Of course, not all of these models will have the high-end, tech-savvy features of recent releases, but you might be surprised by what you can get for the price. If you can afford a slightly higher budget, why not check out the best phones for under £200?
Best Xiaomi phones for under £100
Xiaomi are a popular manufacturing company, the fourth largest globally. They are known for producing impressive smartphones with big batteries for a fraction of the price of iPhones or Samsungs. You could shell out £600 or so for a top end Xiaomi phone, but they do have one to offer for under £100.
Xiaomi Redmi 9AT
Release date: September 2020
Buy for: £98.99
✔6.53 inch screen is ideal for gaming and watching films
✔13MP rear and 5MP front cameras
✔Huge 5,000mAh battery capacity means the device can last for days with fair use before needing to be charged up again
✔Battery is non-removable (which can have its disadvantages, but also provides extra security in the event of theft)
✔32GB in-built storage is expandable with the use of a microSD card
✔Compatible with a Nano SIM, the smallest and newest SIM card used in most modern smartphones
✔Has Bluetooth 5.0 and a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired or wireless audio
Best Motorola phones for under £100
Motorola has been in the telecommunications industry for a long time. They invented the first mobile phone, as well as the first flip phone of the 2000s, which has eventually led to the production of foldable phones.
Motorola Moto G5
Release date: March 2017
Price: £99
✔5 inch screen makes this phone portable and pocket-friendly, while not being too small to watch videos on
✔13MP rear camera and 5MP front camera, with video recording available at 1080p
✔2,800mAh battery life could last a day before needing to be recharged
✔Compatible with a Nano SIM
✔Comes with 16GB of storage, but can be expanded by using a microSD card
✔Bluetooth 4.2 and a 3.5mm headphone jack allow you to switch between wired and wireless audio
Motorola Moto E7
Release date: February 2021
Price: £79
✔Large 6.5 inch screen for a clear and vivid picture
✔48MP dual rear cameras will produce high-quality and detailed photos, and the 5MP front camera lets you take stable selfies
✔Big 4,000mAh battery
✔Water-repellent coating protects the phone against water damage
✔Compatible with a Nano SIM
✔Built-in microSD card slot lets you expand the internal memory up to 64GB
✔Bluetooth 5.0 and a 3.5mm headphone jack
Best Doro phones for under £100
For some of the most affordable and user-friendly phones on the market, Doro is your go-to manufacturer. Many of their phones include simple interfaces and senior-friendly features, most suitable for minimal users.
Doro 1360
Release date: September 2017
Price: £20
✔Small 2.4 inch screen makes this phone portable and lightweight
✔Big buttons for texting and navigation aid those with dexterity issues or visual impairments
✔The phone is installed with multiple helpful features, such as an Assistance button to alert contacts that you need help, and an In Case of Emergency (ICE) feature which stores the user’s medical details for professionals to access in an emergency
✔800mAh battery offers up to eight hours of talk time
✔Includes a headphone socket for people who don’t want to listen to their media out loud
✔Loud speaker can reach 83 decibels
✔Though the 0.08MP camera is weak, you still have the option of taking photos
If you’re interested in this model, you can read our full review on it.
Doro 6040
Release date: December 2019
Buy for: £59.99
✔Small and lightweight device with a 2.8 inch screen
✔Big buttons for texting
✔Compatible with hearing aids for people who may suffer from hearing loss or hearing impairments
✔Features an Assistance button that users can press to alert specific contacts if they need help (linked to GPS location services so everyone can find you)
✔3MP rear camera
✔Bluetooth 3.0 for wireless listening
✔Battery can support six hours of talk time and standby for 420 hours
Doro 7010
Release date: September 2019
Buy for: £98.99
✔2.8 inch screen splits phone between display and buttons
✔3MP rear camera with LED flash to assist the user in taking photos in daytime and night
✔VGA selfie camera
✔Comes with an Assistance button for emergencies and ICE feature for storing medical information
✔Has Bluetooth for the option to play audio wirelessly, or a 3.5mm headphone jack for plugging in wired headphones
✔4GB in-built storage with a microSD card to expand memory
✔1,600mAh battery
✔4G
For even more Doro recommendations under £100 and £200, check out our full list of the best Doro phones on the market.
Best Alcatel phones for under £100
Alcatel, alongside Doro, are renowned for producing affordable phones, so you’re spoilt for choice. You can view all the best budget-friendly Alcatel phones in our handy masterlist, or check out the under £100s we’ve picked here.
Alcatel 1S (2020)
Release date: Spring 2020
Price: £98.99
✔Large 6.22 inch screen for easy viewing
✔ Triple rear cameras at 13MP, 2MP, and 5MP, with a 5MP front camera
✔Implemented with smart AI technology in the camera to create more impressive photos
✔4,000mAh battery is capable of lasting all day and more depending on usage
✔Bluetooth 5.0 and a 3.5mm headphone jack
✔4G
Alcatel 1B
Release date: September 2020
Buy for: £69.99
✔Portable 5.5 inch screen will allow some people to be able to use the phone one-handed
✔3,000mAh battery capacity
✔8MP rear camera and 5MP selfie camera with image stabilisation feature ensuring blur-free photos, and the added ability to record video footage
✔32GB in-built storage with a microSD card slot for expansion
✔Bluetooth 4.2 and 3.5mm headphone jack
✔Google Assistant for making verbal commands
Best Nokia phones for under £100
Nokia has been around for an incredibly long time, founded way back in 1865. It dominated the 2000s with the 3310 and its iconic flip phones, but recently they’ve strayed away from nostalgia in favour of more rectangular smartphones.
Nokia 1.4
Release date: March 2021
Price: £89
✔ Large 6.51 inch screen, allowing easy visibility for watching videos, playing games, video-chatting, and more
✔ Dual rear cameras at 8MP and 2MP, with a 5MP front camera
✔ Includes image and video stabilisation for blur-free photography
✔ 32GB internal storage is average, but built-in memory card slot allows this to expand
✔ Big 4,000mAh battery life, capable of lasting for most of the day and more, depending on usage
✔ Bluetooth for wireless audio
✔ 4G compatible
For more Nokia recommendations, check out our masterlist on the brand.
Best Oppo phones for under £100
Oppo is a relatively new brand in comparison to some of the older establishments on this list, but since their creation, they have strived to appeal to young consumers with their modern designs and impressive cameras.
Oppo A15
Release date: November 2020
Price: £89
✔Big 6.5 inch display screen
✔Triple rear cameras: 13MP, 2MP, 2MP, and a 5MP selfie camera, with video recording at 1080p
✔4,320mAh battery with 10W charging capability
✔Comes with 32GB built-in storage that is expandable using the microSD card slot
✔Bluetooth 5.0 and a 3.5mm headphone jack
✔4G technology
Best Hammer phones for under £100
Hammer designs strong, durable, and rugged handsets. They should be your go-to manufacturer if you need a water-resistant and drop-resistant device for long days at work.
Hammer 5 Smart
Release date: December 2019
Price: £89.99
✔Portable and lightweight device with a small 2.4 inch display screen
✔Big buttons
✔2MP rear camera
✔2,500mAh removable battery allows users to change the battery themselves if it dies or starts performing badly, rather than having to purchase a new phone altogether or go to a manufacturer
✔IP68 water-resistant rating means the phone can survive being submerged underwater up to one metre for a maximum of 30 minutes
✔Survived a 1.2m drop test and features protective backing to prevent damage from drops
✔Closed USB and jacket sockets allow for ultimate protection underwater
✔Storage is expandable up to 32GB
✔Bluetooth 4.2 and 3.5mm headphone jack
✔4G
Interested in this brand? Discover more Hammer phones.
These models go to show that you don’t always need to spend loads of money on your next smartphone.
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