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How much do you want to spend on a new smart phone?

The cost of flagship phones seems to increase year on year however if you don’t need the latest model you may find you can purchase a good smartphone for around £150. If you do have a big budget you could consider top of the range show-stoppers like the iPhone 6S or LG G4 however there are some great models like the 4G-enabled Motorola Moto E (2015) available at the fraction of the cost.

Consider last year’s top phones

The LG G3 – TrustedReviews Phone of the Year in 2014 – is now available for much less and is better than many new mid-range phones. This is a great way to get top-end features at a lower price.

What size smartphone should you buy?

Large-screened mobiles are very much in demand. Phones measuring in at 5.5 inches and above can be considered as such, and usually come with excellent displays that are great for watching videos on.

Anything between 4.5 and 5.1 inches is more practical for fingers and pockets, while still good for browsing the web.

Other things to consider

Things like microSD card slots, NFC, fingerprint scanners and water-resistance can dramatically affect the overall user experience of a smartphone.

Of all those, fingerprint scanners and NFC are quickly becoming must-have features. Not only does the former add extra security to your phone, the two combined open up the potential for contactless payments.

Android vs iPhone vs Windows: Which is best?

Buy an Android smartphone if you want a wide range of options

The Android operating system offers a better balance of variety and affordability than its rivals, due to the sheer diversity of Android smartphone manufacturers. There's a phone to suit any desire or budget and even the flagship ones are often much cheaper than iPhone rivals.

Buy an iPhone if you value simplicity

iPhones are some of the most expensive smartphones you can buy, and the last-generation iPhone 6 will still set you back a fair amount SIM-free. However, design is always on-point, the apps are great and they're very easy to use.

Don't buy Windows Phone at the moment

Now is an odd time for Windows Phone. Microsoft is soon to launch Windows 10 Mobile and new phones to go with it.

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