com)

Samsung Galaxy S6 Active camo white

Cloaked in blue or gray camouflage or all-black, the Active series evokes a sense of combat against day-to-day spills, drops and breaks, while also appealing to a class of people who engage in "active" lifestyles.

The Samsung Galaxy S6 Active's long-lived battery and resistance to water, dust and scuffs make it more appealing than the regular Galaxy S6. Its shortcut button conveniently launches two different apps of your choice.

Built of plastic with thick edging, the S6 Active isn't a particularly attractive device, certainly not as glamorous as metal or glass phones. No expandable storage option means you're locked to 32GB.

AT&T customers looking for a sturdier handset will find the Galaxy S6 Active a worthy upgrade to an already top-caliber phone.

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by : Eugene Kim (pcmag.com)

Samsung Galaxy S6 Active (AT&T)

The Samsung Galaxy S6 Active adds above-average durability and extended battery life to the already-excellent S6 smartphone formula.

Excellent performance. Top-notch display and camera. Great battery life. Rugged, waterproof build.

Middling call quality. No fingerprint scanner.

Conclusions The Samsung Galaxy S6 Active will appeal greatly to those who didn't find anything wrong with last year's Galaxy S5. It trades metal and glass for more durable plastic and waterproofing, beauty be damned. And the beefed-up battery will help...

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by : Chris Burns (slashgear.com)

Samsung Galaxy S6 Active Review

Today we review the Samsung Galaxy S6 Active from AT&T. This device takes the innards of the Galaxy S6, expanding the exterior bits to make a device that's resistant to the elements as well as shock. You can drop this one. While the original Galaxy...

There’s a whole lot to love about the Galaxy S6 Active. If you’re not about the elegant look of the Galaxy S6/Edge and you want the utility of a device with three extra hardware buttons. the Active is the device for you. We wouldn’t be surprised if...

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by (phonearena.com)

Samsung Galaxy S6 Active Review

Since the S4 we've seen Sammy introducing its Active line, which manifests in the form of ruggedized variants of its flagship phones. So, if you were bummed by the S6 forgoing a water resistant construction, then you'll undoubtedly be pleased to find...

Water and shock resistant construction ; Incredibly long lasting battery life ; microUSB port has been treated for liquid contact ; Camera captures amazing photos and videos ; Strong earpiece volume ; Accurate Super AMOLED display

Less appealing looking design ; Activity Zone still lacks any serious usefulness ; Still no expandable storage ; Average call quality

When the Samsung Galaxy S6 was announced, we were astounded by the new, premium design – a stark departure from previous efforts. In the process, though, the S5’s water resistant quality was left out, in favor of a more premium finish. Still, while we...

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by : Jason Million (gstylemag.com)

Samsung Galaxy S6 Active [Review]

As the cycle has been since the Galaxy S4, Samsung will release its flagship then an Active version a month or two later and exclusive to AT&T. Last year when the Galaxy S5 Active came out while I always been a fan of the line it didn't hold as much...

Once you get it in your hands its hard to not like the Samsung Galaxy S6 Active. It has a nice sized battery, carries just about all the pluses of the flagship of the Samsung Galaxy S6 model with very minuses since as its build design and fingerprint...

Sep, 2015

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Expert review by : Tony Bradley (techspective.net)

Review: Samsung Galaxy S6 Active

TechSpective reviews the Galaxy S6 Active--a dust, shock, temperature, and waterproof version of the Samsung Galaxy S6 smartphone.

If you want a Galaxy S6 with better battery life and armored to withstand just about any environment or abuse you can throw at it the Galaxy S6 Active is an awesome smartphone. Unfortunately it's an AT&T exclusive.

Sep, 2015

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Expert review by : Tim Schiesser (techspot.com)

Samsung Galaxy S6 Active Review

For the most part, the S6 Active is a clone of the Galaxy S6 featuring the same 5.1-inch 1440p display, Exynos 7420 SoC inside, and 16-megapixel optically stabilized camera. But where they differ is in design. The S6 Active is better suited to survive...

Tough, rugged exterior removes the need for a case. Outstanding battery life. The same great hardware as the Galaxy S6, including an awesome display and camera, and top-notch performance.

Rugged design isn’t a sleek as the metal Galaxy S6 body. No microSD card slot, and just 32 GB of internal storage. Hard to find outside the United States.

There is a lot to like about the Samsung Galaxy S6 Active, and for a certain subset of the population, it might be an even better choice than the already-fantastic

Sep, 2015

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Expert review by : Leslie Shapiro (soundandvision.com)

Review: Outdoor Adventures with the Samsung Galaxy S6 Active

The Samsung Galaxy S6 Active packs most of the same features of the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge into a rugged, durable phone that's dustproof and waterproof to 1.5 meters. Yup – you can use the S6 Active to take underwater photos, then post them directly to...

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Joshua Vergara (androidauthority.com)

Samsung Galaxy S6 Active review

The rugged addition to the Samsung flagship line does "active" very well, but what else does it offer? We find out, in this Samsung Galaxy S6 Active review!

Display5.1-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED display 577 ppi Processor2.1 GHz octa-core Exynos 7420 processor Mali-T760 RAM3 GB Storage32 GB not expandable Network4G / LTE / HSPA+ 21/42 Mbps ConnectivityWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC, A-GPS /...

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Cherlynn Low (tomsguide.com)

Samsung Galaxy S6 Active Review: Nearly Indestructible

Credit: Jeremy Lips / Tom's Guide If you live life a little more dangerously than most, the Galaxy S6 Active is like a dependable James Bond gadget. It will work rain or shine, and it's got enough juice to last you more than a workday. Just as with the...

Long battery life ; Rugged, water-resistant design ; Brilliant display ; Excellent camera

Nonremovable cover ; Too much bloatware ; AT&T only

Those who live on the edge will find the Samsung Galaxy S6 Active a solid companion, with its rugged build, long-lasting battery and excellent camera.

Jul, 2015