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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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8.3
Google Pixel 2
Google Β· Android 8.0 Oreo
Pros
+ Fast processor and smooth performance
+ Decent battery life
+ Excellent camera image quality
+ IP67 certification
Cons
βˆ’ No 3.5mm headphone jack
βˆ’ Display not sharp enough for VR
βˆ’ Uninspired design
Huawei Mate 20
8.3
Huawei Mate 20
Huawei Β· Android 9.0 Pie
Our Verdict

The Mate 20 provides an all-in-one package of sleek design, a beautiful display, great performance, and amazing battery life. While it cut features from the more expensive Mate 20 Pro, it is one of the better Android smartphones available on the market.

Pros
+ Great battery life
+ Beautiful display
+ Clean, modern design
+ Decent camera
+ 3.5mm headphone jack
+ Speedy performance
Cons
βˆ’ Display not color accurate
βˆ’ Camera image details a little muddy on zoom
βˆ’ No water- and dust-resistance
LG G5
8.3
LG G5
LG Β· Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Pros
+ Fast performance
+ Ample storage space
+ MicroSD card support
+ Removeable battery
+ QuickCharge 3.0
+ Crisp, detailed display
+ Unique design
+ Great camera
Cons
βˆ’ Questionable future LG Friends support
βˆ’ Lack of module options
βˆ’ Questionable durability on phone finish
βˆ’ Average battery life
βˆ’ Price
Asus ZenFone 6 (2019)
8.3
Asus ZenFone 6 (2019)
Asus Β· Android 9.0 Pie
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
8.3
Premium Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Samsung Β· Android 13
Our Verdict

A foldable phone with a larger cover screen that enhances functionality without needing to open the device.

Pros
+ Bigger cover screen
+ Durable build
+ Good performance
+ Decent camera upgrades
+ Solid software support
Cons
βˆ’ Still pricey
βˆ’ Limited app continuity
βˆ’ Battery life average
βˆ’ No telephoto camera
βˆ’ Colorways need improvement
Xiaomi 12T Pro
8.3
Xiaomi 12T Pro
Xiaomi Β· Android 12
Motorola Edge 40 Pro
8.3
Motorola Edge 40 Pro
Motorola Β· Android 13
Xiaomi Poco X3 NFC
8.3
Xiaomi Poco X3 NFC
Xiaomi Β· Android 10
Xiaomi 12T
8.3
Xiaomi 12T
Xiaomi Β· Android 12
Samsung Galaxy S4
8.3
Samsung Galaxy S4
Samsung Β· Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Pros
+ Beautiful display
+ Enhanced touch inputs
+ Great camera
+ Removable battery
+ Great performance
Cons
βˆ’ Plasticky feel
βˆ’ Slippery case
βˆ’ Questionable TouchWiz interface
βˆ’ Boring hardware design
Apple iPhone 13 mini
8.3
Premium Apple iPhone 13 mini
Apple Β· iOS 15
Our Verdict

If you’re looking for the features of the latest iPhone in an ultra-portable size, the iPhone 13 Mini lives up to its name.

Huawei P60 Pro
8.3
Huawei P60 Pro
Huawei Β· HarmonyOS 3.1
Motorola DROID Turbo
8.3
Motorola DROID Turbo
Motorola Β· Android 4.4.4 KitKat
Pros
+ Premium materials for durability
+ Stunning display with high resolution and clarity
+ Excellent battery life
Cons
βˆ’ Sluggish camera shutter speed
βˆ’ No optical image stabilization
βˆ’ Display colors slightly oversaturated
OnePlus Nord 2
8.3
OnePlus Nord 2
OnePlus Β· Android 11
Our Verdict

The One Plus Nord 2 makes a strong case for the mid-range phone market. With some high-end specs sprinkled in amongst valuable tools, whether it will stay at the top is debatable, but so far, it holds its place.

Pros
+ Great performance
+ Vivid, sharp screen
+ Insanely fast charging
+ Long battery life
Cons
βˆ’ Boring design
βˆ’ No IP rating
βˆ’ Secondary camera lenses disappointing
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
8.2
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
Samsung Β· Android 10
Pros
+ Great multitasking and gaming
+ Comfortable in the hand
+ Beautiful 120hz HDR screen for movies and videos
+ All-day battery life
+ 5G support
Cons
βˆ’ Fingerprint scanner is slow
βˆ’ Tons of pre-installed apps
βˆ’ No headphone jack
βˆ’ High price tag
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