Here are the best alternatives to an iPhone in 2025, grouped by what most people care about (camera, battery, value, compact size, foldables, privacy/minimalism). Short pros/cons and who each is best for are included so you can pick by priority.

Top flagship Androids (closest to an all‑round iPhone replacement)

• Samsung Galaxy S25 / S25 Plus / S25 Ultra — excellent displays, top performance, long feature set (S‑Pen on Ultra, best battery/screen options), very strong cameras and ecosystem (Samsung services/accessories). Great if you want a polished Android ecosystem with flagship hardware. (theguardian.com)
• Google Pixel 9 / Pixel 9 Pro — best-in-class computational photography, tightly integrated Android experience and advanced AI features (Gemini/AI tooling), long software support. Ideal if you want the cleanest Android and top photo software. (theguardian.com)
• OnePlus 13 — flagship performance at a typically lower price than some rivals, strong battery life and fast charging, competitive camera hardware. Good if you want flagship specs/value balance. (yfgaw.com)

Best foldables (if you want bigger screen or a “phone + small tablet”)

• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold / Z Flip series — mature foldable ecosystem, big internal displays (Fold) or compact clamshell (Flip), multi‑window productivity. Good for multitaskers and media viewers. (theguardian.com)
• OnePlus Open 2 — large internal display and high-end specs for foldable fans who want flagship performance in a foldable form. Best for early adopters who prioritize a premium foldable experience. (simplymac.com)

Best value / midrange options

• Google Pixel 9a — “Pixel” software and camera experience at a much lower price; excellent for budget-conscious buyers who still want strong software and camera features. (simplymac.com)
• OnePlus 12R / Motorola Edge midrange models — solid hardware and displays for the price, often the best “bang for buck” with respectable cameras and fast charging. Good if you want most flagship features without flagship cost. (59zw.com)

Best for privacy / minimalism / repairability (non‑iPhone use cases)

• Fairphone (Gen. 6 / Fairphone 6) — modular, repairable phone focused on sustainability and repairability; good if you value ethical sourcing and long lifecycles. (en.Wikipedia.org)
• Light Phone III (and other “dumb” or minimalist phones) — for people who want to escape the app ecosystem and focus on calls/text/navigation with limited distractions. (en.Wikipedia.org)

How to choose (quick guide)

• If you prioritize camera and AI/photo features: Pixel 9 / Pixel 9 Pro. (theguardian.com)
• If you want the most polished hardware, wide accessory ecosystem, and multiple size choices: Samsung Galaxy S25 line (or Galaxy Z Fold/Z Flip for foldables). (theguardian.com)
• If you want flagship specs for the price: OnePlus 13 or similar “flagship killer.” (yfgaw.com)
• If you want long software support and security updates: Pixel phones are known for long OS/support windows; Samsung also offers extended update commitments on recent flagships. (theguardian.com)
• If you want repairability and sustainability: Fairphone. (en.Wikipedia.org)

If you tell me which 2–3 things matter most to you (camera, battery, size, price, privacy, ecosystem/apps, or accessories), I’ll narrow the list to the single best pick and give model-specific buying tips (storage, cases, carrier compatibility and trade‑in ideas).