The Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy S26 are now available under the Samsung Certified Re-Newed programme (CRN). These are refurbished models, which Samsung says are in like-new condition and at a great value. With this scheme, more interested buyers can get their hands on the flagship lineup at more accessible prices. The refurbished Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy S26 are also available at up to 85 percent of the launch price.
Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26 refurbished prices
The Galaxy S26 Ultra (review) under the Samsung Certified Re-Newed programme (CRN) starts at Rs 1,18,999 for the 256GB variant. This is Rs 12,000 less than the new model, which is available at Rs 1,30,999 for the same memory variant. The 256GB variant, which originally costs Rs 1,50,999, is available at Rs 1,35,999 for the renewed model.
| Variant | Renewed price | Original price |
| 256GB | Rs 1,18,999 | Rs 1,30,999 |
| 512GB | Rs 1,35,999 | Rs 1,50,999 |
As for the Galaxy S26 (review), you can get the renewed model for Rs 74,799 for the 256GB, which otherwise costs Rs 79,999. The Galaxy S26 512GB variant is available at Rs 91,799, which is Rs 8,200 less than the new model, priced at Rs 99,999.
| Variant | Renewed price | Original price |
| 256GB | Rs 74,799 | Rs 79,999 |
| 512GB | Rs 91,799 | Rs 99,999 |
Samsung says that every device under this program is “inspected, cleaned, refurbished and tested through a Samsung-certified renewal process to meet Samsung’s standards for quality, performance and reliability.” Samsung also replaces parts whenever required with genuine parts from the company. These devices are also equipped with a Samsung-certified battery that meets Samsung’s quality standards.
These devices are reset and updated to the latest software update before shipping them out. You also get a one-year company warranty on the refurbished units. This way, you’re getting a somewhat new phone at a more affordable price than the original one. Also, since it’s coming directly from Samsung with an in-house warranty, you can pretty much trust it.
With the rapid increase in smartphone prices, it might just make sense to go for these refurbished phones if you still want to invest in a Samsung flagship. If you’re upgrading from an older flagship, the Galaxy S26 makes sense, as it costs the same as last year’s Galaxy S25 and offers more storage. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is the latest model and the most advanced for Samsung, so there’s nothing like it if you can afford it.
