Best and Cheap Android Phones You Should Buy For Your Kids

So, your child is ready for their first smartphone!

Android phones are great for kids. There are plenty of cheap smartphones out there, and there’s no shortage of great kid-friendly apps and games . While there aren’t too many notable Android phones out there made specifically for children, we’ve managed to round up some inexpensive options that will be perfect for your child’s first smartphone.

Without any further ado, let’s get to it — here are the best Android phones for kids.

The 2015 Moto E
Is the best smartphone you can buy for your child. It’s super cheap, comes with support for 4G LTE connectivity, and it has fantastic battery life. It also sports rear and front-facing cameras, which will allow your kids to video chat as much as they’d like. It’s certainly not the most powerful smartphone out there, but it’s the perfect option if your child has never owned a smartphone.

The best part? You can pick one up for just $79.

Specs

*4.5-inch display with 960 x 540 resolution, 245ppi
*1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor
*1GB of RAM
*8GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 32GB
*5MP rear camera, VGA front camera
*Non-removable 2390mAh battery
*Android 5.1 Lollipop
*129.8 x 66.8 x 12.2mm, 145g

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Motorola Moto G (2015)

Want something a little more powerful than the Moto E? You should definitely check out Motorola’s mid-range option, the Moto G. With its 5.0-inch display, powerful Snapdragon processor and plenty of on-board storage available, the 2015 Moto G is a lot of smartphone for a little bit of money. It’s perfect for watching educational movies and playing games.

One of the coolest parts about the Moto G is the ability to customize it any way you’d like. Just head on over to MotoMaker.com , and you’ll be able to customize the back, front, and accent colors. This is also one of the cheaper options on our list.

You can purchase it either from Motorola for around $165.

Specs

*5.0-inch LCD display with 720 x 1280 resolution, *294ppi
*1.4GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor
*1/2GB of RAM
*8/16GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 32GB
*13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera
*Non-removable 2470mAh battery
*Android 6.0 Marshmallow
*142.1 x 72.4 x 11.6mm, 155g

BLU Life One X

The BLU Life One X is a newcomer to the budget-friendly space, and it packs quite the punch. It boasts a 5.2-inch Full HD display, a super fast MediaTek MT6753 processor, microSD expansion and a big 2900mAh battery. Not to mention the solid build quality – this device has a real aluminum frame and a plastic back plate that makes it feel durable and premium.

We’d normally expect a device of this stature to go for about $200-$250, but that’s not the case here.

You can purchase the BLU Life One X for only $149.99 from Amazon.

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Specs

*5.2-inch LCD display with 1920 x 1080 resolution, *424ppi
*1.3GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 processor
*2GB of RAM
*16GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 64GB
*13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera
*Non-removable 2900mAh battery
*Android 5.1 Lollipop
*149.5 x 73.6 x 8.6mm, 141g

Alcatel Idol 3

The Alcatel Idol 3 (5.5-inch variant) is one of the best budget-friendly smartphones on the market, especially for young ones. It features a simple and elegant design, a solid 13MP rear-facing camera and a fantastic audio experience.

For the price, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better value than the Idol 3 – it has a beautiful 5.5-inch Full HD display, a capable Snapdragon 615 processor, and runs a slightly customized version of Android 5.0 Lollipop.

The phone is available from Amazon for around $200, which is quite the steal considering the impressive features this phone brings to the table. Be sure to head to the links below to check out our full review. Trust us, this phone might surprise you.

Specs

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