Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra 256GB - Violet Shadow (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.9
(2,526 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 2,526 reviews
5 Stars
2,286
4 Stars
208
3 Stars
24
2 Stars
5
1 Star
3
85%of customers recommend this product.
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17 out of
20)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra 256GB - Violet Shadow (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
Premium Design, Powerful Performance & Amazing
on October 20, 2026
Posted by: MrMax24
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m absolutely loving my new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold! The premium design, stunning display, smooth performance, and innovative foldable technology make this phone truly special. The multitasking experience is excellent, and the large screen makes everything from watching videos to browsing and working much more enjoyable.
Samsung continues to impress with its innovation, quality, and advanced features. This phone feels like the perfect combination of a smartphone and a tablet in one premium device.
I’m very happy with my purchase and excited to explore everything it has to offer. Great job, Samsung! Keep bringing us amazing technology and outstanding products.
Highly recommended for anyone looking for a premium smartphone experience
Samsung continues to impress with its innovation, quality, and advanced features. This phone feels like the perfect combination of a smartphone and a tablet in one premium device.
I’m very happy with my purchase and excited to explore everything it has to offer. Great job, Samsung! Keep bringing us amazing technology and outstanding products.
Highly recommended for anyone looking for a premium smartphone experience
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Powerful, Versatile, and Almost Perfect
on October 20, 2026
Posted by: AlittleLostintheDarkSides
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I chose a phone that unfolds like a dream, is priced to star in my nightmares, and has camera lenses that apparently have their own real estate ambitions. The foldable design is undeniably handy: I can use the outer screen for quick tasks, then open it into a larger display for browsing, watching videos, reading, or multitasking. It offers plenty of screen space, which is useful when the world is already too large and my attention span is too small.
I especially appreciate being able to use multiple apps side by side without constantly switching between them. It feels almost like having several lives at once, none of them particularly fulfilling. The camera quality is another highlight, producing beautiful, detailed photos that I really enjoy. Unfortunately, the camera lenses are cumbersome, looming from the back like a cluster of judgmental pandas. They are noticeable when handling the phone and make it awkward to lay flat. The lenses may capture the world in exquisite detail, but they also ensure the phone never rests comfortably, which feels like a small but accurate metaphor for existence.
Overall, I enjoy the versatility, large display, and impressive capabilities of this phone. It combines the convenience of a smartphone with the screen space of a small tablet, making it useful for everyday activities and productivity. It is powerful, adaptable, and almost perfect.
I especially appreciate being able to use multiple apps side by side without constantly switching between them. It feels almost like having several lives at once, none of them particularly fulfilling. The camera quality is another highlight, producing beautiful, detailed photos that I really enjoy. Unfortunately, the camera lenses are cumbersome, looming from the back like a cluster of judgmental pandas. They are noticeable when handling the phone and make it awkward to lay flat. The lenses may capture the world in exquisite detail, but they also ensure the phone never rests comfortably, which feels like a small but accurate metaphor for existence.
Overall, I enjoy the versatility, large display, and impressive capabilities of this phone. It combines the convenience of a smartphone with the screen space of a small tablet, making it useful for everyday activities and productivity. It is powerful, adaptable, and almost perfect.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Multi screen
on October 20, 2026
Posted by: Voltron
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I choose the fold 8 ultra for the multi screen feature, as it provides ultimate multitasking optimization. With the save feature I can get back to where stopped when I want, with the ease of closing my fold and using the outter display at my choosing.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
A good update/upgrade from Z Fold 6
on October 20, 2026
Posted by: Jeltez
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I chose to update my Z Fold 6 to the Z Fold 8 Ultra for the faster processor and better screen. I use my Z Fold 8 Ultra like a mini tablet. I can easily look at weather maps, finer details of pictures, along with reading documents and spreadsheets. I also have it integrated with my laptop and desktop computer for a seamless experience. I like that it is lighter and thinner than earlier models but even with the Ultra, the unfolded screen is smaller. The hinge mechanism is not as smooth as it could be but the hinge protection is much better. The screen material appears to be able to better withstand bending without minor cracking.
Camera is an upgrade. Comes with too much bloatware that is targeted towards kids. The split screen capabilities is less than easy to use. It comes with a business price point but comes out of the box ready for a young adult. Integrates with my new watch and earbuds. Seamlessly connected to my car and glasses. Like the Samsung app versions better than basic versions. The phone needs a serious redesign for the fingerprint reader and volume control especially when folded closed. I also would not miss the screen on the front when folded,
I didn't think I would like the magnetic charging, but I do. Would have been nice to have official charging accessories available. It has been mostly misses on accessories. The phone has a decent battery life and will be at 35 to 40% by the end of my work day. Charges fast and doesn't get too hot.
Value
4
Response from Samsung USBy R&R, October 21, 2026
Hiya Jeltez,
Thank you for sharing such detailed feedback about your Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra! We're glad you're enjoying its powerful performance, improved camera, and seamless connectivity across your devices. We understand wanting easier multitasking, more comfortable controls, and a more refined overall experience. For multitasking, try opening Recent apps, selecting an app icon, and choosing Open in split screen view. You can also resize your app windows for a more comfortable layout. We appreciate your additional feedback about the hinge, fingerprint reader, included apps, and accessories as we continue improving Galaxy. Thank you for your loyalty to Samsung!
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Thank you for sharing such detailed feedback about your Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra! We're glad you're enjoying its powerful performance, improved camera, and seamless connectivity across your devices. We understand wanting easier multitasking, more comfortable controls, and a more refined overall experience. For multitasking, try opening Recent apps, selecting an app icon, and choosing Open in split screen view. You can also resize your app windows for a more comfortable layout. We appreciate your additional feedback about the hinge, fingerprint reader, included apps, and accessories as we continue improving Galaxy. Thank you for your loyalty to Samsung!
-Ty
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Customer Rating
5
Great Fold
on October 19, 2026
Posted by: Anonymous
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I choose a Galaxy over all other devices on the market. This is the perfect phone to keep me connected to my school and work. The Galaxy ZFold has been a life changer for me. I look forward to the future models that will be coming out
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This phone is amazing I love everything about it
on October 19, 2026
Posted by: Eli812
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I chose Samsung for many reasons, especially the amazing camera quality and endless customization options; plus, the full ecosystem with my tablet, watch, and buds is a total game changer!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Perfect size and performance!
on October 19, 2026
Posted by: Zozo123
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I chose the Z fold 8 ultra as an upgrade from my previous z fold six, and this phone has exceeded my expectations. The screen size is perfect when folded and even when opened and mix my reading and browsing a very engaging experience. The battery life on this device is amazing as well. And it'll last me more than a day. This phone is perfect for working professionals, or anybody who likes to watch media or read.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Deff my fav phone!!!
on October 19, 2026
Posted by: PinkBeauty
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I chose this phone because it was way nicer than the z gold 3 I had with its defects with the big screen. I love the tap to pay anywhere you go..(Mostly) lol and the big screen was best for playing mobile games obviously 😄 lol😊
Value
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R, October 19, 2026
Hello PinkBeauty,
Thank you for expressing your enthusiasm for the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra! We're excited to hear that you're enjoying its large folding display, which enhances your gaming experience, as well as its convenient tap-to-pay functionality and robust multitasking capabilities. It's wonderful to know how much you appreciate the larger screen for your favorite games. We greatly appreciate your support and are happy to have you as part of the Samsung family!
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Thank you for expressing your enthusiasm for the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra! We're excited to hear that you're enjoying its large folding display, which enhances your gaming experience, as well as its convenient tap-to-pay functionality and robust multitasking capabilities. It's wonderful to know how much you appreciate the larger screen for your favorite games. We greatly appreciate your support and are happy to have you as part of the Samsung family!
-Ty
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