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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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Xiaomi 12 Pro
8.0
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Xiaomi Β· Android 12
Our Verdict

The Xiaomi 12 Pro packs a lot of punch and performance while dropping off the camera game, and because of it, all the battery suffers massively.

Pros
+ 120Hz AMOLED panel
+ Fast 120W charging
+ Beautiful matte finish
+ Excellent night mode
Cons
βˆ’ No IP rating
βˆ’ Poor zoom on the camera
βˆ’ Too big for one-handed use
βˆ’ New UI may not be for everyone
Motorola Moto G6
8.0
Motorola Moto G6
Motorola Β· Android 8.0 Oreo
Our Verdict

If you’re looking for a solid option for everyday use, don’t need powerhouse flagship performance, and are not worried about the weak camera the Moto G6 offers outstanding value and is the sweet spot in Motorola’s latest G-Series lineup.

Pros
+ Great value
+ Detailed, well-balanced display
+ Plenty of storage
+ microSD support
+ Stock Android experience
Cons
βˆ’ Weak camera
βˆ’ Questionable aging
LG V20
8.0
LG V20
LG Β· Android 7.0 Nougat
Pros
+ Rugged design
+ All-day battery life
+ Quick Charge 3.0 support
+ Plenty of internal storage
+ microSD support
+ Great camera
+ Excellent audio (with good headphones)
+ Excellent audio recording quality
+ Android 7.0 Nougat
+ Great performance
Cons
βˆ’ Screen lacks contrast
βˆ’ Fingerprint scanner placement
βˆ’ Second Screen is useful but not essential
βˆ’ Fit issues between phone parts
Sony Xperia 1 II
8.0
Sony Xperia 1 II
Sony Β· Android 10
Ulefone Power Armor 18T
8.0
Ulefone Power Armor 18T
UleFone Β· Android 12
HTC EVO 4G
8.0
HTC EVO 4G
HTC Β· Android 2.1
Alcatel One Touch Idol 3
8.0
Alcatel One Touch Idol 3
Alcatel Β· Android 5.0 Lollipop
Pros
+ Vibrant and bright display
+ Clear and loud speakers
+ Good camera
Cons
βˆ’ Processor slowdown when multi-tasking or downloading apps
βˆ’ Hard to use one-handed
βˆ’ No quick or wireless charging
Motorola Moto G4
8.0
Motorola Moto G4
Motorola Β· Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
8.0
Xiaomi Mi 10 5G
Xiaomi Β· Android 10
Asus ZenFone 5
8.0
Asus ZenFone 5
Asus Β· Android 8.0 Oreo
HTC One (E8)
8.0
HTC One (E8)
HTC Β· Android 4.4.2 KitKat
Pros
+ Smooth gaming and every day performance
+ Good battery life
+ Excellent bright light legibility
Cons
βˆ’ Very slippery
βˆ’ Inaccurate color reproduction
βˆ’ No Duo camera
Motorola Moto Z
8.0
Motorola Moto Z
Motorola Β· Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Pros
+ Sharp screen
+ Plenty of power
+ Support for microSD
+ Fast, clear camera
+ Modular attachments
Cons
βˆ’ No headphone jack
βˆ’ Limited availability (Currently Verizon only)
βˆ’ Thinness is a personal preference
βˆ’ Pricey if not interested in Moto Mods
Asus Zenfone 9
8.0
Asus Zenfone 9
Asus Β· Android 12
Our Verdict

A compact and powerful phone with impressive battery life but struggles with camera accuracy.

Pros
+ Compact design
+ Powerful performance
+ Great battery life
+ 3.5mm headphone jack
+ Steady video stabilization
Cons
βˆ’ Camera focus issues
βˆ’ No wireless charging
βˆ’ Gets hot under load
βˆ’ Short update period
βˆ’ No telephoto camera
Huawei Ascend Mate 7
8.0
Huawei Ascend Mate 7
Huawei Β· Android 4.4 KitKat
Pros
+ Great battery life
+ Display has excellent contrast and viewing angles
+ Smooth performance during basic and heavy tasks
Cons
βˆ’ Might be too large for some consumers
βˆ’ Confusing UI
βˆ’ Suffers from bloatware
Samsung Galaxy A72
8.0
Samsung Galaxy A72
Samsung Β· Android 11
Our Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A72 gets many things right, including the display, colors, and design. But it also falls short when it comes to the unavailability of a 5G version, using an older chipset, and the faulty fingerprint scanner.

Pros
+ Long battery life
+ IP67 dust- and water-resistance rating
+ Long term Android support
+ 90Hz display
Cons
βˆ’ No 5G option
βˆ’ No 4K recording
βˆ’ A lot of bloatware
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