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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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OnePlus Nord 4
8.1
OnePlus Nord 4
OnePlus Β· Android 14
Xiaomi Poco F6
8.1
Xiaomi Poco F6
Xiaomi Β· Android 14
Our Verdict

An affordable device with powerful performance and competitive features may appeal to cost-conscious buyers.

Pros
+ High performance
+ Reasonable price
+ Fast charging included
+ Excellent display
+ Wide network coverage
Cons
βˆ’ Annoying software ads
βˆ’ Bloatware present
βˆ’ No eSIM support
βˆ’ Average camera quality
βˆ’ Plastic build feel
Samsung Galaxy A55
8.1
Samsung Galaxy A55
Samsung Β· Android 14
Our Verdict

A solid mid-range phone with a sturdy design and enhanced features for its price.

Pros
+ Strong performance
+ Premium design
+ Long software support
+ Large battery
+ Expandability with MicroSD
Cons
βˆ’ No wireless charging
βˆ’ Heavy and chunky
βˆ’ Slow charging speed
βˆ’ Camera not much improved
βˆ’ Noticeable bloatware
Honor Magic 6 Lite
8.1
Honor Magic 6 Lite
Honor Β· Android 13
Xiaomi Poco F6 Pro
8.1
Xiaomi Poco F6 Pro
Xiaomi Β· Android 14
Our Verdict

A budget-friendly phone with strong gaming performance and vibrant visuals, but marred by software ads and bloatware.

Pros
+ Strong gaming performance
+ Bright 6.67-inch display
+ Fast 120W charging
+ Solid premium build
+ Ample 512GB storage
Cons
βˆ’ Excess bloatware
βˆ’ Ads in system apps
βˆ’ No wireless charging
βˆ’ Limited durability
βˆ’ Lacks eSIM support
Xiaomi 14T
8.1
Xiaomi 14T
Xiaomi Β· Android 14
Our Verdict

A solid choice for those seeking performance, vibrant display, and good battery life at a reasonable price.

Pros
+ Beautiful photos
+ Sharp AMOLED screen
+ Quick charging
+ Long OS support
+ Sleek design
Cons
βˆ’ Slow USB-C port
βˆ’ No wireless charging
βˆ’ Lacks charger
βˆ’ Camera inconsistency
βˆ’ Bloatware present
Honor 200 Pro
8.1
Honor 200 Pro
Honor Β· Android 14
Motorola Edge 50 Ultra
8.1
Motorola Edge 50 Ultra
Motorola Β· Android 14
Our Verdict

This phone offers an elegant design with rapid charging and a highly versatile camera system.

Pros
+ Fast charging speeds
+ Ample internal storage
+ High-resolution cameras
+ Vegan leather option
+ Near-stock Android experience
Cons
βˆ’ Curved screen out of fashion
βˆ’ Limited software updates
βˆ’ Performance could be better
βˆ’ No 8K video recording
βˆ’ Slightly pricey
Cricket Magic 2 5G
8.1
Cricket Magic 2 5G
Cricket Β· Android 14
Nothing CMF Phone 1
8.1
Nothing CMF Phone 1
Nothing Β· Android
Our Verdict

A creative budget phone with excellent customization, solid everyday performance, but lacking in camera quality.

Pros
+ Modular design accessories
+ Bright OLED display
+ Great performance/enough RAM
+ Solid battery life
+ Decent main camera
Cons
βˆ’ No NFC
βˆ’ Limited U.S. support
βˆ’ Camera limitations
βˆ’ Spotty 5G coverage
βˆ’ Only 2 years OS updates
Xiaomi 15
8.1
Xiaomi 15
Xiaomi Β· Android 15
Our Verdict

A powerful compact phone with fast charging and strong battery life, appealing to those seeking a smaller device.

Pros
+ Compact, premium build
+ Vibrant OLED display
+ Fast charging options
+ Reliable main camera
+ Good battery life
Cons
βˆ’ Bloatware present
βˆ’ Underwhelming ultrawide camera
βˆ’ Limited software updates
βˆ’ High price point
βˆ’ Heating issues under load
ZTE nubia Red Magic 9s Pro
8.0
ZTE nubia Red Magic 9s Pro
ZTE Β· Android 14
Our Verdict

The device offers great gaming performance and cooling, but lacks impressive camera capabilities.

Pros
+ Unmatched gaming performance
+ Impressive battery life
+ Strong build quality
+ Effective cooling system
+ Fast charging capability
Cons
βˆ’ Poor camera quality
βˆ’ No waterproofing
βˆ’ Hefty design
βˆ’ Limited software updates
βˆ’ Sound gets muffled
Motorola Edge 50 Neo
8.0
Motorola Edge 50 Neo
Motorola Β· Android 14
Our Verdict

A compact phone with good value, great battery life, and decent performance for everyday tasks.

Pros
+ Bright, sharp display
+ Decent low-light camera
+ IP68 water resistance
+ 5-year software updates
+ Fast charging support
Cons
βˆ’ Plastic build
βˆ’ No headphone jack
βˆ’ Some oversaturation in photos
βˆ’ No SD card slot
βˆ’ Performance could be better
Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro
8.0
Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro
Xiaomi Β· Android 14
Nothing Phone (2a)
8.0
Nothing Phone (2a)
Nothing Β· Android 14
Our Verdict

A budget-friendly phone with a unique design and decent performance.

Pros
+ Unique design
+ Smooth performance
+ Bright display
+ Strong battery life
+ Affordable price
Cons
βˆ’ Plastic body
βˆ’ No wireless charging
βˆ’ Scaled-back Glyph interface
βˆ’ Fingerprint-prone
βˆ’ Limited US availability
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