Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(17,930 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 17,930 reviews
5 Stars
15,664
4 Stars
1,796
3 Stars
283
2 Stars
82
1 Star
105
64%of customers recommend this product.
(
105 out of
165)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
Why I chose the S26 Ultra
on October 7, 2026
Posted by: OLRED88
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I chose the S26 Ultra because I needed a phone with an amazing camera. Having kids in middle school and high school means you need a quality phone with a great camera. This phone has it all!!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Makes me feel at home
on October 7, 2026
Posted by: nobarkchip
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I chose this device because its what I am most comfortable with. It offers great reliability, speed and its appearance is pure quality. I really enjoy the S Pen, giving me the option to take notes with a pen or just doodle when I am bored. All around, this device helps me with my daily activities and it never slows me down, only helps save me time.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
on October 7, 2026
Posted by: MELI2026
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am in love with my S26. I chose the S26 Ultra for the cameras. Although I use my s26 for everything. I stream videos and shows that like to watch. I also have zoom meetings and work from my phone alot. Play my games. I take pics of everything. So far this phone is just amazing. The battery lasts all day long for me. I feel like there is nothing I can't do on my S26 Ultra.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Absolute powerhouse — top-tier performance!
on October 7, 2026
Posted by: KingMA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)
Review Title: Absolute powerhouse — top-tier performance, display, and charging!
Review:
I upgraded to the Galaxy S26 Ultra (US unlocked model) after using previous Ultra flagships, and Samsung genuinely nailed the everyday refinements.
* Display & Build: The 6.9-inch screen is gorgeous. The anti-reflective Gorilla Armor glass makes outdoor visibility effortless in direct sunlight, and the built-in Privacy Display is brilliant when checking sensitive info in public. The chassis feels perfectly balanced and durable.
* Performance & Network: Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, multitasking, Dex, and Galaxy AI tools run with zero lag. 5G connectivity and call clarity across US carrier bands have been rock-solid.
* Camera: The 200MP sensor and refined low-light processing capture sharp, natural photos without harsh over-sharpening. The new Horizon Lock video stabilization acts like a built-in gimbal.
* Battery & 60W Charging: It easily lasts through a demanding workday, but the 60W wired charging upgrade is the real standout—reaching roughly 75% in about 30 minutes makes quick top-offs seamless.
* S Pen: Having the integrated stylus ready for quick notes, signing forms, and precise edits remains unmatched.
If you need a reliable workhorse for productivity and top-tier photography, the S26 Ultra is the undisputed leader. Highly recommended!
Review Title: Absolute powerhouse — top-tier performance, display, and charging!
Review:
I upgraded to the Galaxy S26 Ultra (US unlocked model) after using previous Ultra flagships, and Samsung genuinely nailed the everyday refinements.
* Display & Build: The 6.9-inch screen is gorgeous. The anti-reflective Gorilla Armor glass makes outdoor visibility effortless in direct sunlight, and the built-in Privacy Display is brilliant when checking sensitive info in public. The chassis feels perfectly balanced and durable.
* Performance & Network: Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, multitasking, Dex, and Galaxy AI tools run with zero lag. 5G connectivity and call clarity across US carrier bands have been rock-solid.
* Camera: The 200MP sensor and refined low-light processing capture sharp, natural photos without harsh over-sharpening. The new Horizon Lock video stabilization acts like a built-in gimbal.
* Battery & 60W Charging: It easily lasts through a demanding workday, but the 60W wired charging upgrade is the real standout—reaching roughly 75% in about 30 minutes makes quick top-offs seamless.
* S Pen: Having the integrated stylus ready for quick notes, signing forms, and precise edits remains unmatched.
If you need a reliable workhorse for productivity and top-tier photography, the S26 Ultra is the undisputed leader. Highly recommended!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I love this phone!
on October 7, 2026
Posted by: Cherry
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I chose the S26 ultra because of all its features. The camera is amazing on it. I love to play games, watch movies, and social media.
I also use it for work. It is a amazing!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This product has great features
on October 7, 2026
Posted by: George
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I chose samsung for gaming it is amazing has great features great resolution very reliable I would recommend this phone.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Phone has exceptional features
on October 7, 2026
Posted by: Tech949
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I chose to buy the ultra 26 for it's camera and fast search engine. The phones capabilities improve with every new update.
Updates to the software and one ui have added new features to existing apps. The camera has begin the biggest reason that I chose the galaxy s26 ultra. The vibrancy of the colors and the details in the pictures that I take keep me reach for my s26 ultra.
Updates to the software and one ui have added new features to existing apps. The camera has begin the biggest reason that I chose the galaxy s26 ultra. The vibrancy of the colors and the details in the pictures that I take keep me reach for my s26 ultra.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Best of the "S" series thus far!
on October 7, 2026
Posted by: BerniB
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung S26 Ultra has been a great fit for me. While my laptop has its place, I live most of my life on this phone as I am in my car more than I am not. I utilize just about all the features, including the "S" Pen. The talk-to-text is amazing. It hears what I am saying the first time. Rarely a correction needed. The camera is fantastic! I take lots of pictures for our motorcycle group using a remote selfie stick and/or tripod. Many of these are while I am on the back of the bike. I go live on facebook and instagram seamlessly. I may need to emphasize a color here and there, but not too much. Same with videos, easy to adjust and cut the majority of the time. It has a great zoom as well. Honestly, the main reason I chose the Samsung S26 Ultra was because of the camera and it did not disappoint. I purchased a good case for it, one that covers all the lenses. I really can't think of a negative, although I feel like I need one so this doesn't sound like a paid review. All and all very happy with my purchase. (Until the next release anyway.)
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US