We love playing with and testing the latest and greatest phones, but we don't like paying full price for the best phones. If you don't want to spend a lot of money on a quality phone, but still want a great experience, check out the best cheap and refurbished phones. Our favorites are here.

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The Pixel 5 is the best-refurbished phone

Google Pixel 5

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The launch of the Pixel 3a was a big deal, as it seemed that the company was changing its game plan. It was clear when the Pixel 4a and the Pixel 5 arrived that the budget market was going to be taken over by Google. The mid and upper-tier Pixel 6 and 6 Pro devices were launched by the company.

The same amazing camera and additional 16MP ultra-wide lens can be found in the same device as in the Pixel 4a. It has a design that is familiar to most of the users of the operating system. In our review, we spoke very highly of the Pixel 5. The refurbished Pixel is even sweeter because of the additional features such as an waterproof rating and 12W wireless charging. The 5 gets the leg up in the refurbished market because it has a better battery than the newer Pixel 5a. The device will still be supported by the company until at least late 2023.

Want something a bit more flashy? Check out the OnePlus 9 or the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+

OnePlus 9

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If you want to save a few bucks and get a device that will still turn heads, there is no better way to go than with a device from either of the two companies. You can get a sleek design with a stunning AMOLED display with the OnePlus 9. The glass back has a striking look, but it may feel slippery without a case.

Thanks to the partnership with Hasselblad, the camera system is splendid. OxygenOS is one of the best Android skins available, so it's a bigger benefit. The decision to cancel the unison of Color OS and Oxygen OS gives us courage, despite the fact that the OPPO merger may have marred the company's track record.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10+

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The phone that stole our hearts was the SAMSUNG GALAXY Note 10+. The device featured the best design of all the phones. The glass back with the bright blue S Pen looked absolutely stunning, even though it may have been a fingerprints magnet. In our review, we liked the design and specifications of theGalaxy Note 10+. You don't have to pay the flagship premium to get the refurbished version, so it should grab your attention right away.

The 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display is a dream to use, and there is enough power to deliver uncompromising performance. Up to three years of major Android software updates, along with the monthly security patch releases, were promised by SAMSUNG. If you buy the Note 10+ today, you will get an update for the phone immediately. No matter how you look at it, the Note 10+ is the complete package.