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Samsung - Galaxy Watch8 Aluminum Smartwatch 40mm LTE - Silver - (2025)
Average customer rating
4.6 out of 5
4.6
(3,158 Reviews)
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5 Stars
2,378
4 Stars
509
3 Stars
159
2 Stars
55
1 Star
57
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Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy Watch8 Aluminum Smartwatch 40mm LTE - Silver - (2025)
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 and it is awesome!
on July 28, 2026
Posted by: Anonymous
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Watch8 is my third watch from Samsung. I use it for tracking my health, sleep, calories, lap swimming, walking, and biking. Samsung Health is a great app and the Galaxy AI will make recommendations for improving your sleep and workouts. The sleep tracking is very useful for tracking sleep data and the Galacy AI makes recommendations for improving sleep quality. Sleep mode is a great feature that puts your watch and phone in "do not disturb" and optimizes the Watch8 interface for sleeping. All of the features are amazing. If I am busy and cannot get to my phone, I use the Watch8 to make and receive calls. The quality of the call is always excellent. I have owned several Samsung phones, watches, and televisions. I have never returned a Samsung device or called customer service. Their products are rock solid and will exceed your expectations for quality, reliability, and value. I highly recommend the Watch8 and the Samsung brand for great products.
Value
5 out of 5
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R TeamJuly 29, 2026
Hey Love2ride,
Thanks for sharing your feedback with us regarding your experience using the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Your candor is refreshing as we improve our product line to meet the needs of our customers. We are beyond ecstatic to hear how much you've been enjoying your new device as well as the limitless features and functional offered with its addition into your daily life. We'd love to hear more about your experience using your Galaxy Watch8, if you would like to share. Feel free to reach out to Samsung Support if you would like any further assistance. Thank you for being a staunch Samsung customer.
- Debra

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Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
I love how it informs me about my health
on July 27, 2026
Posted by: Anonymous
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my galaxy watch because it keeps me informed about my health in detail, as well as giving me optional ways to improve my life style. It keeps me in touch with the weather, world events etc. And galaxy AI is very helpful, informative, and even has a great sense of humor. When i use my galaxy AI is almost like having a conversation with another person, not a computer generated program.
Value
4 out of 5
4
Response from Samsung USBy R&R TeamJuly 29, 2026
Howdy Luvmysamsung,
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts with us about your experience using the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Your satisfaction motivates us to continue delivering the best quality product that meet the needs of our customers. The Galaxy Watch8 is an awesome companion to add into your ecosystem so, we're jumping over the moon to hear how much you've been enjoying the features and functionality of your new Galaxy Watch8! We'd love to hear more about your experience, if you would like to share. Please do not hesitate to reach out to Samsung Support if you would like to share additional feedback with us. We're always happy to listen and work toward a better experience for our customers. Thank you for being a loyal Samsung customer.
- Debra

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Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
So far it's great
on July 27, 2026
Posted by: Anonymous
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Set up was easy, basically did it on its own. Ilike the new design of the watch, much more sleek and polished. Everything I've tried so far has worked well. Attaching the straps was a whole different thing. Took 15 minutes and a chipped thumb nail to finally line everything up and have them click into place.
Value
5 out of 5
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R TeamJuly 29, 2026
Good day Bobbi99,
Thanks for taking the time to share your candor with us regarding your experience using the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. It's amazing to hear how much you've integrated your new Galaxy Watch8 into your daily lifestyle. Attaching your watch band is quick and easy, just turn the watch over, align the dynamic lug connector with the slot on the watch case, and press the release button on the band while sliding it straight in until you hear a clear click. Feel free to check out, "How to change the band on your Samsung smart watch" if you would like to learn more about changing out your watch bands. If you would like any additional assistance or if you have any questions for us, please let us know by reaching out to Samsung Support. Thank you for being a faithful Samsung customer.
- Debra

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Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
A Great Watch That Keeps Me Moving
on July 24, 2026
Posted by: Goldie
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love my Galaxy Watch8. I originally bought it because I wanted a smartwatch with great features, but what I didn't expect was how much it would motivate me to be more active every day.
The activity tracking and reminders really keep me accountable. I find myself walking more, taking the stairs instead of the elevator, and making sure I get up and move throughout the day. It's like having a gentle coach on my wrist encouraging me to make healthier choices. Because of this watch, I'm definitely more active than I would be otherwise.
I also love being able to quickly check notifications, answer calls, and respond to text messages without constantly reaching for my phone. The health tracking features are another big plus. It's reassuring to be able to monitor my heart rate, sleep, and daily activity all in one place.
The battery life has been great for my needs, the display is bright and easy to read, and the watch is comfortable enough to wear all day.
If you're looking for a smartwatch that does much more than tell time, I highly recommend the Galaxy Watch8. It has helped me become more active, stay connected, and pay more attention to my overall health. It's one of the best purchases I've made.
Value
5 out of 5
5
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Customer Rating
3 out of 5
3
Poor battery life
on July 24, 2026
Posted by: Heyyyitssscattt
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I wear my watch from 730pm - 1100am (when I'm most active). Besides my health app, I am skipping songs on the music app on the watch. The watch supposedly is a two day battery wear, but I have to recharge it after half a day. I use the charger that it came with, which is supposed to be the fast charging one, but it is not.
It is really convenient when I use Google AI to look something up without having to pull out my phone.
Value
3 out of 5
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R TeamJuly 27, 2026
Howdy Heyyyitssscattt,
Thank you for finding the opportunity to share your candor with us about your experience using the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we continue to improve our product line to align with the needs of our customers. Samsung provides a 12-month warranty on our products for manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship. We also offer Samsung Care+ that is similar to extended warranty and an insurance package combined that provides protection beyond the standard manufacturer's warranty. It would cover events like accidental damage, mechanical breakdowns, and potentially theft and loss. Samsung Care+ offers you that peace of mind when added to your eligible devices (Phones, Tablets, Watches, Buds, Rings & PCs). Our partners at UbreakIfix are also available to assist you with any repair needs you may have. 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. Feel free to check out, "Reduced battery life on your Samsung smart watch" to see what factors, if any, may be impacting the life of your Galaxy Watch8. Also, keep in mind that your Galaxy Watch8 might not fast charge because of a low-power charging adapter, a third-party cable, incorrect settings, or heat buildup. Check your power block, make sure fast wireless charging is turned on in your battery settings, and use original Samsung Support accessories. To fast charge your Galaxy Watch8, please plug its original magnetic USB-C charging cable into a wall power adapter rated at least 10W to 25W (USB-PD compatible). Snap the magnetic puck to the back of the watch, aligning it properly. If you have any questions or if you would like any further assistance afterward, do not hesitate to reach out to Samsung Support. Thanks for choosing to be an integral part of the Galaxy ecosystem!
- Debra

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Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great Watch for the Price
on July 24, 2026
Posted by: Diego0312
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The design looks really clean and sleek. Great weight, it feels like having nothinh on your wrist. Battery life it's okay, it lasts a couple days. The cuatomization ia varied and you can make it your own. A lot of features if you like to excercise or work out, tracka different things at once. And the new Galaxy AI helps a lot with daily activities. Overall great smartwatch.
Value
5 out of 5
5
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Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Easy to use. Easy to learn
on July 24, 2026
Posted by: Bobsamsung
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Galaxy AI features on the watch work flawlessly with galaxy phone
Value
5 out of 5
5
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Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
My Samsung Watch 8
on July 23, 2026
Posted by: Carlos1025
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Galaxy Ai is awesome and I loge this watch. I had the Watch5 Pro before and this new one is an improvement.
Value
5 out of 5
5
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