Best Phone Under £200

Best Phone Under £200

If you’re searching for a dependable smartphone without spending a small fortune, you’ll be pleased to hear that there are plenty of brilliant devices available for under £200 — especially in the refurbished market. Whether you want a great camera, smooth performance or a long-lasting battery, budget-friendly phones today can easily handle your day-to-day needs.

Here’s our round-up of the best phones you can buy under £200 right now. All of these handsets are available through our refurbished mobile phone range, fully tested and checked through a 90-point process.

Best Overall: iPhone 11

The iPhone 11 remains one of the best-value iPhones on the market. Even years after release, it still delivers smooth performance, excellent cameras and great software support.

• Display: 6.1-inch Liquid Retina HD
• Camera: 12MP dual-camera system
• Performance: A13 Bionic chip
• Battery: All-day battery life

It’s perfect if you want Apple quality on a tight budget. And because iPhones receive updates for years, it’s still a smart pick in 2025.

Best for Battery Life: Samsung Galaxy A13

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is ideal if endurance is your priority. With a large 5,000mAh battery, it easily lasts through a full day of heavy use.

• Display: 6.6-inch FHD+
• Camera: 50MP main sensor
• Performance: Reliable for everyday tasks
• Battery: Up to two days with light use

For under £200, it’s one of the best Android all-rounders.

Best for Photography: Google Pixel 4a

The Pixel 4a is still a fan favourite thanks to its flagship-level camera performance. Google’s image processing continues to outshine many modern budget devices.

• Camera: 12.2MP rear camera with stunning HDR+
• Display: 5.8-inch OLED
• Performance: Snapdragon 730G
• Features: Night Sight, Portrait Mode

If you want excellent point-and-shoot photos under £200, there’s no contest.

Best for Gaming on a Budget: Samsung Galaxy S10

It might be older, but the Samsung Galaxy S10 still packs a punch. With a flagship processor and a vibrant AMOLED display, it delivers great gaming performance.

• Display: 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED
• Performance: Exynos 9820
• Camera: Triple-lens setup
• Battery: Solid all-day use

If you want power without paying premium prices, the S10 is a bargain.

Best Budget iPhone: iPhone SE (2020)

If you prefer smaller devices or love the classic home-button design, the iPhone SE (2020) remains a strong contender.

• Performance: A13 Bionic chip — same as iPhone 11
• Camera: 12MP rear camera
• Display: 4.7-inch Retina HD
• Extras: Wireless charging, Touch ID

It’s compact, fast and still runs the latest versions of iOS.

Best for Everyday Use: Samsung Galaxy A21s

The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a reliable daily driver with a bright display, great battery life and an impressive camera for the price.

• Display: 6.5-inch Infinity-O
• Camera: 48MP quad-camera system
• Performance: Smooth for social media and everyday apps
• Battery: 5,000mAh

It’s simple, dependable and great value.

Which Phone Should You Choose?

If you want Apple performance under £200, the iPhone 11 is your best bet. For Android fans, the Galaxy A13 and Pixel 4a offer incredible value depending on whether you prioritise battery or the camera.

Whichever direction you lean, you can find all of these devices in our refurbished phone range — fully tested, great quality, and often much kinder on your budget than buying new. And if you're upgrading, you can also trade in your current handset to put its value towards your next phone.