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The cell phones we cover, ranked by what expert reviewers found and shown with Canadian launch prices, so you can see which ones are worth buying.

Last updated November 9, 2026

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Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
7.9
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
Motorola Β· Android 15
Our Verdict

A stylish phone that balances premium design with excellent durability, making it suitable for daily use.

Pros
+ Premium design
+ Exceptional battery life
+ AI features useful
+ Durable with IP69 protection
+ Bright, vivid display
Cons
βˆ’ Curved screen outdated
βˆ’ No wireless charging
βˆ’ Moto AI adds clutter
βˆ’ Lacks telephoto lens
βˆ’ No charger included
OnePlus Nord 5
7.9
Mid-range OnePlus Nord 5
OnePlus Β· Android 15
Our Verdict

A well-rounded, high-performing phone with a vivid display but lacking in some standout features from its predecessor.

Pros
+ Affordable price
+ Great selfie camera
+ Impressive battery life
+ 144Hz display
+ Decent performance
Cons
βˆ’ No wireless charging
βˆ’ Downgraded design
βˆ’ Lost alert slider
βˆ’ Weak ultra-wide camera
βˆ’ Rivals more competitive
Asus ROG Phone 9
7.9
Asus ROG Phone 9
Asus Β· Android 15
Our Verdict

An ultimate gaming phone with unique features enhancing gameplay but lacking in camera and audio quality.

Pros
+ Exceptional gaming performance
+ Impressive battery life
+ Innovative cooling system
+ Advanced Air Triggers
+ High-quality AMOLED display
Cons
βˆ’ Audio quality lacking
βˆ’ Camera performance subpar
βˆ’ Limited Android updates
βˆ’ No eSIM support in most regions
βˆ’ Heavy design focus on gamers
Honor X6b
7.9
Honor X6b
Honor Β· Android 14
Xiaomi Poco F7 Pro
7.9
Xiaomi Poco F7 Pro
Xiaomi Β· Android 15
Our Verdict

A balanced device offering a solid mix of performance, design, and lasting battery life for everyday use.

Pros
+ Flagship-level performance
+ Stunning 2K display
+ Long battery life
+ IP68 water resistance
+ Fast 90W charging
Cons
βˆ’ Mediocre ultrawide camera
βˆ’ Bloatware pre-installed
βˆ’ No wireless charging
Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro
7.9
Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro
Xiaomi Β· Android 15
Nothing Phone (3)
7.8
Premium Nothing Phone (3)
Nothing Β· Android 15
Our Verdict

A unique phone with standout design, offering solid all-around performance, but there are better processors available at the same price.

Pros
+ Unique design
+ Bright, vibrant display
+ Decent battery life
+ Solid performance
+ Improved Glyph Matrix
Cons
βˆ’ Thick and heavy
βˆ’ Mostly plastic design
βˆ’ No charger included
βˆ’ High price for specs
βˆ’ Fragile glass back
Motorola ThinkPhone 25
7.8
Motorola ThinkPhone 25
Motorola Β· Android 14
Motorola Edge 70
7.8
Premium Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Β· Android 16
Our Verdict

A slim, stylish phone with average cameras, but outstanding battery life and an accessible price for its class.

Pros
+ Slim and light design
+ Excellent battery life
+ Reliable cameras
+ Good user experience
+ Attractive display
Cons
βˆ’ Lacks telephoto camera
βˆ’ Mid-range performance
βˆ’ Bloatware issue
βˆ’ No charger included
βˆ’ Limited low-light camera
Unihertz Titan 2
7.8
Unihertz Titan 2
Unihertz Β· Android 15
Motorola Moto G Power (2026)
6.9
Motorola Moto G Power (2026)
Motorola Β· Android 16
Our Verdict

A durable phone with decent battery life but lacks significant upgrades from its predecessor, offering minimal improvement at a budget price.

Pros
+ Great battery life
+ Good design
+ Textured back improves grip
+ Vibrant display
+ 3.5mm headphone jack
Cons
βˆ’ Lacks wireless charging
βˆ’ Same processor as last year
βˆ’ Lackluster camera performance
βˆ’ Sluggish multi-tasking
βˆ’ Limited software updates
Motorola Moto G86
7.7
Budget Motorola Moto G86
Motorola Β· Android 15
Xiaomi Poco M8
7.7
Xiaomi Poco M8
Xiaomi Β· Android 15
Fairphone 6
7.7
Premium Fairphone 6
Fairphone Β· Android 15
Our Verdict

A sturdy, eco-friendly phone with an emphasis on repairability and long-term support.

Pros
+ Repairable design
+ 8-year updates
+ Eco-friendly materials
+ Modular accessories
+ Bright screen
Cons
βˆ’ Limited performance
βˆ’ Average camera quality
βˆ’ No dust/waterproof
βˆ’ USB 2.0 only
βˆ’ High US price
Sony Xperia 10 VII
7.7
Mid-range Sony Xperia 10 VII
Sony Β· Android 15
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