Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Black
Average customer rating
4.8
(12,366 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 12,366 reviews
5 Stars
10,833
4 Stars
1,234
3 Stars
183
2 Stars
45
1 Star
71
66%of customers recommend this product.
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81 out of
122)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Black
Customer Rating
5
Love the new Galaxy AI feature
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Doop8000
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Really loving the new galaxy ai features. Making the everyday life very futuristic, adapting to the world. Also for Samsung to adapt this system and taking the lead on the technology. It is truly an amazing experince
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Very fast, overall great
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Sovsem
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Galaxi ai working just awesome. Overall great phone and also watch
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Overall great upgrade experience
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: daalocni
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Traded in my old 128 GB Galaxy Note 20 Ultra from 2020 to upgrade to the new Galaxy S26 Ultra 1TB with 16 gigs of Ram.
Upgrading to the Galaxy S26 Ultra is a massive change across six years of evolution, perhaps too many to list. The performance gap is the first thing that I noticed. The S26 Ultra handles Android with a fluidity that made my aging Note felt very sluggish. Tasks that taxed the Note’s processor are now handled with efficiency and significantly better thermal management.
However, a Note loyalist like myself faces some hardware friction. A slight downside is the loss of the S Pen’s Bluetooth camera shutter functionality. The workaround, buying a separate (and now forgetable) Bluetooth shutter button, means carrying an extra accessory that the S Pen used to house internally.
The display also sees a slight trade-off due to the new display with it's new privacy feature. While great for security, I noticed a bit more shifting or dimming if the phone isn't pointed directly at my face. Additionally, the awkward placement of the bottom 5x zoom camera shifts the internal magnets, preventing many MagSafe-style accessories from seating properly (when using a magenetic case). Despite all, the sheer jump in power and software makes the S26 Ultra a formidable, if slightly different, successor to my Note, which I would surely recommend to anyone upgrading from older phones like myself.
Upgrading to the Galaxy S26 Ultra is a massive change across six years of evolution, perhaps too many to list. The performance gap is the first thing that I noticed. The S26 Ultra handles Android with a fluidity that made my aging Note felt very sluggish. Tasks that taxed the Note’s processor are now handled with efficiency and significantly better thermal management.
However, a Note loyalist like myself faces some hardware friction. A slight downside is the loss of the S Pen’s Bluetooth camera shutter functionality. The workaround, buying a separate (and now forgetable) Bluetooth shutter button, means carrying an extra accessory that the S Pen used to house internally.
The display also sees a slight trade-off due to the new display with it's new privacy feature. While great for security, I noticed a bit more shifting or dimming if the phone isn't pointed directly at my face. Additionally, the awkward placement of the bottom 5x zoom camera shifts the internal magnets, preventing many MagSafe-style accessories from seating properly (when using a magenetic case). Despite all, the sheer jump in power and software makes the S26 Ultra a formidable, if slightly different, successor to my Note, which I would surely recommend to anyone upgrading from older phones like myself.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Next-Level Performance with Galaxy AI
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Arisam
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am impressed with my Galaxy S26 Ultra so far. The performance is incredibly fast and smooth, and Galaxy AI makes everyday tasks feel smarter. The camera quality is outstanding, and the Horizon Lock feature is amazing for capturing steady videos. The overall design feels premium and comfortable to use.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This product looks good and has great features
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Godofwar
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am using Galaxy Ai for photo editing and day to day searches. Privacy display is amazing. Phone seems great.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Amazing technology
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Marand28
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My new cellphone with all the optimized for "Galaxy IA"... so execited
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
An very well easy navigated device
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Neonfiretiger
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My Samsung Galaxy s26 Ultra finally came in. I'm so excited to get started on everything. With Galaxy AI on my phone, I will have a more pleasant and enjoyable experience. Thanks to Samsung for giving me the assistance of Galaxy Al. My days of trying to get stuff done will become shorter and I'll have more time for family and friends. Making them memorable moments that are a rare jewel. I had to instantly case and get accessories for my phone. To treasure the milestones.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Galaxy S26 Ultra: Best Upgrade Yet!
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: RAZER95
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've had the Galaxy S26 Ultra for just over a week now (picked it up right at launch), and honestly, it's been a fantastic daily driver. Coming from an S25 Ultra, the differences aren't night-and-day in every way, but the little refinements add up big time.
First off, the build feels noticeably slimmer and lighter—it's easier to hold one-handed during long Netflix sessions or while gaming. The 6.9-inch display is stunning as always, super bright outdoors, and that new Privacy Display is a game-changer. I commute on the train, and being able to tilt the screen privacy mode so nosy neighbors can't peek at my emails or texts? Super useful and feels like real innovation.
Performance is buttery smooth thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip—zero lag in multitasking, editing photos, or running demanding games like Genshin Impact. Battery lasts me all day with heavy use (streaming podcasts, YouTube, social media, and some work emails), and I love how Galaxy AI quietly makes things easier in the background. Photo Assist is smarter now for quick edits (removing photobombers or enhancing low-light shots).
Overall, if you're into a premium Android experience with top-tier productivity, media consumption, gaming, and creative tools, this is worth it. Galaxy AI really elevates the whole thing to feel more "future-proof." Highly recommend!
First off, the build feels noticeably slimmer and lighter—it's easier to hold one-handed during long Netflix sessions or while gaming. The 6.9-inch display is stunning as always, super bright outdoors, and that new Privacy Display is a game-changer. I commute on the train, and being able to tilt the screen privacy mode so nosy neighbors can't peek at my emails or texts? Super useful and feels like real innovation.
Performance is buttery smooth thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip—zero lag in multitasking, editing photos, or running demanding games like Genshin Impact. Battery lasts me all day with heavy use (streaming podcasts, YouTube, social media, and some work emails), and I love how Galaxy AI quietly makes things easier in the background. Photo Assist is smarter now for quick edits (removing photobombers or enhancing low-light shots).
Overall, if you're into a premium Android experience with top-tier productivity, media consumption, gaming, and creative tools, this is worth it. Galaxy AI really elevates the whole thing to feel more "future-proof." Highly recommend!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US