📱 Samsung Buying Guide · Updated 2026

Best Samsung Phones 2026

Q: What is the best cheap Samsung phone?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is the best affordable Samsung phone.

Samsung makes some of the best smartphones at every price point. Whether you want the ultimate flagship or a reliable budget phone, here are the best Samsung Galaxy phones in 2026.

New Galaxy Z Series 8

Samsung's 2026 foldable family has three phones

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the biggest screens and strongest camera system, Galaxy Z Fold8 brings book-style multitasking to a lighter 201g design, and Galaxy Z Flip8 folds into the most compact shape.

Compare all three Galaxy Z8 phones

Top Samsung Phones

Best Business Phone Overall

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

The S26 Ultra is the ultimate business phone — built-in S Pen for notes, excellent security, Samsung DeX for desktop mode and long software support. Ideal for executives and power users.

S PenBuilt-in

SecuritySamsung Knox

Updates7 years

Best ForExecutives

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Best Mid-Range Samsung

Samsung Galaxy S26

The standard S26 gives you most of the Ultra's experience at a lower price — great camera, fast performance and Samsung AI features.

Camera50MP Main

Display6.3-inch AMOLED

Battery4,300mAh

Best ForEveryday flagship

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Best Affordable Samsung

Samsung Galaxy A37

The A37 is Samsung’s sensible lower-cost choice: a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, dependable 5,000mAh battery, IP68 protection and six OS upgrades for £399.

Display6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED

Battery5,000mAh

DurabilityIP68

Best ForLower budgets

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Samsung Phone Comparison

Phone	Category	Best Feature	Best For
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra	Ultra foldable	8-inch display & 200MP camera ✅	Maximum multitasking
Galaxy Z Fold8	Lightweight foldable	201g pocket-tablet ✅	Portable productivity
Galaxy Z Flip8	Clamshell foldable	Compact folded shape ✅	Style and portability
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra	Conventional flagship	200MP camera & S Pen	Power users
Samsung Galaxy S26	Compact flagship	Balanced size	Everyday flagship
Samsung Galaxy A37	Affordable Galaxy	Battery & value	Lower budgets

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Samsung phone in 2026?

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is Samsung's best phone overall, but the standard S26 offers excellent value for those who don't need the Ultra's extras.

What is the best cheap Samsung phone?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is our affordable Samsung pick, with a 120Hz AMOLED display, IP68 protection, a 5,000mAh battery and six OS upgrades.

Is Samsung better than iPhone?

Samsung offers more hardware choice and Android flexibility, while iPhone offers a simpler, more integrated experience. Neither is objectively better — it depends on your needs.

How long do Samsung phones last?

Samsung's flagship phones now receive 7 years of software updates, making them a very long-term investment.

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