Top 25 Best-Rated Budget Phones in the US (2024-2025)

America's Best Budget Phones: Top 25 Value Champions

Flagship Killers ($400-$500)

• Google Pixel 7a ($449) - Best camera, 5G, 90Hz OLED
• Samsung Galaxy A54 5G ($449) - IP67, 120Hz Super AMOLED
• OnePlus Nord N30 ($399) - 50W charging, 120Hz LCD

Mid-Range Masters ($250-$399)

• Motorola Edge 2023 ($349) - 144Hz pOLED, Ready For
• iPhone SE 4 (2025) ($429) - A16 Bionic, 5G
• TCL 30 XE 5G ($299) - Large display, NXTVISION

Budget All-Stars ($150-$249)

• Nokia G400 5G ($199) - Pure Android, 2-day battery
• Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G ($249) - Stylus included
• Samsung Galaxy A14 5G ($199) - 90Hz display

Prepaid Specials (Under $150)

• T-Mobile Revvl 6 Pro ($129) - 50MP cam, 5000mAh
• AT&T Cricket Icon 3 ($99) - Compact design
• Verizon TCL 4X ($149) - 6.82" HD+ display

Key Considerations for US Buyers

• Carrier compatibility (Verizon/AT&T/T-Mobile)
• 5G band support (C-band/mmWave)
• Software update guarantees
• Warranty & repair networks

Best Carrier Deals

• Metro by T-Mobile: Free phones with switch
• Visible (Verizon): $25/mo unlimited plans
• AT&T Prepaid: $300/yr unlimited plan