Smartphone devices allow users to do much more than make phone calls. They also facilitate email communication, instant messaging, video conferencing and many other forms of mobile communication. They provide a smart way to stay connected to business activities on the go.

As a business person, deciding which smartphone is best for managing and monitoring your business can be daunting. Let’s explore the ideal smartphones for business needs.

Do you always have to choose from the latest phones? No. The best phone for your business is the one that gets the job done most efficiently. We compared between generations, with the understanding that different features may appeal to different use cases. However, we have updated this article with the latest models.

Best smartphones for business people 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. Need a phone that can last up to a day of filming, taking customer calls and hailing Ubers? Apple says the iPhone 16 Pro Max has enough juice for 33 hours of video playback, which is enough time to reduce energy anxiety, even on long workdays. That’s 10 hours more 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 iPhone made with Apple Intelligence in mind. Writing help, image editing and a conversational 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 12GB of RAM, up to 1TB of storage and a bright dynamic AMOLED 2X display.

Similar to the iPhone 16 Pro Max, it is somewhat distinguished by its size, with a 6.40-inch display that works with the S-pen stylus. Samsung says the battery offers 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 the key – it wraps 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 revamped camera options – a 50 MP main camera, 48 MP telephoto, 48 MP ultra-wide and a 42 MP front camera – and advanced photo settings. It also records 8K video. 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 16GB of RAM, compared to the base model’s 12GB of RAM.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro comes in the XL option, which measures 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 options makes it a versatile companion during business meetings or daily work. If you want a device that sits between a phone and a tablet, this might be the right choice for your professional life. Samsung advertises greater durability for the most vulnerable part of the device: that stylish hinge. The display has been scaled down to 6.1mm, and the display has brightened compared to the previous iteration.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 runs on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy and an NPU, which enables Galaxy AI features.

Samsung Galaxy A35G

While there are phone brands outside of the big three that can 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 efficient Exynos 1380 processor. By default, the phone comes with 6GB of memory and 128GB of storage, which can be expanded up to 1TB through a microSD slot. It features Google’s new Circle to Search, but not as many Galaxy AI capabilities as the flagship phones. The range of cameras includes a 50 MP wide-angle lens.