Best foldable phones ever

Introduction

Two devices in one, the foldable phones are a game changer. One option is to go for a large foldable device, like the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, which merges a compact tablet and phone into one pocket-friendly gadget. Alternatively, you can choose a flip foldable device, such as the Motorola Razr Plus 2024, which opens up to reveal an entirely new experience with its customizable cover display. Regardless of the type, foldable phones provide much more than a bending screen.

As foldable phones are much more expensive—often more expensive than purchasing a phone and a tablet separately—they must have more features. The perfect foldable phone should be impeccable, meaning it must be durable enough to withstand years of folding and unfolding.

Foldable phones offer the convenience of having a tablet in your pocket, making them easy to carry without sacrificing screen size, which is why they are becoming very popular. However, since these phones have foldable screens, if you're on a budget and looking for budget smartphones, this article may not be for you, as these devices tend to be expensive.

And if you're an iPhone lover hoping for a foldable device with iOS, you might be disappointed to know that there isn't a foldable iPhone on the market yet. However, Apple has released its latest iPhone 16 series, which we've covered earlier.

1. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is the most feature-rich foldable phone, though its build quality may feel less premium compared to the sleek design of the OnePlus Open at the moment. It provides additional productivity tools, system file access and multiple options for running multiple applications in distinct windows. It is perfect for business use and heavy users.

Out of all the foldable phones , the Galaxy Z Fold 6 also has the finest cameras. You would love using Samsung's camera modes for close-ups of nature and food. Unlike other foldable phone generations, you won't be disappointed with the visuals you get from this one.

Despite all of this, the Galaxy Z Fold 6—provided with the Fold model, which is softer on the inner display—is the only foldable phone for users who prefer an interior drawing pad rather than a larger display. It is one of the most expensive foldable phones, but it is also the most feature-rich.

Specs

• Price
  From $1,699.99
• Display:
  
  7.6-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (Main); 6.2-inch HD+ Super AMOLED (Cover)
  
  
• Processor:
  
  Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
  
  
• RAM:
  
  12GB
  
  
• Storage:
  
  256GB / 512GB / 1TB
  
  
• Cameras:
  
  Triple rear (50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 12MP telephoto); 10MP cover camera
  
  
• Battery:
  
  4,800mAh, 45W fast charging
  
  
• Operating System:
  
  Android 14, One UI 6
  
  
• Other Features:
  
  IPX8 water resistance, S Pen support

Pros 

• lighter and thinner design
• Amazing AI features
• Excellent Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance
• outstanding cameras
• stunning performance and brilliant displays

Cons

• Battery life could be better for heavy use
• Thick and bulky when folded
• expensive

2. Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 

The Google Pixel 9's screen and the cover display are identical, neither larger nor smaller. At the time, the internal display was the biggest screen ever fit into a foldable phone.

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is simple and enjoyable to use in all scenarios. It has some very helpful AI tips, some very magical photo AI tools and some truly frightening photo Reimagine tools. Regardless of your opinion on AI, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is definitely the greatest phone to test out all of Google's advancements in the field.

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold has decent cameras with a zoom that is comparable to the finest smartphone cameras. Though the image quality isn't quite up to par for a phone this pricey,

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a great foldable phone to consider because it has the perfect balance of a small design, advanced functionality and incredible screen quality, But regardless, this phone is not as powerful or appealing as the OnePlus Open or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.

Specs

• Price From $1,799
• Display: 7.8-inch LTPO OLED (Main); 6.4-inch OLED (Cover)
• Processor: Google Tensor G4
• RAM: 12GB
• Storage: 256GB / 512GB
• Cameras: Triple rear (50MP main, 48MP telephoto, 12MP ultra-wide); 11.1MP front camera
• Battery: 4,700mAh, 30W fast charging
• Operating System: Android 14
• Other Features: IP68 dust/water resistance, Pixel-exclusive AI features

Pros 

• brilliant AI functions
• lighter and thinner design
• enhanced battery life

Cons

• Underwhelming Tensor G4 performance
• not much has changed in terms of cameras

3. OnePlus Open 

With the OnePlus Open, we finally have a foldable phone that fulfills all of our desires. Its cameras are excellent, particularly for taking selfies and portraits. It also offers the greatest look of any large foldable phone, particularly if you're ready to pay a bit more for the 1TB internal storage and Crimson Shadow color of the OnePlus Open Apex edition.

The OnePlus Open, in typical OnePlus style, is a flagship killer with excellent features, particularly in terms of the phone's internal performance and its stunning screens. For a cheaper price than most competitors, you also receive a cool design.

It's true that the OnePlus Open has certain compromises, but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 doesn't. Samsung's phone can be submerged in water, but this one isn't. Unlike Samsung, it lacks several fantastic productivity tools including compatibility for the S Pen.

That doesn't matter though, because the Samsung Fold seems cheaply made, whereas the OnePlus Open is well-built. When closed, it is rather narrow, whereas the OnePlus Open feels ideal. 

Specs

• Price From $1,699.99
• Display: 7.82-inch AMOLED (Main); 6.4-inch AMOLED (Cover)
• Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
• RAM: 16GB
• Storage: 512GB / 1TB
• Cameras: Triple rear (50MP main, 48MP ultra-wide, 64MP telephoto); 32MP front camera
• Battery: 4,800mAh, 100W fast charging
• Operating System: OxygenOS based on Android 14
• Other Features: 3D Sound Technology, UFS 4.0 storage

Pros 

• Amazingly light and thin design
• Reliable battery with quick charging
• outstanding hardware
• advanced multitasking

Cons

• Low-light images don't do well.
• Lack of wireless charging

4. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 

The most durable and dependable flip phone currently available is the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6. Samsung's AI capabilities are unexpectedly entertaining and helpful, and while it might not be as entertaining as the Motorola Razr Plus 2024, it feels far more powerful and durable.

Actually, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 is one of the few Samsung phones that everyone wish had more of the company's cutting-edge software capabilities. It can be difficult to keep track of all the settings and adjustments that Samsung offers. Fortunately, Samsung's Bixby is the greatest voice assistant for using your phone, and the company's other AI features—like writing assistants—can also be helpful tools without going against any current (or historical) red lines in AI.

Specs

• Price From $1,099.99
• Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (Main); 3.4-inch Super AMOLED (Cover)
• Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
• RAM: 8GB
• Storage: 256GB / 512GB
• Cameras: Dual rear (12MP main, 12MP ultra-wide); 10MP front camera
• Battery: 3,700mAh, 25W fast charging
• Operating System: Android 14, One UI 6
• Other Features: IPX8 water resistance, Flex Mode

Pros 

• robust design
• Fantastic features of Galaxy AI
• Outstanding performance by the low light camera
• Better IP rating

Cons

• Limited outer display functionality
• battery may not last all day.

5. Motorola Razr Plus 

Motorola provides significant improvements to the Razr Plus 2024, including an even bigger 4-inch outside screen compared to the 3.6-inch one on the previous model. Additionally, there is a greater emphasis on customization with a wider selection of widgets and the option of making many ones for increased convenience.

Motorola includes a 50MP telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom in addition to a larger outside screen. This camera works well with the company's primary 50MP camera. Its upgraded camcorder mode may now record video in either horizontal or vertical orientation, which is ideal for getting closer to your subjects than before.

And there's the design itself, which now seems much more substantial with its folding mechanism because of a smaller, revised hinge. There are also a variety of color possibilities, which enhances the already excellent appearance.

Specs

• Price From $899.99
• Display: 6.9-inch AMOLED (Main); 4.0-inch AMOLED (Cover)
• Processor: Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
• RAM: 8GB
• Storage: 256GB / 512GB
• Cameras: Dual rear (50MP main, 13MP ultra-wide); 32MP front camera
• Battery: 4,000mAh, 33W fast charging
• Operating System: Android 14
• Other Features: Stylus support, customizable cover display

Pros 

• The most affordable foldable ever produced
• Fantastic design
• enduring battery

Cons

• limited functionality for the cover display
• average cameras

6. Motorola Razr 

Motorola returned with the Razr 2024, a phone that is significantly different from its 2023 model, after releasing its more affordable foldable phone. The company particularly changes the little outer screen with a larger 3.4-inch screen.

The Razr (2024) outperforms the more expensive Razr Plus 2024 because to its excellent feature-to-price ratio. Its 50MP primary camera and 13MP ultrawide lens combination, for example, makes it more user-friendly for content creators who enjoy taking films of themselves.

Secondly, you can run entire apps on the bigger outside screen, which is useful for notifications and for casually browsing through your social media feeds. All of those apps are available through the outer screen, saving you from having to open the phone to use them.

Lastly, the majority of people could afford this foldable phone due to its price. At this phone price, there are no other flip-style phones available.

Specs

• Price $699.99
• Display:
  
  6.8-inch P-OLED (Main); 3.4-inch OLED (Cover)
  
  
• Processor:
  
  Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
  
  
• RAM:
  
  8GB
  
  
• Storage:
  
  256GB
  
  
• Cameras:
  
  Dual rear (50MP main, 13MP ultra-wide); 32MP front camera
  
  
• Battery:
  
  3,800mAh, 30W fast charging
  
  
• Operating System:
  
  Android 14
  
  
• Other Features:
  
  Full app support on outer display

Pros 

• extended battery life
• bigger and more useful outer screen

Cons

• Low light causes the camera to struggle.
• software support is short
• Waterproof

Conclusion

The concept of carrying a smartphone has been completely transformed by foldable phones, which combine the portability of a small device with the versatility of a tablet. Though more expensive, their cutting-edge features, striking display technology and creative designs make them desirable for anyone looking for cutting-edge technology. These gadgets, which satisfy demands for productivity and enjoyment, give a peek into the future of mobile technology, regardless of your preference for a larger folding or a streamlined flip design. Foldable phones are expected to have a significant influence on the development of the upcoming smartphone generation as the industry continues to change. But with all that innovation comes a higher price. These phones aren’t for everyone, especially if you're looking for budget smartphones. (Speaking of budget phones, I have articles on my website covering this topic ) However, for those willing to invest in the latest tech, foldable phones offer a truly unique and powerful experience that’s hard to match.

As I've mentioned in my other topics, the prices listed may vary. You might find discounts from different retailers or websites, and prices can differ depending on your location. Be sure to check for the best deals available in your area.