2025's Top Phones

Updated: 28 Nov, 2025 • 0 • min read

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These are the best phones we've tested for a range of prices across the main US wireless carriers, whether you're searching for an

Android phone, an iPhone, or a basic phone for voice calls.

Purchasing a phone might be challenging. Before making a decision, there are a few minor but crucial elements to take into account, regardless of whether you want a basic feature phone, a sophisticated folding phone, or a regular slab-style smartphone. With at least thirty years of experience covering cell phones, PCMag can help you cut through the clutter. Among our Editors' Choice winners as of right now, four phones stand out: the Google Pixel 9a for its outstanding value, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra with its artist-friendly S Pen stylus, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 with its large inner screen, and the Apple iPhone 17 with its excellent combination of features and performance for the price. All of these phones are worthwhile, though, so make sure you read our whole reviews, which are provided below. We go over all you need to know to choose the best one further down.