Customers recognize the Moto G Play 2023's excellent camera quality, impressive battery life, and ease of use as significant strengths. Many also appreciate its affordable price and convenient screen size. However, some users point to limited storage as a key drawback, along with occasional software performance issues. The phone's performance is considered adequate by some, but others find it lacking.
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Pros mentioned:
Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very good phone recommended 100%
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very good phone recommended 100% good camera very linear and economical would be a good option for a good gift to family or friends
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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That's wonderful to hear, RaunelC! We're glad to know that you're enjoying the phone and would recommend it 100%. It's great to hear that the camera quality is good and that you find the phone to be straightforward and economical. You can join our online community if you would like to know more about the exciting features of our devices: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Mitch
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Motorola cellular
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It’s working perfectly beautifull looking cell fone device and it works great
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Moto
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Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Phone works good but cheaply made it..............
if you can afford it I would spend a little more and get a better quality phone like a Samsung
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Hi VanessaM, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're glad to hear the phone is working well for you, but we’re sorry to hear you feel the build quality could be improved. Your input is valuable, and we’ll make sure to share it with our team as we work to enhance our products. If you're interested, please follow our official community page: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Mitch
Cons mentioned:
Memory
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Thank you
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love it, with little memory but it solves me. Excellent product.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Hi Jessenia1Perez, We appreciate you taking the time to give us very positive feedback, and we're happy that you love the phone. If you're interested, we'd like to hear your story and share it with other G Play users here: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en -Belle
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Motorola
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It was a good phone. No complaints. A pricewise it is affordable
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Thank you for sharing your experience with the phone, EdwigeB. It's great to hear that you found it to be a good device without any complaints. To be up to date with our devices, please follow our official community page: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Mitch
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
MotoG
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Was so happy when I got the phone,I like the shape and it works perfectly.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Hi ElizabethE, We're thrilled to hear that you're pleased with your new phone. It's great to know that you're enjoying its design and that it's performing perfectly for you. You can join our online community if you would like to know more about the exciting features of our devices: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Mitch
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
nice phone
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
the price is verry good i am 69 years old all new phones are hard for me sofar it is good your employes have ben grate help a good deal for me
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Hello JoeCommer, I'm so glad to hear that you're happy with the price and the help you've received from BestBuy! It's important to us that all our customers, including those who might find new technology challenging, have a positive experience. You may join our official Moto G Play 2023 community here: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Iza
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Motorola moto g ( the best affordable phone)
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Amazing phone with cheap price and best features and I bought 3 phones
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Hi MohammmedZ, that's fantastic to hear! It sounds like you've found a real winner with this phone, especially considering its amazing features at such an affordable price. You can join our online community if you would like to know more about the exciting features of our devices: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Mitch
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good phone, rated by my kid
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I bought this phone for one of my kids (teenager). He gave it 4 stars. I think it's a good phone at a good price.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Thank you for sharing your feedback, TeoC. We're thrilled to hear that your teenager is enjoying the phone and that it meets your expectations for both quality and value. If you're interested, please follow our official community page: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Mitch
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Phone
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This phone is excellent for the price the salesperson was excellent
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Hi MichaelD, We're glad that you love the phone and you're satisfied with the phone's price. You can join our online community if you would like to know more about the exciting features of our devices: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Mitch
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Moto G Play 2023
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
So far everything is good. There was a little bit of a learning experience on how to do what i wanted to do. Lots of newer technology than my old Motorola. Inexpensive!!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Hi ThomasB, Thank you for your review and for taking the time to share your feedback. Glad that you gave us 4 stars. If you ever need help, give us a holler or reach out to our official Moto G Play community page: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Mitch
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Great Price & Easy to Use!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It's lite, convenient & easy to use for beginners!
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I didn't get the charger, pin to open SIM slot or manual... So, I'm not sure of my rating for this phone yet.
Guess buying a phone from Best Buy online described as "new-open box, condition excellent", means everything that normally comes in a box with a phone must had been lost when the box was opened....but they threw in a dirty used C cord that has C adapter on both ends?
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Hi Onlineshopper, We understand your concern about receiving a 'new-open box' phone. When purchasing from a retailer like Best Buy, the included accessories can vary, especially with open-box items. Motorola’s standard packaging for new devices typically includes essential items, but open-box purchases may not always come with everything. We recommend reaching out to Best Buy for clarification on what should have been included with your purchase. -Mitch
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good morning Motorola
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Love the black and white converse and the ones that are playing with the other guy in the morning and the other day was much more fun than the other day
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Thanks for choosing us and for giving us positive ratings, BenR. We’re so grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us. If you're interested, we'd like to hear your story and share it with other G Play users here: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Mitch
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best phone under $100
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I was looking for unlocked phone in a reasonable price range. It’s a good phone for day to day use if you are not concerned much about camera quality etc…
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Thanks for purchasing this phone and for your feedback, Naresh. We’re so grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us. If you're interested, we'd like to hear your story and share it with other G Play users here: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. We love to hear from you from there. -Mitch
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Motorola
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love the phone it amazing I would by it any time
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Hi RosangelaD, thank you for letting us know how you love your new Moto G Play 2023. We appreciate you for taking the time to share this experience with us. Feel free to follow us on our official community page at https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Ythan
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Thank u
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very good customer service ty my son was more than happy with his Christmas gift and I was more than happy with my assistantanc
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Thanks for purchasing this phone and for your feedback, CiaraN. We're glad that you chose it for your son and that you had a smooth transaction with BestBuy. You can join our online community if you would like to know more about the exciting features of our devices: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Mitch
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Motorola
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Phone is very slow, easyly low bat.camera is not clear.but i like the flash light feature.shake it and flash light will turn on.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Hi RizalieTani, we're glad to hear that you have one of our Motorola devices, and we're sorry to hear that you got a concern with your device where you suffer a quick battery discharge and the phone is slow. Let me help you with that. Do you have the latest Android OS version on your device? Go to Settings > System > Advanced > System updates. You may try also to do a soft reboot on your device, press and hold the power button for 10-20 seconds. For the battery, are you using the original Motorola charger that came with your device? Have you tried to use a different charger? Let's do battery calibration https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/136836/~/battery-calibration. For other concerns, please send us an email at [email protected]. -Ythan
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera quality, Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review for Motorola - Moto G Play 2023 32GB (Unloc
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I recently purchased the Motorola Moto G Play 2023 with 32GB of storage in Navy Blue, and I am extremely pleased with its performance and features.
Performance
For a budget-friendly smartphone, the Moto G Play offers impressive performance. The processor handles everyday tasks smoothly, including browsing the web, using social media apps, and streaming videos. While it may not be the fastest phone on the market, it delivers reliable and consistent performance for daily use.
Display
The display quality is quite good for its price range. The colors are vibrant, and the resolution is crisp, making videos and images look great. The screen size is ample for comfortable viewing and browsing, and the touch response is responsive and accurate.
Design
The Navy Blue finish gives the phone a sleek and stylish look. The build quality feels solid and durable, and the phone is comfortable to hold. It’s lightweight, making it easy to carry around.
Storage and Battery
With 32GB of storage, there's enough space for essential apps and media. For those who need more storage, the phone supports expandable memory via a microSD card. The battery life is one of the standout features of this phone, easily lasting a full day on a single charge with moderate use.
Camera
The camera performance is decent for casual photography. It captures clear and detailed photos in good lighting conditions. While it may not compete with high-end smartphones, it is more than sufficient for everyday snapshots and video calls.
Overall
I am very satisfied with the Motorola Moto G Play 2023. It offers excellent value for its price, providing solid performance, a good display, and impressive battery life. It’s an ideal choice for anyone looking for an affordable and reliable smartphone. I would highly recommend this phone to those who need a dependable device without breaking the bank.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Hi HenryE, we appreciate your glowing review of your recent purchase. Your choice of Motorola Mobility as your device provider means a lot to us. Kindly stay connected with us by joining our official community page at https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Ythan
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Camera quality, Screen size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Purchase to keep child safe
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I recently purchased the Motorola Moto G Play 2023 32GB (Unlocked) in Navy Blue for my son, and overall, it has been a good investment. Here’s a closer look at the key features and our experience with the phone:
Design and Build Quality
The Moto G Play 2023 in Navy Blue has a sleek and modern design that appeals to both adults and younger users. Its plastic build is sturdy, and the textured back provides a good grip, which is particularly useful for my son. The phone has a solid feel without being too heavy, making it comfortable for daily use, especially for a younger user who might be a bit rougher with their devices.
#### Display and Performance
The phone's 6.5-inch HD+ display is bright and clear, making it suitable for watching videos, playing games, and browsing the web. While the resolution isn’t the highest on the market, it is more than adequate for everyday tasks and media consumption, particularly for a child's use.
Performance-wise, the Moto G Play 2023 is powered by a MediaTek processor, which handles basic tasks smoothly. For my son, who uses the phone primarily for messaging, light gaming, and streaming videos, the device performs reliably. It’s not the fastest phone out there, but it’s perfect for his needs and price range.
#### Storage and Battery Life
With 32GB of internal storage, the Moto G Play 2023 provides enough space for essential apps, photos, and some music or video files. Although the storage is somewhat limited, it is expandable via a microSD card, which is a great feature for those who might need more space in the future.
One of the standout features is the battery life. The Moto G Play 2023 has a large 5000mAh battery, which easily lasts a full day of moderate use. For my son, who tends to be on his phone throughout the day, it’s reassuring to know that the battery won’t run out quickly, even with extensive use.
Camera Quality
The phone comes with a triple-camera setup, which includes a 16MP main sensor, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. The camera quality is decent for casual photos and video calls. My son has enjoyed taking pictures with it, and while it doesn’t compare to higher-end smartphones, it’s perfectly suitable for his needs. The front-facing camera is also adequate for selfies and video chats with friends and family.
#### Conclusion
Overall, the Motorola Moto G Play 2023 is a practical and budget-friendly option for a younger user. It meets all the basic requirements for a first smartphone, with reliable performance, good battery life, and enough storage for essential use. If you’re looking for an affordable, unlocked phone that provides all the necessary features without breaking the bank, this is a solid choice. My son is happy with it, and I feel confident that it's a good value for the price.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Motorola Customer Care
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Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback, Momaleia. We're thrilled to hear that you and your son are having a positive experience with the device. If you ever need help, give us a holler or reach out to our official Moto G Play community page: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/moto-g-play-2023/bd-p/moto_g_play_2023_en. -Mitch