Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Sky Blue (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(18,043 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 18,043 reviews
5 Stars
15,755
4 Stars
1,816
3 Stars
285
2 Stars
82
1 Star
105
64%of customers recommend this product.
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106 out of
166)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Sky Blue (Verizon)
Customer Rating
4
great camera. lightweight but missing...
on September 7, 2026
Posted by: TriciaW
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] great camera. lightweight. love the white color. but the s-pen popped out and broke. the lack of features the s-pen has is upsetting so I wasn't even that upset it broke. the privacy display is the only reason I upgraded from the S24 ultra.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
S26 ultra phone
on September 7, 2026
Posted by: Brosef
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Phone is amazing. Could be a lot better if the Bluetooth function wasn't removed from the s pen, larger battery capacity wouldve been nice.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Best overall smartphone
on September 7, 2026
Posted by: DutchintheUSA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve had plenty of smartphones over the years, but when it was time to replace my previous phone, I wanted something that felt like a genuine upgrade rather than simply buying the newest model because it was new. That’s why I chose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. And after using it, I can honestly say I’m glad I did.
There were several reasons I went for the Ultra rather than another smartphone. First and foremost, I wanted a phone that could do pretty much everything without compromises. I use my phone for browsing, email, social media, photography, videos, shopping, managing websites, and plenty of everyday tasks.
I also wanted a large, beautiful display. The Ultra's screen is one of the main reasons I chose it. It's bright, sharp, smooth and extremely comfortable for reading websites, watching YouTube videos and working with apps. After spending hours looking at a phone, having a great display really does make a difference.
Then there are the cameras. I'm not a professional photographer, but I want a camera that I can simply point at something and know I'll get a good picture.
I also wanted a large, beautiful display. The Ultra's screen is one of the main reasons I chose it. It's bright, sharp, smooth and extremely comfortable for reading websites, watching YouTube videos and working with apps. After spending hours looking at a phone, having a great display really does make a difference.
Then there are the cameras. I'm not a professional photographer, but I want a camera that I can simply point at something and know I'll get a good picture.
About the design, the phone feels like a premium device from the moment you pick it up. It's large, solid and beautifully made.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
3
Really don't like how the camera protruding out
on September 7, 2026
Posted by: Billly
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A lot of times it takes forever for to open an app or even a photo, not sure why it continues to keep doing it, I researched the causes but couldn't find any of them that applies to this phone. The way the camera protrudes out of the case doesn't allow the phone to lay flat and if placed on an elevated surface it could slide possibly off of it.
Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, September 8, 2026
Hey Billly, thank you for sharing your thoughts about your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We understand how distressing it can be when your device is not operating as intended or expected. We have provided a link to an article to help you maximize the speed of your device at your convenience. We have also shared a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you if you believe your device is not operating as intended, or you are interested in exploring protective accessories to provide the experience with the camera lenses you may be seeking. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Has awesome features
on September 7, 2026
Posted by: Ryalee
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Review: The Zenith of Mobile Engineering or an Iterative Exercise?
The smartphone market has reached an interesting precipice. For years, the annual hardware cycle was defined by breakneck transformations—double-digit performance leaps, dramatic camera count escalations, and wild, experimental form factors. Today, we live in an era of refinement. When a company holds the crown for producing one of the most comprehensive mobile powerhouses on the planet, each subsequent release is less about reinventing the wheel and more about perfecting its rotation. Enter the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.
Carrying the heavy mantle of the "Ultra" moniker, this device steps into an arena where consumers expect absolute perfection across every measurable metric. It must handle grueling multi-hour gaming marathons, act as a professional-grade pocket cinema, function as a reliable productivity workstation with the embedded S Pen, and survive punishing daily routines without breaking a sweat. Having spent an intensive two weeks putting Samsung’s premier flagship through its paces, a nuanced picture emerges. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is not a reinvention of the smartphone; rather, it is a masterclass in polish, efficiency, and industrial design maturity.
Design and Ergonomics: The Subtle Evolution of Comfort
The physical architecture of the Ultra series has undergone a continuous identity crisis over the last few generations, shifting back and forth between sharply squared-off
The smartphone market has reached an interesting precipice. For years, the annual hardware cycle was defined by breakneck transformations—double-digit performance leaps, dramatic camera count escalations, and wild, experimental form factors. Today, we live in an era of refinement. When a company holds the crown for producing one of the most comprehensive mobile powerhouses on the planet, each subsequent release is less about reinventing the wheel and more about perfecting its rotation. Enter the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.
Carrying the heavy mantle of the "Ultra" moniker, this device steps into an arena where consumers expect absolute perfection across every measurable metric. It must handle grueling multi-hour gaming marathons, act as a professional-grade pocket cinema, function as a reliable productivity workstation with the embedded S Pen, and survive punishing daily routines without breaking a sweat. Having spent an intensive two weeks putting Samsung’s premier flagship through its paces, a nuanced picture emerges. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is not a reinvention of the smartphone; rather, it is a masterclass in polish, efficiency, and industrial design maturity.
Design and Ergonomics: The Subtle Evolution of Comfort
The physical architecture of the Ultra series has undergone a continuous identity crisis over the last few generations, shifting back and forth between sharply squared-off
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Will always love Samsung
on September 7, 2026
Posted by: Samsung4Life
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I upgraded from the S24 Ultra to the S26 Ultra. I received my phone the day of the drop. Really no major issues but have had a few hiccups with the screen just not letting me do anything for a couple of seconds would be completely black, or I can close an app and the video sound would be still playing in the background. Only way to turn it off is to restart the phone. Other than that I'm still happy with my phone.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This product is amazing, so many things i can do o
on September 7, 2026
Posted by: Yolis3
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I chose my Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra; it's an amazing product, and everything on my phone is amazing. I can so many things i can design on it; the quality is incredible, the battery the screen i love it 100%.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Galaxy S26 Ultra Review (vs. S26 Plus)
on September 7, 2026
Posted by: Jason78
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Galaxy S26 Ultra
Here is an updated breakdown of the pros and cons, written from the perspective of someone who owns and uses both the Ultra and Plus models side by side:
Pros:
Pros:
Built-in S Pen: Essential for precise notes, sketching, and remote camera control.
Top-Tier Cameras: 200\text{MP} sensor with wide apertures (F1.4 main, F2.9 5\times telephoto) for superior low-light shots and long-range zoom.
Privacy Display: Hardware-level angle blocking keeps sensitive apps hidden from onlookers.
Faster Charging: 60\text{W} wired charging (75\% in ~30 min) and Qi2 25\text{W} wireless support.
Cons:
Bulk & Weight: Larger 6.9-inch footprint makes one-handed use tiring.
Cons:
Bulk & Weight: Larger 6.9-inch footprint makes one-handed use tiring.
Display Trade-off: The privacy filter slightly reduces front-facing clarity and peak brightness compared to standard AMOLED panels
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US