Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy A26 5G SM-A266U 128 GB Smartphone - 6.7" Super AMOLED Full HD Plus 1080 x 2340 - Octa-core (Cortex - Onyx Black (Unlocked)
Average customer rating
4.5
(922 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 922 reviews
5 Stars
625
4 Stars
198
3 Stars
64
2 Stars
22
1 Star
13
79%of customers recommend this product.
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37 out of
47)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy A26 5G SM-A266U 128 GB Smartphone - 6.7" Super AMOLED Full HD Plus 1080 x 2340 - Octa-core (Cortex - Onyx Black (Unlocked)
Customer Rating
4
Great camera quality and bright flashlight
on April 22, 2026
Posted by: NEWLEX
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Galaxy AI helps when I need someone to critique my work
Value
4
Response from Samsung USBy R&R, April 23, 2026
Hello NEWLEX,
It's great to hear that the camera and flashlight are performing well when you need them most. While the A series doesn't include the full range of Galaxy AI features, it still offers many AI capabilities that can enhance your work by providing a different perspective. I appreciate you sharing how it integrates into your daily routine. Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Samsung!
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It's great to hear that the camera and flashlight are performing well when you need them most. While the A series doesn't include the full range of Galaxy AI features, it still offers many AI capabilities that can enhance your work by providing a different perspective. I appreciate you sharing how it integrates into your daily routine. Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Samsung!
-Ty
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Customer Rating
4
It's what I expected
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: MrPottsLong88
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It's a budget model phone. It performs as such. I believe it has AI and it answers questions when asked. It performs up to expectations. I like the OS updates for such a low end phone. That alone makes it worth the purchase.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great phone
on May 23, 2026
Posted by: Lajuana1015
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This phone has everything I need to get the job done.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Budget Phone That gets the basics right
on May 25, 2026
Posted by: Dannyboy1st
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy A26 feels like the kind of phone made for people who just want something reliable without spending flagship money. It handles everyday tasks like texting, social media, YouTube, web browsing, and music streaming smoothly enough, while still giving you Samsung’s familiar One UI software experience and solid battery life. The display is bright and colorful for the price range, and Samsung’s software support is usually one of the stronger points compared to many other budget Android phones.
That said, the Galaxy A26 is more of a practical phone than an exciting one. Performance can slow down during heavier multitasking or gaming, and the cameras are decent in good lighting but not especially impressive overall. If your priority is affordability, battery life, and a dependable day-to-day experience, it’s a solid budget choice. But if you care a lot about speed, premium cameras, or long-term performance, you may eventually feel limited by it.
That said, the Galaxy A26 is more of a practical phone than an exciting one. Performance can slow down during heavier multitasking or gaming, and the cameras are decent in good lighting but not especially impressive overall. If your priority is affordability, battery life, and a dependable day-to-day experience, it’s a solid budget choice. But if you care a lot about speed, premium cameras, or long-term performance, you may eventually feel limited by it.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This is a great phone to have
on May 30, 2026
Posted by: acapanther
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Galaxy AI has been very helpful and I recommend any of the Samsung Galaxy devices. Samsung has a great line of products including the new line of washers and dryers we just purchased and im telling you that you can not go wrong purchasing Samsung. I have never had any problems with Samsung and I highly recommend you use Samsung brand.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
This phone feels like it should cost so much more.
on May 31, 2026
Posted by: CharlieB805
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This phone has more features than I know.How to use. It has multiple camera functions and the photos are great. It has plenty of storage.\nWith an option to add a s d card for even more storage. It's easy to use even for a person like me.That isn't too hip twelve technology. Oh , and don't get me started on that galaxy AI; i've used it to make resumes, i've used it to help me fix my car, and it seemed to be able to answer any question i've had. So I recommend this phone to anybody that wants a phone that functions like a high end high priced model with the price tag that doesn't hurt as bad.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
NOTHING BEATS THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
on March 30, 2025
Posted by: NOTHING BEATS THIS
NOTHING BEATS THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Posted by: MichiganAware
Verified Purchase:Yes
The phone seems to be of low quality (rinky dink, cheap). The Samsung Privacy Policy requires the user to open up much of their personal information to be sold. So the user is unable to feel comfortable in using their phone, a useful and necessary tool. The privacy policy is not about protecting the owner of the device. It's about how the owner/ user will have less privacy by using the device.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Performance
3
Design
3
Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R, December 26, 2025
Hi MichiganAware,
Thank you for sharing your experience with the Galaxy A26 5G. Samsung devices aim to provide dependable performance and transparency. You can review and adjust your Security and Privacy settings on your phone, including permissions with Permission Manager and access to the camera, microphone, and clipboard. Tap on More privacy settings for more options. Your feedback emphasizes the importance of trust in your overall experience. We suggest reading our Service Agreement to understand your privacy rights, accessible through the link below. We appreciate your feedback and your involvement in the Samsung community.
Use Security and privacy settings on Galaxy phones and tablets
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10002544/
Mobile Terms and Conditions
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/legal/LGL10000282/
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Thank you for sharing your experience with the Galaxy A26 5G. Samsung devices aim to provide dependable performance and transparency. You can review and adjust your Security and Privacy settings on your phone, including permissions with Permission Manager and access to the camera, microphone, and clipboard. Tap on More privacy settings for more options. Your feedback emphasizes the importance of trust in your overall experience. We suggest reading our Service Agreement to understand your privacy rights, accessible through the link below. We appreciate your feedback and your involvement in the Samsung community.
Use Security and privacy settings on Galaxy phones and tablets
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10002544/
Mobile Terms and Conditions
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/legal/LGL10000282/
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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US