Published May 14, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended CES to uncover powerful hardware that isn't dominated by Google like the Mudita Kompakt. I trawl through Android news daily, hunting for stories that have real-world consequences. I hold a BA in History & Classics.

There is no objectively best Android phone. Everyone has different needs, so what's best for one person may be useless for another.

But at every price, some phones don't justify their cost.…