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
Galaxy S26 Ultra... Great phone!
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: BZGIVMX
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using the Galaxy S26 Ultra for a while now, and overall I’m satisfied with it. It feels very similar to the S25, so if you already have that model, there might not be a huge reason to upgrade—though the new privacy display is a nice touch.
The build quality is excellent, and the battery lasts even longer than the S25, which is a pleasant surprise. Photos and videos are still top-notch, and the new Galaxy AI features really stand out, especially when editing pictures—it makes enhancing and customizing shots much easier and more intuitive.
For anyone coming from the S24 or older models, the S26 Ultra is definitely worth considering. My only small gripe is that I miss the Bluetooth pen connection from the S24 for taking pictures—it was a convenient feature that’s not available here.
All in all, it’s a solid, premium phone that delivers what you’d expect, with thoughtful improvements and some smart Galaxy AI enhancements that make using it more enjoyable.
The build quality is excellent, and the battery lasts even longer than the S25, which is a pleasant surprise. Photos and videos are still top-notch, and the new Galaxy AI features really stand out, especially when editing pictures—it makes enhancing and customizing shots much easier and more intuitive.
For anyone coming from the S24 or older models, the S26 Ultra is definitely worth considering. My only small gripe is that I miss the Bluetooth pen connection from the S24 for taking pictures—it was a convenient feature that’s not available here.
All in all, it’s a solid, premium phone that delivers what you’d expect, with thoughtful improvements and some smart Galaxy AI enhancements that make using it more enjoyable.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Galaxy S26 Ultra... Great phone!
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: BZGIVMX
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using the Galaxy S26 Ultra for a while now, and overall I’m satisfied with it. It feels very similar to the S25, so if you already have that model, there might not be a huge reason to upgrade—though the new privacy display is a nice touch.
The build quality is excellent, and the battery lasts even longer than the S25, which is a pleasant surprise. Photos and videos are still top-notch, and the new Galaxy AI features really stand out, especially when editing pictures—it makes enhancing and customizing shots much easier and more intuitive.
For anyone coming from the S24 or older models, the S26 Ultra is definitely worth considering. My only small gripe is that I miss the Bluetooth pen connection from the S24 for taking pictures—it was a convenient feature that’s not available here.
All in all, it’s a solid, premium phone that delivers what you’d expect, with thoughtful improvements and some smart Galaxy AI enhancements that make using it more enjoyable.
The build quality is excellent, and the battery lasts even longer than the S25, which is a pleasant surprise. Photos and videos are still top-notch, and the new Galaxy AI features really stand out, especially when editing pictures—it makes enhancing and customizing shots much easier and more intuitive.
For anyone coming from the S24 or older models, the S26 Ultra is definitely worth considering. My only small gripe is that I miss the Bluetooth pen connection from the S24 for taking pictures—it was a convenient feature that’s not available here.
All in all, it’s a solid, premium phone that delivers what you’d expect, with thoughtful improvements and some smart Galaxy AI enhancements that make using it more enjoyable.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This Product has amazing features best phone I've
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: thechosenone
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use this S26 Ultra every single day — for work, streaming videos, handling my routine, all of it — and it hasn’t let me down once. The phone is fast, the screen is crazy clear, and the battery holds up no matter how much I’m on it.
What I really like is the Galaxy AI. It actually helps with real-life stuff — organizing things, writing, searching, and making my day smoother without me having to think about it. It’s just built into the flow.
Overall, this phone does everything I need and then some. Reliable, powerful, and perfect for everyday use.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Another awesome phone
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: cmossboss
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been a samsung galaxy user for a long time. I have always has a Note/Ultra due to the size of my hands.
I am always amazes at the quality of the camera that are equipped in the device. The clarity thay produce has allowed me to do client photos without the use of an SLR camera. An the use of galaxy Ai to help identify obscure items on a jobsite has been indispensable.
The translation features have helped me in business meetings when the there may not br a human translator present or when catching up with an acquaintance who has rough time translating certain words. But be careful as some languages translate better than others.
The main reason that I upgraded to the S26 ultra is for the new privacy features. I travel alot and I hate privacy films that make it difficult for mr to use my screen.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
A hybrid between plus and ultra
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: phoebs22
This S26 Ultra is a great improvement by size and weight. The privacy feature is great if you are in great lighting and crowded area otherwise it is better to turn it off because it causes blurry image around the edges.
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Upgrade from S22 Plus
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: Galaxylover
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So far I'm really happy with the upgrade. The new Galaxy AI integratiom has been a cool feature over time we'll see how helpful it is. The responsiveness of the screen is great. The privacy screen is a cool feature. I do think it's vividness is a little more dull but overall pretty happy.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Ultra phone to get the work done
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: Ultraman
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the screen, the keyboard is the right size for typing. The cameras are excellent with the different zoom options. The versatility of the camera makes it a powerful capture device. The phone is fast and smooth in running all the apps. Galaxy AI companion is very helpful for me in fixing photos in post.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
1
Horrible display panel
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: humour412
from MD
Display panel with new hardware tech to accommodate a privacy display feature causes very visible shimmering / fuzziness around characters or icons for example. Very uncomfortable to read any type of text. Phone was returned.
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 23, 2026
Hey Humour412, we appreciate you sharing your feedback on your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. We know how important the clear viewing of your display is to you for prolonged usage, and being able to read your texts, emails, and additional materials. The new Privacy Display settings can be adjusted to only enable for specific apps and notifications to help you customize your experience for brightness and clarity you are seeking. We have provided a link to the Samsung Support Team for your convenience to assist you any time you have questions about your Samsung products. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US