The best Verizon phones range from top-of-the-line Android and iPhone options to high-value picks that balance capability with affordability. Whether you want the best of the best or the best on a budget, we’ll help you find the right Verizon phone for you.
We’ve tested the best smartphones on the market, and we’ve gone hands-on with many of the best cheap smartphones as well. There are even a few phones that run on the Verizon 5G network. With so many options to choose from, we’re here to help you pick a phone on whichever end of the market you’re looking.
Verizon offers many of the best smartphone options you could want, and we’ve compared the available options to our top picks. We’ve also factored in discounts Verizon is offer on its phone that can enhance the value in some vases. So, if you’re looking to trade-in your old iPhone for a new one, want score a buy-one-get-one deal on the best Android phone, or just want a great price on a capable smartphone, we’ve got the best options for you.
We’ll go over what each phone has to offer, and which discounts Verizon offers on them to sweeten the deal. This way, you can be sure you’re money is well spent, and you’re not missing out on an opportunity to save a little bit more.
Best Verizon phones at a glance:
- Best of the Best: Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus
- Best Apple Phone: iPhone 11
- Best Android: Google Pixel 4 XL
- Best value phone: iPhone 8
- Best affordable phone: Moto G7 Power
- Best 5G phone: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus 5G
Verizon phones: Your options explained
How TechRadar has found the best Verizon phone for you
From premium to budget, and Android to iOS, we’ve looked at the phones Verizon has to offer and determined which are the best options in a number of categories. These choices are based on the value of the phones compared with the price Verizon is charging. Whatever your needs, you should be able to find something that fits in this list.
Understanding your purchasing options
The phones listed here are all available on an installment plan from Verizon that allows you to pay for the device over a set 24-month term. We’ll include the installment price so you can clearly understand what your bill for the phones will look like. If you’re also looking for a new Verizon plan, check out our rundown of the best plans the carrier has to offer.
The best Verizon phones for every budget:
Best of the best: Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus
Check out all Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus plans on Verizon starting from $33/month ($999 retail)
Samsung’s big Galaxy S10 Plus is the phone to conquer all phones right now. It has a massive, 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display stretching all the way to the top of the phone, with a cutout in the screen for two front-facing cameras. It’s rear three-sensor camera system is incredibly capable as is the Snapdragon 855 chipset inside. It comes at a price, but that’s what you should expect from the best. Verizon is offering up to $900 in discounts for new lines with a trade-in device and Unlimited plan.View Deal
Best Apple Phone: iPhone 11
Check out all iPhone 11 plans on Verizon starting from $29/month ($699 retail)
Apple’s iPhone 11 is the best option if you love iOS. Not only is it offering excellent performance from the A13 Bionic chipset, but it has a new dual-camera system on the rear with some seriously impressive capabilities. The new iPhone also comes in a wide range of colors, and has a lower starting price than any of the new iPhones that launched in 2018. You can even get up to $700 off the price from Verizon if you’re a new customer looking for an Unlimited plan.View Deal
Best Android: Google Pixel 4 XL
Check out all Google Pixel 4 XL plans at Verizon starting from $37/month ($899 retail)
The Google Pixel 4 XL has a lot to offer, and not just in terms of its 6.3-inch OLED display. It will consistently get updates to Android earlier than other phones. It also will regualrly outperform other phones in photography thanks to some of the best cameras you can find on a smartphone and Google’s powerful image processing. Verizon is offering up to $700 off for new customers switching to Verizon with a qualifying trade-in.View Deal
Best value phone: iPhone 8
Check out the iPhone 8 from Verizon starting from $10/month ($449 retail)
It never hurts to get an iPhone at a discount, and that’s just what you can do with the iPhone 8 from Verizon. It may be a little older, but it’s still support by Apple with the latest updates to iOS. And, the A11 Bionic chip inside still has performance to offer. Verizon has cut the price down for customers getting a new line so they can pay just $10/month over 24 months.View Deal
Best affordable phone: Moto G7 Power
Check out all Moto G7 Power plans on Verizon starting for just $5/month ($240 retail)
The Moto G7 Power is a budget powerhouse. It has a larger, 6.2-inch display with a modest 1,520 x 720 resolution. While the phone is a little on the thick side, that’s because it’s housing a 5,000mAh battery that we’ve seen last over three days. It even runs on a more mid-range Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 chipset, which offers surprisingly good gaming performance. TheMoto G7 Power comes running Android 9 Pie.View Deal
Best 5G phone: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus 5G
See the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus 5G on Verizon for $45/month ($1299 retail)
One of the biggest, most powerful smartphones gets that much more capable with 5G connectivity. The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus was already an amazing phone, and 5G connectivity on Verizon’s network lets it increase its connection speed even more when the signal is available. This phone has a great display and capable cameras that get even easier to use with special S Pen features. Verizon has a small discount automatically applied for monthly payment plans, but you can save up to $900 if you’re a new customer switching to a Verizon unlimited plan with qualifying phone to trade in. View Deal
Picking your plan
Once you’ve found the phone you want, make sure you find the best Verizon plan. You’ll want to see all the plan options Verizon has available to you can rest easy knowing you’re getting the most for your money,
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