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Mobile phones advice guides

Android or Apple? Big ticket or budget? We tell you how to pick the best phone for you, including advice on the features you need, those you don’t and which brands are best.

15 articles

Apple iPhone vs Samsung Galaxy mobile phones

iPhone 12 or Galaxy S21? Find out which flagship mobile phone is worth your money

11 November 2021

Top smartphones for 2021

We reveal some of the very best mobile phones you can buy – models that have aced our tests thanks to brilliant battery life, cracking cameras and dazzling displays

11 November 2021

Best Black Friday mobile phone and Sim-only deals

See our pick of the best mobile phone deals on contract and Sim-only to find out how to bag a bargain on an Android phone or an iPhone.

27 November 2021

Choosing the best mobile phone

Apple or Android? Cheap or premium? Find out how to choose right phone, get the best deal, and which brands are most reliable.

Most reliable mobile phone brands 2021

Our independent survey can help you decide which smartphone brands have reliable phones that last. We asked Which? members who are customers of brands such as Apple, Samsung and Motorola about their experiences.

22 November 2021

Mobile phone security: check how long a phone will stay secure

Use our security support tool to see if a phone you own or are looking to buy is still secure, and find out what to do if you're at risk.

11 November 2021

Top five best mid-range mobile phones

Don't want to spend a fortune on a high-end new smartphone? Mid-range model can now take great photos and offer excellent battery life – here are some of our favourites.

11 November 2021

Best smartphones for kids

Looking to buy a first mobile phone for your child, but not sure which one to pick? Let us give you a helping hand

11 November 2021

Best cheap mobile phones

Looking for the best cheap Android phone, or a deal on an iPhone? We reveal some of the best budget smartphones on the market

11 November 2021

How to buy second-hand or refurbished mobile phone

Buying a second-hand iPhone or Android phone can be a bit of a minefield. Find out how to get a good deal on a secure handset, and make sure your data stays safe

9 November 2021

Best messaging apps for Android and iOS

Chat apps, such as WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger and Signal, have largely replaced SMS and traditional text messaging. Read our reviews of the best apps for staying in touch, and protecting your privacy.

27 September 2021

How we test mobile phones

Find out more about our mobile phone tests, and why you can trust our independent reviews to unearth the best models on the market

19 July 2021

How to repair your smartphone

If you're torn between handsets, repair cost could be a key factor that sways your decision. Our expert guide explains how to spot a good deal.

8 July 2021

How to get started with Virtual Reality

Explore the benefits of virtual reality, augmented reality, and find out how to get started with nothing but your phone and a cheap VR headset.

9 June 2021

Best mobile antivirus: how to choose a mobile security app

Do you need antivirus for your Android smartphone or Apple iPhone? Is it worth paying for a security app, or are free versions just as good? Find out all you need to know in our in-depth guide.

9 June 2021