Galaxy S26 Ultra: $949.99 Reported on October 9
Android Authority reported the 256GB Galaxy S26 Ultra at $949.99 at Amazon on October 9, 2026, and The Gadgeteer reported $1,030 in July. Sources disagree on the list price, so here are the dated prices and a five-step check.
What is the lowest total you would pay for Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB today?
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What changed since our last update
The page we replaced compared the S26 Ultra with the S25 Ultra "at Prime Day" and said Samsung discounted its Ultra phones on a schedule. We removed that timing advice and the unsourced price claims, and used two dated reports instead.
How much the S26 Ultra price has moved
About $80 separated two reports three months apart, and the list price differs by source.
- $949.99 on October 9, 2026 for the 256GB with 12GB of RAM, per Android Authority (October 9, 2026), which said it was the lowest price in months and about $30 above the lowest it had seen.
- $1,030 on July 17, 2026 for the 256GB unlocked, per The Gadgeteer (July 17, 2026), which said Amazon prices shift daily. It gave Samsung's list price as $1,299.99, with a $1,099.99 promotion.
- Android Authority's list price for the same phone is $1,399.99. Check which list price your listing refers to.
The free Zroppix extension puts that history on the Amazon listing itself: the last 90 days of price for the exact version you have open, a BUY or WAIT verdict based on where today's price sits in that range, and an alert if you would rather wait. No account is needed to see the history.
Is today's price near $949.99, or near $1,299.99?
Open the Galaxy S26 Ultra on Amazon with Zroppix and see the 90-day price range for your storage size before you pay.
How to tell whether today's price is fair
We don't publish a price chart or a predicted price for the Galaxy S26 Ultra on this page, because we can't back one up with recorded data here. What we can give you is a method that works for any product, and the free Zroppix extension that applies it for you on the Amazon page.
- Confirm the exact version. Model year, size, colour and bundle can each change the price. Read the title and the variant selector, not just the headline.
- Open the price history. Use the Zroppix extension (90-day history on Amazon pages) or another tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa. Where Amazon shows its own price history link, use that too.
- Compare today's price with the lowest in the window. At or near the low is a fair price. A big "percent off" badge on its own proves little, as our guide to sale badges explains.
- Check who sells it. Amazon or the brand is safest. Compare against the manufacturer's own site, which may run separate promotions.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet, and decide on your own timeline. Nobody can tell you what the price will do next.
256GB, unlocked, and the right list price
- Storage: the reports are for the 256GB. Larger sizes cost more.
- Unlocked: confirm the phone is unlocked and a US model.
- List price: sources disagree, so check Samsung's page.
We haven't tested the phone. Read independent reviews for camera and battery.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Comparing 256GB with 512GB.
- Trusting one list price. Our sources differ by $100.
- Buying a carrier-locked phone by mistake.
- Waiting on a predicted price. We can't source one.
Compare before you decide
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Galaxy S26 Ultra price reference points
Dated reports from named sources, not today's prices. Different models, sizes and sellers are priced differently.
| Date | Model | Reported price | Source | Check it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2026 | Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB | $949.99, list $1,399.99 (per AA) | Android Authority | Find cheaper → |
| Jul 17, 2026 | Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB unlocked | $1,030 (Samsung list $1,299.99) | The Gadgeteer | Find cheaper → |
Honest pros and cons
What stands out
- Two dated reports
- A lower price reported in October
- Different list prices are flagged
What to weigh
- Only 256GB prices reported
- Sources disagree on the list price
- We show no live prices
- We haven't tested the phone
Before you buy
A quick checklist for this purchase.
- Confirm the exact model in the listing title and variant selector.
- Check what's included: bundle, accessories, colour.
- Open the price history for that exact model.
- Compare today's price with the lowest in the window.
- Check the seller and the return window.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet.
Keep going
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Galaxy S26 Ultra?
Android Authority reported $949.99 for the 256GB at Amazon on October 9, 2026. Check the live listing.
What is the S26 Ultra list price?
The Gadgeteer gave $1,299.99 and Android Authority $1,399.99. Check Samsung's page for your storage size.
Was $949.99 the lowest price?
Android Authority called it the lowest in months and about $30 above the lowest it had seen.
Should I get the S26 Ultra or S25 Ultra?
Compare today's price for both and read independent reviews.
Will it be cheaper on Black Friday?
We can't predict that. Black Friday is November 27, 2026.
Will it be cheaper on Black Friday?
We can't predict that. Black Friday is November 27 and Cyber Monday is November 30, 2026. Set an alert and check the history first.
How do I check the price history?
Install the free Zroppix extension for a 90-day history on Amazon pages, or use a tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa.
$80 moved in three months
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