If your chosen carrier is Verizon and you’re trying to decide which phone to get or which upgrade to choose, this page has the answer. Luckily, not only is Verizon ranked as the nation’s largest network, it’s also a showcase for some of the best phones this side of the asteroid belt. Since pinpointing the exact handset of your dreams is no facile task, we’ve taken the liberty of doing the hard work for you. From the iPhone 6S ($650) to the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge ($794), and every phone in between, we’ve ranked all of the best phones available on Verizon Wireless. No need to thank us, we do it because we care.

Verizon phones: The options explained

TechRadar’s guide to finding the best Verizon phone for you

To rank the best of the best in Verizon’s world of phones, we reviewed just about every contender and balanced the value of the phone compared to Verizon’s asking price. We also disregarded any personal preferences and/or biases towards specific operating systems, be it Android, iOS or Windows. At the bottom of the page you’ll find the overall top 10 rankings, we reviewed every contender and weighed the value of each against Verizon’s price point.

How to choose the best Verizon phones for you:

All of the phones we chose can be used on The Verizon Plan, the company’s main data sharing option. Through this plan, the cost of your device (or remaining cost if you make a down payment) is split into monthly installments across 24 months. If you’re comparing prices to AT&T plans, Verizon payments are spread over 24 months and AT&T is over 30 months, causing a slight discrepancy in price comparison. In case you’re still shopping around for the perfect Verizon plan, check out our rundown of the best plans the carrier has to offer.

The best Verizon phones for every budget:

Best of the best: Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

After much deliberation, we found that the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge is the very best handset that Verizon has to offer. Boasting an impressively sharp 12MP camera, the long-awaited return of the SD card slot and arguably the most innovative design on the market, the Galaxy S7 Edge is nothing short of impressive. To top it all off, the phone is natively water resistant for 30 minutes in over 4 feet of water, giving more adventurous customers some peace of mind. This phone starts at $33.00/month. Check out our test of the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge for more reasons why it’s simply the best.

Best Apple phone: iPhone 6S

Although we ditched any personal biases while making this ranking, we don’t expect you to do the same, and if you prefer iOS, you’re in luck. As we’ve come to expect, Apple has one of the very best phones on the market in the iPhone 6S, the Cupertino outfit’s latest entry into the phablet game. Although its size may sacrifice some one-handed functionality over the iPhone SE, the iPhone 6S makes up for it in spades. On top of a stellar camera, the phone boasts a crystal clear Retina Display as well as Apple’s strongest battery to date. Without a doubt, the iPhone 6S is the very best Apple product Verizon has to offer. The 16GB version starts at $27.08/month. Here’s our test of Apple’s flagship handset.

Best Android: LG G5

If we were being consistent, the best Android would definitely be either the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge or the Galaxy S7. However, with so many other excellent Android phones offered up by Verizon, the is a golden opportunity to shine the spotlight on an unsung Android hero: the surprisingly impressive LG G5. This phone represents everything people loved about Android from the get go; customization. Something as simple as removing and replacing the battery sort of warms the heart of all of us who always loved tinkering with our phones in days past. This phone also runs at lightning speeds on a glorious 5.3-inch IPS display with a 16MP camera that’s nothing to scoff at. This could be the Android dark horse over at Verizon. The LG G5 starts at $26.00/month.

Best value phone: Apple iPhone SE

Still haven’t found the perfect deal? The iPhone SE might be the phone you’re looking for. Apple’s newest value phone is simple reminder of a day when our cell phones actually fit in our pockets, but don’t let its size fool you. This powerful phone runs on the same guts that power the brilliant iPhone 6S and is home to a swanky 12MP camera with 4K video capture. The best part? The 16GB version starts at only $16.66, making this, in our opinion, the very best value Verizon has to offer. Take a peek at our full review for the iPhone SE.

Best affordable phone: Microsoft Lumia 735

There’s no shame in penny-pinching, especially when you don’t have to sacrifice quality. The Microsoft Lumia 735 is the perfect option for the customer looking to save the big bucks from month to month without giving up smartphones altogether. But this isn’t just an affordable device to get you by — the Lumia 735 is a seriously powerful device. The handset runs Windows Phone 8.1 and features a removable battery, Micro SD card slot and a clear 4.7-inch OLED display. Most importantly, you can get this phone for a jaw-dropping $5.00/month.

The 10 best Verizon phones for you…

Verizon has no shortage of top-of-the-line phones to choose from, ranging from under $10/month to over $30/month, allowing you to decide just how much you want to invest in your smartphone.
While you’re free to peruse Verizon’s site for hours to find their best phones, we figured we might as well do it for you. Here’s our breakdown of the very best phones Verizon Wireless has to offer.

1. Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge | Android 6.0 | 5.5-inch screen | 12MP/5MP camera | From $33.00/month
Simply put, this is the best phone on the market at the moment. As I mentioned, the native water resistance paired with a sharp camera and an even sharper design make this a phone to covet. I highly recommend this phone to anyone living an active lifestyle, especially around water, or to someone who simply wants the best phone available at the moment. It’s that good.

2. Samsung Galaxy S7 | Android 6.0 | 5.1-inch screen | 12MP/5MP camera | From $28.00/month
This phone would easily be number one on our list, if Samsung hadn’t outdone themselves with the S7 Edge. This phone’s pristine 5.1 inch display paired with the desperately missed SD card slot are just glimpses at what makes this phone second to only the S7 edge.

3. Apple iPhone 6S Plus | iOS 9 | 5.5-inch screen | 12MP/5MP camera | From $31.24/month
Although the standard iPhone 6S is already impressive on its own, the 6S Plus finds a way to best it. As we mentioned earlier, the battery in the iPhone 6S Plus is leagues better than any other iPhone to date. The larger-than-life handset also boasts a Retina display with Force Touch capability and a razor-sharp camera, making this the very best iOS device money can buy.

View Verizon plans for the iPhone 6S Plus

3. Apple iPhone 6S | iOS 9 | 4.7-inch screen | 12MP/5MP camera | From $27.08/month
The iPhone 6S is as impressive as the 6S Plus. In fact, many would prefer the size on the 6S over the 6S Plus. The comparatively lackluster battery life is really the only issue holding back from competing with its larger counterpart. Still, if you’re looking to get an iPhone that fits in your pocket with ease, the iPhone 6S might be the one for you.

5. HTC 10 | Android 6.0.1 | 5.2-inch screen | 12MP camera | From $27.00/month
The HTC 10 deserves a spot on our list for a myriad of reasons, but its hi-res audio this handset pumps out that really makes it unique. This phone is a must have for any audiophiles looking for the best possible way to pump the tunes, as well as anyone looking for just a solid Android.

6. LG G5 | Android 6.0 | 5.3-inch screen | 16MP/8MP/8MP camera | From $26.00/month
While this is a stellar Android phone for a host of reasons, its modular design and easy battery access make this a formidable entry into the Android lineup. I would recommend this device to anyone who longs for the Android days of yesteryear and needs a steady, no fuss handset.

7. Samsung Galaxy Note 5 | Android 5.1 | 5.7-inch screen | 16MP/5MP camera | From $29.00/month
The Galaxy Note is the original oversized phone, but Samsung has found a way to keep it just as relevant as ever, if not more.This phone’s sleek design, stylus, and general feel echo the Galaxy S series to a tee. This phone is perfect for anyone looking that biggest and fastest phone out on the market. The Samsung Galaxy Note is one of the original phablets, inspiring many other phone in its likeness.

8. LG V10 | Android 5.1 | 4.7-inch screen | 16MP/5MP camera | From $28.00/month
The LG V10 is yet another impressive entry from LG. Otherwise known as the selfie king, the LG V10 can take 120 degree wide angle photos with its front facing camera, negating the need to ever look silly with a selfie-stick ever again. Isn’t that reason enough to buy it?

9. iPhone 6 Plus | iOS 8 | 5.5-inch screen | 8MP/1.2MP camera | From $27.08/month
Is it the latest and greatest? No. Is it still one of the most solid choices on the market? You bet. The iPhone 6 Plus was a revolutionary step for Apple, entering the phablet game with a roar. With a crystal clear 5.5 inch retina display and tons of performance improvements over previous iPhones, the 6 Plus is still an excellent option at a slightly more affordable price.

View Verizon plans for the iPhone 6 Plus

10. iPhone SE | iOS 9 | 4.0-inch screen | 12MP/1.2MP camera | From $16.66/month
For those longing for the days when the iPhone could fit in the palm of your hand, the iPhone SE is likely exactly what you’ve been waiting for. This thing runs on the same heavy duty guts that the iPhone 6S runs on, with several other features that make it a strong entry into the iPhone line.

If some of these recommendations are a tad bit expensive for your taste, Verizon offers some excellent affordable phones, including our previously recommended Microsoft Lumia 735 and the LG K4 LTE .

• Windows Lumia 735 | Windows Phone 8.1 | 4.7-inch screen | 6.7MP camera | From $5.00/month
• LG K4 LTE | Android 5.1.1 | 4.5-inch screen | 5MP/2MP camera | From $5.00/month