TCL 10L

“With one caveat, I can recommend the TCL 10L. The only real questions in my mind have to do with software updates: How committed will TCL remain to the 10L, and how frequently will we get security patches? There are a few things folks might find bothersome, like TCL's overly-aggressive background app management and its heavier-than-necessary tweaks to stock Android. Still, we're willing to forgive a lot for $250, and this wasn't an unpleasant phone to use over the last few weeks. Someone on a strict budget that needs an emergency device can do more than just get by with this phone.”

“The TCL 10L has a great screen, especially at this price. But if you value other features like battery life, cameras and performance, you should turn to the similarly priced Moto G Power or Moto G Stylus.”

“I did a lot of searching and I honestly couldn’t find a phone with a value as good. It’s seriously one of the best. It’s one of the only phones I’d recommend to people on an extreme budget. From the good specs to a good display to a good camera, it compromises where it needs to and has great specs in the places it does. It’s all-around great.”

“Overall, the 10L is a good attempt at a budget phone, and while it doesn't have many flashy features, it admirably handles basic tasks and has an elegant design. For the price, it's a good rival to the Moto G Stylus.”