Phone for a child - how to choose a high-quality and affordable model?

How to choose a phone for a child?

When choosing a phone for a child or teenager, it is worth paying attention to several important criteria:

1. Durability and resilience
Children's phones are prone to falls. Look for a model with a sturdy body and, if possible, water or dust resistance (IP rating).

2. Battery capacity
The phone needs to last all day without charging – especially if your child often has after-school activities. For example, the iPhone SE (2020) supports long battery life and optimized charging.

3. Parental control features
The ability to limit usage time and block certain apps or websites is an important security measure.

4. Easy to use operating system
Younger children need simple controls. Both Android and iOS offer clear settings and the ability to customize the device according to the child's age.

5. Price and quality ratio
Cheaper phones for kids don't necessarily mean lower quality. Good quality used phones , especially refurbished smartphones, can be just as good as new ones.

 

Used or refurbished? The difference is fundamental

A used phone can be in any condition - from just a few months old to severely worn out, with no warranty and no clear history.

A refurbished smartphone is a professionally tested, repaired, and ready-to-use device that:

 

• works like new,
  
• has worn-out parts replaced (e.g. battery, screen),
  
• sold with warranty,
  
• is fully ready to use.
  
  

Why is a refurbished phone for a teenager a smart decision?

When choosing a phone for a child or teenager, parents look for reliability, affordability, and durability. Refurbished phones offer the opportunity to get all of these benefits in one purchase.

• Economical - for a lower price, you can purchase a higher-end model, such as a refurbished iPhone or a refurbished Samsung phone , with the same functionality as a new one. This is especially important for children, as they don't have to overpay for the most expensive new model.
  
• Sustainable choice for your phone – by purchasing a quality used phone , you contribute to reducing electronic waste in Lithuania and conserve natural resources.
  
• Verified quality and warranty – quality refurbished phones pass many functionality tests , have worn-out parts replaced, and are sold with a warranty.

 

Age recommendations

7–10 years - simple, durable, limited-function models

• The Nokia 3310 4G is a simple, durable phone with a long battery life. It's a great first phone for a child.
  
• Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 – water and dust resistant (IP68), durable body, easy-to-use Android system.
  
  

11-14 years old - mid-range phones with good battery and parental controls

• iPhone SE (2020) - compact, powerful, with long iOS support. Perfect for social networks and science.
  
• Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G - bright screen, good performance, solid camera, long battery life.
  
  

15+ – more features, more powerful cameras and more memory

• iPhone 12 / 12 mini - OLED screen, 5G, great camera with Night Mode, long software support.
  
• iPhone 13 - improved camera, better battery life, A15 Bionic processor, long-term iOS updates.
  
• Samsung Galaxy S21 / S21 FE - a powerful flagship with a high-quality screen and camera, a great choice for Android lovers.
  

Blizy's recommendation for parents

Blizy is a trusted refurbished phone store where you will find only thoroughly tested and refurbished devices with a guarantee. Each phone passes more than 50 tests, so you can be sure of its durability and reliability. Also, each model has its own technical passport, 12 months. warranty and 14 days return policy .

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