Depending on how you count, it’s either the second, third, or even fourth iteration of Samsung’s folding phone design. The first was pulled from the market days before release because it was too fragile. The second was the official release, but it was still surrounded by a fog of uncertainty.

Big; high refresh rate glass screen; Big; actually usable cover display; Improved; but not yet great; tablet interface

Awkward form factor when closed; Expensive; Cameras are a step down from the Note 20 Ultra or Galaxy S20

I really enjoyed my time with the Z Fold 2 and despite not liking its bulkiness and weight it's my favourite Android phone currently on the market

Great design; The best foldable smartphone; mulit-tasking great

So expensive; Heaviest phone on the market; Lacks waterproofing

Released in September 2020, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G is the brand’s followup on the first Galaxy Z Fold, which was released in late 2019. It has a bigger cover display (6.2 vs.

Accurate target exposure, Vivid colors, Ultra-wide captures very wide field of view; Good white balance in video in most situations, Efficient stabilization on hand-held static videos, Pinch-in and -out zoom is smooth in preview.

With a bigger cover display, improved design and innovative Flex Mode, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 is the best foldable phone yet and a productivity powerhouse. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 is the quintessential example of a company listening to its customers and delivering a wide range of improvements they...

Bigger cover display, Flex Mode adds versatility, Improved multitasking, More durable design, Apps make use of tablet mode

Quite expensive, Relatively heavy, Not water resistant

3 months old and main screen slowly turns black from the centre fold out. Samsung wants phone for 5 to 7 working days to access. Leaving me with no phone

Based on our limited time with the Galaxy Z Fold 2, it appears that Samsung has addressed all the complaints users had with the original Fold. It’s still a premium device with a specific target market, but the larger screens and better software make it a more attractive proposition for those who...

Much bigger front screen; High-end specs and camera

Not waterproof; Pricing puts it out of reach for many

I started out as a folding phone critic. In fact, I bought the Z Flip we reviewed this spring with the full intention of pointing out how dumb the idea was, except I was dead wrong.

Build quality Some of the nicest hardware I've ever touched; Folding screen Big, super-smooth, bright display; Bigger cover display It's large enough you can actually do stuff on it; Multitasking This has enough space and the right tools to do real work on a phone.

Price $2,000 is whole lot of money to spend on a phone; Average cameras Not living up to the price tag; Folding screen Unarguably less durable than a Gorilla Glass or Victus display; No IP rating Understandable given the design, but still a bummer.

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 has arrived! With life now complete, I’ll be exiting – was great knowing you all. Fine, I won’t leave just yet because we have an unboxing to do, probably a review, tips and tricks, the works. But then, I’m just not sure how Android will need to try any longer since Tim and I...

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 is miles ahead of any other foldable device on the market right now.

Both displays are now usable; Impressive battery life; More durable than you'd expect

Very thick and heavy; Super expensive; Multi-window mode doesn't seem to be polished enough

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 is the first foldable to feel fully baked. At $1,999 / £1,799, you’re certainly paying for the privilege of owning one, but thanks to its eye-catching design and smart utility, there’s a lot to love about it. Unfortunately, there’s nothing pioneering about its cameras.

Most polished foldable available; Very powerful; Exquisite design

Incredibly expensive; Cameras good; not great; Thick when closed