Budget-friendly phone guides with clear comparisons on camera, battery, and performance—so you can pick the best value without overspending in 2025.
Looking for the best phones under $150 in 2025? I compared the top budget smartphones based on performance, battery life, display, and usability to help you choose the right one.
Samsung mid-range guide: how we test, how to choose, region/band compatibility tips, deal tracking, and troubleshooting. Includes links to our main comparison.
Buying a budget phone in 2025 isn’t about chasing specs — it’s about avoiding the common traps. Use this simple checklist to pick the right phone under $200–$300: performance, display, camera, battery, updates, and carrier compatibility.
Mid-range in 2025 is about smart trade-offs: smooth performance, a good display, reliable cameras, strong battery, and long-term updates — without paying flagship prices. Here’s how to tell if a phone is truly mid-range and how to buy confidently.
We compared the best 5G phones under $300 in 2025 — including Samsung, Motorola, OnePlus, and Nokia — to help you find the best balance of price, performance, display, battery life, and long-term support.
The best smartphones for kids and teenagers in 2025 — affordable, durable, and parent-friendly options from Samsung, Motorola, and Apple.
I compared Samsung’s value phones for 2025 — Galaxy A16 5G, Galaxy M55 5G, and Galaxy A35 5G — to help you pick the right balance of price, performance, camera, and display. Most configs hover around $250–$300 (A35 often higher).
The best phones under $200 in 2025: big batteries, smooth 90–120Hz displays, and dependable performance. We compare TCL 60 XE NXTPAPER 5G, OUKITEL C59 Pro, and DOOGEE Note 58 with pros/cons, specs, camera notes, and buying tips.
Looking for the best cheap 5G phones in 2025? Compare Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, Poco M7 Pro 5G, and CMF Phone 2 Pro. Affordable 5G smartphones under $300 with AMOLED, big batteries, and solid cameras.