The Best Samsung Smartphones Worth Buying Today
Samsung continues to deliver the goods with its latest lineup.
It might only be April, but it's already been a busy year for Samsung and the brand's ever-popular smartphones.
In January, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S21 product family with a refreshed design, updated hardware, and best of all, more reasonable price tags. The 5G-equipped Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra cost $200 less than their respective predecessors.
In April, the tech giant refreshed its budget-friendly Galaxy A Series of smartphones with five new products, including a budget-friendly 5G device for less than $300. The Galaxy A52 5G, on the other hand, is the product family’s first phone with a waterproof build.
Whether you're looking for the most feature-packed smartphone out there, a budget-friendly option that can do the basics, or the latest model, we're breaking down all that you need to know about the best Samsung phones.
Best Samsung Smartphones
- The Best Galaxy for Most Consumers: Samsung Galaxy S21
- A Feature-Packed Galaxy for Less: Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
- The Ultimate Big-Screen Galaxy: Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- The Most Productive Galaxy: Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra
- Best Mid-Range Galaxy: Samsung Galaxy A52 5G
- Best Budget Galaxy: Samsung Galaxy A32 5G
- The Folding Galaxy: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2
- The Flipping Galaxy: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
With the exception of the models with foldable displays, all high-end smartphones from Samsung have a waterproof design on top of other essential features, which include fast wired charging, wireless charging, and built-in stereo speakers.
The prices of most smartphones on this list are for unlocked, contract-free devices. You can opt to purchase any phone on small monthly installments either from Samsung or through the wireless carrier of your choice.
How We Chose
We've been testing out smartphones for years, including Samsung’s Galaxy lineup. When new products launch, we scrutinize the products’ design, hardware, performance, and battery life compared to older models, as well as the overall value they deliver.
This Samsung smartphone guide contains picks with the most up-to-date specs and features in their price categories — from affordable to high-end — ensuring that your new phone will keep you satisfied for a long time. These are the best Samsung phones worth buying today.
Note: Before purchasing an unlocked smartphone, check carefully if it's fully compatible with your preferred carrier. Samsung's unlocked Galaxy devices are compatible with all major carriers in the United States.