Samsung on Monday added the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra to its Certified Re-Newed program in the United States, offering factory-refurbished devices at discounts of up to $200 off original retail prices.
Key points
- Samsung added the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra to its Certified Re-Newed store on September 14, 2026.
- Refurbished prices start at $759 for the S26, $929 for the S26+, and $1,099 for the S26 Ultra.
- Each phone includes a new battery, genuine Samsung parts, and a standard one-year manufacturer warranty.
- Eligible trade-in devices can yield up to $720 in purchase credits directly through Samsung's website.
The move gives buyers access to current-generation flagship hardware at lower price points while component costs and memory shortages continue to keep standard retail pricing elevated. All three devices are sold unlocked and exclusively through the official Samsung online storefront.
Pricing and Hardware Discounts
The Certified Re-Newed lineup discounts each tier of the flagship range. The base Galaxy S26 starts at $759, representing a $140 reduction from its standard $899 launch price. The Galaxy S26+ starts at $929, reflecting a $170 savings compared to its $1,099 sticker price.
Buyers targeting the top-tier Galaxy S26 Ultra can purchase renewed units starting at $1,099, which is $200 below the original $1,299 base price. Base storage configurations reflect those of retail models, running on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy and supporting Galaxy AI software features such as Now Brief and Now Nudge.
| Model | Original Price | Certified Re-Newed Price | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S26 | $899 | $759 | $140 |
| Galaxy S26+ | $1,099 | $929 | $170 |
| Galaxy S26 Ultra | $1,299 | $1,099 | $200 |
Reconditioning Standards and Warranty Coverage
Unlike third-party refurbishers, Samsung reconditions these units in-house. Company engineers inspect every handset across 147 points, replacing worn components with 100 percent genuine Samsung parts. Every renewed device also receives a brand-new original equipment manufacturer battery before repackaging.
Each Galaxy S26 Certified Re-Newed purchase includes a one-year limited warranty identical to the coverage provided with brand-new devices. Customers can also add the Samsung Care+ with Theft and Loss protection plan. That optional service provides unlimited battery repairs along with zero-dollar repairs for cracked displays and back glass damage.
Color Options and Trade-In Terms
Samsung is offering all six launch colorways across the three renewed models:
- White
- Sky Blue
- Pink Gold
- Black
- Silver Shadow
- Cobalt Violet
Samsung’s storefront lists promotional trade-in credits valued at up to $720 toward a certified renewed purchase, depending on the condition and age of the surrendered handset. Samsung previously brought the Galaxy S24 lineup to its refurbished store in April 2025, but this release marks the fastest turnover from an initial product launch to the certified refurbished catalog for a standard Galaxy S flagship generation.
