Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(13,398 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 13,398 reviews
5 Stars
11,699
4 Stars
1,352
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
Love the Privacy screen feature!
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: dolphins04
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This phone is great! I got the S26 Ultra in Cobalt Violet. I love the stylus! The camera feature is great as well! I love that I can zoom in and it will not lose focus.
I love how easy it was to transfer everything from the old one to the new one.
So far everythings great!
Now to the negative.
The color is hinting more blue than violet, which isnt that big of a deal, I just hoped it was more purple than blue.
The color is hinting more blue than violet, which isnt that big of a deal, I just hoped it was more purple than blue.
One thing I DISLIKED was that samsung messages was not available on this phone. It was not preinstalled and it is NOT available in the galaxy store to download. Bring it back!!!! I prefer that method waaaaay better than google messages! Bring back samsung messages!
Other than those 2 things, this phone is great. Like my 24 but better. The screen just seems more vibrant and it responds a lot faster! Love my S26 Ultra!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great update!
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: GalaxyYiyi
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've upgraded from an S24+ to the S26 Ultra, and I'm very happy with it! I love the new design and colors. Some of the new features I've been playing with for the past 24h and I love the new Galaxy AI, the privacy mode and (In my case) the S pen.
As always transfering everything from one Galaxy to the other was very smooth! And I've been using extra hours to organize everything again, the batteries life is great and it charges really fast.
I'm a loyal customer for a reason, and I can't wait to see how it will improve my daily routines.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
this product is way better than the older version
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: love2shop
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] the galaxy ai is a lot better than the older version. a lot more convenient to use and I like the features
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Galaxy AI Changes Everything — This Phone Does It
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: DrTechWA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] After upgrading to the Galaxy S26 Ultra, I genuinely cannot imagine going back. Galaxy AI is the real star of the show, features like Now Nudge and Photo Assist with natural language prompts make daily tasks feel effortless. The AI anticipates what I need before I even ask for it, and that level of intelligence integrated into the phone feels like a genuine leap forward, not just a marketing term.
The camera is outstanding. The 200MP wide lens with the wider F1.4 aperture captures incredible detail even in low light, and Nightography video keeps footage sharp and vibrant in conditions where my old phone would have struggled. I shoot a lot of video and the upgraded Super Steady with horizontal lock is a game changer for smooth, cinematic shots on the go.
Performance is seamless. Everything loads instantly, multitasking is buttery smooth, and the redesigned cooling system keeps the device running without any heat throttling even during extended use.
The built-in Privacy Display is something I did not expect to love as much as I do. Being able to hide my screen from side angles in public without a bulky privacy screen protector is brilliant. It works exactly as advertised and gives real peace of mind in crowded spaces.
This is the most complete smartphone I have ever owned. Five stars without hesitation.
The camera is outstanding. The 200MP wide lens with the wider F1.4 aperture captures incredible detail even in low light, and Nightography video keeps footage sharp and vibrant in conditions where my old phone would have struggled. I shoot a lot of video and the upgraded Super Steady with horizontal lock is a game changer for smooth, cinematic shots on the go.
Performance is seamless. Everything loads instantly, multitasking is buttery smooth, and the redesigned cooling system keeps the device running without any heat throttling even during extended use.
The built-in Privacy Display is something I did not expect to love as much as I do. Being able to hide my screen from side angles in public without a bulky privacy screen protector is brilliant. It works exactly as advertised and gives real peace of mind in crowded spaces.
This is the most complete smartphone I have ever owned. Five stars without hesitation.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great Upgrade
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: GalaxyYiyi
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm enjoying the new features of the S26 Ultra, especially the Galaxy AI it's intuitive and a great assistant. As always, transfering everything from one Galaxy to another. So far, I have been giving it an extra hours of use because I'm re-log in and organizing everything and the battery is doing great. It also charges very fast! I enjoy the slim design and the privacy mode!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great Upgrade
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: GalaxyYiyi
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm enjoying the new features of the S26 Ultra, especially the Galaxy AI it's intuitive and a great assistant. As always, transfering everything from one Galaxy to another. So far, I have been giving it an extra hours of use because I'm re-log in and organizing everything and the battery is doing great. It also charges very fast! I enjoy the slim design and the privacy mode!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great update if you coming from the S24 Ultra
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: ICSniper
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This device offers a truly remarkable user experience, exceeding expectations in numerous aspects. Its performance is exceptionally smooth, the tasking is effortless. the display is a visual impressive, providing an immersive and delightful viewing experience for all content. Overall, it stands out as a premium and highly capable piece of technology.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Next Level AI and Camera Performance.
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Anonymous
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I upgraded to the new Galaxy S26 Ultra on launch day, and as someone who has been upgrading the Ultra series every year for more than 10 years, this device truly feels like a big step forward. The new Galaxy AI features make everyday tasks much easier and faster, especially when editing photos, organizing content, and using smart suggestions throughout the phone.
The camera is outstanding. Photos are incredibly sharp, colors look natural, and the zoom performance is impressive. It performs very well in both bright daylight and low-light situations, making it reliable for capturing important moments.
One feature I really appreciate is the privacy display. It adds an extra layer of security when using the phone in public places, which is something I use often.
Overall, the Galaxy S26 Ultra continues to improve the experience every year. The performance, camera quality, and Galaxy AI features make it one of the most powerful and useful smartphones I have used. As a long-time Ultra user, this upgrade definitely feels worth it.
The camera is outstanding. Photos are incredibly sharp, colors look natural, and the zoom performance is impressive. It performs very well in both bright daylight and low-light situations, making it reliable for capturing important moments.
One feature I really appreciate is the privacy display. It adds an extra layer of security when using the phone in public places, which is something I use often.
Overall, the Galaxy S26 Ultra continues to improve the experience every year. The performance, camera quality, and Galaxy AI features make it one of the most powerful and useful smartphones I have used. As a long-time Ultra user, this upgrade definitely feels worth it.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US