Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - Galaxy Watch8 Aluminum Smartwatch 44mm BT - Graphite - (2025)
Average customer rating
4.6
(3,016 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 3,016 reviews
5 Stars
2,264
4 Stars
489
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
5
The Best Wearable Performance Yet
on April 13, 2026
Posted by: jbolte104
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Galaxy Watch 8 is a massive step forward for anyone who values speed and health tracking. The transition to the Exynos W1000 3nm chip is immediately noticeable; apps open instantly, and navigating Wear OS 6.0 is the smoothest experience I've had on a circular watch. The display is also a standout—at 3,000 nits, it’s incredibly easy to read even in direct midday sun.
The new health features are where this watch really shines. I’ve been using the Antioxidant Index and the Running Coach to fine-tune my workouts, and the data feels more actionable than previous years. I also appreciate the thinner design and the new lug system, which makes the watch sit much more flush against my wrist, providing a more premium look and a more accurate heart rate reading during sparring and training.
Battery life remains solid, comfortably getting me through about 40 hours even with the Always-On Display active. With the integration of Google Gemini out of the box, it feels less like a basic notification hub and more like a genuine AI assistant on my wrist. If you're coming from a Watch 5 or 6, the upgrade in brightness and processing power alone makes this worth it
The new health features are where this watch really shines. I’ve been using the Antioxidant Index and the Running Coach to fine-tune my workouts, and the data feels more actionable than previous years. I also appreciate the thinner design and the new lug system, which makes the watch sit much more flush against my wrist, providing a more premium look and a more accurate heart rate reading during sparring and training.
Battery life remains solid, comfortably getting me through about 40 hours even with the Always-On Display active. With the integration of Google Gemini out of the box, it feels less like a basic notification hub and more like a genuine AI assistant on my wrist. If you're coming from a Watch 5 or 6, the upgrade in brightness and processing power alone makes this worth it
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
I Like my watch
on April 13, 2026
Posted by: Tbonetim
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Its a great watch with decent features updates never been an issue and look forward to what is coming in the future.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
2
lousy battery life
on April 13, 2026
Posted by: Jemaster
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Value
2
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, April 14, 2026
Salutations Jemaster,
Thank you for finding the opportunity to share your thoughts with us about your experience using the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we strive to provide the best products with superior functionality on the market to our customers. Samsung provides a 12-month warranty on our products for manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship. The Galaxy Watch8 40mm model offers a 325mAh battery while the 44mm model provides a 435mAh battery. Both of which can offer up to 30 hours of use with the Always On Display (AOD) mode enabled. Please take a moment to review, "Reduced battery life on your Samsung smart watch" to see what factors, if any, may be impacting the life of your Galaxy Watch8. Please feel free to let us know if you have any questions or if you would like any further assistance afterward by reaching out to Samsung Support. Thanks for choosing to be an integral part of the Samsung community!
- Debra
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Thank you for finding the opportunity to share your thoughts with us about your experience using the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we strive to provide the best products with superior functionality on the market to our customers. Samsung provides a 12-month warranty on our products for manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship. The Galaxy Watch8 40mm model offers a 325mAh battery while the 44mm model provides a 435mAh battery. Both of which can offer up to 30 hours of use with the Always On Display (AOD) mode enabled. Please take a moment to review, "Reduced battery life on your Samsung smart watch" to see what factors, if any, may be impacting the life of your Galaxy Watch8. Please feel free to let us know if you have any questions or if you would like any further assistance afterward by reaching out to Samsung Support. Thanks for choosing to be an integral part of the Samsung community!
- Debra
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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
WhatsApp app can be read and can be see the pictur
on April 13, 2026
Posted by: Elislenio
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Gemini its on my wrist. I can have on hand all the information need it.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Health functions are amazing. I am so motivated.
on April 13, 2026
Posted by: Rosie78
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I purchased my watch just over 2 weeks ago after delayed hesitation over having the pixel so many years and am so so so happy I did this. Not only do i already have the samsung phone now this is the perfect companion as it includes AI that helps me clarify so much information. I love the watch faces and the complications as we have so many options including downloading from the plastered. I am still adjusting to the battery and learning what I like the best about it but so far the sleep is great when incorporating with other apps in the playstore as well as the samsung health app. It's the best decision I made and know it will only get better.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Long battery life
on April 13, 2026
Posted by: Boom23
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have had my Watch 8 for a out 5 months. I use it for running and for monitoring my vitals. Works great. Pairs easily with my ear buds. Battery lasts for a long time between charges.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I love my watch
on April 13, 2026
Posted by: Shugah
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love all of the amazing features on my watch. It really gets me moving and keeps me updated
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Got ot added as a phone too. Very great
on April 13, 2026
Posted by: JoeRock
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love it so far. Still learning all the things i can do with it. But so far i love it. Makes life a little easier
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US