Motorola Razr 60 Ultra

When flip phones were reborn with the introduction of a foldable version, many people had visions of them taking over from regular smartphones as the industry standard.

- Anyron Copeman

Almost six years later, that's yet to materialise, but it's not for lack of trying. Plenty of companies have launched foldable flip phones recently, yet two brands have come to dominate the market, at least in the West.

The Galaxy Z Flip line might seem like the obvious choice, but Samsung continues to face strong competition from Motorola and the revival of its classic Razr line.

In 2025, the latter is available in two models. The regular Razr 60, known as the Razr (2025) in some markets, is likely to be a popular option. But the focus here is on the flagship Razr 60 Ultra, or Razr Ultra 2025 (as it's known in North America), which introduces several upgrades compared to last year, but also raises the price. Does that make it the ultimate flip phone in 2025? I spent a week using the Razr 60 Ultra (as I'll be referring to it from now on) as my main device to find out.

DESIGN

The Razr 60 Ultra is hands-down the most beautiful phone I've ever used. That has a lot to do with the available finishes, all of which lean on Motorola's partnership with colour experts Pantone.

I've tried all four, and as eye-catching as the 'Rio Red' and 'Cabaret' options are, the two others instantly stand out. 'Scarab' sees soft Alcantara material make its way onto phones for the first time, and I love the way it looks and feels. However, even in my brief hands-on time, I noticed how easily it accumulates visible dust and dirt.

Therefore, my pick of the bunch is 'Mountain Trail', which just so happens to be the version I've been testing for this review. It's partly made from real wood, offering a unique natural finish that adds grip and avoids the buildup of any noticeable dirt. I love it.