Can You Swim with Galaxy Watch 5 Pro?
Yes, the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is fully waterproof for swimming with 5ATM + IP68 water resistance—rated for pool swimming, ocean swimming, and water sports.
Water Resistance Rating
| Rating | Protection |
|---|---|
| 5ATM | 50 meters (165 feet) depth |
| IP68 | Complete dust and water sealing |
| MIL-STD-810H | Military water immersion testing |
The titanium case is naturally corrosion-resistant, making it ideal for saltwater swimming.
Safe Activities
Approved:
- Pool lap swimming
- Ocean beach swimming
- Snorkeling (surface)
- Kayaking, paddleboarding
- Showering, rain
Not recommended:
- Scuba diving (exceeds 50m rating)
- Hot tubs, saunas (heat damages seals)
- High-pressure water jets
Water Lock Mode
Enable before swimming:
- Swipe down from watch face
- Tap Water Lock icon (water droplet)
- Screen locks to prevent water-triggered touches
Disable after swimming:
- Rotate bezel clockwise continuously
- Watch vibrates and ejects water from speaker
- Screen unlocks
Swim Tracking Features
Pool swimming:
- Automatic lap counting
- Stroke detection (freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, butterfly)
- SWOLF score (efficiency metric)
- Pace and distance tracking
Open water:
- GPS route tracking
- Distance via GPS
- Pace and duration
Set pool length in Samsung Health Exercise Swimming Settings for accurate distance tracking.
After Swimming Care
- Rinse with fresh water immediately after saltwater or chlorine
- Dry completely with soft cloth
- Clean charging contacts to remove residue
- Avoid charging while wet—wait 1-2 hours to dry
Titanium Advantage
Titanium doesn't corrode in saltwater—superior to aluminum or stainless steel for ocean swimmers and beach activities.
Water Lock Essential
Always enable Water Lock before swimming. Water can trigger random touches on the touchscreen, potentially ending your workout or changing settings.
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