Smartphones seem to be getting more and more expensive by the year. Even Apple’s middle-market iPhone 14 comes in at a starting price of $799. Prospects don’t get better on the Android side either, with the Samsung Galaxy S22 also starting at $799.
With prices like that, can you even find an affordable smartphone anymore? One that has solid, essential features but doesn’t hurt your wallet?
Actually, you can — and one of our picks is only $99. We’ve rounded up the five best cheap smartphones on the market to help you find a deal that works best for your lifestyle and budget. Here are today’s best deals:
Best Budget Smartphones
Phone Best Price
Apple iPhone SE
Best Budget iPhone
$429 LEARN MORE
Google Pixel 6a
Best Budget Android
$449 LEARN MORE
OnePlus Nord N20 5G
Best Under $300
$299 LEARN MORE
Motorola Moto G Power
The Best Battery
$199 LEARN MORE
BLU G51S
The Best Under $100
$99 LEARN MORE 5 Smartphones That Don’t Break the Bank Photo courtesy of Apple
Apple iPhone SE: Best Budget iPhone
Key Features
Access to Apple software and services Excellent 12 MP f/1.8 rear camera Among the best built of selected budget phones
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