Best flip phones 2024

A phone that folds in half isn't a new concept. Flip phones these days are just as cool as they were back in the early 200s, but the technology is far more advanced than imaginable. We now have bright AMOLED screens that bend in half and bear robust water and dust-proof ratings.

What started out as a fad has exploded into a full-blown niche. The foldable phone segment is thriving, with a healthy number of great options available in the larger square form factor as well as the smaller flip-style design. This guide is dedicated to helping you find the very best flip phones in the Android world.

You probably saw it coming — or maybe you didn't. Nonetheless, the best flip phone award goes to the spectacular Motorola Razr Plus 2024, which offers the perfect balance of style and power. It's not even that expensive, giving the likes of Samsung a run for their money. That's not to say that the Galaxy Z Flip 6 isn't worth your while; it just can't beat Motorola in this category. Other players such as OPPO and TECNO also offer some solid devices, but they may not work well with the mobile service providers in the United States.

At a glance

Best overall

Powerful and stylish in equal measure, the Motorola Razr Plus 2024 is arguably the best flip phone available in the market right now. It features a gorgeous vegan-leather back panel and comes in a variety of funky color options, all of which look equally great. If you're my age, that Hot Pink Razr Plus definitely pulled on your heartstrings with its nostalgia factor.

The Motorola Razr Plus 2024 is powered by the very capable Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, paired with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. You get a bigger 4.0-inch pOLED cover dispay, which is now a lot more functional and can be used to run full-screen apps. The Razr Plus 2024 has an insanely snappy 165Hz refresh rate, thus matching the 6.9-inch pOLED inner display in almost every way.

These hardware specifications allow the smartphone to handle just about everything — from multitasking to gaming — with little to no effort. The software is Android 14, improved with a number of thoughtful additions via Motorola's 'Hello UI' custom overlay. The dual-lens primary camera setup includes a 50MP wide-angle sensor and a 50MP telephoto module with 2x optical zoom, and it's capable of shooting excellent pictures and videos.

As you'd expect, the Motorola Razr Plus 2024 comes with all modern connectivity features like Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC. The entire package is backed by a 4,000mAh battery with support for 45W wired and 15W wireless charging.

Best runner-up

Motorola beat Samsung at the foldables, which is ironic because Samsung made foldables mainstream. No one has put as much effort into Android foldables as much as Samsung and the Galaxy Z Flip 6 is living proof of that. Despite being a menial upgrade over the Flip 5, this generation stands out as a highly premium device with powerful internals. There's even an IP48 water-proof and dust-resistant rating included in the mix.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 now comes with a flat, matte-finished frame which gives it a business formal appearance. The device screams premium. Its cover display is the same as the last0gen Flip 5, being a 3.4-inch Super AMOLED screen with a resolution of 720x748 pixels — that's primarily intended to show 'at a glance' information in the form of widgets instead of full-screen apps. This is afar cry from the usability of the Razr Plus 2024's cover screen, however.

Driving the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, and you also get 12GB of RAM and 256GB/512GB of onboard storage. That is some heavy machinery powering such a tiny flip phone. So it'll come as no surprise to hear that the Flip 6 can make quick work of even the most demanding of tasks. The phone runds Android 14 out of the box, enhanced with Samsung's One UI 6.1 overlay and all its 'Galaxy AI' goodness. Samsung's seven-year promise for OS and security updates is in a class of its own and one of the biggest reasons to invest in a Galaxy phone.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 features a dual-lens rear camera system with a 50MP wide-angle module and a 12MP ultrawide sensor. You get all the expected connectivity options such as Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC. The smartphone's 4,000mAh battery is an improvement over what you'd find in the last-gen model, and is backed by 25W wired and 15W wireless charging support.

Best budget

We've established Motorola as a key figure in the smaller foldable market. The brand doesn't just crush it when it comes to flagships, though. The best budget flip phone also comes from the same name. That's right, you can purchase a foldable Android phone for less than $700 and not even have to sacrifice functionality. And you know what's even more insane? The value-packed Motorola Razr 2024 often goes on sale for just $600!

Just like the Plus model, the Razr 2024 comes with a stunning vegan-leather back panel and is available in three swanky color options to choose from. The Razr 2024's 3.6-inch OLED cover display is a big upgrade over what you'd find on the previous-gen Razr 2023, and is complemented by the 6.9-inch pOLED display with a resolution of 1080x2640 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate.

Talking about hardware, the Motorola Razr 2024 features a MediaTek Dimensity 7300X chipset, along with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. Of course, these are not top-tier specifications, but they're more than enough to handle everyday tasks. The smartphone runs Android 14 with Motorola's 'Hello UI' custom overlay, and is eligible for up to three years of OS and security updates.

Packing a dual-lens primary camera setup, the Motorola Razr 2024 sports a 50MP wide-angle sensor and a 13MP ultrawide module, allowing for increased versatility. You get all the regular connectivity features such as Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC. Lastly, there's a 4,200mAh battery that can easily go on throughout the day on a full charge. You also get support for 30W wired and 15W wireless charging.

Best international

It makes me sad to think not everyone in the world has access to OPPO phones. Non-U.S. residents enjoy a much wider selection of Android phones in general. This applies to flip phones too, meaning you get to choose the overpowered OPPO Find N3 Flip. I'd say import it, but that won't change the fact that it won't work on CDMA carriers in North America.

The price of the OPPO foldable varies from region to region, but it generally costs around $1,000 for the 12GB/256GB memory variant. That's less than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 but you still get just as many, or maybe even more features for the price.

The OPPO Find N3 Flip is so good, that it is widely regarded as the best flip foldable in the international market. Everything about it is nearly flawless, from the stellar cameras to the all-day battery life and fast charging. The cover screen is pretty big and useful too. You miss out on wireless charging, but the biggest letdown is the lack of an IP rating.

Best international budget

TECNO isn't a very famous smartphone brand, but it definitely put itself on the map with the launch of the PHANTOM V Flip. I remember the phone's unveiling at the Singapore event in 2023 and how my jaw hit the floor when they revealed the price. The budget smartphone maker made the cheapest foldable phone ever, with specs that add plenty of value to the user.

You get all-day battery life, speedy 45W wired charging, and a splendid vegan leather design that feels superb in hand, just like Motorola's premium foldables. Once again, the cheap flip phone isn't available in North America, which is a bummer for U.S. residents. If you don't live in the region, you can rest easy.

While the cameras aren't as spectacular as other phones on this list, the TECNO PHANTOM V Flip tries hard. You don't get a high-end software experience or ingress protection, but the build quality is surprisingly decent and the displays are sublime. Since the price is roughly equivalent to $600 and frequently goes on sale for half off, you can't really complain.

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How to choose

Flip phones come in delicious shapes and forms

Foldable phones that bend in half come in so many unique designs these days. I'll be honest, your choices are super limited if you live in the U.S. or any North American country. The good news is, the best overall brand is Motorola and it's widely available around the world.

As with any phone, when choosing a smaller foldable, you want to maximize your value for money. It's also important to have a durable build, long-term support, and a good software update guarantee.

When looking for arguably the best flip phone money can buy, I suggest going for the excellent Motorola Razr Plus 2024. It comes with a great design, powerhouse hardware, and all essential features like NFC, wireless charging, and more. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is a bit expensive, but it does offer an IP48 rating, a refined design, and years of software updates.

If you're not in the United States, you can take a look at the OPPO Find N3 Flip, which has two gorgeous displays, plenty of power for even the most demanding workflows, amazing battery life with fast charging, and much more.