Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Get the Ultra if the price gap is small, as it often is on offer. It adds a 5x zoom, the S Pen, an anti-glare privacy screen and faster charging. The S26+ is for people who want a big screen and nothing more.
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Which one is for you?
Galaxy S26+
Big screen for video and browsing, no need for zoom or a pen? The S26+.
Is the Samsung Galaxy S26+ worth it?Galaxy S26 Ultra
Concerts, wildlife, kids on a stage? The Ultra's 5x zoom gets you there.
Is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra worth it?Key differences
Zoom
S Pen
Screen
Wired charging
Weight
What owners say
Verified buyers only; every 1–3 star review read by us. How we do this
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.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Owners love the camera and how fast it is. Most of the unhappy ones are upgraders from an older Ultra who see too little change, plus a few camera faults.
- Excellent camera
- Fast and smooth
- Great screen
- Not an upgrade on their older Ultra
- Camera fault or disappointing photos
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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+: 80 verified buyer ratings at Currys, read November 2026.
Owner reports for the Galaxy S26 Ultra: 483 verified buyer ratings at Currys, read November 2026.