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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 599 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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95%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers regard the product's overall performance as snappy and lag-free, with its fantastic battery life also being a significant highlight. They further appreciate its comfortable fit, improved design, helpful features, and genuinely useful health tracking capabilities. However, a notable concern for some is its lack of compatibility with iPhones.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Comfortable, durable, reliable.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was worried about the size at first but I grew to like it. It fits comfortably, the band itself has a soft feel and durable. If I want to change the band then I can with ease and the band sticks to the watch itself, no lag or risk of it being broken. Has a built in speaker which is a surprise but good sound quality. The watch face sensitivity is also good, I am able to switch between apps with ease. I had also gotten a tempered glass protector and even without the 'extra sensitivity' option turned on, I am able to swipe without issue. As for the applications for health tracking, so far it has been reliable and works well with the health app I have for my Samsung S25+. It tracks the heart rate with no gaps, tracks my sleeping with no gaps, and only time there is gaps is when I remove the watch to charge. As for the battery life, at first it was short but after using it a while it started to last longer from 24 hours to a full 72 hours. I only use it for keeping time, tracking steps, and other health tracking. Might drain faster if I use it to listen to music. It may be different if used differently but the battery life works great. Only downside is that for the watch charger to work, you need a wall charger or a strong battery connection equivalent to charge it. But depending on your phone, if compatible, you can use your phone to charge the watch too, so I guess that makes up for it on the go. Overall, I love this watch so far I had it since February.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Design, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Watch

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been wearing my Samsung Galaxy Watch for a few weeks now, and I'm really impressed with its features and performance. The design is sleek and stylish, and the display is vibrant and easy to read. The fitness tracking features are top-notch, and I've found the watch to be accurate in monitoring my activity levels and heart rate. The built-in GPS is also super helpful for tracking my runs and hikes. The battery life is decent, and I've been able to get through a full day without needing to recharge. The watch is also compatible with my Android phone, which makes it easy to receive notifications and control my music playback. One thing I'd like to see improved is the integration with third-party apps. Sometimes, it takes a while for notifications to sync, and I'd love to see more app options available. Overall, I'm really happy with my Samsung Galaxy Watch, and I'd definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable and feature-packed smartwatch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Features

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice upgrade

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really enjoying the Galaxy Watch8 having used another product for many years. It has great features, sits comfortably on the wrist with it's low profile, and looks good. The battery life is acceptable, getting around 36 hours before having to charge.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Design

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Smartwatch!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 it's fantastic! After all this years and past models finally the 8th edition it's worth buying and wearing! *The quality and Design are flawless and the light weight make this watch a great looking wearable and a perfect companion while working out or even sleeping for tracking purposes! *The UI runs very smooth and the screen is very bright and responsive. Also it is very customizable and everything looks so good on this watch! Wear it daily or use it to achieve your fitness goals ir track your sleep, with almost 2 days of battery life (normal usage) this watch is fantastic and comes at a very competitive price! I'm loving it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Watch works GREAT and battery lasts !!

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The product turned out really really good. I bought it as a gift for my dad and he loved it. It’s been working great so far and I bought it over 4 months ago. Battery lasts a while and it’s not uncomfortable at all!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this watch. The battery last forever an it's a big enough screen. Doesn't freeze or anything just amazing

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Features

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great fit and finish

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A very sleek watch with bells and whistles. Lighter than previous watch 3.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It Just Makes Sense

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    While I thought this watch was really ugly, it has grown on me tremendously. It just works. It's thin, it weighs nothing, it has Spotify over LTE, I can do DJ nights on my runs without my phone. No drama, build is solid, UI makes sense. It just works. I thought the Pixel Watch would be better because it looked better, but the Galaxy Watch 8 is a far superior device.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Design

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This is a really great watch

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am upgrading from a Galaxy 6. I was really happy with the amount I got for the trade in. It wasn't a huge leap in technology, but it has many small improvements that made the upgrade worth it. The overall design is better. It feels more comfortable on the wrist and is flatter. Battery life seems a little better. Speakers are very good. It comes pre-installed with Gemini where you press a physical button to activate it and instantly pops up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing watch

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had the galaxy 4 watch and got this one. It has been amazing, overall performance is great, I have no issues with it whatsoever. Easy to set up and connect with my phone, battery life is great, I can get calls and texts all day and it has never gone dead once. With the 4, it would have died within 8 hours at work. Strap it came with is so comfortable and is not annoying as the 4 strap was.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Watch - Bad Band Design

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Samsung has made improvements since my last Galaxy Watch and - most of them - I'm happy with. The display is crisp and clear and it activates without argument on a turn of the wrist. Battery life is much improved. I'm not reaching for the charger immediately after a 2-hour bike ride. Sensors seem all to work as expected. As to the band, the first observation is that the included band too big. Beyond that, tucking in the band tail behind the buckle is an ongoing fight against curling and pinching every time. Samsung should go back to a more traditional band design.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Overall performance
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch

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    Best Buy Employee
    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    [Employee of bestbuy] Love this watch great display feels comfy on wrist and lasts a long time even with good amount of use

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Design

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very cute

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I gave it to my wife and she was delighted, good battery, comfortable and very nice.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Watch fo Health, Display, and Comfort

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent fit to my wrist and excellent health tracking: sleep tracking, cardio info, dietary habits, and personalized trainng. Display is excellent. This is the first smart watch that actually turns on the display when I rotate my wrist to see the time. Battery life goes 2 days with a little to spare.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Features

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Connectivity and Usefulness

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this to upgrade from a Fitbit. Im very pleased with the battery life and all the apps available. The biometrics it supplies are very handy while working out. Makes calls and texts flawlessly. Very happy with this product. Definitely recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Comfort, Design

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Night and Day Difference in Comfort!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I came from an Apple Watch Ultra, which was always too heavy and bulky for my wrist. The difference with this Galaxy Watch 8 is night and day! It's so comfortable and light that I barely notice I'm wearing it. The design is sleek, and I'm really happy with the battery life, easily getting over 2 days on a single charge. Very glad I made the switch!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Final Verdict

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Galaxy Watch8 (44mm) is a standout Android smartwatch — elegant, powerful, packed with health and fitness tools, and a dependable daily companion. If you want a capable smartwatch that marries style with functionality (and don’t mind charging it every day), this is a fantastic choice.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Galaxy Watch 8

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The display brightness and battery life are good. It is faster than previous Galaxy Watch versions. Price is a little high. This should be the price for the ULTRA but Samsung is overpricing their watches.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfort, Design

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Smartwatch with Excellent Features

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent smartwatch! The design is sleek and modern, and it feels very comfortable on the wrist. The screen is bright and clear, and the battery life lasts longer than I expected. It tracks my activities accurately and the features are easy to use. Overall, it offers great value for the price. I’m very satisfied with this purchase and would definitely recommend it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Galaxy Watch8

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It has performed beyond my expectations. Been easy to setup. Love the fitness tracking and sleep performance. Its starting to help improve my life.

    I would recommend this to a friend