Motorola Moto G (2014 Version) deals and reviews

The original Moto G was (and continues to be) a huge success, thanks to its capable performanc and low price. The newest version for the most part keeps the original design and hardware - including the interchangeable backs to add some colour and personalisation - and adds some new features, like a larger 5 inch screen (with the same 720p resolution the original Moto G has), and an improved 8 megapixel camera. The absence of 4G is a bit of a surprise, especially as the original Moto G has a 4G version. Overall, this is a modest upgrade compared to the original. If you prefer a slightly larger handset and don't mind not having 4G, then this is an excellent budget phone.

What the critics say (scores are out of 100)

100	Expert Reviews | Katharine Byrne With its large screen, improved camera and 4G support, the 2nd Gen Moto G is one of the best budget smartphones you can buy Read full review
100	AndroidPit | Kris Carlon Motorola set out to make an even more exceptional phone at an equally exceptional price. While the Moto G (2014) doesn't have the game-changing quality of its predecessor, it is a marked improvement. The best low-cost Android smartphone just got a whole lot better. The flagships better watch out. Read full review
100	PC Pro | Jonathan Bray, Vaughn Highfield In all, the Moto G 2 4G is a top-quality budget smartphone. It has a superb display, improved battery life, and fixes its predecessor's only blunder by including 4G without inflating the price. The aging innards are a concern, but it's not enough to prevent this being an excellent budget choice. Read full review
100	The Gadget Show Once again, Motorola astounds us with a smartphone that's such good value it's not at all clear how the company can be making money from it. But hey, if Motorola wants to live off vapours, that's fine by us: forget cheap Samsungs Read full review
90	TechRadar | Andrew Williams The 2014 Motorola Moto G doesn't flatten last year's model in every respect. It's bigger and less comfortable to hold but a much-improved camera and larger screen make it a worthwhile update. Read full review
90	Trusted Reviews | Michael Sawh The new Moto G punches above its weight once again and puts more expensive phones to shame. 4G would be great, but it's not a deal breaker when you consider the price. Read full review
90	ITProPortal | Alysia Judge ...the 2014 edition isn't so much a "topper" but a rather delicious "topping." The lack of 4G combined with the lack of processor nor screen resolution boost prevents it from reaching perfection, but the improved camera and screen size means it's a worthy upgrade on top of the success the first Moto G created. Read full review
86	Engadget | Chris Velazco Motorola's wallet-friendly formula hasn't changed much since last year's Moto G, but that's OK -- the company changed just enough to make the 2014 version one of the best budget smartphones out there. Read full review
85	Australian PC World | Tony Ibrahim People wanting for a real flagship smartphone without holding out on 4G should consider the Moto G 4G. Read full review
85	TechSpot | Tim Schiesser As far as I see it, the updates to the Moto G are enough to keep it as my recommended budget smartphone. Motorola brings a lot of value to the table for the low price, and even though there are still some downsides to the device, it's undoubtedly a great buy. Read full review
85	Android Authority | Lanh Nguyen It's obviously not the fastest or most powerful phone around, but what the Moto G offers is a great software experience, mid-range specifications that do extremely well, and a larger display that is more than capable, all for a price tag that is sometimes difficult to comprehend. If you're in the market for a good smartphone on a budget, the Moto G (2014) should be at the top of your list. Read full review
85	Neowin | Steven Johns Simply put, the new Moto G is leaps and bounds above other low-end smartphones. Maybe I had low expectations for the device which propped up my overall view, but I am still looking at the device and being extremely surprised by what it is. Read full review
85	TechnoBuffalo | Brandon Russell Considering its shortcomings (mediocre camera, thick body and low-end specs), the Moto G still has plenty to offer. The Moto G is the perfect phone for anyone looking to jump into the smartphone market for the first time, and I'd say it's a worthy upgrade from the original Moto G as well. Read full review
85	phoneArena | John V. The Moto G is a simple, yet customizable designed phone that presents users with all of the core features of Android – without the redundancies of overbloated software features in tow. Read full review
85	Ubergizmo | Raymond Wong The people who will buy the Moto G (2014) ... may not be able to do any serious 3D gaming without running into hardware bottlenecks, but email, web browsing, listening to music, watching HD videos, using social media and taking okay photos - all possible without any major hiccups. Read full review
80	The Mobile Indian | Anil Satapathy The Motorola Moto G is definitely attractive and offers fluid performance ... but the biggest drawback is that it has a very low storage facility. Read full review
80	Gadgets Now | Anupam Saxena If you already own a Moto G, there's no compelling reason to switch to the new one. If you're looking for a reliable, clutter-free and well-designed budget Android smartphone, the Moto G is still the best out there. Read full review
80	Phone Scoop | Eric M. Zeman The design is a bit more appealing than last year's phone, and the build quality of the device is moderately improved, as well. I am generally pleased with the 720p HD screen; calls are insanely loud, though not always clear; and battery life is quite respectable. One of my biggest complaints is the lack of LTE 4G. Read full review
80	PC Advisor | Marie Brewis If you're looking for a cheap 4G smartphone then the Moto E 4G is the best deal on the market right now. If you would rather have a cheap dual-SIM phone with 3G connectivity then the mark 3 Moto G is your best bet. But the new Moto G 4G for 2015 is not the best phone for either customer, and its larger, higher-resolution screen, marginally improved photography credentials and stereo sound are not enough for us to turn a blind eye to its higher price, slower hardware and missing software features. Read full review
80	The Next Web | Ben Woods Moto G offers remarkable value for money if you're looking for a solid mid-range Android handset. It's a hard task to pull off a compromised handset that delivers on experience, but Motorola has just about managed it. Read full review
80	pocketnow | Michael Fisher In 2013, Motorola impressed all with an affordable smartphone with tons of value. It's done it again with the new Moto G, which is better in many ways. If you're on a tight budget or you simply don't need an over the top smartphone, the 2014 Moto G is well worth your money, and we have no problem recommending it. Read full review
80	Wired UK | Dave Oliver Motorola raised our expectations of what a budget phone could be with the original Moto G, and we expected the next generation to wow us all over again. This doesn't quite do that, with the same processor and dropping the resolution of the bigger screen. Read full review
80	What Mobile | Saqib Shah Motorola's unwillingness to increase the new Moto G's numerical value hints at the fact that this isn't the type of upgrade we're accustomed to. Still, the device benefits from a larger screen and photography enthusiasts will be pleased to find a better camera on the back. Read full review
80	Pocket-lint | Britta O'Boyle We might not like the 2014 Moto G quite as much as the original model from last year, but we still never felt like we were compromising on quality or experience. The choice of accessories and interchangeable backs means you can make this device into your own without it costing you an arm and a leg. Read full review
80	Know Your Mobile | Richard Goodwin A near-perfect budget smartphone hampered only by Moto's odd decision NOT to include LTE Read full review
80	International Business Times | James Smith This is a fantastic mid-range smartphone at a good budget price. The combination of solid design and lightweight stock Android means it will perform admirably as a workaday device without pinching your wallet. Read full review
80	NDTV Gadgets | Jamshed Avari The Moto G (Gen 2) isn't going to win any beauty contests but it's a solid, utilitarian phone that doesn't present too many confusing options and is free of pointless bloatware. Read full review
76	CNET UK | Andrew Hoyle The Moto G's big, sharp screen, good battery life and easy-to-understand interface make it a great choice whether you're looking to take your first steps into the Android world or if you're after a solid all-rounder and you just don't want to spend a lot. Read full review
75	Gizmodo UK | Darren Orf If you're moving down the smartphone ladder from a previous flagship to the Moto G, you might notice its sluggish performance in some spots, but you'll still be satisfied using it as a temp until that next bank-destroying handset comes along. If you're moving up from an even cheaper phone, updating from a three- or four-year-old flagship, or finally ditching that flip phone, you'll feel like you've hit the jackpot. Read full review
70	Coolsmartphone | Jp_hero Overall the Moto G 4G 2015 edition it is a great device, at a decent price, with a great display, a Micro SD and some front facing speakers and a pretty decent rear camera. Read full review
70	LAPTOP | Michael Andronico Sporting a comfy design and a crisp 5-inch display, the unlocked Motorola Moto G offers a quality Android experience on the cheap. Read full review
60	Digital Versus | Sofian Nouira With its Moto G 4G editions, Motorola clearly isn't going as far as it can in terms of value-for-money. Compared to similarly priced phones, certain specs (we're looking at you, processor and battery) are totally passé. Which isn't to say this isn't a good smartphone, though. It's a fine option for anyone who'd feel safer going with a recognised brand rather than take their chances on some unknown. And if you do choose it, you won't feel cheated in any way-as long as you're aware of its limited battery life and the camera's picture quality. Read full review

Compare Motorola Moto G (2014 Version) specs side-by-side with other phones COMPARE SPECS

Dimensions & Form	Form factor: Touchscreen bar Dimensions 141.5 x 70.7 x 11.0 mm (5.57 x 2.78 x 0.43 in) Weight: 149 g (5.26 oz)
Screen	Size: 5.0 inches diagonal Resolution: 1280 x 720 pixels Screen Density: 294 ppi Screen-to-Body Ratio: 68.9 % Display Type: IPS LCD
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Performance	Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8226 Snapdragon 400 CPU: Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 GPU: Adreno 305 RAM: 1GB
Camera	Main Camera: 8 megapixels Secondary Camera: 2 megapixels
Storage	Built-in Storage: 8GB Expandable Storage: Micro SD
Battery & Charging	Capacity: 2070 mAh Removable Battery: No Wireless Charging: No Quick Charge: None
SIM standard	Nano SIM Compare SIM Only deals
Water & Dust Resistance	Not Available
Fingerprint Reader	None
References & More info	Official website GSMArena specs page

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