Don’t bother with Moto’s new Razr Ultra — last year’s model is nearly half off and virtually identical
Source: 9to5Google
Motorola finally unveiled its latest Razr lineup, but calling the trio of clamshells an upgrade would be a stretch. The 2026 Razr, Razr+, and Razr Ultra all contain only minor changes compared to their predecessors, making it hard to justify their higher prices—especially when some of those changes aren’t improvements. If you act fast, you can snag last year’s Razr Ultra for roughly half off, bringing the price below what Moto is asking for its newest base model.
Current Offers
Motorola’s web store has the best deal: a 1 TB Razr Ultra in any color except Cabaret for $800, plus a free pair of last year’s Moto Buds+. This price is before any additional trade‑in discounts—Motorola is currently adding about $65 in value to most devices—so the original $1,300 MSRP is nearly halved. It’s also the only way to get a Razr with a full terabyte of storage, as that option is being discontinued with the new release.
Retailer Options
Amazon
Amazon offers the Razr Ultra in Rio Red or Cabaret for $800, but this is the 512 GB model and does not include the free earbuds. It can still be a good choice if you prefer Amazon’s return policy or have gift cards.
Best Buy
Best Buy goes a step further, selling last year’s Razr Ultra in any color except Cabaret for $700, or $600 if you activate the phone through Verizon or AT&T at checkout. Even without activation, that’s $600 less than the MSRP and $800 less than the price of the new model, with virtually no loss in overall experience.
What You Sacrifice with the New Model
The upcoming Razr Ultra upgrades include a larger 5,000 mAh battery (up from 4,700 mAh), improved front‑cover glass, and a minor camera upgrade that adds LOFIC technology to the 50 MP main sensor for better dynamic range. Aside from a few software tweaks, that’s the full list of changes. While nice, these improvements don’t seem worth the $700–$900 price jump, especially given the modest hardware differences.
Software Support
Both the 2025 and 2026 Razr Ultras will receive three major Android OS upgrades. The 2025 model gets four years of bi‑monthly security patches (support through 2029), while the 2026 variant gets five years (support through 2031). Motorola’s track record on timely updates is mixed, which may further diminish the appeal of waiting for the newer model.
Conclusion
The discount on last year’s Razr Ultra is unlikely to last long. Whether you buy directly from Motorola, Amazon, or Best Buy, you’re getting a solid phone at a compelling price. If you’re interested in a Razr Ultra, now is the time to cash in on these deals.
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