Hey everyone, I'm looking for an affordable option to use as a backup phone, to make and receive calls, I won't be using it for social media since I have my main phone (optional, if I still can use some basic ones i.e Whatsapp, but it can be left out), and don't care about 5G support, because I can use 2G, 3G and 4G with my carrier.

I really liked the iPhone 5s design, if that helps, and you think it's still an option, but I don't mind on getting a larger screen (such as an 6 or 6s) also, I'm looking to spend less than $100 USD, maybe I can find something in good shape and decent battery health.

I'll be reading your suggestions.

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GooseInternational66 t1_ja4o9jw wrote on February 26, 2023 at 8:39 PM

If you want a cheap back up phone just use a prepaid from Walmart. You don’t want to tie into another line contract just for a backup phone.

jmedina94 t1_ja4sggu wrote on February 26, 2023 at 9:07 PM

I recently bought a phone and service bundle from Mint for a secondary personal line. Got 6 months free with it too so not a bad deal. Still deciding if I’ll actually renew it after the first year.

lakofeja OP t1_ja59vl7 wrote on February 26, 2023 at 11:07 PM

Indeed, a prepaid is what I had in mind.

Entertainnosis t1_ja4sair wrote on February 26, 2023 at 9:06 PM

iPhone 6 or SE. Under $50 for either which leaves a bit of money for a fresh battery.

Edit: more importantly unlike the 5S they both offer VoLTE which is an absolute must for use in the US.

prettydistracted2 t1_ja4lmah wrote on February 26, 2023 at 8:21 PM

Get a 5s, I’d say. Will be enough just for calls and stuff. 7s are going pretty cheap these days too!

lakofeja OP t1_ja59tzo wrote on February 26, 2023 at 11:07 PM

I'll see what I can find in my city maybe a 7 at good price, thanks for the suggestions!