Top 3 picks
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Why we picked this
Best Overall: Galaxy S26 Ultra is the strongest all-round work phone, with a spacious high-resolution display, S Pen support, built-in Privacy Display, strong multitasking hardware, and Android 16 flexibility. Its larger screen is particularly useful for documents, spreadsheets, and split-screen work. It is more versatile than iPhone 17 Pro, while iPhone 17 Pro Max offers a more streamlined iOS experience and greater storage capacity.
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Where to buy
est. £1,279Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
iPhone 17 Pro
Why we picked this
Best Value: iPhone 17 Pro is the most compact productivity-focused option here, combining strong sustained performance, excellent software support, Apple Intelligence, USB-C, and a versatile professional camera system. It is easier to handle than the larger alternatives while retaining premium build quality. Compared with Galaxy S26 Ultra, it offers a simpler iOS workflow; compared with iPhone 17 Pro Max, it sacrifices display and battery size for portability.
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Where to buy
est. £1,099Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
iPhone 17 Pro Max
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: iPhone 17 Pro Max is the best choice for users who want maximum iOS endurance, the largest iPhone display, and exceptional 2TB capacity for extensive work files and media. Its A19 Pro platform is well suited to demanding productivity and creative workloads. Compared with iPhone 17 Pro, it provides more screen, battery, and storage; compared with Galaxy S26 Ultra, it offers less stylus and multitasking flexibility but a highly polished iOS workflow.
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Where to buy
est. £1,999Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.