Top 3 picks
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Why we picked this
Best Overall: The iPhone 17 Pro combines powerful performance, a polished productivity ecosystem, excellent display quality, and dependable camera hardware in a manageable size. iOS, Apple Intelligence, USB-C, and strong app support make it especially effective for professional workflows. It is more streamlined than the Galaxy S26 Ultra and offers a more mature ecosystem than the Pixel 10 Pro, while remaining less specialized for stylus-heavy work than Samsung’s flagship.
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Where to buy
est. €1,329Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Google Pixel 10 Pro
Why we picked this
Best Value: The Google Pixel 10 Pro is the most affordable choice while still delivering flagship-level performance, a compact high-refresh display, excellent cameras, and long-term software support. Its clean Android experience and Google productivity integration suit work well. Compared with the iPhone 17 Pro, it offers more RAM and broader Android flexibility; compared with the Galaxy S26 Ultra, it is smaller and less expansive but easier to handle.
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Where to buy
est. €1,099Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: The Galaxy S26 Ultra is the most capable productivity-oriented option, with a very large display, integrated S Pen, generous storage, multitasking features, and an extensive camera system. It is better suited than the other two for note-taking, document review, and power-user workflows. The iPhone 17 Pro is more compact and ecosystem-focused, while the Pixel 10 Pro is lighter and simpler, but neither matches Samsung’s screen area and stylus functionality.
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Where to buy
est. €1,769Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.