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We test dozens of smartphones every year, but there are only a few that we consider truly great. So, we’ve gone ahead and rounded up the best phones that we’ve tested and reviewed. The best phones in 2025 have a battery life that lasts a day or more and cameras that take stunning photos and videos. They also have vibrant displays, which are perfect for TikTok or watching White Lotus. From Google’s Pixel 9 series and Apple’s iPhone 16 family to Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series and foldable phones like the Motorola Razr Ultra, these are the best phones you can buy. While tariffs and economic uncertainty have caused people to consider upgrading their phone, companies like Apple, Samsung and Google have not raised their prices.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra – Best Overall
Display size: 6.9 inches | Display type: 3,120 x 1,440-pixel AMOLED, up to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate | RAM: 12GB | Storage: 256GB, 512TB and 1TB | Battery: 5,000mAh | Front camera: 12MP | Rear camera: 50MP ultrawide, 200MP wide, 10MP 3x optical zoom, 50MP 5x optical zoom | Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
Best for:
- Photo buffs who want the best possible Samsung camera
- Durability, thanks to the titanium build
- Exploring what a cutting-edge, AI-infused smartphone has to offer
Skip if:
- You don’t want to spend $1,300-plus on a phone
- You’re exhausted at the thought of hauling around a giant slab phone
The is not only the best Android phone, it’s also one of the best phones on the market right now, period—and it stands on solid ground to nab that title. Samsung removed the boxy edges in favor of curved edges, and it now sports a 6.9-inch AMOLED display, up from 6.8 inches thanks a slight decrease in bezels. Underneath the titanium chassis, it gets the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, upgraded over its predecessor’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset; after running multiple benchmarking tests, it blows the competition out of the water. It also packs 12GB RAM, and you can get it in 256GB, 512GB or 1TB options.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro – Best premium iphone
Pros
- Larger screens/thinner bezels
- 4K slo-mo OMG
- Audio Mix is brilliant
- iOS 18
Cons
- No Apple Intelligence out of the box
- Camera Control placement not optimal for one-handed shooting
- Elegant finishes aren’t very colorful
- Only 128GB of storage for $1,000
The iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max have everything I’ve come to expect in a year-over-year upgrade. The 6.3-inch iPhone 16 Pro and 6.9-inch iPhone 16 Pro Max have a slew of upgrades including one of the best batteries on any phone I’ve tested as well as. In our testing it will easily last a day on a single charge.
The phones also have larger displays, outstanding photo and video chops, high-resolution slo-mo, a new Camera Control button, iOS 18 goodies and a handful of Apple Intelligence tools. The negatives are as thin as the borders around the new screens: You only get 128GB of storage for $1,000; there are only drab color options, and a the new camera button is easy to tap accidentally. Read our full iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max review.
Why we like it
This year the 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max have the exact same cameras — unlike the 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max, which had different telephoto options. Screen size, battery life and price should be the deciding factors when you’re choosing between the two. The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max are excellent phones worthy of a spot in your pocket (and mine) if you can afford them.
Who it’s best for
If you have an iPhone 12 Pro or older, upgrading to the 16 Pro makes a lot of sense. If you’re on a 13 Pro and still have a decent battery capacity, I’d say save your money. And if you’re on a 14 Pro or 15 Pro, there’s no need to upgrade. Also, I should note that the entry-level $999 iPhone 16 Pro only has 128GB of storage.
Who shouldn’t get it
If you are looking for a budget phone or don’t need a phone with the latest features or tech.
OnePlus 13R – Best Mid-Priced Android Phone
Display size: 6.7 inches | Display type: 120Hz ProXDR Display with LTPO 4.1 (3,168 x 1,440 pixel resolution) | RAM: 12GB | Storage: 256GB | Battery: 6,000mAh | Front camera: 16MP | Rear camera: 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, 50MP 3x telephoto | Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Best for:
- Enjoying a top-tier mobile performance without spending a fortune
- Getting decent cameras for most needs
- Enjoying the perks of Google Gemini without dropping $800 plus on a phone
Skip if:
- You absolutely need 16GB RAM
- You want the absolute best cameras
- You need wireless charging
The , my pick for a midrange-priced Android phone, rounds out a series of solid mobile devices the company has launched in recent months. Like the OnePlus 13, the 13R packs a ton of AI and hardware features. Even more enticing: It doesn’t require you to drop over a thousand dollars. For most people, 256B of storage is more than enough, and the same goes for the 12GB RAM. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 may be a 2024 chipset, but it’s powerful enough to be used in a slew of 2024’s flagship devices. When I’ve tested it during gaming, I haven’t seen any real differences, and it’s still very speedy when I’m surfing the internet or multitasking.
It also packs that massive 6,000mAh battery life, so you can expect your device to last all day and a good chunk into the night if you’re a power-hungry user. It was one of the major perks during my testing of the device, but it wasn’t the only one. I tested the 50MP cameras as well and was pleasantly surprised by just how good they were. OnePlus photography doesn’t do well in darker lighting, and that verdict holds up here, so that’s something to consider. Otherwise, it’s a great set, and it should more than suffice for most of your needs. Plus, unless you’re like me and blowing them up for careful review on a 27-inch monitor, you’re not going to notice–they’re perfectly fine for social media and snapping photos of your family on vacation.
Motorola Moto G Power – Best Budget Android Phone
Display size: 6.8 inches | Display type: LCD FHD with 120Hz refresh rate (1,604 x 720 pixel resolution) | RAM: 8GB, expandable up to 14GB with RAM Boost | Storage: 128GB, with 1TB microSD card expandable | Battery: 5,000mAh | Front camera: 16MP | Rear camera: 50MP main, 2MP Macro vision | Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Best for:
- Those who want a decent camera for snapping casual photos
- Durability, especially if you’re prone to tossing your phone in the wash
- Maximizing gesture controls, thanks to Moto Actions software
Skip if:
- You want better hardware for gaming and power-hungry tasks
- You want a camera that can pull out all the stops
is my budget pick for an Android phone. It has a pretty comfortable grip, with a snazzy, water-resistant vegan leather covering on the back. The leaf green color I received is a simply lovely hue, too; I wish more companies would lean into these gorgeous jewel tones. At 193 grams, it’s lighter than the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, and it comes with IP68/IP69 waterproofing, which is a first for this price point and puts it in line with the OnePlus 13.
While the design looks sleek and adds some big perks, the $300 price tag means you’re going to have to sacrifice some major features. The result of that balance? The camera set is pretty no-frills. It does the job well, with a 16MP front lens and a 50MP main. Tack on a 2MP macro lens and casual phone users will be pleased with the results. After being spoiled by Samsung, Google and OnePlus, I can spot blurry spots on Toby’s coat, but if you’re looking to call, text, check the web and snap casual images, you’ll be happy with this phone.
Moto Actions—unique gestures on your Motorola phones—are, quite frankly, genius. Making a chopping motion twice and your flashlight turns on or off; gently press three fingers on the display to capture a screenshot. I loved Swipe to Split, which does exactly as it sounds: It splits the display for multitasking.
OnePlus Open – Best Foldable Android Phone
Display size: 6.3-inch (external), 7.8-inch (internal, unfolded) | Display type: Flexi fluid AMOLED, up to 120Hz variable refresh rate | RAM: 16GB | Storage: 512GB | Battery: 4,805mAh | Front camera: 32MP Cover screen, 20MP front lens | Rear camera: 48MP main, 64MP telephoto and 48MP ultrawide | Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Best for:
- Gaming and streaming on a huge display
- Multitasking, since you can split the display across not only multiple apps, but also inside one app
Skip if:
- You need the best cameras on a phone
- You absolutely need wireless charging
- You want any stylus support
The may be the first iteration of OnePlus’ foldables lineup, but it quickly overtook its competition to be the best foldable on the market. I use the term “foldable” loosely: This device uses a flexi fluid AMOLED display that doesn’t directly fold but curves under the hood when the phone closes. It’s a great design choice that feels durable when I open and close it, and it shines when I’m watching content. Why? Because it doesn’t show the crease nearly as much as the competition—it’s practically invisible at varying angles.
When unfolded, the display measures 7.8 inches with a 2K resolution. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and paired with 16GB of RAM, this device can handle almost anything you toss at it. (That said, the processor is beginning to show its age a bit compared to the competition, but odds are you won’t notice too much during everyday use.) It also features Wi-Fi 7, so you also have the strongest network connectivity hardware and software on the market, which feels pretty speedy when I’m online gaming. I personally also loved testing it for reading and casual internet browsing, and I felt it showcased beautifully as a productivity device. You can split the screen to multitask; as an example, within LinkedIn you can scroll through your feed on one half and pull up a post on the other. This software alone helps it nab its superlative in this list.