It would seem that the era of push-button phones has long sunk into oblivion - in the modern world, where Apple and Samsung annually explode the market with new technologies that even science fiction writers could not imagine until recently, there is no place left for this anachronism. Nevertheless, the demand for such mobile phones is still high, for two reasons - the low price and the incredible endurance of these babies. Fashionable smartphones with touch screens often cannot withstand even a day of active use, while push-button dialers can easily survive weeks without a power outlet. The heroes of today's rating are push-button phones with powerful batteries!
No. 10 – Nokia 130 Dual sim (2017)
Price: 1500 rubles.
Getting into a cell phone store today, many of those who have walked by with their last cell phone for many years shrug their shoulders in bewilderment - what kind of mountain of new and completely unfamiliar brands, mostly of Chinese origin, is this. Especially for such conservatives, Nokia continues to release its inexpensive but indestructible models, one of which was the 130 Dual Sim. Its main advantage, of course, is the 1020 mAh battery - the phone can easily work for at least a week without recharging. Among other advantages, gadget owners note excellent sound both when making calls and when listening to the radio - either through a speaker or on headphones.
Oh, by the way, this baby has an automatic conversation recording mode - not the most common function even among much more expensive competitors. But for such a modest price it is impossible to do without flaws - a rather small interface font, which can be a problem for older people, the lack of speed dialing and other little things. But look up at the price - you shouldn’t demand too much; after all, this is the cheapest representative of the rating.
INOI 100 – call recording
A mobile phone without a camera, with good reception of FM radio stations and the function of automatically recording all calls. There is a slot for SD cards, but they are usually not relevant on such a simple dialer.
Among the differences, good work with GSM networks and a player for playing recorded conversations deserve attention. The subscriber can be heard well, including on speakerphone, there is no noise or creaking.
When listening to music, the speaker rattles a lot; with the radio, the situation is less dire, but an unpleasant aftertaste will remain.
There are games, but they are paid, you can play quite a bit for free. The battery only lasts for a day during regular calls, but the ridiculous price does not imply more. The lack of a vibration signal is the biggest drawback of the device.
Advantages:
- Bright display.
- Picks up FM without headphones.
Flaws:
- Autonomy.
- Not enough memory for contacts.
- It takes a long time to charge.
- No vibration signal.
No. 9 – Philips Xenium E168
Price: 1600 rubles.
Philips launched the Xenium line precisely with the goal of filling the market with devices that can work for a very long time on a single charge. The most modest member of the family is not so simple; it can function for up to 10 days with daily use thanks to a 1600 mAh battery. There is even a camera, albeit with a resolution of only 0.3 megapixels, as well as MP3 support, although you will first have to buy a flash card.
The size of the buttons and screen is all right, and the sound volume is not too bad - such a device would be an excellent option for retirees. We talked about a slot for additional memory, but there is critically little internal memory here - without using a flash drive, it may not even be enough to fill a notebook. The book itself also has shortcomings in the organization of the interface. Otherwise, it is a well-deserved representative of the top best standalone dialers.
Philips E106 phone – reliability and autonomy
Philips E106 is a simple cell phone for making calls. It has a classic body design, the main material is plastic. The build quality is good, there are no creaks or backlashes during use. Dimensions are 46.3 x 108.3 x 15.8 millimeters and weight is 72 grams.
It's not scary to drop the phone; it can withstand drops from low heights well. Screen with a diagonal of 1.77 inches and a resolution of 160x120 pixels.
E106 supports MP3, WAV, FM radio. There is no camera, there is no customization - you can only set a background image at your discretion and choose from several preloaded polyphonic melodies.
The battery is removable, with a capacity of 1050 mAh and provides 912 hours of standby time. A significant drawback is that the earpiece and main speaker are combined, so during a conversation the sound spreads around, due to which others can hear the entire call.
No. 8 – MAXVI K17
Price: 1500 rubles.
A worthy representative of the rating of push-button mobile phones with a powerful battery. This baby has a very powerful battery for this class of devices - as much as 3000 mAh. There are also all the necessary attributes for comfortable use by older people - from large buttons to a loud speaker.
The phone supports 2 SIM cards, but many will not like the lack of T9 mode, although it is still used mainly by younger people. There seems to be a camera, but it’s of very little use - with 1.3 megapixels you can’t take pictures of flowers at your favorite dacha. This strange choice of functionality is somewhat frustrating, because the phone could have been made even cheaper, but overall it’s a very good option with a good battery that can last up to 10 days on a single charge.
Phone BQ 2436 – 4 SIM cards in one phone
BQ 2436 is one of the few representatives of cellular phones with the ability to simultaneously install 4 SIM cards at once. 2436 is great for work tasks when you have to have several phone numbers and stay in touch all the time.
Coupled with a 3000 mAh battery, it can last more than 2 weeks between charges, and with regular use.
Also, a fairly large 2.4-inch screen with a resolution of 320x240 pixels is installed for this class of devices. There are virtually no multimedia options except for FM radio. The dimensions of the device are 52.2 x 121.1 x 16.1 millimeters, and the weight, due to the large battery, is 123 grams.
No. 7 – VERTEX D525
Price: 1700 rubles.
A model with a larger screen – a quite respectable 2.8 inches, support for 2 SIM cards and a capacious 3200 mAh battery. By the way, this beauty can even be used as a power bank for charging less durable devices. Judging by the reviews, the quality of communication is beyond praise, both in terms of maintaining it away from the city and in terms of audibility of the interlocutor.
But the sound of the speaker for an incoming call is too quiet, so for those who like to leave the handset in the next room, the device is unlikely to be suitable. The camera, of course, is tears - 0.3 MP. The equipment is also modest, there is not even a headset. Overall, a nice option for people who want really large characters on the screen and not have to search for a charger every couple of days.
Features of push-button phones with a powerful battery
Unlike smartphones in 2021, which rely on a thin body with a capacious battery, push-button phones are not constrained by design “frames” and can allow for bloated forms to accommodate a 4000-5000 mAh battery. Unlike their “smart” counterparts, the energy efficiency of dialers is higher due to:
- A screen with a diagonal of 2.4 to 3 inches and a resolution of 320 x 240 - displaying an image requires less resources.
- Chipset with 1 core, which provides minimal performance and consumes less battery.
- No background applications.
Despite the advantages, the disadvantages include a closed system - after purchase, the user receives the final sample of the smartphone, without the ability to install programs on it or update the firmware. The memory in such devices is limited, and in order to use the built-in player or take a picture with the camera, you will have to buy an additional expansion card. Only the best feature phones provide support for a full-fledged browser for accessing the Internet.
No. 6 – tExEt TM-D328
Price: 2000 rubles.
Powerful! The first word that comes to mind when looking at the characteristics of this small dialer. A powerful speaker, a powerful battery - an incredible 4500 mAh for such mobile phones, which allows you to use it as an additional battery for the main handset through the Powerbank function and a full-fledged USB port. Let us also note the pleasant design of the device - it can even be called stylish.
But not everything is so smooth. For example, despite the impressive capacity, the battery tends to move away and turn off the mobile phone at the slightest fall or accidental contact with a hard object. The interface is also sometimes annoying; it’s clear that it was made in a hurry and it’s frankly crude - the required function can be difficult to find. But the bottom line is that this is an excellent option from Texet for those who need a spare dialer paired with their main smartphone.
No. 5 – SENSEIT L222
Price: 2000 rubles
A gentleman's set for a representative of the family of inexpensive push-button phones with a powerful battery - a 2.8-inch display, two SIM cards and a flash drive, FM radio with mp3 support and a weak 0.3 MP camera. The battery capacity is 4000 mAh, and there is also Bluetooth support, allowing you to connect a wireless headset to the phone. It is worth noting the powerful speaker and cool flashlight, it shines really brightly; in the evening, such an ally will certainly come in handy more than once.
Some owners note weight and dimensions as disadvantages, but 140 grams is quite a standard figure for such models. The sound is loud, but the speaker is noisy. The menu let us down a bit - but this, as can be seen from our rating, is the bane of almost all modern push-button phones. In general, a good battery is already a lot for such a price tag.
MAXVI T1 phone – a wide range of functions at a minimal cost
MAXVI T1 is a utilitarian phone for everyday use that is resistant to falls and rough handling.
The case is made of durable plastic, there is a special “SOS” button, which allows you to instantly make a call to emergency services or to a specific number that you can select yourself.
At the moment it is one of the cheapest color push-button phones and sells for approximately 1 thousand rubles. It is based on the budget mobile processor Spreadtrum SC6531, which is often installed in smartphones.
The volume of RAM and permanent memory is the same - 32 megabytes each. Expansion is possible using a MicroSD card up to 16 GB.
The T1 has a bright 1.77-inch TFT display with a resolution of 160x128 pixels. Among competitors for its price, it stands out due to the presence of multimedia functions: FM radio, MP3, the ability to record voice and video.
The quality of the videos is 1280x720 pixels. However, the installed battery is smaller, its volume is 1000 mAh, which allows the phone to work 11 hours in talk mode and 230 in standby mode.
No. 4 – Digma LINX A230WT
Price: 2500 rubles.
And here is a truly interesting representative of our rating - a device with an indestructible shockproof case, which will most likely be of interest to lovers of outdoor activities. The impressively sized body houses the same huge buttons – you won’t be able to miss it even with gloves on. The flashlight here is, without exaggeration, a full-fledged flashlight; it can be turned on with a special button even when the phone is turned off! A powerful speaker, high-quality assembly of the case, even the interface is in perfect order.
The other side of the coin is that the device is still too big and heavy; not everyone will want to use a device weighing almost 300 grams. However, this comes at the price of a battery with a fantastic 6000 mAh capacity. The gadget has a walkie-talkie function, which is easy to notice from its appearance, but it is implemented in such a way that any press on the corresponding button starts the corresponding mode even when the phone is locked.
No. 3 – Philips E560
Price: 4000 rubles.
As the price of push-button mobile phones increases, the quality of functionality also increases - with 2 megapixels you can already photograph something, the body is no longer lifeless plastic, but noble metal, there is a built-in browser - yes, you heard right, there is even Internet access! But the main trump card of this phone is the battery with a real, and not declared by marketers, capacity of 3100 mAh.
It’s worth talking about the shortcomings by first remembering which segment this device belongs to. Some users notice that the camera is quite weak, and there is not much internal memory, but in comparison with the previous representatives of the rating, the technical characteristics here are simply luxurious. The battery allows you to walk with this Philips for a month in a row and it will still be turned on and active. Definitely an excellent choice as a gift for your older relatives and friends.
No. 2 - Fly FF249
Price: 1500 rubles.
The clear leader among ultra-budget push-button phones with a good battery. Up to two weeks of operation from a 4000 mAh battery, a really bright and easy to read screen, a loud speaker, stable network reception. If there is a slot for additional memory, Bluetooth, the Internet, and this list can be continued, recalling literally any function that interests the buyer.
Yes, this compact baby is unexpectedly heavy, but this is a consequence of a really powerful battery. The camera takes pictures worse than those that were installed on mobile phones in the mid-2000s, but it is unlikely that any admirers of push-button phones even consider it as a selection criterion. The menu can hardly be called intuitive - the icons were clearly drawn by an adherent of the school of abstract art, and the functionality of the contact book can drive you into a frenzy upon first acquaintance. But at this price there are simply no competitors and no competitors in sight - Fly are still just as good at producing the cheapest mobile phones.
DOOGEE X70
- Display: 5.5 inches, IPS, 1132*540
- Battery: 4000 mAh
- Dimensions: 68.8*144*11.1mm
- Weight: 167 g
- OS: Android 8.1
Price: from 5,500 rub.
The inexpensive DOOGEE X70 smartphone has a small 5.5-inch screen with a bang-shaped cutout and an aspect ratio of 19:9. It is quite small, but thick, which is explained by the battery capacity. It is removable here and this is a good bonus. The hardware is modest - MediaTek MT6580 chipset and 2/16 GB. You shouldn’t seriously count on games, just as the device is not suitable for fans of online video, since the model only supports 3G, which means fast Internet will only be available via Wi-Fi. Cameras – 8+5 MP and 5 MP. The device provides fingerprint and face protection.
Advantages:
- Excellent autonomy.
- Fast finger scanner.
- Not a bad camera.
- There is practically no unnecessary software.
- Removable battery.
Flaws:
- It takes a long time to charge.
- Hybrid slot.
- No 4G support.
