Last-Gen Android Flagships Worth Buying in 2026

Galaxy S25 Ultra, unlocked 256 GB Buy this over the Galaxy S26 FE if a built-in stylus and long zoom are what you want. The older Ultra has a built-in S Pen plus separate 3x and 5x optical cameras. The S26 FE has a 3x optical telephoto. Look for a good-condition unlocked 256 GB unit around $700 or less. Several were listed in that range, close to the S26 FE’s $699.99 starting price before trade-in. At the same price, choose the FE if a new battery and new-device warranty matter more.

Pixel 10 Pro, unlocked 128 GB The Pixel 10a is a sensible new buy for everyday photos, but the older Pro has a dedicated 48 MP 5x telephoto for distant details. Unlocked 128 GB units averaged about $560 on Swappa in November. If the extra reach is worth the price difference to you, inspect the used phone’s condition and update window before ordering.

Galaxy Z Fold7, unlocked 256 GB At about $900 to $1,000 used, this is an alternative to a new Galaxy S26 or Pixel 11 if your priority is running two apps side by side. The Fold7 opens into an 8-inch display, which gives a map and a message thread room to share the screen. Swappa had unlocked 256 GB listings in that price band. Before buying, ask for close-ups of the hinge and inner screen and check the seller's return terms.

Pixel 10 Pro Fold, unlocked 256 GB Choose the older Fold over a new Pixel 11 if reading or comparing documents on an 8-inch inner screen matters more than a conventional phone shape. Unlocked 256 GB Swappa listings included several below $900. Google lists IP68 dust and water resistance and seven years of updates from first U.S. availability. Check the hinge and screen condition, and compare it with the newer Fold if the price gap narrows.