10 Best Best Budget Smartphones in the UK
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September 2025 Edition
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Google Pixel 8a – Unlocked Android smartphone with advanced Pixel Camera, 24-hour battery and powerful security – Obsidian, 128GB
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“This best budget smartphones is the best one we tested. In terms of quality, brand and price, we couldn't ask for more.”
Main Highlights
- The Pixel Camera takes amazing photos and videos, every time. With Google AI, you can create perfect group shots and fix blurry images.
- Did someone blink or look away? Pixel's Best Take combines similar photos into one fantastic picture where everyone looks their best.
- Audio Magic Eraser uses Google AI to reduce disruptive noises like cars and wind and highlight the sounds that you want.
- Photo Unblur in Google Photos can improve your blurry pictures new or old. With just a few taps, remove blur and visual noise.
- The Pixel Camera includes Super Res Zoom, so you can get up close without an extra telephoto lens.
- Pixel can wait on hold for you and display the menu options just tap the department you want.
- Call Screen can now detect and filter out even more spam calls. For other calls, it can tell you who's calling and why before you pick up.
- With improved clear calling, Pixel reduces background noise and enhances voices. So you can hear callers even when they're in a noisy place.
- Circle to search anything directly from the app that you're in. Just draw a circle around an image, text or video, and Google AI finds it fast.
- Pixel is built with safety features to help in an emergency. It can quickly call emergency services and share your accurate location.
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![Doro 8100 4G Unlocked Smartphone for Seniors - Easy Mobile Phone - 13MP Triple Camera - Water-resistant Android Phone - 6.1" HD Display - Assistance Button with GPS [UK and Irish Version] (Black)](/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fm.media-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F41TxtAKb4PL._SL500_.jpg&w=384&q=75)
Doro
Doro 8100 4G Unlocked Smartphone for Seniors - Easy Mobile Phone - 13MP Triple Camera - Water-resistant Android Phone - 6.1" HD Display - Assistance Button with GPS [UK and Irish Version] (Black)
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Main Highlights
- INTUITIVE MENUS: Fully featured yet easy to use, with large clear icons and an intuitive menu system. You will enjoy a great visual experience thanks to the 6.1" full screen, easy-to-read display.
- APPS: You can easily download and install any app of your choice from the Google Play Store. It comes with a pre-installed Google Assistant on the homepage as well as multiple Android and Google apps such as Gmail, Maps, YouTube and more.
- RESPONSE BY DORO: The Response button features on the back of the Doro 8100 and when pressed will alert all the responders that are set up and connected in the Response by Doro app. It shows the relatives the Doro users GPS location when the alert is sent and will connect them on a voice call should they accept the alert.
- TEAMVIEWER: Thanks to the pre-installed TeamViewer Quick Support app, you can get remote assistance from a trusted contact anywhere, anytime. The person you invite will then have temporary, full access to your smartphone, to make modifications directly on the Doro 8100 and they can help you using their own device wherever they might be.
- IMPROVED SOUND: Thanks to the HD Voice technology you will always be able to hear conversations clearly even in noisy environments. Enhanced sound levels for the ring signal sound as well as in call volumes. Hearing Aid Compatible (HAC). Compatibility Rating: M3/T3.
- TRIPLE CAMERA: The new triple-camera design, with simplified camera menu and a large, crisp display makes taking pictures so much fun. Main lens: 13MP, Portrait lens: 2MP, Macro lens: 2MP, Front camera: 5MP. Camera supports QR code reader.
- WATER RESISTANT: This smartphone is resistant to water splashes and is protected from a limited dust ingress. Classification: IP54.
- FACE RECOGNITION: You can set it to use your face to unlock your device or sign in to apps.
- MORE FEATURES: Internet access, Bluetooth, hands-free speakerphone, torch, calculator, calendar, compass, adjustable font and menu sizes, Wi-Fi access, Wi-Fi hotspot and NFC. Compatible with Nano SIM cards and a Micro SD card of up to 128GB.
- BATTERY: This smartphone comes with a UK power adaptor. USB C charging port.
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Samsung
Samsung Galaxy A15 Blue Black 6.5" 128GB 5G Unlocked & SIM Free Smartphone
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Main Highlights
- Colour: blue/black
- 2.2GHz MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Octa-Core Processor
- 50 megapixel main camera
- 16.4 cm (6.5 inch) Super AMOLED display with 1080 x 2340 pixels
- 128 GB internal memory, Android 14.0
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Blackview
Blackview WAVE 8 Mobile Phones, Android 14 Phone, 12GB+ 128GB/2TB, 6.56" +1080P FHD+90Hz, 5000mAh/10W Smartphone, 13MP Camera Octa Core, 4G Dual SIM Free Unlocked/Fingerprint/Face Unlocked/GPS-Black
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Main Highlights
- Latest Android 14 +DokeOS 4.0 SystemBlackview mobile phones is equipped with Android 14 plus DokeOS 4.0 system, which is 77 times faster than wireless BT, allowing you to share music, videos or photos instantly, even without an internet connection, and offline for network privacy. Meanwhile, WAVE 8's Atomised Memory 2.0 Intelligent Management creates up to 9% extra capacity for other tasks or multiple background apps.The LAT2 stays cool even under prolonged heavy use, so you can enjoy an uninterrupted gaming experience and long-lasting performance.
- 12GB ROM + 128GB RAM/2TB & Octa-Core ProcessorBlackview WAVE 8 Android Phone have 12GB RAM (4GB RAM + 8GB) + 128GB ROM/2TB storage. Say goodbye to annoying lag caused by insufficient RAM and multitask with ease. Meanwhile, the high-performance UnisocT606 octa-core processor ensures smooth running of daily tasks. Whether you're switching between applications, browsing or streaming media, the powerful architecture handles it all with ease, delivering a seamless experience.WAVE8 has you covered.
- 6.56 HD & 1080P FHD VideoBlackview Smartphone boasts WAVE8 6.56 display with 1080P FHD Vide and 90Hz Smart Refresh Rate takes you on a compelling visual experience with its high 81% screen-to-body ratio and 450 nits brightness, making the HD+IPS display more immersive with vibrant colours and sharp details when playing videos and browsing. In addition, the WAVE8 is equipped with a blue light filter to protect your eyes using night light, so you can watch your mobile phone in comfort anytime, anywhere.
- 5000mAh Battery &Powerful CameraThe Blackview unlocked phone features a high capacity 5000mAh/10W battery with up to 48 days of standby time! Whether you're a heavy or light user, the WAVE 8's superior battery life will exceed your expectations, ensuring you stay connected and productive all day long. The camera function 13 MP is mainly paired with HDR, Beauty Mode, Portrait Mode, Night Mode, Panorama Mode, Pro, and Face Fill Light modes, which will bring each of your photos to life.
- More Features.WAVE 8 mobile phones have a 4-in-1 navigation system GPS/AGPS+Glonass+Galileo+Beidou, 2-in-1 power button and fingerprint sensor plus face unlock, 3 Card Slots (2*SIM +1*TF), and smart pre-loading that speeds up boot up by 23%. It also has Focus Mode, Live Captioning, Game Mode, Timer, etc. Blackview mobile phone comes with 24 hours online customer support so you don't need to worry about anything.
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DOOGEE
DOOGEE Note 58 Pro Mobile Phones, Android 15 Smartphone 2025, 32GB+256GB/2TB, 6250mAh&6.75" HD+ 90Hz Display, 16MP+8MP, 4G Dual SIM Free Unlocked Phones, Widevine L1, Fingerprint/5G WiFi/OTG/NFC,Black
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Main Highlights
- Latest Android 15 System Smartphone: DOOGEE Note 58 Pro smartphone operates on the latest Android 15 system, delivering an exceptionally smooth operating experience. It also incorporates a range of innovative technologies, such as an AI smart assistant and refined permission management, to enhance the safety, convenience, and personalisation of your mobile life. Powered by a robust octa-core processor, it handles multitasking applications with ease. Note58 Pro is the perfect mobile phone companion for your smart life.
- 32GB RAM+256GB ROM, 2TB Expandable: The DOOGEE Note 58 Pro android 15 is a remarkable smartphone that boasts 32GB of RAM (8GB + expandable up to 24GB of virtual RAM) and 256GB of ROM. This provides ample storage and memory for all your needs. Furthermore, the 256GB ROM can be expanded with a 2TB TF card, allowing you to store and download even more digital content. Whether you are running multiple apps simultaneously, managing background processes, or swiftly switching between various tasks, you will enjoy a seamless experience.
- 6250mAh Large Battery & OTG: DOOGEE Mobile Phones Note 58 Pro is equipped with a 6250mAh high-capacity battery, supporting up to 1266 hours of standby time, 36.6 hours of talk time. It also supports OTG reverse charging function, which turns your phone into a portable charger to quickly charge your headphones, bracelet or other devices with both practicality and convenience. Efficient power management system and OTG ensure the battery lasts as long as possible.
- 6.75" HD+ 90Hz Screen, 16MP+8MP AI Camera: DOOGEE Note 58 Pro Smartphone features a 6.74-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz smart refresh rate, offering a captivating visual experience with a high 90% screen-to-body ratio and 450 nits of brightness. Apart from this, the smart phone with a 16MP Al main camera and an 8Mp front camera. And IPS technology ensures wide viewing angles and vibrant colors, making every image and video look its best.
- Dual 4G SIM Phones Unlocke, Sleek And Refined Design: DOOGEE Note 58 Pro mobile phones supports Dual SIM or SIM + TF card, so you have the flexibility to use two different carriers or expand your storage space as you see fit. Configuring 5G WiFi supports higher data transfer rates, allowing more devices to be connected at the same time and handle HD video and big games with ease. DOOGEE Note 58 Pro android phones glamourous metallic sheen, measuring just 8.6mm in thickness and weighing 199 grams, makeing it light, beautiful and comfortable.
- Multifunctional Smart Phones: DOOGEE Note 58 Pro offers Facial recognition and fingerprint recognition, it can be unlocked easily and security. It Supports NFC function, users can easily realize contactless payment and data transmission, and can also use NFC for access control and unlock smart access control system. In addition to this, it also has widevine L1 support, which ensures high-quality video streaming. DOOGEE provides a 30-day no-reason return, long-term technical support and 24-hour online customer service.
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Xiaomi
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Black - Smartphone 6+128GB, Snapdragon 685, 6nm process, 108MP triple camera, 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED, 33W fast charging, dust and water protection (UK Version + 2 Years Warranty)
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Main Highlights
- Powerful Snapdragon performance
- Super-clear 108MP triple camera
- 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED display with ultra-thin bezel
- 70mins to 100%, powered by 33W fasting charging
- 5000mAh high-capacity battery
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Blackview
Blackview Mobile Phones, WAVE 8C Android 14 Phones, 6GB+64GB/2TB Octa Core, 6.56" HD+Display, 5000mAh Smart phone 10W Fast Charge, 8MP+13MP Camera, Triple Card Slots, Face Unlocked, OTG, GPS - Blue
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Main Highlights
- 64GB ROM+2TB Expansible, Octa-Core ProcessorBlackview WAVE 8C mobile phones has up to 6GB RAM (2GB physical memory + 4GB intelligent expansion), say goodbye to lag, and multi-task unimpeded! Built-in 64GB ROM also supports expansion to 2TB (TF card required), massive storage at will. WAVE 8C Equipped with up to 1.6GHz octa-core processor, the main frequency soars, whether it is daily applications or large-scale games, it can be easily controlled, bringing you a silky operation experience.
- The latest Android 14 Mobile Phone Blackview WAVE 8C smart phones sim free unlocked is equipped with Android 14 Go, creating a better user experience for you, smooth operation, excellent performance, better vision and navigation. PIN privacy enhancement, data security worry-free. Sim-free & unlocked mobile phones Personalized customization, showing a unique style. Permission manager fully controls privacy. Flash notification in silent mode, don't miss any information.
- 6.56-inch HD+ Big Screen WAVE 8C android phones 6.56-inch HD+ waterdrop display and 89% screen-to-body ratio allow you to enjoy an immersive viewing experience. 450 nits brightness, still clear and bright under strong light. Dual Sim Smartphone three fashionable colors are available - Dusk Black, Dawn Blue, and Sunset Purple, showing your personality. 8.75mm ultra-thin body, 193g lightweight design, fashionable and portable. More Smart-K speakers, pleasant sound quality is with you!
- 8MP+13MP Camera & Google LensWAVE 8C mobile phones android 14, equipped with 13MP rear camera + 8MP beauty front camera, Capture the beauty of life with ease.. Multiple shooting modes - panorama, night scene, portrait, HDR, etc., can capture delicate colors at any time of day or night. 1080P FHD video recording record every wonderful moment. Discover More with Google Lens--Scan, Learn, Explore InstantlyGoogle Lens lets you explore the world in a whole new way using just your camera.
- 2-Day Battery Life For All-Day And Night UseWAVE 8C smartphones is equipped with a 4700mAh battery and 10W fast charging, with a standby time of up to 23 days, ensuring you can work efficiently and connect smoothly all day. Not only that, WAVE 8C is also equipped with an intelligent power manager, which automatically switches to power saving mode when the power is between 10% and 75%. The OTG reverse charging function provides more convenience for emergency charging of other devices.
- 4G Dual SIM Phone & More Surprisesblackview mobile phones sim free unlocked WAVE 8C enjoys 4G LTE high-speed network and smooth Internet access. Face unlock opens in seconds, which is safe and convenient. Integrated GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo three-in-one accurate navigation. The unique three-card slot design meets dual-card and storage needs. Cheap mobile phone is also 24-hour online support and a 2-year warranty, so you can buy with confidence and use it with comfort!
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Xiaomi
Xiaomi Redmi 14C 4G Black Smartphone 4+128GB, 2.0GHz,6.88" display, stylish design, 50MP AI dual camera, Massive 5160mAH battery,18W fast charging (UK Version + 2 Years Warranty+no in-box charger)
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Main Highlights
- 6.88"cinema-view display, immersive large screen: revel in Redmi Series'first ever 6.88"display,providing a more cinematic,immersive view for your favorite content.
- 50MP ultra-clear images, powerful Al dual camera system: capture every frame in stunning detail with an ultra-high-resolution main camera.
- Massive 5160mAh (typ) battery, 18W fast charging: A perfect combination of massive battery and fast-charging.
- Powerful octa-core processor: the new MediaTek Helio G81-Ultra features low power consumption and high performance.
- 8.22 ultra-slim body, elegantly balanced.
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Ulefone
Ulefone Note 19 Smartphone Android 14 5000mAh, Octa Core Mobile Phones Unlocked 6.65” HD+ 6GB+32GB/512GB SD 8MP+5MP Panorama Camera,4G Dual SIM Fingerprint Face ID OTG,UK Version 2 year warranty-Green
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Main Highlights
- 5000mAh Battery + Power Bank Function: The Ulefone Note 19 comes with a 5000mAh battery, capable of 330 hours of standby time, 15 hours of talk time, 12 hours of music time, and 7 hours of video time, offering a full day of use with just one charge. OTG function supports reverse charging, makes Note 19 as a power bank!
- Latest Android 14 & Google Play: Running on the latest Android 14, the Ulefone Note 19 delivers an enhanced, secure, and user-friendly experience.The Ulefone Note 19 has full access to Google Play, allowing you to safely download all apps.
- 6.56" Large Display: The Ulefone Note 19 4G unlocked phone features a 6.56-inch HD+ display with a 20:9 aspect ratio, 720 x 1612resolution, and a 89% screen-to-body ratio, offering fast, lifelike clarity and vibrant colors, providing an impressive cinematic experience. Splash Proof, With a piece of mind when the Note 19 is exposed to unexpected splashes, light rain, or sweat.
- Lightweight Body, Elegant Design: The Ulefone Note 19 smartphone comes with a slim body at 8.75mm and weighs only 192g, super lightweight and thin. Gracefully rounded corners and flat frame design create a tactile delight to hold and a feast to the eye. The Ulefone Note 19 smartphone is definitely the best value for money!
- Octa Core Processor, Up to 6GB + 32GB/512GB SD: The Ulefone Note 19 is powered by a powerful Unisoc T603 Octa Core processor, offering faster processing and reduced lag. It features up to 6GB RAM (3GB RAM + 3GB virtual RAM) + 32GB of internal storage + 512GB SD card expansion, making downloading and sharing a breeze.
- 8MP+ 5MP Camera : The unlocked Ulefone Note 19 smartphone is equipped with a 8MP rear camera, supporting panorama, portrait, night mode, rendering with fine details and colors in complex lighting environments. The 8MP front camera makes your selfie photos stand out.
- 4G LTE Dual SIM : The Ulefone Note 19 4G dual sim phone supports global frequency bands, compatible with EE, O2, Vodafone, Three (TRE), Virgin, Giff Gaff, Orange, T-mobile, Sky Mobile, iD Mobile and more compatible networks. 3 Card slot, supports 2 Nano SIM cards + 1 TF card.
- Fingerprint/Face ID & 24-Month Warranty: Integrated with multiple features, side fingerprint, Face ID, GPS + Glonass+ Galileo, FM radio, 3.5mm headphone jack, and Exclusive Service Center App. Ulefone promises 2 years for warranty. if you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
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Xiaomi
Xiaomi Redmi A3 Midnight Black-Smartphone-3+64GB,MediaTek Helio G36,5000mAh(typ) battery,AI dual camera system,Smooth 6.71“90 Hz Display（UK Version+2 Years Warranty）
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Main Highlights
- Stylish glass back design
- 8MP AI rear dual camera and 5MP selfie camera
- 5000mAh (typ) high-capacity battery
- MTK Helio G36 Octa core processor, up to 2.2Ghz
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