Top 3 picks

Motorola moto g35 5G
Why we picked this
Best Overall: The moto g35 5G is the strongest all-round work phone here, combining a sharp 120Hz display, 5G, stereo speakers, NFC, and a versatile camera system. It is a better choice than the Redmi A5 for connectivity and screen clarity, while remaining more affordable than the Redmi Note 15 Only 4GB of RAM, so heavy multitasking is limited.
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Where to buy
est. £100Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Redmi A5
Why we picked this
Best Value: The Redmi A5 is the cheapest option and offers a large, smooth display, good battery life, expandable storage, and simple productivity features such as fingerprint and face unlock. Its 4GB RAM and lack of 5G make it less suitable for demanding multitasking than the other two phones No 5G connectivity.
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Where to buy
est. £99Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
REDMI Note 15
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: The REDMI Note 15 provides the best productivity hardware of the three, with a brighter AMOLED display, 6GB RAM, the largest battery, faster charging, and substantially more capable everyday performance. It is preferable for longer work sessions and heavier app use, although the cheaper moto g35 5G remains better for mobile connectivity 4G-only version at this price.
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Where to buy
est. £149Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.