Customer Ratings & Reviews

​After spending some quality time with the latest smartwatch from Samsung, I am thoroughly impressed. The first thing you notice is the design; the refined chassis and brighter screen are a really nice touch, making it comfortable to wear all day and easy to read even in direct sunlight. ​The performance is where this watch truly shines. The new processor makes navigating through apps and widgets incredibly smooth, and the battery life has seen a significant boost. I was able to get through almost two full days on a single charge with regular use, which is a great improvement. ​For me, the standout feature is the advanced health tracking. The new sensors provide incredibly accurate data for workouts, sleep, and overall wellness. It’s an awesome tool for anyone looking to keep a closer eye on their health

This watch is great i get two days on a charge very responsive i like the screen size only thing that is a bit of a challenge is how the band connects to the watch the old school way with the little pins that's gone I'll probably get the hang of it and so wish they still had a band that closes like the 5 pro but all in all I'm really enjoying the upgrade i had the seven for a short time wouldn't last a day unless i changed a bunch of settings

As a longtime Samsung user, the upgrade from my Galaxy Watch6 to the new Samsung Galaxy Watch8 was nothing short of seamless. The setup process was incredibly easy, with my new watch syncing almost instantly with my Samsung S25 Ultra. All my settings, watch faces, and apps transferred over without a hitch, making the transition feel completely natural. It’s exactly the hassle-free experience you want when upgrading within the Samsung ecosystem. The most immediately striking feature is the gorgeous, large display. With a peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits, the screen is absolutely stunning and vibrant, even in bright sunlight. The colors are rich and punchy, and everything from notifications to fitness stats is exceptionally clear and easy to read. Whether I'm checking a quick notification on the go or deep-diving into my sleep data, the clarity is a huge step up. The integration with the S25 Ultra is flawless. The new One UI Watch 8 runs beautifully, feeling faster and more responsive than previous versions. Google Gemini on the wrist allows voice commands for tasks. Health data from the watch syncs instantly with the Samsung Health app on the S25 Ultra, providing a comprehensive overview of wellness. The deep integration creates a fluid and intuitive experience. Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 is an outstanding smartwatch, especially for those in the Samsung ecosystem. The vivid, large display is a pleasure to use. Its strong performance and seamless sync with the S25 Ultra make it a perfect companion. It is a genuine leap forward.

Great watch. I only upgraded because my old watch was BT and I now need an LTE so my family could connect with me when i don't have my phone. Runs fast, no issues with battery life, although I do charge it every night. Only downside - I'm on Cricket and was going to switch to Verizon. When going through the setup process I ran into the issue that these watches will not work on their service. I researched and found there's a ton of people with the same issue, and Verizon can't do anything about it. I'm currently using the 2 year free service that came with it. Works with your current number, but you can only text, no phone calls.

I am very satisfied with this watch. Battery life is pretty decent and very comfortable to wear

Has done the job. It has done the job for active ware and keeps me on track.

Samsung hit it out of the park with the Galaxy Watch 8. While the squircle or "cushion" design is divisive, it looks amazing in person. The screen is large and super bright, and the processor is finally fast enough to the point where I've yet to see any lag (unlike previous Galaxy Watches, which were a laggy mess). My favorite thing about the watch is how comfortable it is; it's super light and fits much better on the wrist due to the changes Samsung made to the watch band design. I'm getting around 35-40 hours of battery with AOD on, sleep tracking, and exercise tracking. My only complaint would be that the watch is pretty slow to charge, often taking over an hour to go from 30% to fully charged.

been waiting a long time for a smartwatch that i didn't find hideously ugly and especially a samsung watch that i didn't find hideously ugly, so this is my first smartwatch other than a skagen falster that was attractive but was functionally garbage. i find this design quite attractive and the dual contrasting shape... squircle, downplays the overall mass. watch is quite comfortable and enjoying all the biometric sensor reporting. for those trying to get the google fi 2 year promo, it was baked into the firmware and needs to be activated during setup, so if you blew past it, you might need to reset your watch. but verify this with bestbuy. like i said, really like the design, but a bit disappointed in watch band choices so far. the samsung ones looks really cheap and none of the others have matching graphite hardware. as far as size goes, i feel like with my 6.5" (16.5 / 17cm) wrist i could have gone either way 40mm or 44mm. i went with 44. figure if i'm gonna get a geek watch, i might as well go full in. but honestly, i think it's just right. maybe if a band has lugs, it might push it into too big territory, but with the sport band, it seems just right. smaller than 6.5" i'd go with the 44.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 has exceeded all my expectations! I chose the 44mm size, which is perfect for my big fingers. I like the fact that I can connect independently to my music, phone, and notifications without having to lug my phone with me when I bike or walk. Plus I can leave my desk at work without every worrying about missing another important phone call. The battery lasts more than a day no matter how many apps I use at once, like music/Samsung health/phone, etc. I've also bought 4 different bands and they are really easy to take off and install. Overall best purchase I've made in many years!

I really like the Galaxy Watch 8! It’s sleek, easy to use, and has great features for tracking health and fitness. Battery life is solid and it pairs seamlessly with my phone. Definitely worth it—highly recommend!

Great watch. Does everything thing I need and will be there to ask for help if I have a fall. Hope I never need it but it is nice to know it is there. I am not sure about battery life still testing that out. Right now it seems to last about 36 hours. I like the sleep function and details, Now if I wonder off into the woods I can find my way back..lol

I have always loved my samsung galaxy watch. I started using a google pixel watch for a little while and I absolutely hated it.I'm back to samsung now and I am in love with this watch.The screen is bigger and the functions are faster.I'll never leave samsung again.

Great upgrade coming from a Watch 6. Very impressed with the battery life and speed of the device. No issues with any connectivity, definitely a solid upgrade. Easy trade in process through Best Buy as well.

Like the 44mm cellular so far (black). Not heavy to wear, and I actually like the square/circle design used for the watch. Although I do need to get a protective screen cover for it I feel to be safe. I also like the new card designs that they have for information. I do need to circle back and figure out how to get my Google FI year free cellular service else just dropped by my local Best Buy and ask them about it. Possible that free service only interfaces with major cellular providers, such as T-Mobile, etc., since it will not be set up as a watch on their service for which one would pay for it. Once I crunched the numbers the BB dealer seemed like the best overall value with two years, free cell service and the $50 gift card. I'm surprise is still offering it today but if you can grab it with those extras, it's worth it I think. Too soon to know battery life though feel it will get through an entire day no issues. Must buy an Ultra which for longer most times.

This watch is great and worth the price. Battery life lasts me over a day with the right settings. Very customizable and responsive. Having Google Gemini comes in handy in the most unforeseen situtations. Purchased at time of promo for 2 years included service and that works flawlessly.

Best smart watch ive personally had slim and sleek and full of new features

The watch is as expected. Excellent response especially compared to watch 6 which I had. I use lte a lot. Only one issue. With lte and if you listen to youtube vidoes (yes you can do that), the battery will die in couple of hours. Almost 50% in an hour. Otherwise battery can stay for couple of days easily with normal activities

The watch arrived early and it is a fast, responsive, and has a long battery life.

Great watch with lots of features and options and decent battery life.

Nice product. First time in a LONG time using Android devices. WATCH is great and recommended. Disappointed though with BestBuy Return policies. After a week I discovered Samsung says don't use this watch if you have a Pacemaker (& I believe it was causing problems). When I tried to return to BB after a week's ownership they would not offer what I paid for it...only a reduced value! Frustrating.