While Android phone prices continue to fall each year, it’s important to note that some budget phones use unreliable materials that can lead to hidden costs. If you’re not careful, these cheaper phones can result in higher rates of breakage, failure, and frustrating user experiences for savings groups.
For new DreamSave projects, we generally recommend phones in the “Standard” price range. While these models cost a little more upfront, they help ensure a consistently reliable experience for all savings groups. This allows you to focus your team on measuring the impact of the app itself, rather than wasting time managing potential quality problems with phones.
Low-End (USD 50-100)
Standard (USD 100-400)
Mid-range (USD 400-700)
High-end (USD 700+)
Major Android phone brands all have a series of models that matches the standard pricing. In the table below, we have listed some reliable brands, the series where you will be more likely to find standard devices and an example of a phone meeting all the requirements for a DreamSave project. These brands and models are widely available and have a good reputation for quality and reliability.
Brand | Serie(s) | Model Example | Price in USD (Estimated) |
Infinix | Hot Smart | Infinix Hot 30i Infinix Smart 8 | $130 $100 |
Samsung | Galaxy A | Samsung Galaxy A04s | $175 |
Tecno | Spark Pop | Tecno Spark 10 Tecno Spack 10 pro Tecno Pop8 | $110 $150 $100 |
Xiaomi | Redmi A & Poco | Xiaomi Redmi A2 | $110 |