Tech specs: Display: 5.5 inches IPS LCD (1280 x 720-pixel resolution), 16:9 aspect ratio | CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 MSM8917 quad core processor 1.4GHz ARM cortex A53 | RAM: 1GB LPDDR3 | Internal Storage: 8GB | Rear cameras: 8MP rear (autofocus) | Front cameras: 5MP | Dimensions: 153.6 x 77.7 x 9.67 mm | Weight: 174g | IP Rating: None

The Nokia 2.1 Android Pie edition is a useful low-cost workhorse if you want a basic phone. The 4,000mAh battery offers a solid battery life and reasonable performance, and the 5.5-inch screen has a large bezel at the top and bottom of the screen, giving a screen-to-body ratio of 69.82%.

The lightweight phone clocks in at only 174g, but at 9.67mm, it feels more solid than other low-cost phones. This phone is not dust-proof, water-resistant, or shock-proof though, so try not to drop it — the screen can indeed shatter. 

The Nokia 2.1 has a dual SIM slot and can take a micro SD card up to 128GB, which will let you install a few apps. Its 1GB RAM might be an issue if you use multiple apps simultaneously.