Moto G Power (2021) - Complete Review!

[@yourmad6925]

I ordered the superior Moto g power 2020 from Amazon for 150 dollars. What a steal, brand new, everything in the box.

[@ereztree]

Good for you. The 2020 Moto G Power is definitely better than the 2021 version.

[@yourmad6925]

@@ereztree Thank you kind sir, yes it is.

[@Disarmedchip]

Exactly

[@gates1980]

@@ereztreehow

[@BladesDark]

I am a longtime owner of the LG v20, I refused to get a phone where I couldnt take out the battery. -_- But after years and years of replacing the phone i finally decided to make the change under the condition that the phone had a long lasting battery. This phone does the job. It isnt crazy fast or has a great camera(honestly the lgv20 had a better camera) but as for a cell phone, giving me a decent life between charges. Thats why i got it and it does the job. Bang for the buck. There was phones with greater battery life but they simply were out of my budget of what i wanted to spend on a phone. Ive had the phone for about a month now, love it. I hate i cant take the battery out! but a recharge battery will do .

[@midknighttechreviews]

Broke my note 9 a few weeks back and bought this one today, so far it's a great phone considering the price difference. Definitely worth the price range

[@hou713tx]

I broke my note 9 to and bought this phone i tell you not bad for the price compared to a $1k phone

[@markmandelstamm2866]

I the 4/64 one for a nephew. He loves it. The battery life is the major shining point.

[@BridgeToClarity1]

I can't complain. I just got the 64GB 4GB RAM for $99 on sale through project fi. I have had my Moto X4 32GB 3GB RAM for 4 years. The glass has separated from the panel in the middle a few months ago. It still works but I was worried it won't last much longer. I hardly use my phone except for calls, google maps. It's all I need. No reason to spend more. I will use it for how ever many years until it breaks. I don't live through my phone.

[@donotcomply7554]

Had my power 2021 for about two weeks now, not really that impressed and regret not buying the 2020 version. That said, it isn't sluggish at all and I'm digging it more now.

[@toddsmith1617]

Same here.

[@chrxs7146]

I am strongly considering it, for the price its of the best.

[@brandyfuller2455]

I have the 64gb unlocked version of this phone and the only issue i have run into in daily use is it throwing a fit in discord calls. but otherwise, I've had zero issues, and I like that with my low useage Im getting 4-5 days battery on average. I know people like to harp on the 720p display, but that was a plus for me, since it uses a lot less battery than a 1080, or 4k screen. I wish it had Android 11, but I can live with the single OS update that motorola has promised considering what i paid.

[@Kane813]

What's the problem with Discord on the phone? Does it just glitch out quite a bit?

[@brandyfuller2455]

@@Kane813 pretty much, it only happens in calls or groupchats, the audio just starts getting glitchy. Everything else works fine though =)

[@Kane813]

@@brandyfuller2455 Thanks for the info. Hopefully it’s not to bad since my friend who just got the phone and I are always on Discord. If it is I guess there’s always other apps to call on.

[@whatu7128]

@@brandyfuller2455 That happened 100% on my Samsung A52 work phone. I can't make out fully half the words from group call participants, esp ifthey have accents. So I use my personal budget Moto g '12. Hhe... I really appreciate the practicality, unique Motorola functions, shiny & pretty good quality, big battery, & most of all how much value it represents, yet still inexpensive! I've become a fan...

[@pepe_rencurrell]

Cricket has a super deal where if you are porting over your phone number and are a new member, you get the Moto g Power 2021 for free. Can't pass this up, no way!!

[@gabrielfelix1759]

no Brainer for anyone with a screen below 720p

[@frk6623]

Your obsession with moto phones is on another level my friend..😂😂

[@rickrussell]

Who else is making good midrange phones (at least for US carriers)?

[@Floracarrillo936]

@@rickrussell OnePlus

[@JustAFatGuyInTX]

It's sadly either them, Pixel a models, or now Samsung that are unlocked with full US network compatibility.

[@jeffthevomitguy1178]

@@Floracarrillo936midrange oneplus Phone is trash

[@rngwrm]

i have one showing up in the mail tomorrow, but didn't start reading / watching reviews on it until half an hour ago. starting to regret that decision, but it's still an upgrade from my 2+ year-old x4 that cricket is kicking off the network in february, those pictures / videos all looked fine to my crappy eyeballs, and i have bluetooth speakers and buds to make up for the lone speaker

[@oneminutewonder77]

I like some of the features that Motorola has included with their devices. Even their budget devices get access to them which is really nice.

[@Chris.Rhodes]

just switched to cricket, I only paid $20 for this. I like it so far. I love the fingerprint unlock so far, I went from a busted LG V60 from Us Cellular to this, so I'm happy. there's some getting used to, and I can tell it's not a $1000 phone, but I'm happy so far!

[@kings17court]

My provider is Cricket, and I was looking for an upgrade for my wife. I noticed the Moto G Power, and came to KZbin to find some additional information. First I saw Kevin's great video on the 2020 version, and got all excited, because it sounded great. But I noticed that the camera orientation was totally different. Then I realized that the one currently offered is the 2021 version, and was disappointed to find out that it has been downgraded in several ways. That makes no sense, but oh well. Back to considering the LG K92 5G.

[@drivewayauto9440]

This video starts at my favorite time of the day

[@RedStickAtheist]

I had a LG stylo 6, it was so sluggish, so I got this phone. So far so good. I always liked Motorola. I just recently joined Cricket wireless so I wasn't eligible for an upgrade yet, but to just buy the phone outright from Cricket was only $139 for the 64 GB model, so that wasn't bad at all.

[@976mindy]

That's exactly what I have and am considering switching from. I LOVE the size and the stylus, but it's starting to lag and act wonky now and this one seems like a great phone for a budget.

[@LuciusVulpes]

I had the LG Stylo 4. It was the worst phone I've ever owned, so even if this one isn't that big a deal, it's miles better than that crap. I'm glad LG doesn't do phones anymore because frankly their budget market fucking sucked.

[@Charsept]

Got this for my father-in-law. He doesn't need much in a phone. The only thing I worry he'll not like is the resolution.

[@cad212125]

I got the 64gb 4gb model on boost mobile for $85 without tax and shipping

[@KevinBreeze]

That's an awesome deal

[@cad212125]

@@KevinBreeze i broke my samsung galaxy note 9 so I needed a cheap phone until my replacement get mailed to. Battery life is really good on the moto g power 2021 that's why I bought for Battery life

[@TheRealLucifer_Morningstar]

I got the same deal. I really like this 64GB model. When it comes to battery life and future updates, this was definately the way to go.

[@samuryebread1065]

yoooo i got the same deal

[@springhillgolfer878]

Only $100 from Boost but I believe the phone is locked for 12 months.

[@brianbrewer2909]

Thanks for this review. I think I'm going to look for a 2020 now.

[@timdorcy5134]

This is Kevin heeerre. Love your videos!

[@davinp]

This phone ships with Android 10, why not Android 11? The Samsung A32 5G also released in January 2021, came with Android 11.

[@elky1964]

Spot on with your review here kevin couldn't agree more with everything you said, cheers.

[@jvorhees6781]

So many bad reviews on this phone all over youtube, and I totally agree there's lots of downgrades from last year's model, but I can live with that, most prepaid versions of this phone can be bought for 100$ or less right now and I own one myself and I haven't had a single issue with it. It's a great phone and I switched from a iPhone and never been satisfied with any other device

[@jvorhees6781]

@Kyler Cannizzaro the only problem I have with the Moto g power is the screen brightness compared to the iPhone, like you will have to turn up the brightness if you are outside on a sunny day, and I assume the reason they keep the brightness at such a low level all the time is because they're trying to save battery power, but other than that the long lasting battery is really why I wanted the phone in the first place, and when compared to how many times you have to charge your IPhone everyday you can't get anything better. I mean I'm on my phone a lot every single day and I seriously only have to charge it once every other day sometimes every two or three days.

[@maceyfalls9773]

do you all still like the phone? I currently have an iphone 7 and was thinking of switching to this. How does it compare? I really like iphone but I can not justify purchasing a new iphone.

[@Ramblequist]

My phone now is 145 / 539 , so the phone in review will be faster?

[@springhillgolfer878]

My G7 lasted 2 years before the back case came unglued----it must have been the summer heat with me walking around holding it, listening to podcasts. I paid $200 plus tax for the 64/4 Moto G Power (2021). Boost is selling it for $100 but I believe their phones are locked for 12 months. Prefer the unlocked version.

[@toddsmith1617]

I wish it had the speaker up front like the moto g6 play.

[@Kane813]

I just had my friend get the 64GB model because she needed a new phone as soon as possible and didn’t have much money. I hope this was a good enough option that can last for at least a couple of years. I really didn’t know if I should have gotten 2020 or 2021 because I know some things were downgraded on it. Would 2020 and 2021 version have the same life span and security updates where we should return 2021 replacing it with the 2020 one? That’s my only concern about it.

[@JonnySUN7]

the 2020 has significantly less MP camera on the rear

[@boom78]

Okay, it is clear that the 2021 is disappointing compared to the 2020 version. But at least it would get Android updated further than the older one. For a first smartphone for a teenager this is still a decent choice. That said, if you have a way of getting your hands on a 2020 model that is a worthy alternative.

[@SamyPlayzMC]

Basicly any 2020 phone is better then my a10e

[@urihasbeenb1xcked]

now, i would get the 2020 version of the moto g power, but its on sale for under 50 dollars..

[@Thedesertguy75]

it's a budget phone with a large screen. The thing that sucks is its a downgrade from the 2020 version. The fact that the screen has a lower resolution than last year's is a big fail imo. big disappointment there. But I got mine for 90 bucks....

[@TheVikingActual]

I bought a budget phone back in 2014 or 2015 and it's still better than the newer budget phones. How is that even possible?

[@elithluxe7568]

Which one

[@TheVikingActual]

@@elithluxe7568 Alcatel Idol One Touch

[@ogtipps2806]

Mine doesn't have a front flash?!!

[@andystrachan49]

I just got this phone because of the price. I am disappointed with the downgrades this phone was given over the 2020 especially the camera. I have 64 GB. I am disappointed it doesn't have double tap but not a huge problem.

[@SaveAmerica-TRUMP2024]

My old boost phone sucks so I thought why not get a G power and check out this new "expanded network". Phone is ok but I don't like that it requires wifi for setup. And this EXPANDED NETWORK is a JOKE! I can sit my phone in one place and one second I have almost full signal, the next i have like 1 bar of signal. Sometimes LTE just disappears, until I restart phone. And the HOTSPOT is HOT GARBAGE!!! Called boost for help. After 1 hour and 15 minutes they successfully shut off my phone all together. 20 minutes later after being hung up on 3 times the tech got my phone working the same as when I called to complain. It would really help if I could speak to a customer service rep. who's first language is ENGLISH! SWEET F#*K!!! I am SO SICK of boost mobile!!!

[@NeonGravestones2]

i got my 2021 for $80 through boost

[@Arrozconchopsticks]

Not as good as the 2020 but it's still a good phone.

[@avgrim7729]

Did you just say the headphone jack only works for phone calls? You mean you can't use it for videos or music?

[@brendaburroughs1168]

I got it today

[@cad212125]

@Kevin breeze any thoughts about the Motorola Moto G 5G PLUS 128GB 8GB?

[@quincybryant5231]

I got a stylo 6. I just cracked the screen. I'm broke with a 200 or less for another unlocked phone. It's a bunch of used galaxy a51s and lg k92s 5g around that price.

[@jumanji70]

Do you know how to hide the widget while watching some videos?

[@gabrielsimbachosenboxing6734]

Your voice was made for KZbin.

[@krusader_krenko6697]

this guy sounds like an impression of Tomar

[@johng.4959]

Hard to support a company like Motorola when they downgrade a newer model like this 2021. Hope they read this and no matter what "non logic" they subscribe to, I would venture to say they will lose customers in the long run... mainly because their short-term thinking is influenced too much by their bean counters. 2020 is so much better.

[@HeatherVioletNoble]

I was thinking of getting this 🤔

[@Taskmasterexecutioner]

Cricket has this phone do you know if it's the 720 version or the 1080p version I understand if you don't know the answer

[@ventithebard1298]

Lol I'm using the phone in the video And cricket gave it to me for free 👍👍

[@skellishablacks983]

This is the phone that I'm using only problem is I can't share hotspot

[@imoheight]

I had this phone and it was garbage, hated every second of using it

[@BeautifulAngelBlossom]

I think getting it i upgraded to Nokia 3.1c last year now the phone is locking up a lot and i know Cricket has this 140$ for upgrades as and camera Audio is gotten bad and Battery dies quickly now too i use my phone for KZbin also thinking on LG K92 I mean i need Good videos and Photos and Night mode i don't care to much about 4K 60fps would be nice and i never use NFC

[@briansadler5225]

32GB of storage is a joke. The OS takes up 15GB!

[@xxyvng6831]

noti gang

[@TechRight]

💪

[@thisgustin]

He kinda starts at 2:20

[@bryanmorgan8940]

Over 7000 people like this phone on Amazon

[@dwho432]

So slow

[@ereztree]

I can sum up the Moto G Power 2021 in one word: Garbage.

[@niv3231]

How so? I am considering purchasing it so if you have anything to tell me that would be helpful.

[@AmazingInfobyJ]

What about jus the power g