Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Black
Average customer rating
4.8
(12,286 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 12,286 reviews
5 Stars
10,776
4 Stars
1,223
3 Stars
180
2 Stars
42
1 Star
65
66%of customers recommend this product.
(
80 out of
121)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Black
Customer Rating
4
Phone is lighter n slick but SPen features gone
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Sanzz1
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] S26 ultra is thinner, lighter than orwvious ones and galaxy AI is improved than previous.
But S pen features are gone, cannot open camera nor click .
But S pen features are gone, cannot open camera nor click .
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Phone is lighter n slick but SPen features gone
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Sanzz1
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] S26 ultra is thinner, lighter than orwvious ones and galaxy AI is improved than previous.
But S pen features are gone, cannot open camera nor click .
But S pen features are gone, cannot open camera nor click .
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great performance, smooth and reliable device now!
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: YaMy09
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This device has been a great upgrade for my daily use. The performance is fast and smooth, allowing me to multitask easily between apps without any lag. I use it for everything—streaming movies, browsing social media, managing work tasks, and even light gaming—and it handles all of it effortlessly.
The display is bright, sharp, and includes a privacy-focused design that makes it harder for others to see your screen from the sides, which is very useful in public places. This gives me extra confidence when handling personal or work information on my phone.
Battery life is reliable and lasts through the day with regular use. One of my favorite features is Galaxy AI, which helps simplify tasks, improve productivity, and makes the overall experience feel more advanced and user-friendly.
The camera quality is excellent, capturing sharp and vibrant photos in different lighting conditions. Overall, this device offers a strong balance of performance, privacy, and useful features, making it a dependable and modern smartphone.
The display is bright, sharp, and includes a privacy-focused design that makes it harder for others to see your screen from the sides, which is very useful in public places. This gives me extra confidence when handling personal or work information on my phone.
Battery life is reliable and lasts through the day with regular use. One of my favorite features is Galaxy AI, which helps simplify tasks, improve productivity, and makes the overall experience feel more advanced and user-friendly.
The camera quality is excellent, capturing sharp and vibrant photos in different lighting conditions. Overall, this device offers a strong balance of performance, privacy, and useful features, making it a dependable and modern smartphone.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great phone
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Liquidsoap
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is one of the most incredible phones I've ever owned, and the AI is something special. I can create pictures out of nothing. They've outdone theirselves this time, 10 out of 10
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This product is fantastic
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: PlatinumKing
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a powerhouse that refines the ultra-premium experience with a focus on privacy and performance. The standout feature is the Privacy Display, a hardware-level innovation that obscures your screen from side-angle "shoulder surfers"—perfect for commuting or handling sensitive work.
Under the hood, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 delivers blistering speeds, paired with a massive 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel that remains the gold standard for brightness and clarity. Despite its size, the switch back to a refined aluminum frame makes the phone surprisingly lighter and thinner (7.9mm) than its predecessor, offering better ergonomics for one-handed use.
Key Highlights:
Cameras: The 200MP main sensor and 50MP 5x telephoto lens now feature wider apertures (f/1.4 and f/2.9), significantly boosting low-light performance and "Nightography" video.
Galaxy AI: New "Agentic AI" tools like Now Nudge offer proactive suggestions based on your screen context, while Photo Assist makes complex edits effortless.
Battery & Charging: The 5,000mAh cell easily lasts over a day, now supported by faster 60W wired charging.
While the camera bump is substantial and the Privacy Display slightly narrows viewing angles for intentional sharing, the S26 Ultra remains the best Android flagship for power users and creatives who demand the S Pen and top-tier optics.
Wonderful for work business/family affairs..for this product it's excellent; for day to day projects/tasks etc.
Under the hood, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 delivers blistering speeds, paired with a massive 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel that remains the gold standard for brightness and clarity. Despite its size, the switch back to a refined aluminum frame makes the phone surprisingly lighter and thinner (7.9mm) than its predecessor, offering better ergonomics for one-handed use.
Key Highlights:
Cameras: The 200MP main sensor and 50MP 5x telephoto lens now feature wider apertures (f/1.4 and f/2.9), significantly boosting low-light performance and "Nightography" video.
Galaxy AI: New "Agentic AI" tools like Now Nudge offer proactive suggestions based on your screen context, while Photo Assist makes complex edits effortless.
Battery & Charging: The 5,000mAh cell easily lasts over a day, now supported by faster 60W wired charging.
While the camera bump is substantial and the Privacy Display slightly narrows viewing angles for intentional sharing, the S26 Ultra remains the best Android flagship for power users and creatives who demand the S Pen and top-tier optics.
Wonderful for work business/family affairs..for this product it's excellent; for day to day projects/tasks etc.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This Galaxy S26 has the best AI photo editing
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: JaimeR2
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] When taking pictures to for example this vintage garden decorative statues, you use the AI editing feature to change the mood appearance of them; making them look more real and exactly to your personal mood preferences. The speed to navigate from screen to screen at the same time is super fast like never before!!
I highly recommend this new Samsung Galaxy S26 series.
I highly recommend this new Samsung Galaxy S26 series.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The phone feels good in my hands, I like the desig
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Shopcris
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really love the direct translator in the messaging apps and the translator on the Samsung keyboard.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The phone is perfect
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Myphone
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (released March 11, 2026) is a powerhouse flagship that prioritizes privacy and "agentic" software over a radical redesign. Its standout hardware feature is the Privacy Display, which uses "Flex MagicPixel" technology to block side-angle viewing at the touch of a button—perfect for commuters. This year, Galaxy AI has evolved from simple tools into a proactive assistant; features like Now Nudge automatically surface relevant photos or calendar events during chats, while the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 allows the AI to perform multi-step tasks across different apps. With a brighter f/1.4 main camera for superior night shots and a long-awaited jump to 65W fast charging, it remains the ultimate choice for users who want the smartest, most secure phone on the market.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US