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Flip phones are a smaller part of the foldable market than book-style models, and 2026 has been a quieter year for clamshell launches. Some brands skipped this generation, while others focused their efforts on larger foldable phones.
The flip phones that did arrive mostly improve on designs we have already seen rather than trying something completely new. Still, there are a few models worth considering. Based on their specs and early testing, these are the five flip phones that stand out in 2026.
1. Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra keeps the familiar clamshell design, with a 4-inch cover display and a larger 7-inch screen inside. Both are LTPO screens with a 165Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision support. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and comes with up to 16GB of RAM.
As for optics, you get dual 50MP lenses on the rear for wide and ultrawide shots, while there’s a third 50MP sensor for selfies. Keeping things running is a 5000mAh battery with 68W wired and 30W wireless charging support.
Motorola priced the phone at €1,399 in Europe. While it is not the cheapest option, you get a powerful processor, plenty of RAM, and large displays on both the inside and outside.
2. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is 6.1mm thick when unfolded and weighs 180 grams. It has a 6.9-inch OLED inner display with a 120Hz refresh rate, along with a 4.1-inch cover screen that Samsung calls the FlexWindow.
The phone uses the Exynos 2600 in most markets, while select regions get the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Regardless, all versions come with 12GB of RAM. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Flip 8 at $1,199, which is $100 more expensive than its predecessor.
The phone has a 4,300mAh battery with support for 25W wired and 15W wireless charging. Those numbers are lower than what Motorola and Xiaomi offer on their latest flip phones, but Samsung claims up to 31 hours of battery life on a full charge
Samsung’s biggest advantage, on conventional or foldable form, has always been the software support. The Z Flip 8 is promised seven major Android updates, giving it one of the longest support periods in the category. It also introduces an AI Assistant Activity Dashboard that shows users what background AI features are doing on the phone.
3. Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 was the first flip phone with a battery larger than 5,000mAh. It packs a 5,165mAh battery and supports 67W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. Xiaomi says the battery can last around half a day longer than the iPhone 16 Pro in its own tests.
The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite and features a 6.86-inch inner display and a 4.01-inch cover screen. Both panels offer a 1.5K resolution and up to 3,200 nits of peak brightness.
For cameras, Xiaomi uses a Leica-tuned 50MP main camera and a 50MP ultrawide camera. The phone starts at around 5,999 yuan in China, or roughly $835; that is, the device is currently exclusive to China. Importing is the only option if you’re to get one.
4. Huawei Pura X
The Huawei Pura X takes a different approach to the flip phone design. Instead of folding down into the usual tall and narrow shape, it folds sideways into a wider format.
It has a 6.3-inch inner OLED display with a 16:10 aspect ratio. The 3.5-inch outer display uses a square 1:1 aspect ratio, giving the phone a look that is quite different from the other models here.
The Pura X is powered by Huawei’s Kirin 9020 chip and is available with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. It also has a 4,720mAh battery with 66W wired and 40W wireless charging. The phone has an IPX8 water-resistance rating.
Prices start at around 7,499 yuan, or roughly $1,038. However, Huawei does not officially sell the Pura X outside China, so buyers in other markets would need to import it. If you want a foldable phone that looks different from the usual clamshells, the Pura X is the most interesting option here.
5. Motorola Razr 70
The standard Motorola Razr 70 keeps much of the same design as the Ultra but costs less. The base model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage starts at €869 in Europe.
It also has a 3.6-inch cover display, while the inner screen is 6.9 inches. As expected, Motorola cuts back on some of the performance and camera hardware compared with the Ultra model.
Still, you get the same basic clamshell design, a large cover screen, a folding inner display, and Motorola’s software experience for considerably less money.
If you want a flip phone from a major brand without spending flagship-level money, the Razr 70 is the best-value option on this list.
6. Which Flip Phone Should You Buy?
The best choice depends on what matters most to you. The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the strongest overall hardware, especially when it comes to the processor and RAM.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is the better pick if long-term software support is your priority, thanks to its seven major Android updates. The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 stands out for its 5,165mAh battery and dual 50MP Leica camera system.
Meanwhile, the Huawei Pura X is the most unusual option because of its wide folding design. It is worth considering if you want something different and can import the phone. Finally, the Motorola Razr 70 is the most affordable option from a major brand on this list.
With fewer clamshell phones launching in 2026, these five cover most of the main choices currently available. The right one ultimately comes down to whether you value performance, software support, battery life, design, or price most.
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