Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Black
Average customer rating
4.8
(12,246 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 12,246 reviews
5 Stars
10,746
4 Stars
1,212
3 Stars
181
2 Stars
42
1 Star
65
66%of customers recommend this product.
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80 out of
121)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Black
Customer Rating
5
Amazing flagship with everything you could want
on June 6, 2026
Posted by: Yesenia26
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Galaxy AI is a hit.
I’ve been using the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for a couple of weeks now, and honestly, it’s one of the best phones I’ve ever owned.
Pros:
✔️ Display is incredible – The screen is bright, super smooth, and looks amazing whether you're watching videos or scrolling. Definitely top-tier.
✔️ Camera is outstanding – Photos come out sharp and vibrant, and the zoom is seriously impressive. Night mode is also much better than previous models.
✔️ Super fast performance – No lag at all. Apps open instantly, and multitasking feels effortless. Great for gaming too.
✔️ Battery lasts all day – Even with heavy use, I rarely need to recharge before the end of the day. Fast charging is a big plus.
✔️ Premium feel – Solid build quality and sleek design. Feels like a true high-end device.
If you want the best of the best and don’t mind paying for it, the S26 Ultra delivers. It’s powerful, beautiful, and packed with features. Highly recommend for anyone upgrading from an older device or looking for a true flagship experience.
I’ve been using the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for a couple of weeks now, and honestly, it’s one of the best phones I’ve ever owned.
Pros:
✔️ Display is incredible – The screen is bright, super smooth, and looks amazing whether you're watching videos or scrolling. Definitely top-tier.
✔️ Camera is outstanding – Photos come out sharp and vibrant, and the zoom is seriously impressive. Night mode is also much better than previous models.
✔️ Super fast performance – No lag at all. Apps open instantly, and multitasking feels effortless. Great for gaming too.
✔️ Battery lasts all day – Even with heavy use, I rarely need to recharge before the end of the day. Fast charging is a big plus.
✔️ Premium feel – Solid build quality and sleek design. Feels like a true high-end device.
If you want the best of the best and don’t mind paying for it, the S26 Ultra delivers. It’s powerful, beautiful, and packed with features. Highly recommend for anyone upgrading from an older device or looking for a true flagship experience.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
S26 Ultra Review: Incredible Power, Room to Grow
on June 6, 2026
Posted by: Lavahehe
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been putting the S26 Ultra through its paces, and it is an absolute workhorse. The massive performance jump from the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip is no joke—the phone operates with zero hesitation, whether I'm aggressively multitasking between a dozen open apps or running demanding, maxed-out mobile games. It holds high framerates effortlessly, stays remarkably cool under a heavy load thanks to the upgraded vapor chamber, and the battery easily sails through a full day of heavy use. Plus, the slightly slimmer design and more rounded corners mean it finally feels comfortable to hold during long sessions.
My feelings on the new built-in Privacy Display option are a bit mixed, though. On one hand, it’s incredibly nice for total peace of mind when you're in public and want to block curious eyes from snooping on your screen. On the other hand, it definitely still has room to grow. Because it's a hardware-level filter baked into the screen, it restricts your viewing angles even when you don't want it to, causing the display to look a bit dim or washed out if the phone is just sitting off to the side on your desk while you try to look at it.
If you can look past the premium price tag and the giant camera array on the back, the raw power and fluid performance make it a joy to use every day, even if the new display tech needs a minor tweak in the next generation.
My feelings on the new built-in Privacy Display option are a bit mixed, though. On one hand, it’s incredibly nice for total peace of mind when you're in public and want to block curious eyes from snooping on your screen. On the other hand, it definitely still has room to grow. Because it's a hardware-level filter baked into the screen, it restricts your viewing angles even when you don't want it to, causing the display to look a bit dim or washed out if the phone is just sitting off to the side on your desk while you try to look at it.
If you can look past the premium price tag and the giant camera array on the back, the raw power and fluid performance make it a joy to use every day, even if the new display tech needs a minor tweak in the next generation.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Love It 4 Many Reasons
on June 6, 2026
Posted by: LadyDaLuv
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the new Galaxy! Very user friendly. I love the pen aureus that gives you easy editing and writing. I also live that the private screen comes with the phone.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Perfect Device for Work Tasks, Streaming Movies,
on June 6, 2026
Posted by: Lolyabu
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been using this phone for both work and entertainment, including movies and music, and it has been excellent. The performance is smooth, the battery lasts all day, and the display quality is impressive. It handles multitasking well and has been a reliable device for my daily needs.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The Pinnacle of Smartphones
on June 6, 2026
Posted by: GatadiFamily
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is the definitive smartphone of 2026, earning its place as an undisputed masterpiece. Samsung has delivered a clinic in refinement, matching raw power with revolutionary quality-of-life innovations.
At its heart, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset tears through demanding tasks and elite gaming with effortless grace, kept perfectly cool by an upgraded vapor chamber. The expansive 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel remains a vivid, anti-reflective marvel under direct sunlight. However, the true showstopper is the world-first hardware-level Privacy Display, elegantly obscuring the screen from wandering side-glances.
Mobile photography enters its golden age here. The 200MP main camera features a wider f/1.4 aperture that utterly transforms low-light imagery. Alongside the new All Lens On Prism (ALoP) telephoto system, the quad-array captures breathtaking, studio-grade detail at any distance.
With a slimmer 7.9mm chassis, an integrated S Pen, a robust 5,000mAh cell, and a record-fast 60W wired charging speed, it leaves no compromises. Backed by seven years of software support, the S26 Ultra doesn't just claim the throne—it rebuilds it. An absolute triumph of mobile engineering and our clear Choice Award winner.
At its heart, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset tears through demanding tasks and elite gaming with effortless grace, kept perfectly cool by an upgraded vapor chamber. The expansive 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel remains a vivid, anti-reflective marvel under direct sunlight. However, the true showstopper is the world-first hardware-level Privacy Display, elegantly obscuring the screen from wandering side-glances.
Mobile photography enters its golden age here. The 200MP main camera features a wider f/1.4 aperture that utterly transforms low-light imagery. Alongside the new All Lens On Prism (ALoP) telephoto system, the quad-array captures breathtaking, studio-grade detail at any distance.
With a slimmer 7.9mm chassis, an integrated S Pen, a robust 5,000mAh cell, and a record-fast 60W wired charging speed, it leaves no compromises. Backed by seven years of software support, the S26 Ultra doesn't just claim the throne—it rebuilds it. An absolute triumph of mobile engineering and our clear Choice Award winner.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
It is a good phone for work
on June 6, 2026
Posted by: MYLESTHEMIGHYY
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My samsung S26 ultra is a great phone for work I can speak from experience I've dropped my phone on its face a couple of times and not a scratch or dent I'm very impressed with this phone.
One of my favorite features is galaxy AI as it has greatly contributed to my daily life through exercise and the phone ecosystem it has made my life much easier.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great phone
on June 7, 2026
Posted by: Deremthig
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love phone easy to use durable i drop phone multiple no damage most phones screen would have cracked no complaints
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Battery Life
on June 7, 2026
Posted by: Crushing4you
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This phone is incredibly good. The camera features are very good and the pictures are very clear. I like the privacy display as well. I can now type messages, look at my bank account without prying eyes. And now the best part, the battery life on the S26 Ultra is like no other phone I ever had. This thing will last all day with constant charging. I can watch movies, listen to music, scroll social media and I will don't have to worry about the phone running out of charges. Samsung has created a powerful machine. Way to go Samsung.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US