How to Pair Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro with Phone
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro pairs with Android phones using the Galaxy Wearable app. Full outdoor features including GPX route import require Android—iPhone has limited compatibility.
Before You Start
Prepare both devices for pairing.
- Charge watch to at least 30%
- Enable Bluetooth on your phone
- Install
Galaxy Wearablefrom Google Play Store - Phone running Android 8.0 or higher
- Keep devices within 1-2 feet during pairing
Pairing Steps
Follow these steps to connect your watch to your Android phone.
- Turn on the watch by holding the Home button for 2-3 seconds
- Select your language and accept terms on the watch
- Open
Galaxy Wearableon your phone - Tap
Start the journey(or + icon if adding another device) - Select
Galaxy Watch5 Profrom the device list - Verify the 6-digit passkey matches on both devices
- Tap OK on phone and checkmark on watch
- Sign in to your Samsung account (required for outdoor features)
- Grant permissions: Location, Contacts, Phone, Messages, Notifications, Storage
- Wait for initial sync (5-10 minutes)
iPhone Compatibility (Limited)
The watch offers limited functionality with iPhone. Critical outdoor features require Android.
What Works:
- Basic fitness tracking (steps, heart rate)
- View notifications (cannot reply)
- Music control, timers, alarms
What Doesn't Work:
- GPX route import
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Track back feature
- Samsung Pay
- Reply to messages
- Advanced health features (ECG, body composition)
After Successful Pairing
Verify connection and configure outdoor features.
Check Connection:
- Solid blue Bluetooth icon on watch face
- Galaxy Wearable app shows "Connected"
- Send yourself a text to test notifications
Initial Setup:
- Update software:
SettingsSoftware update - Configure GPS:
SettingsConnectionsLocationEnable high accuracy - Set up Samsung Pay
- Import first GPX route via
Samsung Health
Troubleshooting Pairing Issues
If pairing fails, try these solutions.
Watch Not Found:
- Restart both devices
- Turn Bluetooth off and on
- Clear Bluetooth cache: Phone
SettingsAppsBluetoothStorageClear cache
Pairing Fails Repeatedly:
- Forget "Galaxy Watch5 Pro" in phone's Bluetooth settings
- Factory reset watch:
SettingsGeneralReset - Update Galaxy Wearable app
Disconnects After Pairing:
- Disable battery optimization for Galaxy Wearable
- Grant all permissions to the app
Enable Remote Connection
In Galaxy Wearable Watch settings General Remote connection, enable this to maintain connectivity over Wi-Fi when out of Bluetooth range—essential for extended outdoor activities.
See Also: How to Connect|What Phones Compatible