Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Black
Average customer rating
4.9
(3,894 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 3,894 reviews
5 Stars
3,473
4 Stars
341
3 Stars
49
2 Stars
12
1 Star
19
68%of customers recommend this product.
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23 out of
34)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Black
Customer Rating
5
Awesome Product
on March 15, 2026
Posted by: Livelaughlove
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Just received the new s26 Ultra and am very impressed. I love the features, specifically the new Galaxy AI features and the overall feel of the phone.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
“The S26 Ultra Sets a New Standard for Smartphones
on March 15, 2026
Posted by: Jo94an92su2026
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for a few days now, and I’m genuinely impressed with the overall experience. Samsung has clearly refined many aspects of the Ultra lineup.
The display is absolutely stunning—bright, sharp, and incredibly smooth. Watching videos and browsing feels very immersive thanks to the excellent color accuracy and fluid refresh rate.
Performance has been outstanding so far. Apps open instantly, multitasking is seamless, and the device handles demanding tasks without any lag.
The camera system is another highlight. Photos come out incredibly detailed with excellent dynamic range, and low-light performance is noticeably improved. The zoom capabilities are especially impressive and very useful in everyday photography.
Battery life has also been reliable, easily lasting a full day with regular use.
Overall, the S26 Ultra delivers a true flagship experience. From performance and display quality to camera capabilities, Samsung has done a fantastic job with this device. Definitely one of the best smartphones I’ve used.
The display is absolutely stunning—bright, sharp, and incredibly smooth. Watching videos and browsing feels very immersive thanks to the excellent color accuracy and fluid refresh rate.
Performance has been outstanding so far. Apps open instantly, multitasking is seamless, and the device handles demanding tasks without any lag.
The camera system is another highlight. Photos come out incredibly detailed with excellent dynamic range, and low-light performance is noticeably improved. The zoom capabilities are especially impressive and very useful in everyday photography.
Battery life has also been reliable, easily lasting a full day with regular use.
Overall, the S26 Ultra delivers a true flagship experience. From performance and display quality to camera capabilities, Samsung has done a fantastic job with this device. Definitely one of the best smartphones I’ve used.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The best Samsung I've had in years.
on March 15, 2026
Posted by: Jakewavy
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been a lifelong Samsung user for almost 15 years. Every iteration seems like such a leap forward in innovation for the devices we hold in our pockets. Only having had my S26 Ultra a few days now, I can say with utmost confidence this is the best Samsung device I've ever owned: the snappy animations, reduced weight of the device since my last one, and all-around ease of use with beautiful, vibrant colors and a new industry standard for privacy built right into the phone using Privacy Display. This phone does everything I wanted to do and more with all the built-in AI features that have helped me. With writing assist in emails, and editing photos in an instant. This phone is everything I wanted and more I'm happy I chose Samsung many years ago and will continue for many years to come.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Optimized Productivity and Security with Galaxy AI
on March 15, 2026
Posted by: Sample
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Galaxy S26 Ultra represents a significant evolution in mobile hardware, specifically for professional environments where data security and task efficiency are paramount. The integration of Galaxy AI has streamlined my workflow; the new Agentic AI capabilities allow for seamless cross-application management that reduces the time spent on administrative tasks. It functions as a proactive digital assistant that anticipates scheduling needs and optimizes system resources in real-time.
From a hardware perspective, the Privacy Display is an essential feature for the modern professional. It provides the necessary security to review sensitive documents in public or high-traffic areas without compromising screen clarity for the primary user. Additionally, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor ensures that even the most demanding multitasking remains fluid and responsive.
The camera system also serves a professional purpose beyond simple photography. The 200MP main sensor and ProScaler processing deliver incredible detail for document scanning and architectural site captures, even in low-light conditions. The Horizontal Lock feature ensures that any field-recorded video remains level and stable, providing professional-grade results for remote presentations. This device is a comprehensive tool that balances sophisticated intelligence with elite performance.
From a hardware perspective, the Privacy Display is an essential feature for the modern professional. It provides the necessary security to review sensitive documents in public or high-traffic areas without compromising screen clarity for the primary user. Additionally, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor ensures that even the most demanding multitasking remains fluid and responsive.
The camera system also serves a professional purpose beyond simple photography. The 200MP main sensor and ProScaler processing deliver incredible detail for document scanning and architectural site captures, even in low-light conditions. The Horizontal Lock feature ensures that any field-recorded video remains level and stable, providing professional-grade results for remote presentations. This device is a comprehensive tool that balances sophisticated intelligence with elite performance.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Samsung S26 Ultra
on March 15, 2026
Posted by: Machine
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I thought the phone would have a different design, it has the camera just like the S24 and S25, it must have brought double flash, I don't fill the perspectives
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Love this Phonea
on March 15, 2026
Posted by: SamsungGalaxyLover
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been using Samsung since S7 Edge and I love the new S26 Ultra! I love the addition of privacy display and creative studio of Galaxy AI.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Powerful s26 ultra review
on March 15, 2026
Posted by: AirMar
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The s26 ultra has been a great device and I'm loving it to be honest. And I know it will continue to be great going forward. I've had every note since the note 3 to the note 20 ultra and everything S ultra series device since the s23 ultra. I still have the s25 ultra and I'm trading in my s24 ultra for the new s26 ultra. I got the purple and I'm really enjoying it. It's faster and smoother then the s25 ultra and the software so far I'm liking a lot better because there are some differences probably until the s25 ultra receives an update. It has plenty of AI features but the ones I like the best are Gemini chat assistant, I talk to it all the time and ask it plenty of questions. And of course circle to search. The s26 ultra has probably been my favorite phone so far and the battery life has been good so far and still learning my usage patterns but I wish it had a 5400 mah battery for a complete piece of mind.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
S26U for review
on March 15, 2026
Posted by: SimplyTwice2
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Ai is so simply intertwined in this phone it's unbelievable. The phone feels good in the hand and I'm excited to own the phone.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US