The Outkitel WP210 is a relatively lightweight rugged phone that still manages decent battery life and excellent performance

More than a Pixel, less than the Galaxy

The Phonemax M10 is a low-cost, rugged phone that might be suitable for places where premium phones shouldn't be taken.

A phone that's also a watch and a Bluetooth earpiece, for those who like Bond-inspired gadgets.

The Pixel 9 Pro has a new design that is more striking and durable than ever, but Google’s nifty AI dominates everything, including performance, unfortunately.

Improvements in every key area make this the best foldable phone on the market, despite its iffy AI.

The Sonim XP Pro 5G features a highly robust design, sized to resemble a conventional smartphone

Another modular phone from Oukitel, this time with options for a watch and a light.

The most iPhone-like Xiaomi ever

The Nothing Phone 3a Pro is a unique bargain phone that offers versatile cameras, great battery life, and a style all its own. It's not the fastest, but it's the one that will stand out.

The Doogee DK10 offers an interesting combination of rugged design in a pocketable package.

Well-priced, rugged smartphone that's an ideal option if you enjoy camping, adventure or work outside

The Oppo Find X8 Pro excels in the camera, battery, and display departments, though it's clearly borrowed ideas from elsewhere.

The Google Pixel 10 is an appealing phone that takes aim at loyal Apple fans with magnetic charging and more. And if you find it heavily discounted, it’s a no-brainer.

The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G Enterprise Edition is a rugged phone that looks like any normal phone that delivers a high-end user experience.

With the ROG Phone 8 Pro, Asus promises us the first compromise-free gaming phone.

The AGM G3 Pro is a rugged phone built for those who need thermal imaging on a regular basis.

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is the best foldable you can buy. Even if it doesn’t win on any one feature, it offers the best design and all-around foldable experience.

AI software-enhanced rugged smartphone that could be set to become your personal assistant.

We tested out the Doogee S200 - a relatively rugged smartphone with a cool mecha-design.

The Doogee S200 Ultra is yet another evolution of its S200 line of rugged smartphones

The Ulefone Armor Mini 20 Pro is a modestly sized rugged phone for easy adventure captures.

Despite being hampered by limited availability, the Xiaomi 14T Pro is a supremely well-equipped mid-range phone.

The Oukitel WP60 is a relatively lightweight rugged phone with a good camera sensor, but it's less impressive in other respects.

There's more beneath, but the surface is what counts

The Razr Plus / Razr 40 Ultra feels surprisingly new and fresh, thanks to a fantastic design and immensely useful external display.

The RugOne Xever 7 Pro is a lightweight, rugged design that uses swapable batteries to extend its operating life.

After last year's gaming phone revolution, Asus is back to gentle refinement with the Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro.

The Pixel 10 Pro XL is the Pixel phone to buy, with the best display and longest battery life. The Pro is great, but the XL is excellent.

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is bigger, smarter, and more pressable than its predecessor, and carries the promise of big AI things to come.