Buying guide
Best Phones in Canada (2026): 7 Picks for Every Budget
Seven of the best phones we sell, from top iPhones and Galaxys to budget picks. Tap through the quiz to find yours.
The best phone for most people in Canada is the iPhone 17 Pro if you want an iPhone, or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra if you want Android. For the best value, get the Pixel 9a.
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Our picks
- 6.9"screen
- 200MPmain camera
- 5000mAh battery
Buy it if you want the most phone: big screen, top cameras and an S Pen.
Skip it if you want something small, light or cheap.
Why we picked it
It has a 6.9-inch screen, a 200MP main camera with 3x and 5x zoom lenses, a 5000 mAh battery and a built-in S Pen.
- A19 Prochip
- 48MPall 3 cameras
- 120Hzscreen
Buy it if you want a top iPhone in a size that fits one hand.
Skip it if you want a bigger screen. Look at the 17 Pro Max.
Why we picked it
It has the A19 Pro chip, three 48MP cameras including a 4x zoom, a smooth 120Hz 6.3-inch screen and USB-C.
- 5100mAh battery
- 120Hzscreen
- IP68water resistant
Buy it if you want a modern Android that does it all without a flagship price.
Skip it if you want optical zoom. It has no telephoto lens.
Why we picked it
It launched in April 2025 with Google's Tensor G4 chip, a 5100 mAh battery, a 120Hz screen and IP68 water resistance. That is a lot of phone for the price.
- 48MPmain camera
- USB-Cport
- 6.1"screen
Buy it if you want a modern iPhone with USB-C for less.
Skip it if you want a 120Hz screen. This one runs at 60Hz.
Why we picked it
It has a 48MP main camera, USB-C, Face ID and the Dynamic Island. It covers everything most people do on a phone.
- 6.7"screen
- 5000mAh battery
- IP67water resistant
Buy it if you want a big, new-ish phone for the least money.
Skip it if you care most about camera quality or speed.
Why we picked it
It launched in March 2025 with a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen, a 5000 mAh battery and IP67 water resistance.
- 5.4"screen
- 141 gweight
- Face IDunlock
Buy it if you want a small phone that fits any pocket.
Skip it if you watch a lot of video or want USB-C. It uses Lightning.
Why we picked it
At 5.4 inches and 141 g it is one of the smallest modern phones you can buy, with an OLED screen, Face ID and the A15 Bionic chip.
- 6.7"folds in half
- 3.4"cover screen
- 50MPmain camera
Buy it if you want a big screen that folds into a small square.
Skip it if you need full water and dust protection. It is rated IP48.
Why we picked it
It folds a 6.7-inch screen in half and has a 3.4-inch cover screen for texts and quick replies. The 50MP main camera is a step up from earlier Flips.
Specs side by side
| Phone | Screen | Main camera | Battery | Released | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | 6.9" | 200MP wide | 5000 mAh | February 2025 | $1,199.99 |
| iPhone 17 Pro | 6.3" | 48MP Fusion | Not published | September 2025 | $1,149.99 |
| Google Pixel 9a | 6.3" | 48MP wide | 5100 mAh | April 2025 | $469.99 |
| iPhone 15 | 6.1" | 48MP main | Not published | September 2023 | $569.99 |
| Samsung Galaxy A36 5G | 6.7" | 50MP main | 5000 mAh | March 2025 | $349.99 |
| iPhone 13 mini | 5.4" | 12MP | Not published | September 2021 | $399.99 |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 | 6.7" | 50MP wide | 4000 mAh | July 2024 | $729.99 |
How to pick a phone
Pick the platform first. If your family uses iPhones and iMessage, stay on iPhone. If you want more choice and lower prices, Android gives you more options at every budget.
Which phone is best in Canada right now?
From what we sell, the iPhone 17 Pro and Galaxy S25 Ultra are the best all-round phones. The Pixel 9a is the best value.
Should I buy a new or pre-owned phone?
A pre-owned phone gets you the same hardware for less. The money you save often buys a better model than you could afford new.
Do these phones work on any Canadian carrier?
Every phone we sell is unlocked, so you can use it with any carrier.
Is a pre-owned phone a safe buy?
Every phone we sell is inspected and tested, unlocked, and has at least 80% battery health. You get up to a 1-year warranty and 14-day returns. Grades describe looks only.
How did we pick?
We compared the published specs of every phone we sell: screen, chip, cameras, battery and water resistance, then weighed them against price and release date. Prices on this page are live from our store.
Want more detail? See the best camera phones, best phones under $300 or all unlocked phones.
Read next: Best first phone for kids, What an unlocked phone is
Skip the new-phone price
Get the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra pre-owned from $1,199.99, tested by real technicians with up to a 1-year warranty and 14-day returns.
