Samsung Galaxy S6

The Galaxy S6 is the Android phone to beat and the best smartphone overall. The new glass-and-metal design looks elegant and feels sturdy. The Galaxy S6 sports a bright 5.1-inch QHD display that's more colorful and higher-res than the iPhone and a sharper 16-megapixel camera that lets in more light. The front 5-MP camera takes awesome selfies, too. You also get a very fast octa-core processor and built-in wireless charging, plus longer battery life than the iPhone 6.

If you can afford the $100 premium, the Galaxy S6 Edge boasts a curved display that provides quick access to your favorite contacts.