Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26+ 256GB - Cobalt Violet (AT&T)
Average customer rating
4.8
(489 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 489 reviews
5 Stars
425
4 Stars
55
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
2
1 Star
2
100%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26+ 256GB - Cobalt Violet (AT&T)
Customer Rating
5
Best Galaxy s+ model yet!
on March 30, 2026
Posted by: Jstone311
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have owned pretty much one of every series of galaxy smartphone. The new s26+ is a perfect blend of all of them. It has a premium feel but is light. It has a nice finish and color too it and the aluminum gives it that little bit extra. The Galaxy AI has been integrated even better on this model and is very useful in every day tasks and work related projects. Not sure how they will top this one next year, but I am sure they will!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Happy with i'm on a galaxy S26+
on April 1, 2026
Posted by: GalaxyAnt
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm super happy with the phone I haven't had a problem with it And I've had it for about 1.5 months, a week after it came out. If the phone battery stays this good, I won't ever switch to another phone Brand
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
S26+ is Good!
on April 7, 2026
Posted by: HappyShopper
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my new S26+. It is lightening fast.! Definitely faster than my A54. The size of the phone is perfect for texting. Some phones are just too big. I am also amazed with the Galaxy AI. It does just about everything! Samsung, created an awesome phone with all the bells and whistles Samsung typically has. The sound is superior as well. 😊
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I love the camera
on April 7, 2026
Posted by: Highlighter
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Since it is currently April 2026, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has likely been in your hands for a few weeks! If you're looking to share your thoughts on a retail site or social media, here are three different templates ranging from "tech enthusiast" to "short and sweet."
Option 1: The "Balanced Pro" (Best for tech sites)
Headline: The perfect middle ground in the S26 lineup.
"I’ve been using the S26+ for two weeks now, and it feels like the sweet spot for most people. The 6.7-inch display is stunningly bright, and the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (or Exynos equivalent) makes multitasking feel instantaneous.
Pros: Battery life easily lasts a full day even with heavy 5G use; the new AI camera features actually make a difference in low-light shots.
Cons: It’s still quite a large phone to use one-handed.
If you don't need the Ultra’s 100x zoom or the S-Pen, this is the one to get."
Option 2: The "Lifestyle User" (Best for casual reviews)
Headline: Fantastic upgrade!
"Upgraded from an older model and I’m blown away by how light and sleek the S26+ feels. The screen is gorgeous—videos look incredible. I’m particularly impressed with the battery charging speed this year; it gets me back to 80% so much faster than my old phone. The camera takes beautiful, natural-looking photos without much effort. Highly recommend!"
Option 1: The "Balanced Pro" (Best for tech sites)
Headline: The perfect middle ground in the S26 lineup.
"I’ve been using the S26+ for two weeks now, and it feels like the sweet spot for most people. The 6.7-inch display is stunningly bright, and the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (or Exynos equivalent) makes multitasking feel instantaneous.
Pros: Battery life easily lasts a full day even with heavy 5G use; the new AI camera features actually make a difference in low-light shots.
Cons: It’s still quite a large phone to use one-handed.
If you don't need the Ultra’s 100x zoom or the S-Pen, this is the one to get."
Option 2: The "Lifestyle User" (Best for casual reviews)
Headline: Fantastic upgrade!
"Upgraded from an older model and I’m blown away by how light and sleek the S26+ feels. The screen is gorgeous—videos look incredible. I’m particularly impressed with the battery charging speed this year; it gets me back to 80% so much faster than my old phone. The camera takes beautiful, natural-looking photos without much effort. Highly recommend!"
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Enjoying new features
on April 8, 2026
Posted by: MySamsungReviews
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Upgraded from the s22 plus. I did not realize the plus option did not include the privacy display option the ultra offers. I am still happy with the purchase. I am learning how to use Galaxy AI to enhance my experience with my phone usage.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Galaxy S26+ was worth the wait
on April 9, 2026
Posted by: Rxrider
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is the best Samsung phone I've ever has and I started with the S5 years ago. This has so much more to offer including the Samsung AI that is simply amazing. This phone makes everyday tasks easier. Thanks Samsung for another great product that make life better.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
2026 Phone
on April 9, 2026
Posted by: Hayley
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the Galexy AI. It will answer my phone for me and take messages. Love the Samsung Pass where I can secure anything from passkeys, passwords, bank cards, identification and more. Samsung has many apps that other stores do not. The S26+ is lightening fast with 256 gigs of data. You should buy the new S26+
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Nice phone
on April 9, 2026
Posted by: PlusFamilyForTheWin
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have had my S26+ about a month and so far everything is going well. Honestly, I was considering the Ultra, but pricing and trade in values led me to stay in the S+ family,which in many respects isn't a bad thing. The size is a bit more pocketable, and it isn't missing many features of its upperclassmen. Charging is plenty fast enough at 45w wired and 20w wireless. The cameras take really good photos, even in lower light situations,although, I can't tell that they look any better than they did on my S25+. The Galaxy AI editor in the Gallery is nicely done. I haven't really messed with Bixby on any of my Samsung devices, as I prefer Google Assistant, even over Gemini. Bixby might be a contender if it were a choice between it and Gemini. The only more graphically intensive game I have tried (Destiny Rising), ran smoothly. I did try the Samsung text message app on my S25+ when Verizon pulled the plug on theirs, but ultimately went with Google Messages and chose to stay with it going into my S26+, as it seems more robust. Pair that with the fact that it isn't limited to the Samsung ecosphere and I can take it with me to other Android devices, makes it a tad better. The only real perplexing moment is why Perplexity came pre-installed? Anyway to sum things up, this being my second S+, I am satisfied with my experience. Were the upgrades earth-shattering, no, but the Ultra didn't offer enough extras to leave the S+ family either, so there's that.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US