Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(7,192 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 7,192 reviews
5 Stars
6,303
4 Stars
707
3 Stars
113
2 Stars
28
1 Star
41
69%of customers recommend this product.
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57 out of
83)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
Great camera. less great screen
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: Jennie
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Think the galaxy ai has alway been really good. Love I can search things easily in the app. I think the screen quality is less clear than before. may be because of the the privacy function
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great photos and top notch technology
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: GabyGlz
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] AI helps me write my post and blogs. Makes life so much easier
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
I really enjoy the AI/Writing/Note taking features
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: JKyle87
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really enjoy the AI/Writing and Note taking features, note taking is way easier instead of looking through the apps for the note app u just take the S Pen out and you can start taking notes or drawing if you get bored like i do at times at work.and then their is times I would like to write a text not that's possible but this GALAXY S26U is addictive lol I can't seem to stop messing with it. And the GALAXY AI feature you can tell samsung put in the effort to make it better, one of the things I like about it is that at points of the day it let's me know the weather if I have something coming up and youtube videos I may want to watch (even tho I've already seen some of them already) the camera quality is way better even at night but I got to mess with that and videos more,its like a mini assistant in your pocket.the speakers are definitely way louder, and the whole phone just learns about you and your habits so it can work for you better,I can't wait too see what the GALAXY S27U will have in store. And im a first time S series user BTW, idk I've never liked a phone as much as I like this one,haven't really did much with the privacy screen but the little I've had done with it its actually pretty cool I like that.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ EXCELLENT
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: Mugiwara
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is easily one of the best smartphones I have ever used. The performance is incredibly fast, apps open instantly, and multitasking feels smooth thanks to the powerful processor and plenty of RAM. The display is huge, bright, and very sharp, making videos, games, and everyday use look amazing. The camera quality is outstanding, especially in low light, and the zoom is better than any phone I’ve used before.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is easily one of the best smartphones I have ever used. The performance is incredibly fast, apps open instantly, and multitasking feels smooth thanks to the powerful processor and plenty of RAM. The display is huge, bright, and very sharp, making videos, games, and everyday use look amazing. The camera quality is outstanding, especially in low light, and the zoom is better than any phone I’ve used before.
Battery life is also very impressive and easily lasts all day even with heavy use. I also like the new privacy features and AI tools, which make the phone feel more advanced and secure. The build quality feels premium, and the phone looks and feels like a true flagship device.
Overall, the Galaxy S26 Ultra delivers top performance, great camera quality, and excellent battery life. If you want a powerful Android phone, this is definitely worth it.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Loving the built in privacy screen
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: TheCaptain
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Galaxy ai I'm still learning but this rebuild after not liking it in s24 ultra I find the ai has become way smarter and actually gotten easier to work with.
I actually use my phone at work and it work flawlessly. I have a separate work profile that my work has all their apps on.
The privacy screen really a nice touch
The ai built into the camera makes some nice crisp images
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Always in the Wright galaxy with this model
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: Galaxyfan
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Always been a big fan of the galaxy Ultra models. I trade mine in every three years for the latest model where the older model still works as good as new. Always impressed by the newest improvement technology. It's a great phone 📱 that's been problem free for years. Look forward to the Ultra 29 in my next future purchases.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
overall its good
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: lina1562
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] its a good device overall. but when up put the screen in privacy protected mode when screen goes dimmer more so if you put the blue light filter on. needs a bit more refining. night video and camera work pretty well. overall its a decent for but maybe should wait for next year's modle to get all the new features down pat.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The Future of Smartphones
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: TylerM
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy S26 is nothing short of extraordinary—it feels like a true leap into the future of smartphones. From the moment you pick it up, the premium build quality is obvious: sleek, perfectly balanced, and incredibly comfortable in the hand. Samsung has absolutely nailed the design.
The display is breathtaking. Colors are vibrant without being overdone, brightness is incredible even in direct sunlight, and the smoothness makes everything—from scrolling to gaming—feel effortless. It’s easily one of the best screens ever put on a phone.
Performance is on another level. The S26 handles everything instantly, whether you're multitasking, gaming, or running demanding apps. There’s zero lag—just pure speed and efficiency. It genuinely feels like it’s ahead of its time.
The camera system is where things get truly impressive. Photos are stunning in any lighting condition, with incredible detail, sharpness, and dynamic range. Night photography is especially mind-blowing—it captures scenes you can barely see with your own eyes. Video quality is just as phenomenal, rivaling professional cameras.
Battery life is another huge win. It easily lasts all day with heavy use, and charging is incredibly fast. You spend less time plugged in and more time actually using the phone.
What truly sets the S26 apart is Galaxy AI. It transforms how you interact with your phone—whether it’s intelligently enhancing your photos, summarizing content instantly, or translating.
The display is breathtaking. Colors are vibrant without being overdone, brightness is incredible even in direct sunlight, and the smoothness makes everything—from scrolling to gaming—feel effortless. It’s easily one of the best screens ever put on a phone.
Performance is on another level. The S26 handles everything instantly, whether you're multitasking, gaming, or running demanding apps. There’s zero lag—just pure speed and efficiency. It genuinely feels like it’s ahead of its time.
The camera system is where things get truly impressive. Photos are stunning in any lighting condition, with incredible detail, sharpness, and dynamic range. Night photography is especially mind-blowing—it captures scenes you can barely see with your own eyes. Video quality is just as phenomenal, rivaling professional cameras.
Battery life is another huge win. It easily lasts all day with heavy use, and charging is incredibly fast. You spend less time plugged in and more time actually using the phone.
What truly sets the S26 apart is Galaxy AI. It transforms how you interact with your phone—whether it’s intelligently enhancing your photos, summarizing content instantly, or translating.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US