Best Phones Under €350
Are you looking for a phone for up to 350 euros? In this price range, you get features that are simply missing in lower price brackets: a true zoom lens, a chip that can handle demanding games, and charging times of around half an hour. Below you’ll find all smartphones priced up to 350 euros—both unlocked and with a contract—with current prices from all retailers listed side by side and compared 100% independently. If you’re looking for something cheaper, check out phones under 250 euros; if you want the absolute best, you’ll find it among high-end smartphones. Use the filters for brand, camera, or battery life to instantly find the best smartphone under 350 euros.
What should you look for in a phone priced up to 350 euros?
In 2026, for 350 euros, you can buy a mid-range phone with a 120Hz OLED display, a 5,000 mAh battery or larger, fast charging from 68 to 100 watts, and, increasingly, a separate telephoto lens for optical zoom. This is the first price range where you’ll find features not available in lower price brackets. Full water resistance (IP68) and seven years of software updates aren’t usually included yet; those typically start around 400 to 500 euros. Not sure what kind of phone you’re looking for? Our selection guide will help you get started in three steps.
What you get here that’s extra compared to the 250-euro class
The difference compared to phones priced up to 250 euros lies mainly in four things:
- A true telephoto lens: optical zoom keeps portraits and distant shots sharp, while digital zoom simply crops the photo and sacrifices detail.
- More processing power: demanding games run smoothly, and the device will still feel snappy in three years.
- Fast charging up to 100 watts: from empty to full in about half an hour instead of over an hour.
- Better protection: Dust and splash resistance are standard here, but water resistance (IP68) isn’t yet.
Pay attention to the update policy, as that’s where the biggest differences lie
In this price range, the promises vary widely: one device gets three major Android versions, another gets six years of security updates. Since June 20, 2025, five years has been the legal minimum in the EU (EU regulation), but the difference between that minimum and the best-supported devices can easily amount to two extra years of lifespan. On a 350-euro purchase, that really adds up. So be sure to check the support period on the product specifications page before you order.
New mid-range phone or refurbished flagship?
For 350 euros, you can also buy a two- or three-year-old flagship phone that’s been professionally inspected and comes with a warranty. That gives you a better camera, a sturdier screen, and a faster chip than a new mid-range model. On the other hand, the remaining update period is shorter, and the battery has already gone through several charge cycles.
Choose a new mid-range model if you plan to use the device for four years or longer and updates and warranty are important to you.
Choose a refurbished flagship if the camera and screen are your top priorities and you’re willing to accept a shorter support period.
If you’re looking for an iPhone within this budget, your only option is secondhand: even the cheapest iPhone costs more when new. In that case, check out refurbished iPhones.
Where do you cut corners in this price range?
On the features not listed on the packaging. The wide-angle camera is clearly inferior to the main camera, wireless charging is often missing, and the body is usually made of plastic instead of glass or metal. Also, the processor isn’t powerful enough to run the most demanding games at the highest settings for years on end. If that’s what you want, check out high-end smartphones; if you don’t need it, this price range offers the best value for your money.
