If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Mike Sorrentino is a Senior Editor for Mobile, covering phones, texting apps and smartwatches -- obsessing about how we can make the most of ...

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Not everyone is ready to take a chance on a low-profile phone carrier, even though Mint and Visible use the networks of T-Mobile and Visible, respectively. So I also highlight the best cheap cell ...

If that's still too much to pay, check out our guide on the best cheap phones under $300. I'm the senior editor for mobile at Tom's Guide, where I've been working since 2023. I've been covering ...

The best cheap phone isn't cheap, it's a bargain compared to the big flagship smartphone that give you too much and make you pay for things you don't need. If you need to save money, we can ...