Moto G Stylus 5G 2024 Review: 6 Months Later

[@JeremyBaker-f8z]

just to let anyone know who has this phone know, if "tininess is an issue for anyone, try changing the volume settings to smart adjust instead of spatial audio, it changes the profile more bassy instead of treble heavy

[@basanistes359]

Where is that in the settings? I can't find it.

[@JeremyBaker-f8z]

Go into the sound settings, then look for Dolby Atmos. Then select spatial audio for a louder but more treble sound, or go for smart audio for a bit less volume,but a more full sound profile. I tend to use spatial audio for podcasts and voice, and smart audio for music or movies​@basanistes359

[@JeremyBaker-f8z]

​@@basanistes359Go into the sound settings, then look for Dolby Atmos. Then select spatial audio for a louder but more treble sound, or go for smart audio for a bit less volume,but a more full sound profile. I tend to use spatial audio for podcasts and voice, and smart audio for music or movies​

[@JeremyBaker-f8z]

If you need further help, don't hesitate to ask

[@krisl10203]

In settings scroll down to sound and vibration. Then scroll down to Dolby Atmos. If you see Custom Profiles just skip. From here there are many settings for speaker, and other devices like headphones that may be connected. And the sound differences can be pretty dramatic. If you want automatic adjustments based on type of speaker ( phone speaker, headphones, etc as well as content being played. Smart Audio can be the way to go. With headphones and car, i prefer the Spatial Audio every time.

[@rudfil]

Performs better than both the Samsung A35 and A54? I wasn’t expecting that.

[@notjamesb]

I switched from the A35 to this. It definitely is better. It's on par with my pixel 8 imo

[@AndroidDigest]

Yeah it's about the same benchmark wise or close to it, maybe only slightly better, but something about it just makes it fly through average every day tasks. It just feels much faster day to day

[@guillaume-s2o]

I returned my A35 after 10 days for it and i can confirm moto g stylus 2024 5g is better , more fast i think 8g ram help vs 6 in A35 and Samsung software are hard to run

[@luisslivajr1613]

​@@notjamesbon par with a pixel ???? Ok ok

[@louisbailey4900]

Better than my A54 5g and I sold my S24 base model. This stylus has a better screen display,cameras are just as good and really just all around better for than the S24. Speed wise....neck and neck with the S24. And not a ton of bloatware like the s24

[@krisl10203]

At Costco in Canada just dropped the price to $350. For 256 GB version. Outright, no contract, unlocked. Have had it for 2 months. So far, great. Except speakers, lol. Best bang for your buck imo. Thanks for the review.

[@AndroidDigest]

Wow! That's a great deal, 256GB is awesome

[@GeekandGlory]

Just got this on sale for Black Friday for about $235 and I'm pretty excited for it. The big draw for me all the storage space and the battery. The stylus is just a bonus.

[@DesmondErvin]

How long the phone last heavy usage

[@stevevrismo9842]

They're only $199 @ Consumer Cellular. Great coverage (AT&T), EXCELLENT plans.

[@mcnuggs822]

⁠just got for 100$ at Walmart on straight talk

[@AndroidDigest]

Great deal! It's definitely a great phone.

[@eelz5080]

Headphone jack and SD card slot, esim support. Literally best value for the money.

[@shaun4bigblocks993]

This phone is so good that I am using it over my S22 Ultra 12gb/500gb model. SO MANY of the Samsung headaches are now gone! I say that as a person who has only ever owned flagships to include the Galaxy 1 (Infuse.) There was a time when I loved Samsung, but much like Toyota they have sold out and are robbing people based on "yesterday's" reputation. I can't recommend it enough, don't be a fanboy- move with the market!

[@ResilientFreedom]

Does the Moto G Stylus 5g 2024 have active photo?? I haven't found it in the settings, I will be forced to return the phone if it doesn't as I have a toddler who doesn't sit still for photos and without it all the photos come out terrible.

[@BigHouseProductions33]

As a Moto Stylus 5g 2023 owner is it worth upgrading to?

[@AndroidDigest]

It's all about the oled screen. That's the biggest jump. And the nice leather back, and 8gb of RAM. It's a nice upgrade. But the 2023 isn't too bad either. If it's worth it really depends on the person

[@ChrisB-Truth]

It's definitely worth the upgrade. It's a no brainer. Don't have to look at the horrible screen and the giant bezels on the 2023.

[@doctorbob6791]

I upgraded from 2023 to 2024 and it is night and day. The OLED display is amazing to look at. And one thing most of these reviewers don't mention is how much better the stylus experience is. Unlike on the older versiond, I rarely have any skipped space when I'm writing a note on the 2024. Truly this feels like an upgrade from the note 9 that I loved for so long.

[@Blessed.2.Teach.4God]

​@@doctorbob6791Thanks for your input. How would you compare the speakers from the '23 to the '24? Any other comparisons are more than welcome - Thanks

[@i94yeh2p]

I'm so close to getting one of these, been looking at them for months. Happy to see people still saying positive things.

[@alexhuntley8053]

I upgraded from the Edge plus 2023 and you couldn't pay me enough to switch back

[@i94yeh2p]

@@alexhuntley8053 Nice!

[@rudfil]

@i94yeh2p Costco had them on sale, and now they're back to old price.

[@ultraclunt9667]

I’m looking at getting one of these myself. I like that it has expandable memory and a headphone jack and it’s at a decent price point. My iPhone 11 is nearing its end anyway.

[@alexhuntley8053]

@ultraclunt9667 if you use your phone for gaming, the g stylus is great, it has digitally expandable RAM, up to 8 GB

[@Jfbegood2yourself]

Nice review! Does this model feature an FM radio? Other Moto phones have in the past.

[@RD-fr8dn]

Yes it has a FM radio app.

[@AndroidDigest]

Yes it does

[@oocombz]

Just snagged one of these from Amazon on sale for $249.99. The 256GB version to be specific. This is will my 4th Motorola phone and I'm stoked to get it delivered hopefully today! Great review. :)

[@jejunamja]

Hey man I just ordered mine off of Amazon for 237 for the Black Friday sale so it's a great phone for that price

[@zachwithastache7898]

Guess we all did 😂😂😂

[@shitface1704]

You still have to pay tax so its not really 237 lol​@@jejunamja

[@CaptainSeamus]

@@jejunamja Me too... x2 - excited for them to get here.

[@Tina.Lucille]

Only one update (Android 15) that's it. A few years of security updates. I'm thinking for me that's a deal breaker....Thanks for the review, I'm hoping they change their minds about only doing the one android upgrade...

[@RyanN880EP]

I just bought one of these. Just a question I can't find an answer for. Does this thing come with the 'screen cast' (to a TV) option come already installed it it? Or will she have to download some kind of app for it🤔 thanks for any info

[@AndroidDigest]

All Android phones can cast to a tv but it depends on what tv it is. It can work with any Google tv or device that has Chromecast. But some tvs may need an app depending on the software they use. But most likely it will work with casting as long as you're on the same Wi-Fi

[@newfnshow031]

as of today 11/6/24 this phone is priced at $382 on Amazon. The version u mentioned on cricket has half the storage and half the RAM. Regardless of which version I get u only get 1 update so it won't make it past android 15. If u buy this over the 8a you got played. The 8a is $400 on sale it's currently on Android 15, it has a brighter screen and better camera and updates until 2031.

[@AndroidDigest]

Slightly incorrect. The cricket version has 8GB of RAM. This has been confirmed by others in reddit/online. Yes 128GB if storage but that's very typical but it does come with an sd card slot. Secondly, the red model of this phone, linked in the description. Is still $250. All that being said, yes, 1 big os update may be enough to really turn people away from the phone. That's why I mentioned the A35 as an example of a better all around option. But for $250 it's pretty good

[@doctorbob6791]

I suppose everybody has their preference but I couldn't stand the tiny screen on the pixel 8a compared to the much larger screen on the Moto g stylus. Also battery performance is a big issue with me and from what I'm saying it takes a lot longer to charge the pixel 8a, since the Moto g stylus has 30 wfast charging... Plus a significantly larger 5,000 battery.

[@Flargblargyar]

And 15w wireless charging if you're into that kinda thing!

[@jevonsims900]

I get four to five days on a single charge with this phone so PIX8A would be downgrade for me. Tensor G3 is too inefficient of a chip for me.

[@doctorbob6791]

@@newfnshow031 So you're buying based on which phone will be better in 2 years? I'm buying based on which is better now ... Which is the Moto G Stylus 2024

[@marioga873]

Hey man great review. What can you recommend me if i need everything that this phone does but with better sound? You mentioned the sound on this one is not good. And one's of my main reasons to exchange my g stylus 2020 is better sound. Thank you!

[@Brian-bq8tj]

I have the blue stylus 2020 rn and I just ordered the 2024 5G one, better sound but not by a lot but it does have Dolby. My stylus sound is mid at most but if you really need to have crazy sound then by a Bluetooth speaker or shell out more for a high end phone

[@marioga873]

@Brian-bq8tj hey there thanks for your reply!! If you say the sound is a bit better than the 2020 then i should just buy the 2024 because apparently checks all the boxes for me. Thanks again

[@Brian-bq8tj]

@@marioga873 did you end up getting it? I wanna see what you think, it's been 4 days for me and I love the phone so far. Id say it was a major upgrade from the 2020

[@AndroidDigest]

If you don't mind a curved screen maybe the Moto Edge 2024. No stylus. But it's good. Otherwise, hope you can find what's right for you

[@preston8872]

On cricket wireless they have this phone for $130 plus the $25 upgrade fee and that comes out to be only $155

[@brendasmith4220]

I have moto edge plus for over a year microphone stops working would this be a good option

[@Makeitoutkev]

@androiddigest I love your channel you absolutely nailed it on the Galaxy A35 being a little bit slower. I love your reviews keep up the good work.

[@diotitus]

Thanks for the review! I am currently looking at upgrading from my current Google Pixel 7 to the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. It's a really excellent phone from the reviews and videos that I have watched. However, the Moto G Stylus 5G 2024 does look like a really good value as well. I can't wait to see what kind of sales will be going on for the Galaxy S24 Ultra from Samsung on Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

[@AndroidDigest]

You're a long time viewer so I will tell you I plan to sell my model if you're ever interested in buying. I sell at below ebay/swappa. The lowest price. My model is only a month old and mint condition so let me know if you're willing to buy directly. [e-mail] Again I'd go slightly lower then eBay or swappa if I sell directly. It's the 512GB model. I'm getting a Pixel 9 Pro in the mail so I'm waiting for it to arrive

[@dadudadudadurafoo5132]

So this or edge or a54? I'm looking to switch to total by Verizon.

[@protama-kun]

i have a moto g stylus (2021) i was thinking of buying this phone, should I? or should I wait for the upcoming 2025 model

[@cdomenicci]

What a beautiful phone. 😊

[@shawnhall2841]

My older moto doesnt save chromes pages when i minimize chrome. Is this phone like that?

[@AndroidDigest]

I'm not sure honestly. It may be ram related on your old moto. If you're in Google Chrome it should leave at least your most recent websites open and ready to use, UNTIL you open up a few extra apps. Eventually it will have to reload the website. That's a ram thing because it can only do so many things at the same time. But this has better RAM then a lot of other older budget moto phones. Older moto g stylus phones only had like 4gb of ram

[@Melberch97]

Thank you for this review! I’m looking to switch from my iPhone. I’m looking forward to potentially buying this soon! How’s the cell service for you??

[@AndroidDigest]

It was great. Never really had any issues

[@Bluegreenred]

Hello, is the 2024 Moto G Stylus better device than the 2024 Moto Edge? Thanks for the review! 👍🙏🙂

[@AndroidDigest]

For some people. It's basically a very very small step down, but it has a flat screen and a stylus, in a way that makes them even

[@JoeHarrison-bn4sw]

Your video really made me want to get one, and I did. I got my Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) last week. I bought it off of the manufacturer here in Canada (Motorola.ca) however I have run into an issue with it. When I put the phone in my pocket and walk with it outside of my house, the volume goes down on it's own. It's super frustrating because I can't listen to any music with my earbuds on because the volume WILL go down. The main reason I bought this phone was because it had the audio jack. I've come to the point of going back to my old phone that I was using before buying this device. At the first I thought it was the screen, but even with screen protector on....the volume still goes down. I would appreciate your insight into this.

[@AndroidDigest]

Don't forget about return policies. 30 days in most places. There's really only 2 ways this would happen. 1: The volume button. Pressing against your legs. Maybe it's more sensitive than others, maybe defective, maybe not. 2: Screen turning on. With a screen lock that wouldn't be an issue. But maybe it's turning on and changing volume. I guess earbuds can also have an issue and change volume. You can try to return or exchange. That's all I would say. Never had that issue

[@JustAGirl-x4f]

I just bought mine, it’ll be here tomorrow! I loved the original moto g stylus (2021 it was literally the only smartphone I ever owned that I actually liked. And I’ve owned two iPhones) So I hope this one is just as good!

[@mwanaldoalberto8089]

Is it dual sim with 2 physical sims and sd card as well?

[@JustAGirl-x4f]

@ I don’t know But I’ve heard that it has an esim but you can put a physical sim in it as well. (Which is what I’m planning to do.)

[@a.h.n4976]

Me too! I got the red one.

[@DjFrankGee]

Great review. I can't wait for the 2025 model.

[@AndroidDigest]

For sure!

[@Blessed.2.Teach.4God]

Are there rumors in particular you're looking forward to?

[@marblefanboy7724]

was looking around for an inexpensive work phone (im a phone salesman yet idk as much abt non apple phones) and when i sold this to a customer it sold me. my totals $306 and for that...this is ten times better than what i was expecting. its a nice large phone, comparable to my 14 pro max. its plenty fast which was always my main concern buying an under $400 phone so this is spectacular

[@preston8872]

Thinking about replacing my replacement phone the Galaxy A54 5G with either the Galaxy A16 5G when it comes to the US or the Motorola G Power 5G 2024 or the Motorola G 5G 2024 or the Motorola G Stylus 5G 2024 or Motorola G Play 2024, which should i get

[@katinasoutherland7693]

Bro, the a16 is freaking junk junk junk 😂

[@preston8872]

@katinasoutherland7693 if that's the case should I either get the Motorola G Power 5G 2024 or Motorola G Stylus 5G 2024 or Motorola G 5G 2024 or Motorola G Play 2024.

[@PhillipLemmon]

What you are think about doing is getting the same phone again... Don't do it, lol

[@preston8872]

@@PhillipLemmon I'm to be honest thinking about getting a Motorola phone, as i have had a bunch of Samsung phones, and have only owned one motorola and it was the motorola g7 supra/power.

[@RD-fr8dn]

​@@preston8872 Moto g Stylus 2024 is the best option

[@wadet73]

I'm still using a 2022 Moto G 5G 6GB/256GB with 2GB RamBoost. Not a flagship phone but I had to choose a new manufacturer after LG stopped making new models of phones. I'm in my 3rd year and the main thing I wish was better was the sound and the camera. I prefer to have OIS. LG Stylo 6 was a magnificent phone for its time. I had a TCL 20SE and it takes beautiful pictures but the audio pickup sounds demonic 😂. I appreciate the weight, headphone jack with FM radio, etc. I will be upgrading next year to a 2025 model and the next model of the motor stylus is looking good in the concept articles.

[@AndroidDigest]

I agree that LG Stylo 6 was an incredible phone!

[@harshphysik]

Why moto doesn't launch it in India?

[@Rashad-j4b]

I’m definitely going to get one this weekend. Thank you for the review

[@AndroidDigest]

Awesome! Hope you enjoy it!

[@jiffonbuffo]

Why is it priced like that (400)? The older one can be had for a little over $100 used.

[@Butter007]

Good cheap phone that has a HEADPHONE JACK! pls don't ever get rid of it Motorola. I use wired IEM's constantly, Having a decent phone with an oled screen is and a great battery is huge. 30W charging is huge too!

[@kellysargent1116]

I really love having a headphone jack. If a phone doesn't have one I won't buy it.

[@AndroidDigest]

Yeah that's a big selling point

[@jerryberry2002]

I strongly considered this phone. I'm a long time Moto user since 2018. I've had 3 different Moto G's but I really hate that after 1 O/S and a couple years of security patches that Motorola cuts you lose. They're basically saying it's time to buy a new one! I hate that mentality so I went with a Galaxy A35 5G that with some discount offers from Samsung and cash back offer was $250 and after they gave me 50 bucks trade-in for my old Moto G it was only $200. That's cheaper than the Moto G Stylus sale price of $250. Samsung gives 4 O/S and 5 yrs of updates plus it's IP67 waterproof. I don't do carrier deals because they're actually a rip off when you factor in the monthly service cost vs my Mint Mobile service that's super cheap.

[@basanistes359]

The large internal memory and sd card is what did it for me.

[@dehnger]

Good review thank you, Liked and subbed

[@sondradee4640]

I just bought this phone today. I got it for $217 with case, screen protector and turbo charge. Im very happy so far. I'm having a problem getting my Bluetooth to it.

[@AndroidDigest]

It's a great buy! Hopefully you can figure out the Bluetooth things

[@bigbare8940]

With only one software update is it worth getting?

[@max_moto5158]

It'll get more. My 2022 still gets updates.

[@0rgaSMM]

Android versions don’t matter that much anymore

[@rollinlikeariver7756]

Screencast require purchase of chromecast dongle, unlike samsung that you can share screen to tv without the dongle.

[@murdokmcgrady8464]

Its either this one or the razr 2024, Idk which one to get

[@AndroidDigest]

Razr 2024 is a little better, BUT it's also more expensive, depends on your budget. And if you want a stylus or a flip phone.

[@murdokmcgrady8464]

@AndroidDigest razr is 99, stylus is 40. I want the razr, but worried about the screen

[@ChrisB-Truth]

Gotta love those minimalist bezels compared to everyone else in this price bracket.

[@kaylon7101]

I got this phone a couple days ago and I'm really surprised on how this phone came out you for sure get ALOT more phone for its priced got a 258 gb out of the box and added another 258 gb i call this phone a win

[@AndroidDigest]

I'm with you. It's pretty great

[@summerwintermelon]

Underrated brand and channel

[@AndroidDigest]

Thanks so much. If you check my last couple of videos I'm stepping up my quality now! Expect the same brand and content just better!

[@ashzerodude]

Friend had a previous Gen model and the mic was inconsistent and often cut out, the battery was awful and charged poorly, alongside a few other really basic standard things fell apart in time. I can't excuse this like at all still, previous model was that bad.

[@HyonkTea]

*previous gen model* so they had an older version and the newest model gets the flac for it? this phone has basically been flawless for me

[@jiffonbuffo]

​@@HyonkTeaHis complaints also apply to other brands as no one is perfect. I love my Poco X6 Pro but there's no denying some users have issues with their units. But painting all of them as bad just because of a few isolated cases is a bit over the top.

[@leewalker23]

Samsung should really considering doing midrange stylus phones

[@bunniebean]

boost is offering me an upgrade, and this phone is 39.99! I'm definitely gonna snatch it up.

[@AndroidDigest]

A great deal for that price

[@MelissaDoktor-d4q]

Someone please respond to my question ❓ iphone 11 or Motorola Stylus 2024?????? Really 🥺 can someone help please with this question

[@AndroidDigest]

iPhone 11 has no 5G. That's a deal breaker for me. Tougher question if you go up to the 12. But that just depends on operating system preference to me

[@stevegresock5939]

Great Video!!

[@AndroidDigest]

Thanks so much! Appreciate you!!!

[@N3tigen]

Motorola should launch stylus series with edge series as flagship phone

[@steveir1837]

This is a great little phone. Has so many feAtures. Battery life is great. It's really a packed feature phone. Fast with bright screen. Sounds quality is good although you do have to change sound settings to more bass. Price can't beat

[@AndroidDigest]

Definitely is a great phone!

[@Pknight80]

The Motorola G stylus and Motorola G power the stylus has an OLED screen so power should have been OLED the screen too considering Motorola G power and Motorola G stylus are their top line of mid-range phone

[@Paul-s6e8i]

Best Buy and Target have it for $250

[@thebamatechguy]

At 400 bucks a hard no because of only 1 os update...

[@AndroidDigest]

I agree. But it's $250 right now unlocked at Amazon

[@notjamesb]

Amazon often has it for $249 - that's when I got mine

[@thebamatechguy]

​@@notjamesb250 is a good price

[@max_moto5158]

It should get more. My 2022 G Stylus gets numerous updates per year.

[@jevonsims900]

Moto is being realistic instead of offering 7 years OS updates knowing their phone won't hold up that long.

[@suongtu8424]

Love moto g they are so affordable ❤

[@franke.643]

Best "workhorse" Phone of Any android phones out there.

[@marktrail8624]

Except it's not an "Android phone" it's a Motorola phone.

[@AndroidDigest]

Which runs android 🤣

[@JamesAdair9530]

i have one it's a great phone

[@aarmancuda3570]

How good is the audio through the headphones? Does it work well with the Dolby Atmos?

[@JamesAdair9530]

@@aarmancuda3570 AMAZING

[@Melberch97]

How’s your cell service?? Thank you!!

[@JamesAdair9530]

@@Melberch97 with t-mobile awful

[@aarmancuda3570]

@@JamesAdair9530 that's funny..I have t mobile (tello)where i live(central TX) in the country too and it's great!!..

[@stevenrussell9033]

I have the phone I love it

[@sillkthashocker]

I'm hoping this drops under 200 for black Friday

[@DesmondErvin]

Cricket

[@Victoria007_Viper]

I have this phone and i have a blutooth speacker and it sounds awesome

[@PhillipLemmon]

Ok you keep talking about the a35 like it's a great phone..... It's the same damn phone and the A54! At first I didn't want this phone Cuz it's stock android.... Wanted to go back to the Samsung ecosystem.... But now I'm realizing I won't be able to... So this is really my only f'kn option..... This phone is way better than the 21'moto power in rocking now, lol

[@underachiever7739]

Does your A35 support wireless charging? I think NOT ! just pick this up for 240.00 @ Best B. can I get a HALLELUJAH in the HOUSE !

[@KimmuelWeatherspoon-r2f]

IS THIS PHONE WORTH BUYING

[@AndroidDigest]

Yes, but the review says it all

[@doctorbob6791]

When I asked for a suggestion from Microsoft co-pilot AI app for a phone and I gave it all of my criteria, even without the stylus only two phones came up, the Samsung a35 and the Moto g stylus 2024. My criteria that I need is a screen at least 6.6 in, must be full HD OLED, must have at least 5000 mah battery, must have at least 30 watt wired charging, must have at least 90 and preferably 120 refresh, must have both an SD card slot and headphone jack. It only gave me two phone options and of course I've always loved the stylus phone so that's what made the decision between those two

[@alz4437]

Cricket Wireless has it for $99

[@AndroidDigest]

Great deal!

[@ChrisB-Truth]

Got mine for free, plus the $60 plan.

[@hhhunt777]

HAD THE PHONE 3 DAYS, SO FAR I HATE IT.

[@uptownsamcv]

any particular reasons?

[@hhhunt777]

@@uptownsamcv got my issues resolved. on the way to adjusting to it. I had a Samsung and the motorola is different.

[@Alpharizzchad]

MotoG is the best

[@ata9511]

Bearded man is the best

[@Asdgbnnnjhgdscbgre]

First

[@Pknight80]

I wouldn't say it's better than Samsung when it turns of software support Motorola is lacking at that department

[@JhonDot-fm1ms]

Won't be seeing this getting android 16😂

[@AndroidDigest]

Their software track record isn't great

[@arthurwyss9795]

Have one, don't like it. It's actually slow, and if you receive pics from someone that has an iPhone or Samsung the pics come out grainy blurry and deformed. Not a good phone in my opinion regardless how cheap you get it

[@j.cabarga5971]

the Stylus is a gimmick - haven't seen a stylus on ANYTHING in 10-15yrs., Completely unnecessary. Good screen/resolution/motion stability. Relatively fast, inexpensive (Cricket), and 5G bonus! Among other nice touches. BEST part is that it is NOT Samsung or Apple!!! Long live MOTO!!!

[@gregallenbaugh3202]

I gotta disagree, I use the stylus every day, it's far from a gimmick. I think you'd be very surprised.

[@AndroidDigest]

Yeah not everyone will use the stylus. But glad you're enjoying the phone

[@tonyhardy8097]

All Motorola phones are horrible especially ANY Moto

[@max_moto5158]

You're wrong. They've been my and my son's phone for almost 4 years now and they've been solid.