Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - White (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(6,438 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 6,438 reviews
5 Stars
5,656
4 Stars
625
3 Stars
94
2 Stars
23
1 Star
40
67%of customers recommend this product.
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47 out of
70)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - White (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
HUGE upgrade!!
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: rastolin
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] finally bit the bullet and retired my trusty s10 (rip headphone jack & sd slot). other reviews indicated that the s26 ultra wouldn't be much of an upgrade to s24 ultra or the s25 ultra but having tried both for a few weeks, I can definitely say that it IS a substantial upgrade in terms of refinement. Way better Galaxy AI integrations with this gen and seems to be much quicker while being lighter on the battery usage. I also prefer having a privacy mode that I can toggle than a permanent privacy screen protector for when I show things to people.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Samsung Galaxy s26 ultra
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: Arieslover
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love samsung galaxy s26 ultra. I also love the privacy mode, and, I like Galaxy AI easy to use
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I really love tge privacy display.
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: HamzaRalliart
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] One of the best features of the galaxy s26 ultra is the brand new never before seen on a phone privacy display witch covers more than a normal screen protector privacy screen, I love using galaxy edit especially for photos and videos and the Galaxy AI is amazing at touching up of all types of photos and videos I really like it and appreciate the work put into making it this amazing keep doing great things and innovating more into the new phones so we get even better display technology and better AI, I know samsung can always make anything better especially with the foldable phones I'd like to soon purchase the all new Tri-Fold in the near future, thank you samsung for this great phone.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I really love tge privacy display.
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: HamzaRalliart
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] One of the best features of the galaxy s26 ultra is the brand new never before seen on a phone privacy display witch covers more than a normal screen protector privacy screen, I love using galaxy edit especially for photos and videos and the Galaxy AI is amazing at touching up of all types of photos and videos I really like it and appreciate the work put into making it this amazing keep doing great things and innovating more into the new phones so we get even better display technology and better AI, I know samsung can always make anything better especially with the foldable phones I'd like to soon purchase the all new Tri-Fold in the near future, thank you samsung for this great phone.
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
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 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
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