11 things you can buy for the same price as the $2,900 Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold

Galaxy Z TriFold with devices shown on its display.
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I still can’t get over the fact that Samsung is asking a whopping $2,899 for the Galaxy Z TriFold. Whether it ultimately becomes the phone-meets-tablet hybrid of my dreams remains to be seen, but that’s still an obscene amount of money to shell out for a handheld device..

I can certainly appreciate how it could serve double duty and lighten my load during my commute. Yet, I can’t overlook the fact that I could use that money for something else. While I'm confident the TriFold is going to be one of the best foldable phones around, it does make me wonder what else you could buy for about the same price.

Galaxy Z TriFold: What you could buy instead

TCL  98-inch Q6-Series QLED TV
TCL 98-inch Q6-Series QLED TV: was $2,999.99 now $1,299.99 at Best Buy

Why settle for only 10 inches? This 98-inch TCL Q6 OLED TV is way more suitable for watching all of your favorite shows and movies with its unparalleled brightness and outstanding color performance. This is probably way too much TV to fit most rooms, but if you're able to somehow cram it into your home, you can get that cinema-like experience.
Read our full review: TCL Q6 QLED TV

Apple MacBook Pro M5
Apple MacBook Pro M5: $1,999 at Apple

I get how the Galaxy Z TriFold is intruding into the laptop space, but I just can't fathom it reaching the same level of utility I could get with a laptop like the MacBook Pro with M5 chip. Apple's prized laptop starts at $1,999, with extra spending room to add on the necessary upgrades — like swapping its storage to a 4TB SSD and applying a nano-texture display
Read our full review: MacBook Pro M5

HP Omen 35L
HP Omen 35L: was $2,699.99 now $2,219.99 at Best Buy

Gaming on a phone is one thing, but it's totally something else with a proper gaming setup like the HP Omen 35L. Best Buy has this incredibly powerful gaming PC on sale complete with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 and a 1TB SSD, allowing you to experience graphically intensive titles like the Cyberpunk. You can't do that with Samsung's pricey foldable.
Read our full review: HP Omen 35L

Uneekor Eye Mini Lite
Uneekor Eye Mini Lite: was $2,750 now $2,337 at uneekor.com

For the ultimate golfer in your life, there's this entertaining professional-grade golf launch monitor that could help you improve your form. It delivers 19 precise data points and tracks your swings with pinpoint accuracy, so that you can get actionable insights to permanently lower your handicap.

Infinite Machine Olto
Infinite Machine Olto: $3,495 at infinitemachine.com

You might wow people unfolding the Galaxy Z TriFold to reveal its 10-inch display, but it's nothing like pulling up to a place with this cyberpunk inspired ebike. The Infinite Machine Olto may cost a bit more than Samsung's foldable, but you get a futuristic ebike that can go 40 miles with a full charge, 28 mph top speed, and the ability to carry another passenger.

Tonal Intelligent Home Gym
Tonal Intelligent Home Gym: was $4,875 now $3,485 at Best Buy

You might end up straining your neck with the dreaded 'tech neck' condition holding the Galaxy Z TriFold, but the Tonal Intelligent Home Gym can actually help you build muscle — which over time — can improve your health overall. Part weight lifting, part personal trainer, Tonal tracks and personalizes your workouts so you build strength.

DJI Mavic 3 Pro
DJI Mavic 3 Pro: was $3,889 now $2,489 at BHPhoto

You can actually still buy DJI's drones, including the Mavic 4 Pro, which could inherently help you generate additional income down the road as a professional drone flyer. Even if it's your first time, the DJI Mavic 3 Pro has everything you need to look like a pro — including a 20MP 5.1K Wide-Angle CMOS Hasselblad sensor to get crisp aerial footage. There's also a 70mm 48MP 3x zoom telephoto camera that lets you get closer to your subjects from afar.

Ecovacs Goat A3000 Robot Lawn Mower
Ecovacs Goat A3000 Robot Lawn Mower: at Best Buy

It's still wintertime for most people, but you can always plan ahead. I know first hand the what the best robot lawnmowers can do, but the the Ecovacs Goat A3000 is a powerhouse that relies on dual LiDAR and AI to maintain a perfect lawn. Time is money, which is why a robotic lawn mower such as this can is helpful because you can just sit and relax while it cuts your lawn. It's a hassle-free setup too because you don't have to put down boundary wires because it's smart enough to navigate itself.

Sleep Number Performance Series Mattress
Sleep Number Performance Series Mattress: $2,698.50 at Sleep Number

You might spend a lot of time on your phone, but in reality, a lot of it is spent sleeping on your bed. That's why you should look at a Sleep Number smart mattress because of how you can adjust its firmness to your exact preference. On top of that, it can track your sleeping patterns and provide meaningful insights to how you can improve your sleep score.

New York City Apartment Rental
New York City Apartment Rental: $2,400 at apartments.com

What's really nuts is that you can actually find a month's rental in the heart of New York City for less than the cost of buying the Galaxy Z TriFold. Who would've thought that a phone can cost nearly more than a month's worth of rent, but this listing for a studio apartment around Times Square is proof of that. Sure, you'll deal with the noise most likely, but at least you have a roof over your head.

World Cup Soccer Ticket
World Cup Soccer Ticket: $1,659 at tickets-center.com

For less than the cost of buying the Galaxy Z TriFold, you could treat yourself to a once in a lifetime experience with a ticket to a World Cup match between Brazil and Morocco this summer at Metlife Stadium in New Jersey.

Galaxy Z TriFold: Apple bundle

Why settle on just buying a singular gadget when you can buy an assortment of stuff to cover everything you want. What really blows my mind is that you're getting seven devices for less than the price of the Galaxy Z TriFold.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro: $1,099 at Best Buy

You'll need a flagship to start off, which is why the iPhone 17 Pro is my choice because it's what you'll end up interacting the most throughout your day. With its powerful A19 Pro chip, outstanding triple cameras, and a brand new design, the iPhone 17 Pro is truly a remarkable phone that in many ways beats the Galaxy Z TriFold.
Read our full review: iPhone 17 Pro

Apple MacBook Air M4
Apple MacBook Air M4: $999 at Best Buy

As much as Samsung says the Galaxy Z TriFold is equipped to handle laptop tasks, I know well that the MacBook Air M4 is more than capable. With its powerful M4 chip, you could even edit 4K video with ease and still type up reports way faster with its physical keyboard.
Read our full review: MacBook Air M4

Apple Watch SE 3
Apple Watch SE 3: $249 at Best Buy

When my iPhone's not within reach, I have my Apple Watch as backup to keep me connected for all the minor things, like text messages and other notifications. You could get the Apple Watch Series 11, but the SE 3 has all the essentials you need to track your workouts, make phone calls, and more.
Read our full review: Apple Watch SE 3

Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple AirPods Pro 3: was $249 now $199 at Walmart

Trust me, you don't want to be that person who whips out a phone to listen to their music on a cramped train ride. That's why the AirPods Pro 3 is my recommendation to get your music fix for all those times you just need to close out the world and listen to your tunes. With its awesome noise cancellation performance, you won't have to bother with the world.
Read our full review: AirPods Pro 3

Apple TV 4K
Apple TV 4K: $129 at Best Buy

At home, the Apple TV 4K has everything you need to enjoy your favorite movies and TV shows. With the intuitiveness of tvOS, you can quickly find new content to watch without all the lag and buffering that often muddies other streaming boxes.
Read our full review: Apple TV 4K

Apple HomePod Mini
Apple HomePod Mini: $99 at Walmart

Siri might be accessible on your phone, but I can't tell you how convenient it is to have it on a speaker like the HomePod Mini. I've had mine for a long time now to easily play music when and access all of my smart home gadgets. I've even paired two of them together to get stereo sound for even better audio playback.
Read our full review: HomePod Mini

Apple AirTag 2
Apple AirTag 2: $29 at Best Buy

Apple just recently announced the AirTag 2, with better Bluetooth range, stronger speaker, and even more precise tracking. The AirTag 2 is one of those accessories you think you might not need, but it has several practical applications from keeping tabs on where you left your keys, to also putting one on your pets if you let them loose outside your home.


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