While phone prices continue to rise due to the RAM shortage and other issues, plenty of low-cost phones still offer good value, such as Google’s Pixel 10A . Some of the best devices we’ve tested offer similar perks to phones that cost considerably more, including years of software updates that bring new features.

Our Picks

Bottom Line

Google’s Pixel 10A remains one of the best value options at $599, pairing consistent Android software updates with an excellent camera. While ...

Pros & Cons

iPhone-convert friendly

Simple, clean phone design

Good at photography

Missing several Pixel 10 features

Similar to the Pixel 9A

Bottom Line

Apple’s $699 iPhone 17E packs just enough new features to justify an iOS upgrade for anyone holding onto an iPhone SE or an iPhone 11.…