LG Lucid 2

“To echo my sentiments from the video review just above this, the LG Lucid 2 would have had to do a lot wrong to not earn itself a recommendation, given the fact that the phone costs nothing but a two-year contract. Yes, the camera isn’t the best and there are certainly better performing phones out there, but for the price, this is definitely something worth considering if you’re already looking at a two-year stint with Verizon.”

“Since the LG Lucid 2 is currently available for free with a 2-year Verizon contract, there is a lot to like about the device. It is small and lightweight, making it easy to carry around, the 4.3” qHD display is a nice size with clear text and images, the user interface is well laid-out and easy to use, not to mention the device has good call quality and a larger capacity battery. We do wish that the camera/video recording was a bit better, as well as the music player, but for this price, it’s hard to complain.”

“If you have eyes, it is obvious that the LG Lucid 2 is not the most glamorous phone available on Verizon. But with a price of free, it’s not a bad choice for those on a budget. If you can spend an extra $50, we do like the Motorola Droid Razr M a lot, and it is similarly sized, but there isn’t much to dislike about the Lucid 2. She could use a prettier chassis, a little more memory, and a higher resolution screen, but all-in-all, we like what we see. The LG Lucid 2 is our favorite free phone on Verizon.”

“This phone, by definition, appeals to a very niche audience - if you're actually someone who likes Android. You have to not want to leave Verizon, and you're looking for the best deal you can without getting shackled to Big Red for two years. This is the sort of phone you use for a few months until the one you actually want comes out, and then flip on Craigslist to get some of your investment back. For that purpose, the Lucid 2 is unbeatable on Verizon. This is an Android phone you can be pretty happy with generally, even if it doesn't have all the bells and whistles of a higher-end handset, or a truly stunning display. And for $350, you really aren't going to find anything comparable that works with Verizon's network.”