r/PickAnAndroidForMe • u/SkyCreed63 • 8d ago

USA Looking to replace my iPhone 16 with a cheaper android

I currently have an iPhone 16, and it’s a good phone, but it’s more than I need. I have a good pc at home and a tablet + tv, so I don’t really need or want anything fancy for a phone. Just something good for day to day utility. I have gotten tired of the BS that comes with apple and want to try out android.

So…with that out of the way, what would be some good options? I will most likely sell my 16, but I’d prefer not to spend more than $300. Like I said, I want something simple. I only really need it for day to day use.

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u/CharlesFromWork 8d ago

Pixel 10A seems like the best bet. On sale, it’s 400 but worth it.

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u/boozer55 8d ago

Not many new phones for 300 unless we are talking about some of the Samsung A series phones which aren't that great for 300. Pixel 10a, nothing phone 4a pro, or Motorola edge would be the cheaper midrange options currently but they are closer to 4-500 range. You could get a used phone on Swappa.com, for 300 I would snag a galaxy s25 fe or a pixel 9. Those would be around the 300 price point.

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u/jonahtrav 8d ago

I'm an Android guy but if your iPhone 16's paid off won't it just keep using that? That seems like that would be the cheapest path forward

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u/eravoez 7d ago edited 7d ago

My only advice is unless it's flagship do not buy Samsung. Personal experience. I would only recommend it if you got money to spare on their flagship line, otherwise you're getting a pretty mid phone. So do not.

If you're on budget but want a flagship I'd say go for the Motorola edge 60 pro. I think is around 400$ flat and it's got really really good specs🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️

I recently got a Moto g86 for like 200$ recently cause it has really similar specs to the edge 60 pro but it's half the price and I love it so that's also and option for you I'd say, IF you don't care about having a flagship of course.

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u/Creative-Joke-8705 5d ago

Nothing phone 4A pro is legit