Best dual SIM smartphone under $250?

May4th on 30/11/2013 - 20:17

Need help sourcing a dual sim phone, one with optus 3G and the other GSM would suffice. Just need something that is reliable and not too much of a pain to use.

Would prefer 4+ inch screen and dual core or above.

Where do people buy dual sim phones from? Kogan seems ok but are mostly rebranded chinaphones sold at a premium. Aldi? Lenovo?

Thanks!

Mobile

Comments

  • scrimshaw on 30/11/2013 - 21:21
    +1

    You might look at a Lenovo K800. It's a fairly high end Intel Atom-based phone with a 720p display and has quad band according to GSM arena
    http://www.gsmarena.com/lenovo_k800-4445.php
    http://www.merimobiles.com/Lenovo_K800_3G_WCDMA_4_5_1280_X_7…

    Good price for the hardware (esp. the 16GB NAND storage and generous pixel density) BUT The major problem is outdated software… it only runs 4.0 and there doesn't seem to be a JB ROM in the works for it.

    Otherwise I'd recommend the Lenovo A820, which is well known on XDA and has a few ROMS floating around
    http://www.merimobiles.com/lenovo-a820-4-5-inch-android-4-1-…

    • May4th on 01/12/2013 - 16:11

      thankd for the input, il go check them out

      • Save Medicare on 02/12/2013 - 21:29

        Also the lenovo p780, has sick battery life.

  • zfa on 01/12/2013 - 07:39
    +1

    There's a dual SIM Motorola Moto G. You'd have import it though.

    • May4th on 01/12/2013 - 16:11

      oh is Moto G dual sim? i've been eyeing it since it was released!

      • zfa on 02/12/2013 - 11:44
        +1

        There's single and dual-SIM models. Make sure you get the right one if you're after dual-SIM!

  • kvince on 01/12/2013 - 08:59
    +1

    I'd recommend getting the LG Optimus L7 II

    http://www.jbhifi.com.au/phones/lg/optimus-l7-ii-black-sku-4…

    Rear Camera Effective Pixels (Megapixels) 8MP
    Memory Internal Memory: 4GB Expandable Memory: 32GB Micro SD
    Battery Capacity 2,460mAh
    Processor Speed 1GHz Dual Core
    Operating System Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
    Screen Resolution 480 x 800
    Screen Size (Inch) 4.3" WVGA IPS

    The resolution isn't as good but the IPS screen makes up for it. The phone has long battery life. 2,460mAh is huge for a phone of this size.

    • May4th on 01/12/2013 - 16:12
      -1

      sounds good but LG hasnt had a great history with budget models..will read some reviews!

    • wei13 on 01/12/2013 - 22:10

      I wonder if the L7 II dual at jbhifi is a 3G 900mhz (optus) or 850mhz version? doesn't seem to say.

      My wife has a LG L7 II single sim, and so far quite impressed with build quality.

      • UnciasDream on 03/12/2013 - 02:31

        The jbhifi stock is 2100/850

  • cureforanitch on 01/12/2013 - 12:47
    +1

    I've got the Lg L7 2 dual and I agree it's not a bad little phone.

    I just invested in a Sony Xperia C tho which is much much better. I picked it up for about $300 from expansys

    In my opinion, I'd spend the extra bit

  • OldBugger on 01/12/2013 - 13:12
    +1

    Huawei G525? $225
    http://www.valuebasket.com.au/en_AU/Huawei-Ascend-G525-Dual-…

    Android4.1, Quad Core 1.2GHz, Dual Sim, 4.5"QHD, 3G WCDMA, 5.0MP

    • wa01 on 01/12/2013 - 20:55
      +1

      Incase it's very similar, Auspost have G526 4G for $199 (On Voda so 850/2100?)
      Edit: G526 is only Dualcore

      I'm thinking about Huawei G510, 4.5", Dualcore, Optus for $129(Also in Auspost current cat).
      Anyone know if Huawei make great/ok/carp quality phones? Any thoughts on this model?

      Also for $343 the prefered choice would be a Samsung Galaxy S3 4G. Pricematch Kogan->OfficeWorks, then use Ing 5% off giftcards = $343ish. I think a very good phone from what people say.

      • OldBugger on 03/12/2013 - 01:50

        http://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/2144637

        I have the G300 and has been flawless for me. Bonus being under $100

      • May4th on 03/12/2013 - 10:29

        the one in optus prepaid and auspost shop isn't dual-sim though, nor is the uniquemobile one. dual-sim versions seem to be hard to find

  • JayCeeJay on 03/12/2013 - 11:25

    Try Samsung Duo S, $150

  • wa01 on 05/12/2013 - 20:12

    Looked through 100's of hi-end tech phones & bought this one today. Thought I'd share as it may suit OP.
    Lenovo A850 mobile phone Quad Core 5.5'' IPS Android 4.2 1GB/4GB dual cameras (5mp) Dual SIM Cards 3G (900&2100)
    I paid US $149.74($165aud from 28Deg cc) after using the US $5.00 signup Coupon (mastercard only)

    http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-Lenovo-A850-mobile-phone-…

    Aliexpress is a risky platform, but this is a quality/safe seller I believe.
    This phone is for sale at many places on the net, but this is the cheapest price I could find that's not a scam.

    I've read it should play latest games. Much cheaper than Samsung/Apple.

    Lastly, read the description carefully for yourself, I've been wrong plenty before.

    Almost worth posting as a Deal (as it's on special for US $154.74 for 2 more days).

    Whoa is me, up to 60 days to wait for parcel.

    • May4th on 06/12/2013 - 22:25

      thanks for that. i was looking around on aliexpress the other day too. was a bit put off by the no warranty part at the time

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