Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
Get the S26 unless you want a bigger screen. Both have the same chip, cameras and software. The S26+ adds a sharper 6.7-inch screen, a bigger battery and 45W charging, and costs more for it.
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Which one is for you?
Galaxy S26
One hand on the phone, the other on a coffee or a pram? The S26.
Is the Samsung Galaxy S26 worth it?Galaxy S26+
Films on the train and a phone that charges while you shower? The S26+.
Is the Samsung Galaxy S26+ worth it?Key differences
Screen
Weight
Battery
Wired charging
Cameras
What owners say
Verified buyers only; every 1–3 star review read by us. How we do this
Galaxy S26
Owners like the camera, how easy it is to set up and how quick it feels. The few unhappy ones found it too small, glitchy or no better than their old phone.
- Good camera
- Easy to set up and use
- Fast and smooth
- No better than their old phone
- Software glitches or too many pre-installed apps
Galaxy S26+
Owners praise the camera, the battery and how easy it was to move over from their old phone. The few complaints: little change from older models and fussy software.
- Good camera
- Easy to set up and use
- Battery lasts well
Nothing came up often enough to list.
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: TechRadar, Expert Reviews, manufacturer specifications.
Owner reports for the Galaxy S26: 264 verified buyer ratings at Currys, read November 2026.
Owner reports for the Galaxy S26+: 80 verified buyer ratings at Currys, read November 2026.