Foldable phones offer unique features but come with trade-offs such as higher cost, weight, and fragility compared to traditional smartphones. There are primarily two types: book-style foldables that open like a tablet and flip-style foldables resembling a classic flip phone with a smaller outer display. Choosing between these depends on whether you want a larger screen experience or a compact, smartwatch-like device. To protect your investment, purchasing an extended warranty is advisable due to potential repair costs and delicate hardware.
Highlighting 2025’s best foldables: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads book-style phones with a great design, good screens, and seven years of updates but at a high price; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 stands out as the best flip-style foldable with practical cover screen and long support; Motorola’s Razr Ultra offers the most fun and stylish design; Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 excels for multitasking enthusiasts, and the Oppo Find N5 impresses with ultra-thin design though limited to certain markets. Other noteworthy devices include the OnePlus Open and Huawei Mate XT with unique form factors.
Upcoming innovations may see even lighter, thinner, and more durable foldables from major brands like Samsung, as teased for their next Unpacked event.
