Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(13,395 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 13,395 reviews
5 Stars
11,698
4 Stars
1,350
3 Stars
208
2 Stars
55
1 Star
84
65%of customers recommend this product.
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92 out of
142)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
My S 26 Ultra
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: Mistery2C
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I switched from an I Phone, I researched for a new phone for a long time. My phone service was offering a nice deal. I tried the deal and I am so glad I did. The Samsung S 26 Ultra offers alot as far as accessories and options. I love the privacy screen option also the easy set up. The phone is very fast and no lagging at all. I am very satisfied with my phone! I also received a watch and tablet and I am happy with all of it! It does cost a lot to have an I phone and I am loving my Samsung, it does just as much as my old phone if not more! Great job on this Phone,
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
So far so good
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: Technerd
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Just came from a Google pixel 9 pro xl and everything works. Videos look great and the privacy display mode works great. I will say the that the buttons and swapped and that will take some time to get use too but so far so good.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
NEW S26 ULTRA
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: 8675309
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm loving it! I replaced my s22 ultra and it's like I still have everything from before but just as I should expect I have a ton more cool stuff with the s26 ultra. The Galaxy AI assistance is the bomb!.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I loved this product, it is the best Galaxy series
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: Aidan789
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Personally, it is an excellent phone, many improvements after the S23 Ultra, which was undoubtedly one of the best in its years and still is, the S26 Ultra is already top 1 above many brands, it will always be my number 1 mark in almost everything. My Galaxy phone I use for almost everything, very essential, practical and comfortable for everything I do in my daily routine, 10/10 for me is the best phone of 2026, congratulations from a super fan of the brand.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
This product has good features
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: Dragon73
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So far I like the S26 Ultra. Definitely could have used a bigger battery capacity. The privacy screen is nice. Gaming is great. Overall a good phone but definitely need Bluetooth back in the s pen and more battery life.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic photo features
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: RBphotobug
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been a galaxy fan for quite some time, and this did not disappoint. The camera is my primary interest and I'm loving all the options I can utilize on my S26 ultra and am still discovering the variety of features available! The photo editor works even better than my S22 ultra, especially with removal of shadows and reflections.
The physical size of the phone is perfect for me and easy to navigate. Battery life is amazing. I'm glad they kept the stylus, but wish it still had the remote feature on it. I used that when taking group photos.
As far as privacy features, the facial recognition works very well; better than my previous phone. I love the option of the privacy screen and that I can personalize when to use it, but I honestly haven't played with it enough to have an opinion.
I'm not as techy as some people and Galaxy has made this very user friendly which I appreciate. A friend of mine also has this phone who is very technical, and he is really happy with the upgrades this offers. Very versatile for both ends of the spectrum.
Overall it does what it advertised and performs it smoothly!
The physical size of the phone is perfect for me and easy to navigate. Battery life is amazing. I'm glad they kept the stylus, but wish it still had the remote feature on it. I used that when taking group photos.
As far as privacy features, the facial recognition works very well; better than my previous phone. I love the option of the privacy screen and that I can personalize when to use it, but I honestly haven't played with it enough to have an opinion.
I'm not as techy as some people and Galaxy has made this very user friendly which I appreciate. A friend of mine also has this phone who is very technical, and he is really happy with the upgrades this offers. Very versatile for both ends of the spectrum.
Overall it does what it advertised and performs it smoothly!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
A Genuinely Impressive Phone
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: TechEnthusiastS2026
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] After using the Galaxy S26 Ultra, this has become the most capable device I have used.
The 6.9-inch AMOLED display is stunning — crisp, vivid, and a pleasure to use daily. The Privacy Display feature narrows the viewing angle automatically when typing passwords or opening sensitive apps, which adds real peace of mind in public.
Galaxy AI is where this phone stands apart in daily life. In the morning, Now Nudge surfaces relevant information before I even think to search for it. Throughout the day, I use it to proofread notes, edit photos by simply typing what I want changed, and summarize long documents in seconds. It genuinely reduces the number of steps needed to get things done.
Camera performance is outstanding. The wider f/1.4 aperture delivers noticeably sharper low-light shots, and the AI photo editing tools are practical rather than gimmicky.
Performance is flawless. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 handles everything without slowdown. The aluminum frame and reduced weight make it feel refined in hand, and the S Pen remains a great productivity companion.
The large size can make one-handed use a stretch, but that is a minor trade-off for everything this phone offers. A clear choice for anyone wanting the best Android experience available.
The 6.9-inch AMOLED display is stunning — crisp, vivid, and a pleasure to use daily. The Privacy Display feature narrows the viewing angle automatically when typing passwords or opening sensitive apps, which adds real peace of mind in public.
Galaxy AI is where this phone stands apart in daily life. In the morning, Now Nudge surfaces relevant information before I even think to search for it. Throughout the day, I use it to proofread notes, edit photos by simply typing what I want changed, and summarize long documents in seconds. It genuinely reduces the number of steps needed to get things done.
Camera performance is outstanding. The wider f/1.4 aperture delivers noticeably sharper low-light shots, and the AI photo editing tools are practical rather than gimmicky.
Performance is flawless. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 handles everything without slowdown. The aluminum frame and reduced weight make it feel refined in hand, and the S Pen remains a great productivity companion.
The large size can make one-handed use a stretch, but that is a minor trade-off for everything this phone offers. A clear choice for anyone wanting the best Android experience available.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The Ultimate Powerhouse Phone
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: Pnatic
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I just upgraded to the S26 Ultra and it's easily the best phone I've owned. The new Privacy Display is a game-changer for when I'm out in public, and the phone feels much lighter and more comfortable in my hand compared to the older models. The performance is super fast, and the battery life has been holding up great all day. If you're on the fence, definitely go for it!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US