LG G2 Pro Reviews

All in all, the LG G3 is a huge upgrade over the G2 in almost every way: starting with the sharper, Quad HD display, the more solid build of the device, the faster and more battery-efficient Snapdragon 801, and the better 13-megapixel camera. Not just that - LG’s 2014 flagship features an overhauled interface that no longer looks cartoonish, and feels modern and snappy. With all this said, the LG G3 seems like a clear favorite, giving you more than enough reasons to upgrade from last year’s G2. The G2, however, has aged nicely, and offers an excellent value for the money, as it costs around 40% less than the G3. It’s also more compact and easier to use with a single hand, while the G3 - as compact as it is for the size - feels much more phablet-y.

The Xperia Z2 feels like the superior device in this battle of the 5.2-inch Android flagship phones. It’s got a sleek style to both its outwards appearance and software, a great overall performance, great camera and a super long lasting battery. The LG G2 is also a great performer that does not lack much in processing power, but its design feels less refined and the camera is a bit less capable. However, when it boils down to value-for-the-money, the LG G2 has got price on its side, as it can be found for an off-contract price of $400 (€350), while the Xperia Z2 can be had for a much heftier price north of $600 (€600). So do we have a winner in this Android battle of giants? If price is not a concern, the Xperia Z2 has got a clear advantage, but if you don’t want to pay the full cost of a new flagship, the G2 is one of the best value-for-the-money offers that still pack flagship-like specs.

The LG G2 is a powerful smartphone with a very capable 13-Megapixel digital camera. Optical image stabilization, 9-point AF and full 1080p HD video recording top the list of features that you would normally see on a digicam. The image quality and performance will also rival that of most entry-level compact cameras when in good lighting.

When you think about it, there is no such thing as a best smartphone. There has never been one, and one would probably never materialize. Yet right now, the Samsung Galaxy S5 is one of the few phones that get reaaly close to that elusive status. Simply put, it is a great phone and we have nothing too bad to say about it. When stacked against the LG G2, Samsung's new flagship proves that it is a step ahead in many ways with its fashionable design, better camera, water-resistant construction, and superior internal hardware. The LG G2, however, isn't lagging behind by much. Its camera is almost as good, its screen is just as eye-pleasing, and its hardware still packs enough punch to handle any app thrown at it. And if that's not enough, the LG G2 is considerably cheaper to own than the Galaxy S5. In the U.S., to be more specific, the latter is on pre-order for about $200 on a 2-year contract, while the LG G2 can be had for free on an identical service agreement. Ultimately, the Samsung Galaxy S5 is your phone if you demand having the best of the best. Just keep in mind that it comes at a price. And if value for money is what you're after, then the LG G2 would be an excellent investment, regardless of whether you pick it on contract or SIM-free.

Two flagship Android smartphones, two fantastic performances amongst them in several key areas. There’s just no going around the obvious here people, they have nearly all the elements we want to find in a smartphone that would cement their statuses as being flagship things. Making a logical decision in what to choose is tough no doubt, especially when each device has their unique characteristics to pull in certain consumers. Consequently, pricing is a driving factor that can fine tune a decision for some. Taking into account that it’s been out for a longer period of time, the LG G2 naturally benefits from having a lower price point than the HTC One (M8). Depending on where you shop, you can even snag it for as low as free with a 2-year contract – or $465 outright if you prefer not being stuck with an agreement. Meanwhile, the HTC One M8 is priced at $200 on-contract, or $650 outright through several carriers. Savings is something you’ll get more sticking with the LG G2. Overall, the decision will mainly hinge on what you like – and pricing too if that matters to you. Pick up the LG G2 if you want an inexpensive smartphone that can still hold its own ground by offering us a ton of software features, and being the superior phone when it comes to snapping photos and videos. However, if you want a phone that can stand out from the crowd for its beautiful design, produce some cool post photo effects, boasts a long lasting battery life, and has an excellent call quality performance, then the HTC One M8 is going to be the device for you.

Pricing, it’s something that has a dramatic effect on a buyer’s decision. If we’re to look at Verizon’s current pricing structure for the two high-end smartphones, it points to the obvious – that the LG G2 by far has the greater bang for the buck value! Whether it’s the on-contract or outright pricing, there’s a considerable amount of savings that accompany the pickup of the LG G2. Specifically, it’s $100 on-contract or $500 outright, which looks more pleasing than the $200 on-contract or $550 outright cost attached to the Lumia Icon. Of course, being the newer device means that there’s always going to be a higher premium to it. We’re not saying to strictly go with the LG G2 due to the savings you’ll get out of it, but rather, it’s more of whether you’ll be able to appreciate what Windows Phone 8 has to offer in the experience department. Sure, there are more features in play with the LG G2, both from the hardware and software, but the Lumia Icon can’t be undermined for the simple reason that it’s more expensive. Windows Phone isn’t for everybody, but if you feel up to the task of going on the Windows Phone ride, the Lumia Icon won’t disappoint – it’s the best that Verizon has to offer at the moment.

Pricing is such a huge win for the Nokia Lumia 1520, to the point that people will really fall head over feet for its value for the buck. At $99.99 with a 2-year contract, it’s undoubtedly showing the LG G2 that it’s aggressive and not messing around. Heck, it’s even more amazing knowing that it’s outfitted with nearly the same cutting-edge hardware that’s under the hood of the mighty LG G2. So why would anyone decide to go with the more expensive LG G2, especially when it’s being sold normally right now for $199.99 on-contract? The obvious reason is that it’s a well-balanced performer that hits the high marks in several departments, but out of everything, it’s comprehensive and enhanced software experience of the G2 that shows off its value.

The G2 is an incredible smartphone, and if you're in the market for a new device and didn't want to get a Galaxy S4 - you owe it to yourself to try this out. I think the G2 overall is a much better phone than the S4, and I can't wait to see what Samsung does next with the Galaxy S5.

An absurdly powerful phone with a beautiful 1080p display, the G2 is a great choice that pushes smartphone tech forward three steps, but still takes a step back.

The HTC One max and LG G2 both run on Android, but that’s pretty much where the similarities end - these are two vastly different phones. The One max offers the bigger, 5.9” screen and while that might seem like a clear advantage, it works out like a double-edged sword since the device is so large and not comfortable to handle and carry. The LG G2 in contrast has a smaller, 5.2” display, but is surprisingly compact and easy to operate. We have to admit that we like the nice vivid screen of the One max, its sturdy aluminum design and outstanding loud and clear front speakers, but in almost all else it’s a bit of underwhelming device. We are disappointed to see the Snapdragon 600 system chip instead of the latest Snapdragon 800, and we are particularly unhappy with the underperforming camera. The LG G2 is not a perfect device (if we had to nit-pic, we'd say we are not perfectly happy with its bluish screen and the loudspeaker is a bit tinny), but it has the future-proof Snapdragon 800, a great 13-megapixel camera with optical image stabilization, and it’s compact and easy to handle. Plus, it costs less. The HTC One max is priced at $249 on Sprint and expected to cost a whopping $299 on Verizon (with a contract), and comparing this to the LG G2 cost varying from $50 to $150 on major carriers, it’s hard to see any justification for the One max price. If you plan on buying one of these off-contract, the difference is still big: the One max costs a whopping $700, compared to $530 for an unlocked LG G2. With all this in mind, the LG G2 easily wins our recommendation here.

If we’re to dissect every single category and determine a winner, it seems as though that the LG G2 would come out as being victorious. From its more pleasing design, to its slightly superior performance in various key areas, the G2 delivers the goods to make it a fine and dandy smartphone. On the software side, the decision is harder to justify, since either experiences can prove to be more beneficial depending on the user. Certainly, we appreciate that the Android 4.4 KitKat experience of the Nexus 5 is a simple one, but at the same time, people can also appreciate the wealth of primary and secondary features that accompany the LG G2’s customized Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean experience. Comparatively, these two are very similar under the hood, but we really have to consider their price points. One is meant to be bought outright without a contract, while the other is primarily sold with a 2-year contract. If we’re to take a peek at their outright pricing, the Nexus 5’s hard-to-beat $349 figure is a tough act to follow, since it seemingly offers that superb balance between pricing, hardware specs, and performance – so much better than the $525 full cost attached to the G2.

Both the LG G2 and Samsung Galaxy Note 3 received solid remarks in our individual reviews of each device. If you're someone artistic or in a field that requires lots of productivity or planning, I'd recommend taking a hard look at the Galaxy Note 3. The S Pen offers more input options and a wider canvas to operate on. The size is rather large, which leaves room for the G2 to come in and offer a counterargument as the better compromise between features and practical use on a daily basis. There's so much identical between the two phones internally that it boils down to how much someone cares about an S Pen, or if that person can get over the texture and camera compromises of the G2. If you still need more convincing, read the full LG G2 review or Samsung Galaxy Note 3 review for more guidance.

The total packages of the iPhone 5S and LG G2 can only be separated by priority: does someone want a phone with a clearly defined purpose that does a good job in most cases, or would that person like the option of having a supercharged set of tools that are not as polished, but are more plentiful? That sums up the G2 in a nutshell. It's so full of options that you can even use a built-in IR blaster to control a television and cable box. The G2 is the clear choice for the power user, who wants his or her phone to be everything in a box. The Apple iPhone 5S is the choice for the quote-unquote average consumer who cares more about being able to navigate a phone without roadblocks, an ugly interface, or extra work to make things usable. The simplicity of the iPhone 5S, and the expansion possible thanks to its world-class App Store, makes this a device that outshines LG in some software areas. LG's Android UI is more troublesome and not as good by default, but it has more upside for improvement and adapting to someone's needs. With a beautiful screen and a longer battery, the G2 is a more capable device than the iPhone 5S.

This is where we wrap things up and present you with our advice on which smartphone you should go with – the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 or the LG G2. But in all honesty, we're split in our decision, so ultimately, the choice will depend on the needs and preferences of each and every user. Size is the Galaxy Note 3's weakest link, but it is one of its strongest selling points at the same time. That's because even though the handset would be too large for the average consumer to comfortably handle and carry around, it rewards us with its spacious touchscreen – a touchscreen that ranks among the very best we've seen on a smartphone to date. Ultimately, all that display real estate makes the Note 3 one of the top handsets for entertainment and media consumption. Not to be forgotten is the S Pen and the boatload of productivity features loaded onto the device, optimized to work in tandem with Samsung's digital stylus. But the LG G2 is no less amazing, and its slightly smaller, yet just as good-looking touchscreen is also suitable for any task you might imagine. At the same time, the company's flagship is much easier to wield and as a result has a higher chance at grabbing the attention of typical buyers. Or at least those who don't mind the unusual placement of its power and volume keys. These key differences aside, the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and the LG G2 both are well worthy of being regarded as the cream of the crop among Android smartphones. We're pleased to say that they both excel in delivering the premium user experience and the smooth performance we've come to expect out of a contemporary high-end smartphone. They are mighty fast, pretty much equally capable from a hardware standpoint, and loaded to the brim with unique features – all traits that place them on top of the Android foodchain.

If I had to boil it down, I would say that the LG G2 is excellent where it matters: super-responsive, amazing display, excellent battery life and very high photo quality. To me, these are the most important aspects of a smartphone, and the LG G2 hits a home run on everything that really matters. Beyond that, it is up to you to decide if the industrial design, graphic design, web services or carrier availability will work for you. If you end up choosing it, you would have made a damn fine choice.

A beautiful screen and great camera and battery life make the G2 a phone to be reckoned with - we just wish it had expandable storage

The G2 took what I loved from the tablet-smartphone category, and crammed it into a regular smartphone. A big one, granted, but not an unnecessarily huge one. LG's smartphone screens are among the best, and its newest phone continues to lead its peers. This time around, however, it's got the battery to do it justice. I had no aversion to watching more video, taking more photos or just doing more with the G2 because I knew that the phone would go the distance even with very heavy use. Incredibly, too, the device isn't even being marketed for its battery savings so much as its top-notch specs. Here, then, you can finally have the best of both. If you're sick of phones that won't last until sunset -- I'm looking at you, Nexus 4 -- this is the solution. The new button positions are not a gimmick, but they take some getting used to and indeed, many prospective users might never come around. After a week of using the G2, I'm utterly sold on the double-tap to unlock. There was no need to reach around for the power switch; I just had to be able to reach the screen to check emails or the time. There are some new duds in LG's new software coffers (Slide Aside can be left aside), and the OS feels denser and more complicated than a vanilla Android build, but there are still a few gems to ensure LG's skin is worth using. With that battery life, Google and LG could oblige us with a Play version, or maybe we'll see specs crammed into the next Nexus -- we certainly liked the price tag the last time that happened. The miraculous endurance of the G2 paired with a high-level screen and processor, make it one of the most tempting smartphones I've seen in the last six months.

In being high-end flagship smartphones, these two behemoths in the space bear base price point of $200 – something that’s all too predictable of course. Apple’s newest pride and joy might not be seem as feature rich as the G2, but as a general smartphone, it has enough of a well-balanced performance in various key areas to continue making it an outstanding option. Best of all, it’s a phone that’s simple to use and operate, thanks to its refreshing iOS 7 experience adhering to Apple’s strict foundation of providing users with an intuitive experience.On the flip side of the spectrum, the LG G2 is bigger and more feature rich than the iPhone 5s – especially in the software side, as its experience is diverse with its functions. Additionally, it’s just one specs beast of a phone that can put the iPhone 5s into its place. Indeed, its design might not be a luxurious or elegant than the iPhone 5s, but some will still appreciate its looks.

At the end of the day, where do all of these specs put the G2? The G2 is a powerhouse on multiple levels: it’s incredibly fast, has a beautiful display, and it’s got the stamina to go all day. But when it comes down to the raw emotion and pleasure of using a device, the G2 doesn’t hit the marks set by the Moto X or HTC One. LG’s overdone and obnoxious software quickly grows tiresome, and the sheer size of the phone presents a number of usability issues. Not to mention that it just doesn’t feel good when you’re holding it thanks to the glossy finish. Compared to the Galaxy S4, the G2’s apparent target, I’d take the G2 any day of the week, but that doesn’t make it the best. Samsung’s ubiquitous marketing machine, which LG has yet to really duplicate, will also ensure that more people come looking for Galaxy phones than they do for LG devices. LG’s decisions to hedge its design almost makes it feel as if it isn’t fully convinced that everything on the G2 is great. The company clearly thought putting the power and volume buttons on the back of the phone was a good idea, but it thankfully neutered their necessity with the Knock On feature. The absurd level of customizability of the software plays to Android’s strengths and caters to aficionados, but the hardcore Android users aren’t going to want to deal with LG’s interface at all, and the average user will never bother to change things from how it looks on day one. Fortunately, the G2 is widely expected to be the basis for Google’s next Nexus smartphone, much in the way last year’s Optimus G laid the foundation for the Nexus 4. If that is indeed the case, it’s a great thing for potential Nexus buyers, because the G2’s display, battery, and camera all address complaints we’ve had with prior Nexus devices. Strip away LG’s software and move the buttons back to where they belong and you have the potential for a really great phone. A Nexus device with a great screen, awesome battery, and good camera? Sign me up.

LG G2 is trying to straddle the gap between a smartphone and a phablet, offering the features of the latter at the price point of the former – and frankly, it’s not doing it terribly well. That’s almost entirely thanks to the software. Yes, there are other downsides to this device, like the non-expandable memory, non-removable battery, lousy speakers, and unremarkable build quality – but those shortcomings pale in comparison to an interface that doesn’t properly leverage the G2′s big, beautiful display. In multitasking, responsiveness, and overall feature set, the G2 falls well short of the phablets it’s actually competing with: Samsung’s Galaxy Note II and forthcoming Galaxy Note 3. Yes, the G2′s contract price in the States is significantly cheaper than those devices, but as the saying goes: you get what you pay for. Still, the G2′s camera is excellent, its display is a wonder, its internals are bleeding-edge, and its battery life is top-notch. So if those things are important to you, and you don’t care about weighing the G2 in context with its competition (or you just want to save some dough) you should buy one. You’ll probably love it. Just be aware that what you’re bringing home with you doesn’t quite live up to the lofty aspirations its maker set out to satisfy. The LG G2 is a very good smartphone … but a very lackluster phablet.

The LG G2 is an extremely powerful smartphone. It pushes the envelope in terms of technology and features, though it also falls in-step with its major competitors. The stand-out features include the dazzling display, good signal performance and voice quality, and of course the buttons placed on the back rather than the side. The button configuration is interesting and will take some getting used to for those who purchase the G2. I wish the G2's hardware were a bit nicer. The crummy plastic used to form the back cover makes even Samsung's materials feel lush in comparison. For such an important device, I can't help but feel that LG dropped the ball a bit in terms of design and materials. That said, the G2's Snapdragon 800 processor is incredible and provides a capable engine under the G2's hood. The list of software and applications available on the G2 are unending. Like Samsung with the Galaxy S 4, LG crammed as many new tricks into the G2 as it could muster. Some of the more appealing apps include the improved camera software, the expanded list of QSlide apps, and Guest Mode. Thankfully, the camera at least performs on-par with the competition. Perhaps the G2's biggest fault is its lack of personality. It does everything well, but could very well get lost in the sea of smartphones on today's wireless store shelves. I like it, and it is easy to recommend, but you have to want it.

LG G2 is a flagship like any other - a great combination of the latest tech, Android OS and a full bag of proprietary software goodies. What makes the difference in the G2 is that it isn't like some of its predecessors - late, irrelevant, and boring. It's a breath of fresh air for the company and we hope it brings some of the LG's glorious days back. Both LG and the G2 deserve it this time.

If display size is not an issue, you might want to look at the Galaxy Note III for your next flagship purchase as well or wait to see if Samsung would eventually release internationally a Snapdragon 800 powered S4 refresh. A new Nexus 5 seems to be just around the corner too, not to mention we have yet to really put the just arrived Sony Xperia Z1 through its paces. It seems this holiday season the shopping choice won't be as clear-cut as last year's so make sure you grab a front-row seat at our homepage. The flagship reviews will keep on coming as soon as we get them ready for you.

HTC and LG both have been through tough times, and had the slimmest margin of error imaginable with their flagships. The One and the G2 are phones any manufacturer would be proud of, and many users will love. That's the thing really, these two are some easy gadgets to fall in love with. And so hard to pick between.

LG has trumped the competition with the G2. The phone offers a combination of value for money with high-end features which we haven't seen from rival flagship devices. A great specification combined with impressive design and handy software features mean there's very little to dislike about this handset - only really the lack of a microSD card slot.