I always wanted a stylus phone for drawing and after seeing this review, I'm glad that I bought the 2020 version. I actually downgraded because of the size of my previous phone. Bigger is NOT ALWAYS better!
It wasn't mentioned in this review, but the 2020 has dual speakers for media, and the 2021 has just one. For some people, that could be a major drawback.
@Proven Disaster that's great!!! I bought the moto g stylus on a fluke.. .my phone busted and this was what they had at the store in stock. I love it . Only thing i don't like is....the stylus!!! Who uses a stylus???
@@npo64 No, I dropped but it wasn't even that hard but the screen shattered. Ever since it been getting worse but is still functioning with many bugs that I'm sure aren't related to the broken glass. I wouldn't recommend the phone
As a user of the 2020 model, I bought the 2021 model the day that it came out and returned it within the same day. No Dolby tuned stereo speakers (not even plain, regular stereo speakers either), selfie camera produced worse photos and videos. No action cam. Not good Motorola, not good... I'm holding on to my G Stylus 2020.
Thank you so much as I was debating between the 2 as my 2020 model was adequte, but fractured screen when I fell on concrete with it and it bounced so much the case even came off
Exactly the 2020 version is definitely better and it was just fine it didn't need to upgrade. Yeah it doesn't have NFC and notification LED but that's not really a big deal
As an audiophile who appreciates music with and without headphones, you have to realize many of us out there like to have the option listening to music thru our phones with or without heaphones. Sometimes the mood hits where we like listening to music without headphones. A single phone speaker AIN'T gonna cut it. I'm waiting for Moto to put back the dual speakers on their next generation model. Meanwhile enjoying my Moto G7 Plus just fine, thank you.
The pop-out styluses tend to also pop out more easily if the phone is dropped. They're easier to get out but way easier to lose. Also, I found that little bit of extra length makes the phone top heavy when it's in the phone holder in the car and it falls out way too easy. I just switched from the LG Stylo line. The Stylo 5 and 6 are comparable in size to the 2020 and 2021 Moto G Styluses and the 5 had a stationary stylus vs the pop-out in the 6. Just bought the Moto G Stylus 2020 last week. It's definitely an upgrade from my LG...and it was $100 less than the 2021 version!! Plus, easier to use if you have small hands!
Great detailed review, but you forgot to mention the speakers & sound. 2020 has two dolby speakers. 2021 has only one general speaker, which is a major down grade that could be an important feature to consider for those who like streaming music, movies, & youtube videos. Also the action can has been removed from the 2021 model which is a great feature on the 2020 model. For those who are photo fanatics this could be a feature issue as well. In my personal opinion the 2020 model is still the winner with the better features people usually look for, because most are either streamers or music buffs. Gamers may like the bigger picture but they won't get the action packed sound. Other than the bigger size & slight speed difference which wouldn't be noticable, the 2020 model is still the best bang for less bucks sense the 2021 released.
My biggest question that nobody talks about is the phone calls, how they sound, what about dropped calls? All the ifo on camera etc is great, but I want to know if the phone itself is good. I want a phone that actually can make a good call without any problem. And I don't want a phone where I sound like I'm in a tin can.
@@BonnyOBrien - Thank you! I was just about to post the same thing. I think it's ridiculous that we've gotten to a point where people review phones but don't even bother to discuss the quality of actual phone calls. This is especially important to me because I would be using the phone for business purposes. Some of us still use our phones as actual phones, not just for taking pictures and media consumption.
@@Kindred04 I tried to get the Lg stylo 6 at my Boost Mobile . I've had the Lg Stylo 2 for 6 years. Anyway my 2nd choice was Moto G Stylus 2020 model. My Boost store only had the 2021 model. so I took the chance and bought it last Friday. I've only had it 4 days. So far so good. As for the speaker sound. It is very good and it's loud. 2nd of all times not to get any real phone calls. except my granddaughter calls me on Facebook messenger And she was crystal clear and she said I sounded fine. Also my son called me using Telegram and that call was good as well. I did however get spam calls. and I was surprised to see Moto can detect them before you answer the phone. Hope this helps. Also I live in NY and I use Boost Mobile and always get great cell service.
@@BonnyOBrien - Thank you so much! Yes, this definitely helps, as I have Boost Mobile as well. I read some reviews on their site that complained about calls dropping or just not being able to hear people on the 2020 model. I'm glad that seems not to be a big issue with the new model. Thanks again.
Just purchased the 2020 version! Had an option between the two. I think they just wanted to accommodate the "large screen" nuts. In all 2021 is basically the same phone but with (dropped) features. Galaxy did the exact same thing from the Note 9 to Note 10+. Not a huge fan of the side finger print anyway. Because it's easy to trigger that by just carrying the phone..and very annoying! I'll stick with 2020 a while until they make "significant" proper upgrades than just huge screen. And split second processing doesn't convince me enough to move ahead. And Apple is the kings of misconception! They put out a phone and then next year they make it a hair faster with six added cameras. They get a lot of ppl that way! Over 90%! But newer doesn't always mean better. Glad I spent time with both phones at the store.
@@lookaguy6255 Yes they are. I'm loving my new phone. Still learning it. It does so much. Two days ago I found that I can screen all my calls and I didn't have to add a new app it comes with the phone preinstalled.. ❣️ Sounds great. Battery is good I'm not charging every day. More like every other day depending if I'm going out. The charger is very fast so I don't charge it until I get to 7 to 15%. Hope my reply helps. My case and screen protector came in the day after my phone came in, so I'm góod to go. BTW the color of phone is really nice so I plan to order a clear case as well.
Very informative video except there was no examination of the sound component. I heard that the 2020 model has stereo speakers while the 2021 model does not. Wish you would address this in next video. Thanks.
you forgot to mention a most important feature for most of us and that is the speakers. The 2020 has dual stereo speakers which sound great, and they did not include dual spakers on the 2021 model which is sort of strange.
But does yours have dual stereo speakers and dolby? Nope. And they removed the action camera. It's a downgrade. 2020 version is better cause i have it.
Sigh.....Why in the world did Moto decide to switch to a single speaker on the 2021 version? They've been including dual speakers on almost all their phones. Also, HATE, HATE having fingerprints scanner on the power button bc its so easy to accidentally touch it by mistake as I've heard from other 2021users. I like the larger screen on the 2021 model, but the single speaker is a BIG DEAL BREAKER. Sigh.
I have the moto g stylus 2020 and it's still fast and very awesome indeed plus the dual speakers is absolutely incredible but that moto g stylus 2021 they took away the dual speakers so in my opinion moto g stylus 2020 has won 😃
Face unlock, NFC, a bunch of cameras I don't care about. I just need one good camera with zoom. This phone also has a stylus which I miss using as I have an LG Stylo 4+ but since I got it at Boost Mobile my carrier says it won't work on their system. I have the Moto G7 Power and the only things I don't like about it are that the gallery and music apps are that google crap and I've had to find ones that are as good as the ones that come on LG cellphones.
Thanks for this... Motorola's new 2021 offerings have gotten too large imo. Like the side-mounted fingerprint sensor, faster SoC, and pop-out stylus on G Stylus (2021) but those in themselves aren't enough to warrant upgrading from my 2020 variant, launching w/Android 10 doesn't help either making it less enticing. BTW, face unlock is not an option on my 2020 G Stylus.
I just got Moto G Stylus 2021. I have metro pcs but they don't have the phone yet, but I got the unlock phone at best buy for $335 and I just paid the connection which I just paid $23dls maybe works for you too😀
i have a problem with the moto g phones the wifi bar drops down even though im like 12 foot away or something but when i go on my samsung it still on full bars when im in the exact same spot at the moto g phone (the moto g phone is 3 bars when its 12 foot away) (the samsung is full bars when im 12 foot away) i dont know if its just the antenna on the phone that is broken or what but i only got the moto g10 phone in January so i dont think its broken
So do I. It's better than my previous phone the t mobile revvl 4+. I admire the dual stereo speakers on the 2020. I love how loud they get. I won't get the 2021 version of this phone though since the dual stereo speakers were dropped. A major downgrade.
Yes... I have had it for 2 weeks now. All the T-Mobile features work - wifi calling, hotspot, volte voice and video calling. It has all the LTE Bands. Call quality is great. I do not know about other carriers but this phone makes 100% use of what TMO has to offer...
@@williamj.dovejr.8613 you're welcome, I was actually gonna upgrade to it but I already have the moto g stylus 2020 and it's kinda pointless even though it's a better phone and has NFC it's not worth switching to if you already have the stylus but if you don't then by all means go for it
None of these reviews mention the fact that the 2020 doesn't have NFC capability, nor whether the 2021 does or not. As someone who constantly forgets my wallet at home, NFC is a great feature
All I can say is let the Geek Bench scores guide your decision. The Moto G Stylus 2021 is elegant and slippery (polished). LG Stylo phones have great displays but that cost cutting Media Tek setup of the Stylo 6 has it performing like entry level phones (the previous all had snapdragons) - I stopped after the Stylo 4 but I miss that excellent phone/contact app it had...
If you have the same battery but using a much bigger screen, you are going to get a much shorter battery life. Why is it that the 20's wide angle camera can only be used on video that doesn't make sense. I wonder if Moto fixed that?
Can someone tell me what the difference of boost mobile Moto g stylus has a snapdragon 480 processor with the other Moto g stylus have different snapdragon processors
Andre, this is a review that I am really interested in. I am thinking about getting rid of my Samsung Galaxy A51. If I do that, I want to get either the Motorola Moto G Stylus 2021 or the Motorola Moto G Stylus 2020.
@@flint9889 I honestly don't know why they did that and that is the reason I still use the 2020 version because I love the duel speakers on this thing!
I had a Moto G Stylus 2020 for almost a year and it's a good device, However in games like Dragon Ball Z dokkan battle the animations and other stuff from the game is terribly Slow
Sorry folks the stylus does not pop out... Let's be really clear about the stylus of the 2021 model. It does not retract or pop out from the phone and is still pulled. The back of the stylus is like that of a retractable ball point pen - they created a really clever illusion... It's a quality phone...
@@elky1964 It does not pop out... Like I said... The head of the stylus is like that of a retractable ink pen and that part retracts approximately 3/16" from the stylus body when pressed (Like a retractable pen) and that is what you grab. If you have the phone like myself you would clearly know this - While the stylus is out side of the phone press its head down and it will retract down 3/16" - There is no retractable or push out mechanism in the phone Period... It is a well crafted illusion...
@@1969tlchristy Gotcha my bad then. Forgot to ask... If like a retractable pen mechanism what are your thoughts on durability? Does it seem OK or a wee bit flimsy you think? Does it come into play outside of phone, a hindrance, very noticable it's designed that way during stylus usage?
@@elky1964 It is a stylus and is designed well like others from LG and Moto. The phone is a quality phone all around - feels great in the hand. It is slippery like ice if your hands are bone dry (winter hands). The Spigen case for it is excellent as this is a sleek phone, I do not see myself placing it in a bulky case. I have a BECPLT Note 20 holster for it and that is great as well. I am on T-Mobile and every feature of that carrier works out the box....
@@1969tlchristy Thanks for this much appreciated... Have never rocked a phone w/o a case and that goes for my flip-phone's owned waaaay back when LOL. Currently using the TUDIA DualShield on all three of my Moto's but being a case junkie also have several more, usually end up with at least 10 cases per device bare min heheh. And glad to hear I'm not the only one using holster's. Anyways glad to hear you're happy with and enjoying the G Stylus (2021).
I am using Moto G Stylus (2021). The screen and overall size is perfect. Using the stylus with One Note as default has been a decent experience. The stylus is passive but sufficiently responsive to jot notes and simple sketches. There's enough RAM and internal memory to keep it responsive and easily move between apps. The built-in, minimalist Moto Actions (screenshots, gestures) are handy. The fingerprint sensor biometric placement on the power button is convenient and super reliable. Cameras are okay and have some nice effects including cinemagraph and background cutout. This is a great all around workhorse for everyday messaging, social media, and calling. Call quality is good, works with WiFi calling. Battery life has been adequate with one day+ for my usage patterns. Charging time seems on par with other fast charging phones. I use Mint Mobile service (t-mobile network) and activation was seamless. Everything works, including text messaging. This phone has been a win all around, especially with its attractive price point.
I have both these phones and I like the 2021 but the 2020's dual speakers ROCK! Motorola's entry level phones are underrated. I have the galaxy A50 and A51 and those screens are better but I like the quickness and pre installed convenient apps on the moto's. Except nfc... Get this with that one or this with this one lol... Oh yeah and my 2020 I kept losing the stylus... I like the click
I just bought the 2021. Still have the 20/20 although until I learned how to use it I was ready to shoot it. I bought the 2021 for what I personally think is a better camera as I do shoot some inflight videos with my airplane and also the extra storage space. I'm not a techie so the other stuff I guess I'm not up on but this did confirm that I think I have a little bit better phone. Still I'm not ready to trash the other one yet. I also like the bigger screen on the 2021. My wife seem to think the video was better and she made a comment it was a lot like watching a movie. Good information on this for someone who is not a technical food junkie so to speak. I'm almost 60 though I have flown some pretty fancy airplanes the one I have is back to basics.
Loving the stereo speakers on my 2020 G Stylus & G Power but think what's more concerning, and many potential buyers may not be aware of. The fact Motorola chose to launch their 2021 line w/Android 10 rather than 11. Usually one of the reasons for buying a successor "latest OS". So yeah won't be much better off in this respect compared to 2020 variant.
@@elky1964 still think it is I just got it and I'm very happy there's only two things that the newer model seems to have over the older model which is a bigger screen and can run slightly faster by utilizing the GPU and certain instances. At the same time the older one is actually faster hardware wise with the exception of the GPU acceleration. And even though the screen is bigger on the new one it's lower quality. The older one is in every way better save size and for 70 less was a steal. The deal breaker though on the new one was the speaker system it was the stupidest thing they've ever done as a company was removing that that was the selling point of their phones over many of the competition was the speakers
@@elky1964 that being said I am convinced that the downgrades on this as with many other electronics were due to the pandemic and price increases or sourcing parts . At the moment most electronics it's preferable to buy The 2019-2020 model over the 2021 model ...not everything but most
I liked when you showed the front facing camera. Very nice. Also, stop biting your nails! Don't like that they downgraded the speaker sound. Like the speed & storage. Boost has it for $149. Sad LG is dead. The BTS boys & Samsung killed them.
I always wanted a stylus phone for drawing and after seeing this review, I'm glad that I bought the 2020 version. I actually downgraded because of the size of my previous phone. Bigger is NOT ALWAYS better!
After using the 2020 with the stylus a bit I agree I really like it and the honest things I don't need anything bigger the style is accurate enough
I have 2020, it's great and if you maybe can't afford to newer one, 2020 is still an excellent option!
It wasn't mentioned in this review, but the 2020 has dual speakers for media, and the 2021 has just one. For some people, that could be a major drawback.
@Proven Disaster good for you! Hope you get either one cus their both great 😁
@@AisuruMirai Could be. I use headphones so speakers don't matter much to me.
@Proven Disaster did you get it? I still have the 2020 and im gonna rock it until its busts.
@Proven Disaster that's great!!! I bought the moto g stylus on a fluke.. .my phone busted and this was what they had at the store in stock. I love it . Only thing i don't like is....the stylus!!! Who uses a stylus???
I like moto g stylus 2020 size..
Yeah, I just got my 2020 version and saw this and the 2021 looks *massive* compared to the 2020
Coming from an LG Q7+ I thought the Moto g stylus was huge, now imagine carrying the 2021 version...
Update: Phone is trash, the glass breaks really easy. I used the pen a few times and last time i pulled out it broke.
@@welinton3742 Did you sit on it? I've had my 2020 for a year and it's excellent.
@@npo64 No, I dropped but it wasn't even that hard but the screen shattered. Ever since it been getting worse but is still functioning with many bugs that I'm sure aren't related to the broken glass. I wouldn't recommend the phone
As a user of the 2020 model, I bought the 2021 model the day that it came out and returned it within the same day. No Dolby tuned stereo speakers (not even plain, regular stereo speakers either), selfie camera produced worse photos and videos. No action cam. Not good Motorola, not good... I'm holding on to my G Stylus 2020.
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Thank you so much as I was debating between the 2 as my 2020 model was adequte, but fractured screen when I fell on concrete with it and it bounced so much the case even came off
If Kevin was doing the intro, he would say, “Hi everyone, this is Kevin heeeeeeeeerrrrrrreeeeeeee
Haha, true! I've got a video coming out tomorrow from me.
Watching this video on my moto g stylus 2020
I can't believe Motorola downgraded the speakers from the 2020 version to just one speaker on the 2021 version 😡😡😠
Exactly the 2020 version is definitely better and it was just fine it didn't need to upgrade. Yeah it doesn't have NFC and notification LED but that's not really a big deal
I'm keeping my 2020. I don't want to pay for a 2021 downgrade.🤔
As an audiophile who appreciates music with and without headphones, you have to realize many of us out there like to have the option listening to music thru our phones with or without heaphones.
Sometimes the mood hits where we like listening to music without headphones.
A single phone speaker AIN'T gonna cut it.
I'm waiting for Moto to put back the dual speakers on their next generation model.
Meanwhile enjoying my Moto G7 Plus just fine, thank you.
The pop-out styluses tend to also pop out more easily if the phone is dropped. They're easier to get out but way easier to lose. Also, I found that little bit of extra length makes the phone top heavy when it's in the phone holder in the car and it falls out way too easy. I just switched from the LG Stylo line. The Stylo 5 and 6 are comparable in size to the 2020 and 2021 Moto G Styluses and the 5 had a stationary stylus vs the pop-out in the 6. Just bought the Moto G Stylus 2020 last week. It's definitely an upgrade from my LG...and it was $100 less than the 2021 version!! Plus, easier to use if you have small hands!
Well don't drop your phone jackasa
@@prestoncox5365 🤣🤣
@@prestoncox5365 Accidents happen!
Great detailed review, but you forgot to mention the speakers & sound. 2020 has two dolby speakers. 2021 has only one general speaker, which is a major down grade that could be an important feature to consider for those who like streaming music, movies, & youtube videos. Also the action can has been removed from the 2021 model which is a great feature on the 2020 model. For those who are photo fanatics this could be a feature issue as well. In my personal opinion the 2020 model is still the winner with the better features people usually look for, because most are either streamers or music buffs. Gamers may like the bigger picture but they won't get the action packed sound. Other than the bigger size & slight speed difference which wouldn't be noticable, the 2020 model is still the best bang for less bucks sense the 2021 released.
My biggest question that nobody talks about is the phone calls, how they sound, what about dropped calls? All the ifo on camera etc is great, but I want to know if the phone itself is good. I want a phone that actually can make a good call without any problem. And I don't want a phone where I sound like I'm in a tin can.
@@BonnyOBrien - Thank you! I was just about to post the same thing. I think it's ridiculous that we've gotten to a point where people review phones but don't even bother to discuss the quality of actual phone calls. This is especially important to me because I would be using the phone for business purposes. Some of us still use our phones as actual phones, not just for taking pictures and media consumption.
@@Kindred04 I tried to get the Lg stylo 6 at my Boost Mobile . I've had the Lg Stylo 2 for 6 years. Anyway my 2nd choice was Moto G Stylus 2020 model. My Boost store only had the 2021 model. so I took the chance and bought it last Friday. I've only had it 4 days. So far so good. As for the speaker sound. It is very good and it's loud. 2nd of all times not to get any real phone calls. except my granddaughter calls me on Facebook messenger And she was crystal clear and she said I sounded fine. Also my son called me using Telegram and that call was good as well. I did however get spam calls. and I was surprised to see Moto can detect them before you answer the phone. Hope this helps. Also I live in NY and I use Boost Mobile and always get great cell service.
@@BonnyOBrien - Thank you so much! Yes, this definitely helps, as I have Boost Mobile as well. I read some reviews on their site that complained about calls dropping or just not being able to hear people on the 2020 model. I'm glad that seems not to be a big issue with the new model. Thanks again.
Yes great point, then I'd stick to the 2020 model with dual stereo speakers as I hate poor sound quality.
It's April 2022 and I'm still rocking my Moto Stylus 2020. I love it. The new moto Stylus phon s coming out didn't excite me like the 2020 version.
Just purchased the 2020 version! Had an option between the two. I think they just wanted to accommodate the "large screen" nuts. In all 2021 is basically the same phone but with (dropped) features. Galaxy did the exact same thing from the Note 9 to Note 10+. Not a huge fan of the side finger print anyway. Because it's easy to trigger that by just carrying the phone..and very annoying! I'll stick with 2020 a while until they make "significant" proper upgrades than just huge screen. And split second processing doesn't convince me enough to move ahead. And Apple is the kings of misconception! They put out a phone and then next year they make it a hair faster with six added cameras. They get a lot of ppl that way! Over 90%! But newer doesn't always mean better. Glad I spent time with both phones at the store.
Spends 10 minutes of the 20 minute video saying "motorola moto g stylus" when he could just say the year
I found that aspect of listening to the video really annoying!! We can figure it if you just say 20 vs. 21
@@jerrycarden9775 ikr! Couldn't make it thru the whole video
stop complaining or leave no one's forcing you to stay ..ugh 🙄🤨
Thanks I was really wondering if I should get the 2021 one. Great video
Just got my new Moto G Stylus 2021 today😊. Now waiting for my new cases to activate it.
Is the audio and battery good?
@@lookaguy6255 Yes they are. I'm loving my new phone. Still learning it. It does so much. Two days ago I found that I can screen all my calls and I didn't have to add a new app it comes with the phone preinstalled.. ❣️ Sounds great. Battery is good I'm not charging every day. More like every other day depending if I'm going out. The charger is very fast so I don't charge it until I get to 7 to 15%. Hope my reply helps. My case and screen protector came in the day after my phone came in, so I'm góod to go. BTW the color of phone is really nice so I plan to order a clear case as well.
@@deniseakagvtspender5885 ok thank you
Content consumption the 2021 for the win. The 2020 looks like the little sister of the 2021.
Very informative video except there was no examination of the sound component. I heard that the 2020 model has stereo speakers while the 2021 model does not. Wish you would address this in next video. Thanks.
Yes I agree, sound quality is very high up on my list and I will make sure any phone that I purchase has dual stereo speakers.
Good watching great info bro when you think it's coming to metro pcs (2021 motor g stylus)
2020 has stereo speakers & 2021 doesn't
2020 had a nice small size with high functionality. Good active persons phone
you forgot to mention a most important feature for most of us and that is the speakers. The 2020 has dual stereo speakers which sound great, and they did not include dual spakers on the 2021 model which is sort of strange.
Just bought the 2021 model at Cricket for $99. It's such a good phone! It's a nice upgrade from the 2020 model.
Cricket has the 2021 stylus in stock?
@@johnnyjones2220 Yes
But does yours have dual stereo speakers and dolby? Nope. And they removed the action camera. It's a downgrade. 2020 version is better cause i have it.
Does the 2021 lag less? The lag and stutter for the 2020 made me sell it
@@M_harch from what I've noticed it has not lagged at all with me I played cod mobile pubg and heavy games still have found no lag hope this helps!
Does the screen flicker (use PWM) when you turn the brightness way down? To see the flicker you'll need to look at the screen through a camera.
I have the G power and it doesn't use pwm. I'm very sensitive and it's annoying all new phones use oled.
Just advance the video 19:00 to get the final verdict.
Sigh.....Why in the world did Moto decide to switch to a single speaker on the 2021 version?
They've been including dual speakers on almost all their phones.
Also, HATE, HATE having fingerprints scanner on the power button bc its so easy to accidentally touch it by mistake as I've heard from other 2021users.
I like the larger screen on the 2021 model, but the single speaker is a BIG DEAL BREAKER. Sigh.
Can you do one for g stylus 2021 vs A51
I have the moto g stylus 2020 and it's still fast and very awesome indeed plus the dual speakers is absolutely incredible but that moto g stylus 2021 they took away the dual speakers so in my opinion moto g stylus 2020 has won 😃
Face unlock, NFC, a bunch of cameras I don't care about. I just need one good camera with zoom. This phone also has a stylus which I miss using as I have an LG Stylo 4+ but since I got it at Boost Mobile my carrier says it won't work on their system. I have the Moto G7 Power and the only things I don't like about it are that the gallery and music apps are that google crap and I've had to find ones that are as good as the ones that come on LG cellphones.
Thanks for this... Motorola's new 2021 offerings have gotten too large imo. Like the side-mounted fingerprint sensor, faster SoC, and pop-out stylus on G Stylus (2021) but those in themselves aren't enough to warrant upgrading from my 2020 variant, launching w/Android 10 doesn't help either making it less enticing. BTW, face unlock is not an option on my 2020 G Stylus.
I have the unlocked Moto G Stylus 2020. Which one do you have? Mine gained the face unlock feature a few months ago through a software update.
@@KevinBreeze I have the Canadian Retail variant which is unlocked as well, same goes for for my 2020 G Power and neither have face unlock.
I really like my 2020 I think it's really good phone. Love to dual speakers and screen is big enough for me
Definetly a big increase in size.
That's what she said !😂
@@saporracho 🤣🤣
When is the Moto G Stylus coming to T-Mobile or Metro?
The 2020 version is avaible now but the 2021 is something they will have to look into at metro
I just got Moto G Stylus 2021. I have metro pcs but they don't have the phone yet, but I got the unlock phone at best buy for $335 and I just paid the connection which I just paid $23dls maybe works for you too😀
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Can you show a shortcut how to have a second screen?
Stylus 2021 hasn't stereo speakers im sad
i have a problem with the moto g phones the wifi bar drops down even though im like 12 foot away or something but when i go on my samsung it still on full bars when im in the exact same spot at the moto g phone (the moto g phone is 3 bars when its 12 foot away) (the samsung is full bars when im 12 foot away) i dont know if its just the antenna on the phone that is broken or what but i only got the moto g10 phone in January so i dont think its broken
What about the audio quality between the two devices? You forgot that
Stereo audio has been removed with the 2021 Moto G Stylus
Have the 2020 version...best phone I've ever had.
So do I. It's better than my previous phone the t mobile revvl 4+. I admire the dual stereo speakers on the 2020. I love how loud they get. I won't get the 2021 version of this phone though since the dual stereo speakers were dropped. A major downgrade.
So would it be a good primary phone
Yes... I have had it for 2 weeks now. All the T-Mobile features work - wifi calling, hotspot, volte voice and video calling. It has all the LTE Bands. Call quality is great. I do not know about other carriers but this phone makes 100% use of what TMO has to offer...
How's the 2020 gaming operation?
1:12 look at the percentage of the 2020 edition. NICEEEEE
If you use screenshots you can technically take a wide angle photo on the 2020 version
I have the Moto G stylus 5G. If I use the qi adaptor and a wireless charger will the phone still fast charge?
No chance of NFC ever being a feature of the Moto G phone series? Ever?
It's on the Motorola edge
@@christophermcfarland1650 I'll give the Edge a look. Thank you for the information.
@@williamj.dovejr.8613 you're welcome, I was actually gonna upgrade to it but I already have the moto g stylus 2020 and it's kinda pointless even though it's a better phone and has NFC it's not worth switching to if you already have the stylus but if you don't then by all means go for it
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None of these reviews mention the fact that the 2020 doesn't have NFC capability, nor whether the 2021 does or not. As someone who constantly forgets my wallet at home, NFC is a great feature
15:50 he talks about it for a while
Also the 2021 version can do turbo charging
That Stylo 6 is a lot better to me I'm waiting for the Stylo 7
All I can say is let the Geek Bench scores guide your decision. The Moto G Stylus 2021 is elegant and slippery (polished). LG Stylo phones have great displays but that cost cutting Media Tek setup of the Stylo 6 has it performing like entry level phones (the previous all had snapdragons) - I stopped after the Stylo 4 but I miss that excellent phone/contact app it had...
Keep waiting, buckoooo!
If you have the same battery but using a much bigger screen, you are going to get a much shorter battery life. Why is it that the 20's wide angle camera can only be used on video that doesn't make sense. I wonder if Moto fixed that?
If the 21 is the same size as the LG Stylo 6 then it's like having a brick in your pocket
Can someone tell me what the difference of boost mobile Moto g stylus has a snapdragon 480 processor with the other Moto g stylus have different snapdragon processors
finger print scanner was better on the side
i have the moto g stylus 2020 june 2020 running android 11 but its 48 mega pixels on rear camera great phone and pictures
Andre, this is a review that I am really interested in. I am thinking about getting rid of my Samsung Galaxy A51. If I do that, I want to get either the Motorola Moto G Stylus 2021 or the Motorola Moto G Stylus 2020.
Getting the Moto G Stylus 2021 should be a decent upgrade.
I use the 2020. I like the size of the phone. Also the duel speakers. Big upgrade from the G7. Why did they even get rid of the duel speakers for 21?
@@flint9889 I honestly don't know why they did that and that is the reason I still use the 2020 version because I love the duel speakers on this thing!
How many nits?
I had a Moto G Stylus 2020 for almost a year and it's a good device, However in games like Dragon Ball Z dokkan battle the animations and other stuff from the game is terribly Slow
Sorry folks the stylus does not pop out...
Let's be really clear about the stylus of the 2021 model. It does not retract or pop out from the phone and is still pulled. The back of the stylus is like that of a retractable ball point pen - they created a really clever illusion... It's a quality phone...
It partially "pops out" when pushed for easier access. Whereas 2020 variant requires it to be "pried out" before gaining access.
@@elky1964 It does not pop out... Like I said... The head of the stylus is like that of a retractable ink pen and that part retracts approximately 3/16" from the stylus body when pressed (Like a retractable pen) and that is what you grab. If you have the phone like myself you would clearly know this - While the stylus is out side of the phone press its head down and it will retract down 3/16" - There is no retractable or push out mechanism in the phone Period... It is a well crafted illusion...
@@1969tlchristy Gotcha my bad then.
Forgot to ask... If like a retractable pen mechanism what are your thoughts on durability? Does it seem OK or a wee bit flimsy you think? Does it come into play outside of phone, a hindrance, very noticable it's designed that way during stylus usage?
@@elky1964 It is a stylus and is designed well like others from LG and Moto. The phone is a quality phone all around - feels great in the hand. It is slippery like ice if your hands are bone dry (winter hands). The Spigen case for it is excellent as this is a sleek phone, I do not see myself placing it in a bulky case. I have a BECPLT Note 20 holster for it and that is great as well. I am on T-Mobile and every feature of that carrier works out the box....
@@1969tlchristy Thanks for this much appreciated...
Have never rocked a phone w/o a case and that goes for my flip-phone's owned waaaay back when LOL. Currently using the TUDIA DualShield on all three of my Moto's but being a case junkie also have several more, usually end up with at least 10 cases per device bare min heheh. And glad to hear I'm not the only one using holster's.
Anyways glad to hear you're happy with and enjoying the G Stylus (2021).
I am using Moto G Stylus (2021).
The screen and overall size is perfect. Using the stylus with One Note as default has been a decent experience. The stylus is passive but sufficiently responsive to jot notes and simple sketches. There's enough RAM and internal memory to keep it responsive and easily move between apps. The built-in, minimalist Moto Actions (screenshots, gestures) are handy. The fingerprint sensor biometric placement on the power button is convenient and super reliable.
Cameras are okay and have some nice effects including cinemagraph and background cutout.
This is a great all around workhorse for everyday messaging, social media, and calling. Call quality is good, works with WiFi calling. Battery life has been adequate with one day+ for my usage patterns. Charging time seems on par with other fast charging phones.
I use Mint Mobile service (t-mobile network) and activation was seamless. Everything works, including text messaging.
This phone has been a win all around, especially with its attractive price point.
I have both these phones and I like the 2021 but the 2020's dual speakers ROCK! Motorola's entry level phones are underrated. I have the galaxy A50 and A51 and those screens are better but I like the quickness and pre installed convenient apps on the moto's. Except nfc... Get this with that one or this with this one lol... Oh yeah and my 2020 I kept losing the stylus... I like the click
I prefer the bigger screen on the 2021 model. Great for watching videos etc.
Does the 2021 have action cam?
Nope they removed it, along with dolby dual speakers.
I love how this phone is so cheap but useful and feature packed, it has has ARcore, finger print scanning, a stylus, and great gameplay
My phone does need more memory but I'm still happy with the moto e by motorola
at 300 dollars for the same phone not really an upgrade but i do like the nord 10 5g phone by one plus so i would pay 300 for that
BTW how do you get that wallpaper
Park at
I got the 2020 for 30 bucks as a second phone since I broke my iphone, it's pretty good ngl
Got my 2020 in 2020 at Metro for $0.00 no plan, unlimited 50 bucks a month. ❤️
I just bought the 2021. Still have the 20/20 although until I learned how to use it I was ready to shoot it. I bought the 2021 for what I personally think is a better camera as I do shoot some inflight videos with my airplane and also the extra storage space. I'm not a techie so the other stuff I guess I'm not up on but this did confirm that I think I have a little bit better phone. Still I'm not ready to trash the other one yet. I also like the bigger screen on the 2021. My wife seem to think the video was better and she made a comment it was a lot like watching a movie. Good information on this for someone who is not a technical food junkie so to speak. I'm almost 60 though I have flown some pretty fancy airplanes the one I have is back to basics.
I love my moto e phone by motorola I wanted the moto g stylus but it's too much money.ill stick with my moto e phone for now
Motorola Stylus 2020 had Dolby dual surround sound speakers the 21,22 version has a boring mono garbage single speaker
mine has google pay i got the 2021
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There is a Downgrade In the 2021 Model And that is there is one Speaker compared to the 2020 Model.
Loving the stereo speakers on my 2020 G Stylus & G Power but think what's more concerning, and many potential buyers may not be aware of. The fact Motorola chose to launch their 2021 line w/Android 10 rather than 11. Usually one of the reasons for buying a successor "latest OS". So yeah won't be much better off in this respect compared to 2020 variant.
@@elky1964 litterly returned day one as speakers and other 70$ less . only downsides size
@@nonebusiness2023 At the time G Stylus (2021) launched IMHO the 2020 model was definitely the better buy.
@@elky1964 still think it is I just got it and I'm very happy there's only two things that the newer model seems to have over the older model which is a bigger screen and can run slightly faster by utilizing the GPU and certain instances. At the same time the older one is actually faster hardware wise with the exception of the GPU acceleration. And even though the screen is bigger on the new one it's lower quality. The older one is in every way better save size and for 70 less was a steal. The deal breaker though on the new one was the speaker system it was the stupidest thing they've ever done as a company was removing that that was the selling point of their phones over many of the competition was the speakers
@@elky1964 that being said I am convinced that the downgrades on this as with many other electronics were due to the pandemic and price increases or sourcing parts . At the moment most electronics it's preferable to buy The 2019-2020 model over the 2021 model ...not everything but most
I liked when you showed the front facing camera. Very nice. Also, stop biting your nails! Don't like that they downgraded the speaker sound. Like the speed & storage. Boost has it for $149. Sad LG is dead. The BTS boys & Samsung killed them.
Motor-olla ...New version 2021 ....does it have ? 5g 🙉🙊🙈.....
last years model way better then 2021
Sir can i ask you what is the MCK code of galaxy a71? Hope u answer me this time thank you.
What is MCK?
@@aetreus88 yes you know what is the MCK Code???
@@annabelsancho6735 I don't know what an MCK is. What does it stand for?
@@aetreus88 i need that code because my mobile is unlocked for roaming simcard
On the 202oonnneee.
2021 new version .....5g ? 🙈🙊🙉 ooooooooooooo noo
A 5G version comes out next week (2021 June 14).
Not NFC-Not interesting(
Your voice sound different in this video
This video is from my assistant Andre.
300 dólares?? hmmm me parece un robo, Motorola aun sigue sin mejorar su calidad/precio.
Pero esperaré al comprarlo cuando salga para Argentina.