ValueTechTV (German) · 11/08/2021
Hands-on review · speed tests, camera and battery tests
Motorola Moto G100 is good value for its price, with fast 5G and a big battery, though sound and water protection lag behind.
Likes- Fast 5G and LTE speeds in testing
- Large battery lasting about two days
- Good call quality and reception
- Generous 128 GB storage, expandable by microSD
Dislikes- Loud speaker distorts at high volume
- Headphone jack audio is weaker than rivals
- No water or dust protection
- Matte LCD screen looks less brilliant than rivals
verklickt · 29/07/2021
Hands-on review · desktop mode, cameras and price
Motorola Moto G100 offers good performance and a useful desktop mode, but the price feels high unless you use the accessory.
Likes- Very good performance
- Desktop mode turns the phone into a computer with a monitor
- Accessory bundle is worthwhile if you use desktop mode
Dislikes- Photos shot against light look poor and colours shift
- Display is only okay and could be better
- Price is a bit high for the phone alone
albertoimx · 24/10/2021
Hands-on review · several weeks of daily use
Motorola Moto G100 is strongly recommended for its price range, with gaps in charging speed, low-light photos and refresh rate.
Likes- Long battery life
- Attractive design and comfortable grip
- Good screen and solid daylight camera
Dislikes- Charging at 20 watts is slower than expected
- Low-light photos fall short of expectations
- Single bottom speaker is easily blocked when you hold the phone
- Refresh rate limited to 90 Hz
PasionMovil · 29/08/2021
Long-term review · months of use, cameras and gaming
Motorola Moto G100 is strongly recommended, with excellent cameras, gaming performance and battery life for a mid-range phone.
Likes- Camera results with well-exposed, vivid photos
- Smooth 90 Hz display that suits gaming
- Battery lasting about two days in normal use
- Fingerprint sensor on the power button
Dislikes- Price is not low, though well below premium flagships
- Few other drawbacks noted
Ivan Luzardo · 13/08/2021
Full review · Ready For desktop mode, performance and price
Motorola Moto G100 is a fluid, capable phone whose Ready For mode is handy, though its price is high.
Likes- Fluid interface and smooth performance
- Ready For mode is quick to connect
- Strong Snapdragon 870 processor
- Battery lasts about a day
Dislikes- Price is high for its class
- 20 W charging is modest
- No HDMI cable in the box
Gadgerss · 09/08/2021
Hands-on review · battery, performance and display tests
Motorola Moto G100 is the strongest Moto G yet, with long battery life and smooth performance, held back by the screen and speaker.
Likes- Strongest Moto G the reviewer has tested
- Battery lasts a day and a half with average use
- Everyday performance is strong and can run like a desktop
- 5G connectivity and long battery life
Dislikes- Screen could be better, as it lacks an OLED or AMOLED panel
- Single speaker sounds good but not as strong as hoped
- No FM radio
- Ultra-wide camera lacks the detail of the main camera
Isaac Bahamondes · 24/05/2021
Hands-on review · battery, charging and performance tests
Motorola Moto G100 is a balanced phone that feels quite good, though its price and slow charger make it hard to recommend strongly.
Likes- Balanced overall package
- Battery lasts a long time through the day
- Strong performance from the processor
- Headphone jack and macro ring light are useful
Dislikes- 20 W charger is slow compared with rivals
- Price is high for the local market
- Tough competition from other brands at this price point
andreagaleazzi · 05/04/2021
Hands-on review · desktop mode, camera and price tests
Motorola Moto G100 is a solid all-round phone with reliable performance and a strong desktop mode, though not a best buy.
Likes- Desktop mode works very well
- Reliable performance and software
- Good low-light photos for the price
- Headphone jack is a welcome feature
Dislikes- IPS display is unimpressive
- Heavy, and hard to use with small hands
- Not a best buy overall
GizChina Italia · 31/03/2021
Hands-on review · performance, battery and camera
Motorola Moto G100 offers strong performance and battery life for buyers who accept compromises on charging and camera.
Likes- Top-tier performance for demanding tasks
- Excellent battery life
- Clean Android, close to stock
Dislikes- Missing wireless charging and stereo speakers
- Slow charging for its battery size
- Camera lacks stabilisation at higher resolutions
Tecnoandroid · 30/03/2021
Hands-on review · camera tests and software overview
Motorola Moto G100 is a balanced mid-range phone with strong performance and a useful desktop mode, though its cameras are only mid-range.
Likes- Powerful processor for a mid-range phone
- Battery lasting a day and a half of heavy use
- Clean software with useful personalisation
- Desktop mode works well with a monitor
Dislikes- Night mode cannot fully compensate for the sensor
- Autofocus is slow, so steady hands are needed
- Camera performance falls short of top-tier phones
HDblog · 25/03/2021
Hands-on review · software, desktop mode and battery
Motorola Moto G100 is a well-rounded mid-high phone with stable software, held back by slow charging and no full waterproofing.
Likes- Stable software with few customisations
- Desktop mode over USB-C is an interesting extra
- Good battery life and solid performance
Dislikes- Charging is not very fast, one of the few weak points
- No IP68 rating, so not fully waterproof
- Competition in this price segment is very tough