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Samsung Galaxy Watch8 (40mm, Bluetooth)

Slim, bright watch with strong health tracking. Great if you use an Android phone, especially a Galaxy, and want a full-featured smartwatch with good sleep and health tracking.

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Where it ranks in our shortlists

Buy it if
You use an Android phone, especially a Galaxy, and want a full-featured smartwatch with good sleep and health tracking.
Skip it if
You use an iPhone; Galaxy Watch does not support iPhone.
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Best for
Android owners
Stand-out feature
Slim, bright watch with strong health tracking
Typical US price
$299–$349

Is the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 (40mm, Bluetooth) worth buying?

Yes, for most people. It is the right buy if you use an Android phone, especially a Galaxy, and want a full-featured smartwatch with good sleep and health tracking. We score it 8.7 out of 10.

A fair price to pay

$299–$349

Usual price range in the US. At or below $299 is a good deal. Paying more than the top of the range? Check another store, or wait for a sale.

Want to spend less?

Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm)

Usually $229–$279. Pick it if you want an Apple Watch for activity, notifications and safety features without paying for the flagship.

Our higher-rated pick

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm)

Usually $379–$429. Pick it if you use an iPhone and want the most polished smartwatch for workouts, health alerts, sleep and notifications.

Before you check out

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  • Match the exact model name. Older or regional versions are often listed under a similar name.
  • Check the return window and who pays for returns before you order.
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Pros and cons

Pros

  • Thinner, lighter design
  • Bright AMOLED display
  • Gemini voice assistant built in
  • Detailed sleep coaching

Cons

  • About a day and a half of battery
  • Some health features need a Samsung phone

Key specifications

DisplayAMOLED
Water resistance5 ATM + IP68
Sizes40mm and 44mm

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