Smartphone devices allow users to do much more than make phone calls. They also facilitate email communications, instant messaging, video conferencing, and many other forms of mobile communication. They offer a smart way to remain connected to business activities on the go.
As a business professional, deciding which smartphone is best for managing and monitoring your business can be daunting. Let’s examine the ideal smartphones for business needs.
Should you always choose from the newest phones? No. The best phone for your business is the one that most efficiently gets the work done. We’ve compared between generations, with the understanding that different features may appeal in various use cases. However, we have updated this article with the latest models.
Best smartphones for business professionals in 2025
iPhone 16 Pro Max
The iPhone 16 Pro Max has several differentiators from the previous generations, but one of the most remarkable is the battery life. Do you need a phone that can hold up to a day of filming, taking client calls, and hailing Ubers? Apple says the iPhone 16 Pro Max has enough juice for 33 hours of video playback, which is plenty of time to reduce energy anxiety even on long work days. That’s 10 more hours than the estimated battery life of the iPhone 15 Pro.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max boasts an A18 Pro chip for speed. It is also the first generation of iPhone made with Apple Intelligence in mind. Writing assistance, image editing, and a chattier Siri are all baked into the design.
The cameras have a host of new features, including 4K120 fps video recording, a new 48MP Ultra Wide camera, and a 5x Telephoto camera. Satellite messaging and roadside assistance (free for two years after purchase) provide safety nets on the go.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a high-end Android offering with 12 GB of RAM, storage of up to 1 TB, and a bright Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display.
Similar to the iPhone 16 Pro Max, it’s set apart somewhat by its size, with a 6.40-inch screen that works with the S-pen stylus. Samsung says the battery provides 30 hours of video playback time.
Galaxy AI brings Circle to Search, live translation, note-taking assistance, and photo editing. If photo editing is part of your business, the ProVisual Engine might be key – it rounds up all of Samsung’s AI editing tools.
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Google phones are known for remarkable cameras, and the premium Pixel 9 Pro is no different. Google’s flagship Pro model brings souped-up camera options — a 50 MP main camera, 48 MP telephoto, 48 MP ultrawide, and a 42 MP front camera — and advanced photo settings. It captures 8K video, too. Built-in AI features mean you can also edit photos with unprecedented versatility — including some not found on the base model of the Pixel 9.
The Pixel 9 Pro uses the Google Tensor G4 chip and has 16 GB RAM, compared with the base model’s 12 GB RAM.
The Google Pixel 9 Pro comes in the XL option, measuring 6.8” instead of 6.3″.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6’s large screen with various configuration possibilities makes it a versatile companion during business meetings or day-to-day work. If you want a device that sits between a phone and a tablet, this might be the right pick for your professional life. Samsung advertises greater durability for the most vulnerable part of the device: that stylish hinge. The screen has been slimmed down to 6.1 mm, and the display brightened compared to the previous iteration.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 runs on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy and an NPU, allowing Galaxy AI features.
Samsung Galaxy A35G
While there are phone brands outside the big three that could work for business, it’s hard to argue with the pedigree of the most popular options. But what about a phone on a budget? Samsung offers the cost-effective A series with many of the same features as the flagship series for a fraction of the price.
The Galaxy A35 5G runs on Samsung’s small but effective Exynos 1380 processor. By default, the phone comes with 6GB of memory and 128GB of storage, which can be expanded to 1 TB through a microSD slot. It includes Google’s new Circle to Search but not as many Galaxy AI capabilities as the flagship phones. The array of cameras includes a 50 MP wide-angle lens.
