Yes—an iPhone can use Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag3 for supported location and sharing features through Samsung’s SmartThings app. Samsung’s Canadian listing specifies iOS 17 or later; check the product requirements for your region. The iPhone experience is limited: Compass View, Ring Phone, and Left Behind Alert are not available on iOS.
What you need before using SmartTag3 with an iPhone
- The exact model must be Galaxy SmartTag3. Do not assume instructions or compatibility for the original SmartTag or SmartTag2 apply to it.
- Install Samsung’s SmartThings app. Samsung Canada lists iOS 17 or later for SmartTag3; requirements may differ by market, so check your local Samsung product page.
- Keep in mind that this is not full feature parity with a Galaxy phone. Samsung says Compass View, Ring Phone, and Left Behind Alert are unavailable on iOS.
How to use SmartTag3 on an iPhone
- Install SmartThings. Download Samsung’s SmartThings app from the iPhone’s App Store, then open it and follow its current prompts.
- Use SmartThings Find. Samsung says supported iOS devices can check and share a SmartTag3’s location and use Search Nearby. In Samsung’s general SmartThings Find overview, the navigation path is Life > Find; the page’s detailed compatibility note refers to SmartTag2, so menus may differ for SmartTag3.
- Follow the app’s SmartTag3 setup prompts. Samsung’s published material does not specify a complete SmartTag3 pairing sequence for iPhone. Use the instructions shown in the current app or contact local Samsung support if setup stalls; older-model steps are not confirmed as valid for this tag.
Samsung’s SmartThings Find overview is available at Samsung SmartThings Find.
Which SmartTag3 features work on iPhone?
Samsung identifies iOS as a supported platform for SmartTag3 location checking and sharing, as well as Search Nearby. Its announcement explicitly excludes three features from iOS:
- Compass View: unavailable on iPhone. Samsung describes distance and direction guidance of up to 60 meters under line-of-sight conditions, but that capability does not apply to iOS.
- Ring Phone: unavailable on iOS.
- Left Behind Alert: unavailable on iOS.
Samsung says more than 900 million participating Galaxy devices worldwide can act as finding nodes. Out-of-range finding therefore depends on participating devices being nearby, along with connectivity, settings, and region; it does not guarantee continuous or instant location updates.
#1 Best Overall
- Find your things with ease: The SmartThings Find app uses Bluetooth and ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to locate and keep track of your stuff
- Water and Dust Resistant: IP67 rating offers protection against dust and water immersion between 15 cm and 1 meter for up to 30 minutes
- Compatible with Galaxy Devices Only
Battery, attachment, and safe handling
Samsung Canada lists a replaceable CR2032 battery. Samsung Electronics America estimates up to 550 days under standard usage and up to 790 days in Power Saving Mode, based on simulated internal lab tests with a pre-release device and the included battery. Actual life varies, and some features are unavailable in Power Saving Mode.
Samsung lists a Silicone Case with keyring and a Loop Case as optional attachment accessories. They are sold separately, and availability may vary by market.
Rank #2
- Find your things with ease: The SmartThings Find app uses Bluetooth and ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to locate and keep track of your stuff
- Water and Dust Resistant: IP67 rating offers protection against dust and water immersion between 15 cm and 1 meter for up to 30 minutes
- Compatible with Galaxy Devices Only.
Samsung says the tag has IP67 resistance—up to 1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes—but water and dust resistance can diminish over time. It does not advise use at the beach or pool. Keep the tag and its coin cell away from young children and pets: if the tag or battery detaches and is swallowed, seek immediate medical or veterinary attention.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Availability and announced U.S. price
Samsung announced Galaxy SmartTag3 on September 30, 2026. The company said availability would begin in Korea on October 7, with the U.S. following and additional markets in 2027; its U.S. announcement said U.S. availability was expected by early November 2026. Launch dates and availability are market-specific, so check Samsung in your region.
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Rank #3
- REDESIGNED TO DO MORE: The redesigned Galaxy SmartTag2 is made so you can keep calm and keep track¹; Its design makes it easy for you to tag and carry your belongings
- EASY TO USE: It's IP67-rated water- and dust-resistant², activates your compatible IoT devices³ and stays powered for up to 500 days⁴ or even up to 40% more on Power Saving Mode⁵
- RELAX, YOU'VE GOT IT TAGGED: Simply register a new Galaxy SmartTag2 and get started right away with SmartThings Find; With its intuitive tracking experience, you now have a way to keep track of things you love right in the palm of your hand¹
- SEARCH NEAR WHEN IT'S NOT FAR: Lose something? Switch on Search Nearby⁶ and get instructions to your item's location via Compass View⁷; If you still don't see it, just ring your Galaxy SmartTag2 to have it send out an audible signal
- TAGGED & TRENDY: Cover your Galaxy SmartTag2 with a colorful Silicone Case for protection and a smooth touch – or a Rugged Case with a non-slip pattern on the side and additional bumper on the bottom⁸; Both have a carabiner ring attachment
Samsung Electronics America announced U.S. prices of $29.99 for a one-pack and $99.99 for a four-pack. These are announced U.S. prices, not global prices or confirmation of current retail offers.
Samsung’s product announcement and feature qualifications are at Samsung Newsroom U.S.; the Canadian listing provides local specifications at Samsung Canada.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- REDESIGNED TO DO MORE: The redesigned Galaxy SmartTag2 is made so you can keep calm and keep track; Its design makes it easy for you to tag and carry your belongings
- EASY TO USE: It's IP67-rated water- and dust-resistant, activates your compatible IoT devices and stays powered for up to 500 days or even up to 40% more on Non-Power Saving Mode
- RELAX, YOU'VE GOT IT TAGGED: Simply register a new Galaxy SmartTag2 and get started right away with SmartThings Find; With its intuitive tracking experience, you now have a way to keep track of things you love right in the palm of your hand
- SEARCH NEAR WHEN IT'S NOT FAR: Lose something. Switch on Search Nearby and get guided instructions to your item's location via Compass View; If you still don't see it, just ring your Galaxy SmartTag2 to have it send out an audible signal
- Type of battery needed: replaceable CR2032 1 ea Lithium battery (not included)
Rank #4
- REDESIGNED TO DO MORE: The redesigned Galaxy SmartTag2 is made so you can keep calm and keep track¹; Its design makes it easy for you to tag and carry your belongings
- EASY TO USE: It's IP67-rated water- and dust-resistant², activates your compatible IoT devices³ and stays powered for up to 500 days⁴ or even up to 40% more on Power Saving Mode⁵
- RELAX, YOU'VE GOT IT TAGGED: Simply register a new Galaxy SmartTag2 and get started right away with SmartThings Find; With its intuitive tracking experience, you now have a way to keep track of things you love right in the palm of your hand¹
- SEARCH NEAR WHEN IT'S NOT FAR: Lose something? Switch on Search Nearby⁶ and get instructions to your item's location via Compass View⁷; If you still don't see it, just ring your Galaxy SmartTag2 to have it send out an audible signal
- TAGGED & TRENDY: Cover your Galaxy SmartTag2 with a colorful Silicone Case for protection and a smooth touch – or a Rugged Case with a non-slip pattern on the side and additional bumper on the bottom⁸; Both have a carabiner ring attachment
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