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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 170 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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Customers are saying

Customers are pleased with the Galaxy Watch8's battery life, overall performance, and comfortable design. Many users appreciate the screen size and find the design attractive. Some customers are exploring the new features, and connectivity is reliable. The watch also offers fast charging.

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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    New galaxy watch 8

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

    ​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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Finally a upgrade

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

    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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Enjoying the new Updates!

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

    Amazing! Love the new size and screen on these newer versions of the Galaxy Watch. coming from a Galaxy Watch 4 is a huge upgrade. Battery life could be better but I work in-office/home so keeping my watch charged is not a problem.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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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, I replaced my Watch 7 with this and it has been amazing. The battery actually lasts all day and it is comfortable to wear all day

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Watch.

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

    After reading reviews about this watch, I am comfortable in making this decision. It's very comfortable on the wrist and waterproof. I can wear it everyday with switch to my other watches.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great watch but doesn't work with Verizon service

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

    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 would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Everyone needs a good watch ⌚️

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

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Galaxy 44 mm lte

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

    I live this watch. From the look with the sleek design, the technology. The functionality of the watch. I live in have the freedom of not carrying my phone and can still call and text when I'm not home. I will say the battery was dying fast and I googles as to why and I followed the steps and it seemed to have fixed the issue.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great high-tech watch

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

    This watch has exceeded my expectations! It is my first smart watch and it does way more than I realized. The GPS tracking is accurate, fitness insights useful, you can download playlists, and even browse the internet. It also looks nice and fits comfortably. Battery life isn't great if you run a lot.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 LTE

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

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Smart watch

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

    Perfect I love my smart watch the battery is perfect I charge each three days

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Watch

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

    Got it for my hubby he loves it and says its excellent and would purchase again in future!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch

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

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

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    LTE For the win!

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

    Coming from the Galaxy watch 4, the 8 is like a 20 year advancement. My text messages are synced in real time, unlike with the 4, and the user interface is super easy to navigate. Put simply, the Galaxy watch 8 is what Samsung devotees expect and demand, but better late than never!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Productions

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

    What a great watch! I’m able to customize it the way I want and it’s easy to navigate.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Comfortable and fast!

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

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Useful but not perfect.

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

    Battery life for me lasts about 30 hours even without the Always-On Display (AOD). The display is good but the swiping is finicky. The step tracking isn't completely accurate either. It counts an excessive amount of steps when driving. The watch is decently comfortable and pretty water resistant. I've worn it (with the Water Lock on) while working in most outside conditions and I've had no issues(90°F plus, pouring rain, and its been slightly covered in mud).

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best decision ever!!

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was always against having a watch, and then my mom went into hospice care. I needed to have a way to communicate with her while I was at work. So I had a couple of co-workers suggest getting a Samsung Galaxy watch I went with the 44mm size. I'm still learning everyday something new with this watch. But I have to say it has been life-changing. I never tracked my steps. Some days I don't walk a lot, and some days I don't even know howü I got that many steps in. The only thing I don't like is trying to text someone it's really hard cuz it's so small. The talk-to-text is nice but it never detects what I really said. Nothing like how my phone works anyways. But very happy with this purchase

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    1st WearOS smartwatch that isn't hideously ugly

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

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Samsung Galaxy 8 Watch - outstanding!

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

    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 would recommend this to a friend