The Canada market in 2026
Canada's market mirrors the US: iPhone-dominant, carrier-driven (Rogers, Bell, Telus), with Samsung and Pixel as the main Android choices. Xiaomi, Oppo and Vivo are not officially sold. Carrier financing and trade-in heavily shape final pricing.
#1 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
In an iPhone-first market with strong resale value and carrier deals, the iPhone 16 Pro Max is the default best phone in Canada. See iPhone 16 Pro Max specs.
#2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The Galaxy S24 Ultra is the best Android in Canada — S Pen, best zoom, seven years of updates and aggressive trade-in offers. See Galaxy S24 Ultra specs.
#3 Google Pixel 9 Pro
The Pixel 9 Pro is the value flagship and best everyday camera for Canadians wanting an alternative to iPhone or Samsung. See Pixel 9 Pro specs.
#4 Apple iPhone 16
For most Canadians not needing Pro features, the iPhone 16 is the smart mainstream buy. See iPhone 16 specs.
#5 Samsung Galaxy S24
The compact Galaxy S24 delivers flagship performance at a lower price than the Ultra. See Galaxy S24 specs.
Which should you buy in Canada?
Best overall: iPhone 16 Pro Max. Best Android: Galaxy S24 Ultra. Best value flagship: Pixel 9 Pro. Best mainstream: iPhone 16. Best compact flagship: Galaxy S24.