It’s a funny thing, this idea of calling something the best. After all, everyone wants to think that their favorite of anything is the best — the best album, book, or cup of coffee — but that can’t always be true. And, when you apply the idea of being the best to a category as wide open as Android phones, which can come in different shapes, sizes, and prices, the task becomes even greater.
However, I think I have a pretty good idea of what makes an Android phone great. I test and review dozens of them every year, and I’ve spent time with just about every phone you can get your hands on in the US (and even some that you can only buy elsewhere). And, across my many Android-fueled adventures, I’ve learned to pick the qualities that make a phone worth buying. So, with that in mind, here’s what I think are the best Android phones you can buy in 2025.