Sometimes, it can be downright intimidating to choose a new phone due to all the options out there. On the bright side, thanks to the competition and cheaper cost of tech these days, you no longer have to settle on a poorly-built phone with very few features if you’re looking for something affordable. We’ve found that a budget of $200 can get you a handset that, while far from a flagship phone, is likely to meet and even exceed the needs of most users. Here are some of the best phones under $200!
Motorola moto g fast–$199
Even as the feature list of affordable phones improves, there’s one area where they often continue to fall short–power. Thanks to Motorola, now phone buyers in need of a bit more “umph” from their affordable phone can look to the moto g fast. A Qualcomm octa-core processor and 3GB of RAM means snappier performance and better multitasking than many of its direct competitors, making it a perfect upgrade for those with aging mid-range phones. And somehow, Motorola still manages to offer a 6.4″ HD+ display, triple-lens camera and a 4,000 mAh battery with fast charging that lasts up to two days. It also doesn’t hurt that this is one good-looking phone. Check out the moto g fast in the Ting Shop.
Samsung Galaxy A10e–$179
The Galaxy A10e is definitely one of those “how the heck is this phone this cheap?” deals. Naturally, at $179, it won’t be blowing the doors off its more expensive counterparts in terms of performance. However, what’s been included here is still impressive. The 5.83-inch Infinity Display is certainly one of the larger screens in its class, as is the long-lasting 3,000 mAh battery. This is a great way to get Samsung-build quality and reliability at a great price. You can also find this great bargain in the Ting Shop. For those needing a bit of a bump in performance and are willing to pay just a bit more, the Galaxy A20 is also available.
Nokia 4.2–$159
Nokia has a lot of experience in designing capable, low-cost phones, and the 4.2 is no exception. With dual cameras and expandable storage, it’s a good choice for the shutterbugs out there. One of the main selling points is its use of the Android One operating system, much like Google’s own Pixel phone. Build quality may not be the best, but it’s certainly a solid budget phone. You can find this one on Amazon and other retailers.
*N.B. This phone isn’t tested or guaranteed to work on Ting.
Motorola moto e–$149
In the past, common wisdom dictated if you love streaming video, you’re going to need to shell out some cash for a more expensive phone to get a big, beautiful screen. Well, nobody told Motorola that. The new moto e gives you all the display real estate you could want with an impressive 6.2″ HD screen. It’ll also take solid pics thanks to a 13MP rear camera with depth sensor for those stylish portrait style shots. And as is their custom, Motorola has paired this phone with a battery large enough to get you up to two days’ juice on a single charge. Get the moto e in the Ting Shop.
Hoping to spend even less on a new phone? Check out our list of the best phones under $100. Looking to save on your phone bill as well as your phone? Ting Mobile customers enjoy incredibly low bills thanks to the fact that they only pay for the minutes, texts and data they use. The great thing is you won’t have to make any sacrifices in terms of your service. With three coast-to-coast networks, you can be sure of excellent coverage wherever you are. Find out more about how Ting works here then try us out risk-free (we don’t do contracts).