Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - Galaxy Watch8 Aluminum Smartwatch 44mm BT - Graphite - (2025)
Average customer rating
4.6
(3,018 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 3,018 reviews
5 Stars
2,265
4 Stars
490
3 Stars
156
2 Stars
53
1 Star
54
86%of customers recommend this product.
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698 out of
808)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - Galaxy Watch8 Aluminum Smartwatch 44mm BT - Graphite - (2025)
Customer Rating
1
Huge Boring Watch with no Hardware Upgrade. Why?
on July 28, 2025
Posted by: DMMDMM
Expertise:Expert
Galaxy Watch 8 is Unnecessary a HUGE WATCH and the most boring watch I've ever worn! It's a stupid design and No Hardware upgrades over Galaxy watch 7. It's also Not compatible with older Galaxy Watch bands. Completely unimpressed. However, Smart Switch Software is much better, but still buggy, as you will have to do 2 restores from a Backup, but it did restore successfully except the notifications The Watch does not sit correctly on a charger pad as the band will not go flat..
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Features
1
Performance
1
Design
1
Value
1
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, July 28, 2025
Hi DMMDMM,
Thanks for taking the time out of your day to share your thoughts with us about your experience with using the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. We appreciate your feedback as we improve the functionality and performance of our product line. The cushion design has been newly added to Galaxy Watch8. With its slimmed-down profile to just 8.6mm, and the upgraded Dynamic Lug System, it offers a more refined look and a more comfortable fit. We would be more than happy to assist you with whatever you may be experiencing with your device, however, we need more details regarding what may be occurring with your device before we can do so. Please feel free to contact Samsung Support if you would like further assistance with troubleshooting your device. Thank you for being a faithful Samsung customer.
- Debra
Samsung Support
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Warranty Information
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Thanks for taking the time out of your day to share your thoughts with us about your experience with using the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. We appreciate your feedback as we improve the functionality and performance of our product line. The cushion design has been newly added to Galaxy Watch8. With its slimmed-down profile to just 8.6mm, and the upgraded Dynamic Lug System, it offers a more refined look and a more comfortable fit. We would be more than happy to assist you with whatever you may be experiencing with your device, however, we need more details regarding what may be occurring with your device before we can do so. Please feel free to contact Samsung Support if you would like further assistance with troubleshooting your device. Thank you for being a faithful Samsung customer.
- Debra
Samsung Support
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Warranty Information
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Facebook Messenger
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Watch8
https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch8/
Galaxy Watch8 Bands
https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/mobile-accessories/smartwatches/?category_names=Smartwatches&wearables_compatibility=Galaxy+Watch8
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Happy W/S8 Watch
on July 27, 2025
Posted by: Samsung MB
Expertise:Intermediate
Besides everyone having issues with their watch straps not locking in, I have not had these or any issues with the new watch. I have the 40mm. It's very comfortable for me. I am not talking for everyone. Everyone wrist is going to be different fit and feel.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Posted by: Jack
from Temecula,CA
Expertise:Intermediate
Verified Purchase:Yes
I love it except for the battery life, i have to charge it almost every day. It does charge fast but my last cheep watch lasted 7-8 days.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
4
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Amazing Watch
on December 5, 2025
Posted by: Glez13
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Galaxy Watch 8 is one of those gadgets you don’t realize you needed until you actually start using it. Samsung clearly leaned into making this watch feel more like a helpful part of your daily routine rather than just another tech accessory on your wrist. After spending time with it, it becomes obvious that this is more than a fitness tracker or notification gadget—it's a little personal assistant, health coach, and everyday companion rolled into one.
Design That Just… Works
The first thing you notice is how comfortable it is. Samsung finally nailed a design that feels lightweight, slim, and stylish without looking bulky or overly “techy.” The new cushion-style case and soft, flexible band hug your wrist without ever feeling tight. Even if you wear it all day—from morning workout to late-night sleep tracking—you won’t feel that typical smartwatch fatigue.
The screen is gorgeous. It’s bright, colorful, and super easy to read outside, even in direct sunlight. If you've ever tried checking your watch during a run or mid-errand only to squint at a dim screen, the Watch 8 fixes that. Samsung’s display quality really shows here—everything from notifications to watch faces pops beautifully. Galaxy AI Makes a Big Difference
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Posted by: gnadas
Verified Purchase:Yes
I had the Watch 6 for a couple of years and really liked it. When I saw the special on Watch 8, I actually hesitated since the Watch 6 was performing well. But the trade-in opportunity moved me to decide for the Watch 8. And I am so glad! The performance is noticeably superior. It is well worth the switch.
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Exactly company for all age for many reasons
on March 14, 2026
Posted by: Ali1306
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] That phone change my life and the form to see the technical easy ! With good accessibility to the up on the words
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Galaxy 8 44mm
on July 27, 2025
Posted by: GMP57
from Kennesaw, Georgia
Expertise:Intermediate
I'm sing a Samsung S24FE with Galaxy watch 8.This is a major upgrade from Samsung Galaxy watch 6.
New OS, redesign of watch inside & out. Galaxy watch 8 is much lighter and more comfortable.
I highly recommend this watch
New OS, redesign of watch inside & out. Galaxy watch 8 is much lighter and more comfortable.
I highly recommend this watch
Galaxy 8 watch, 44mm, black band.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Nice But Not Great
on March 14, 2026
Posted by: Trakster
My previous watch was a Samsung 3, which had a decreased battery life. The Watch 8 has a few more features, if you can find them. The battery life was worse than the 3 but after turning on Battery Save mode, it became much better. Which I did not need to do with the Watch 3.
Still learning the watch features. I need to remove some apps since I use just a few. I usually just use the phone and text.
Still learning the watch features. I need to remove some apps since I use just a few. I usually just use the phone and text.
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US