phones for texting
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for phones for texting.
The best phones for texting are the ones that have the most features and the best performance. If you're looking for a new phone to text on, you'll want one that has the latest software and hardware. You'll also want a phone that's easy to use and has a good battery life. Browse the top-ranked list of phones for texting below along with associated reviews and opinions.
Samsung - Galaxy Z Fold4 256GB - Beige (Verizon)
Model: SM-F936UZEAVZWSKU: 6512837Top comment"I am amazed at how easy it is to text with this phone when it is open. The split keyboard nailed it. ...Phone/Text - this is where I have some minor complaints. ...Great phone with minor annoyances...A+ Texting"
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Unfold a world of possibilities with Galaxy Z Fold4. It’s more than just a phone it's a foldable powerhouse that allows you to do more from the palm of your hand.Top comment"I am amazed at how easy it is to text with this phone when it is open. The split keyboard nailed it. ...Phone/Text - this is where I have some minor complaints. ...Great phone with minor annoyances...A+ Texting"
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Unfold a world of possibilities with Galaxy Z Fold4. It’s more than just a phone it's a foldable powerhouse that allows you to do more from the palm of your hand.See all All Cell Phones with Plans
Samsung - Galaxy S22 Ultra 128GB (Unlocked) - Burgundy
Model: SM-S908UDRAXAASKU: 6494426Top comment"Decent phone, but glitches too frequently...Apps constantly crash and I have trouble doing basic things like texting and making phone calls. I use it for photos and that works well. ...Awesome Phone!...Only issue o have had is I don't always receive text messaged unless I restart my phone. Picture quality is top notch."
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The power of our fastest chip ever, long lasting battery, and sophisticated AI enables revolutionary night-time video that’s as clear-as-day. And, for the first time, S Pen with its increased super-powers has been embedded in Galaxy S22 Ultra’s beautifully sleek design. Today, Galaxy S22 Ultra sets an epic standard of smartphone experience.Top comment"Decent phone, but glitches too frequently...Apps constantly crash and I have trouble doing basic things like texting and making phone calls. I use it for photos and that works well. ...Awesome Phone!...Only issue o have had is I don't always receive text messaged unless I restart my phone. Picture quality is top notch."
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The power of our fastest chip ever, long lasting battery, and sophisticated AI enables revolutionary night-time video that’s as clear-as-day. And, for the first time, S Pen with its increased super-powers has been embedded in Galaxy S22 Ultra’s beautifully sleek design. Today, Galaxy S22 Ultra sets an epic standard of smartphone experience.See all All Unlocked Cell Phones
OnePlus - Nord N200 5G 64GB (Unlocked) - Blue Quantum
Model: DE2117SKU: 6468089Top comment"Cell phone...The phone is good for calls, texting and playing games. ...After a week the phone Stopped receiving text messages"
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It’s 5G for all with the OnePlus Nord N200 5G, enabling blazing fast upload and download speeds. The large, clear 90Hz Full HD display puts all day immersive entertainment in the palm of your hands. Powered by a massive 5000mAh battery, you can rest assured that the Nord N200 5G can handle all your movies, TV shows, and games without breaking a sweat. Combined with a healthy pool of RAM and expandable storage, you’ll have all the resources necessary to run all your games and apps smoothly. A triple camera system allows for beautiful photo and video shoots. OnePlus Nord N200 5G packs a powerful punch, making premium specs and the power of 5G more accessible than ever.Top comment"Cell phone...The phone is good for calls, texting and playing games. ...After a week the phone Stopped receiving text messages"
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It’s 5G for all with the OnePlus Nord N200 5G, enabling blazing fast upload and download speeds. The large, clear 90Hz Full HD display puts all day immersive entertainment in the palm of your hands. Powered by a massive 5000mAh battery, you can rest assured that the Nord N200 5G can handle all your movies, TV shows, and games without breaking a sweat. Combined with a healthy pool of RAM and expandable storage, you’ll have all the resources necessary to run all your games and apps smoothly. A triple camera system allows for beautiful photo and video shoots. OnePlus Nord N200 5G packs a powerful punch, making premium specs and the power of 5G more accessible than ever.See all All Unlocked Cell Phones
Lively™ - Jitterbug Smart3 Smartphone for Seniors - Black
Model: 5007SJBS3-8IN-V2SKU: 6538310Top comment"It was not as user friendly for her as we hoped. To simply make a phone call you had to go through prompts - call, contact, call vs text - when you already pushed on the call button. ...does weird things like rolling back to home page in the middle of texting."
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The Jitterbug Smart3 is designed to be easy to use from the moment you turn it on. Everything you want to do, from calling and video chatting with family to sharing photos and getting directions, is organized in a single list on one screen with large, legible letters. A long-lasting battery and voice typing give you the flexibility to stay in touch the way you want. And, with exclusive services like Urgent Response, Nurse On-Call, Lively Link and Lively Rides, you have a whole team to help you stay connected, safe and healthy. Lively offers unlimited talk and text for just $19.99/month so it's easy to stay connected to friends and family.Top comment"It was not as user friendly for her as we hoped. To simply make a phone call you had to go through prompts - call, contact, call vs text - when you already pushed on the call button. ...does weird things like rolling back to home page in the middle of texting."
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The Jitterbug Smart3 is designed to be easy to use from the moment you turn it on. Everything you want to do, from calling and video chatting with family to sharing photos and getting directions, is organized in a single list on one screen with large, legible letters. A long-lasting battery and voice typing give you the flexibility to stay in touch the way you want. And, with exclusive services like Urgent Response, Nurse On-Call, Lively Link and Lively Rides, you have a whole team to help you stay connected, safe and healthy. Lively offers unlimited talk and text for just $19.99/month so it's easy to stay connected to friends and family.See all Lively Phones
Apple - iPhone 14 Pro 256GB - Gold (Verizon)
Model: MQ163LL/ASKU: 6487392Top comment"In short, you know that it's going to be a secure device, solid for texting (down with the green boxers!), great with email/calendering and a vast, user-friendly catalog of apps. ...Iphone 14 FTW… love these new phones.. its really more than a phone ….its an pocket computer."
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iPhone 14 Pro. Capture incredible detail with a 48MP Main camera. Experience iPhone in a whole new way with Dynamic Island and Always-On display. And get peace of mind with groundbreaking safety features.Top comment"In short, you know that it's going to be a secure device, solid for texting (down with the green boxers!), great with email/calendering and a vast, user-friendly catalog of apps. ...Iphone 14 FTW… love these new phones.. its really more than a phone ….its an pocket computer."
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iPhone 14 Pro. Capture incredible detail with a 48MP Main camera. Experience iPhone in a whole new way with Dynamic Island and Always-On display. And get peace of mind with groundbreaking safety features.See all All iPhone
Nokia - 2780 Flip Phone (Unlocked) - Red
Model: TA-1420SKU: 6527538Top comment"A Great Phone for Basic Service...An absolutely fabulous flip phone! We had tried the Nokia 6300 and liked the slim design and talk quality, but the texting was horrible (seemed like the software couldn't keep up with the texting input). ...my kind of phone.....KISS...excellent.....just what I wanted......voice & text work perfect......don't need smart phone for my needs....don't need movies, youtube, tictok, etc.............very good price also"
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Make the most of the modern in Nokia 225 4G with affordable 4G – so you can enjoy clear call quality, social media, multiplayer gaming and more. It’s easy to be precise with the premium performance keymat, comfortable curved back and separate function keys. Plus, the glossy, hard-coated colors deliver a high-end finish. Seize the day with a phone that won’t hold you back. With a long-lasting 1150 mAh battery and signature durability, Nokia 225 4G is built to last. Nokia 225 4G won’t let you get bored. Try out the built-in camera, listen to the wireless FM radio and beat your best game scores. Classic meets contemporary with Nokia 225 4G. There’s a world of perks that come with 4G, like clearer call quality, social media and multiplayer gaming. The premium performance keymat and dedicated function keys make typing and navigating feel even more precise – and the glossy hard-coated colors deliver a high-end finish. Add to this the curved back, easy-grip edge, long-lasting battery life and durability, and Nokia 225 4G really is the full package. You’ve even got essentials like Facebook, Snake, try-and-buy games and a built-in camera to give your downtime an upgrade.Top comment"A Great Phone for Basic Service...An absolutely fabulous flip phone! We had tried the Nokia 6300 and liked the slim design and talk quality, but the texting was horrible (seemed like the software couldn't keep up with the texting input). ...my kind of phone.....KISS...excellent.....just what I wanted......voice & text work perfect......don't need smart phone for my needs....don't need movies, youtube, tictok, etc.............very good price also"
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Make the most of the modern in Nokia 225 4G with affordable 4G – so you can enjoy clear call quality, social media, multiplayer gaming and more. It’s easy to be precise with the premium performance keymat, comfortable curved back and separate function keys. Plus, the glossy, hard-coated colors deliver a high-end finish. Seize the day with a phone that won’t hold you back. With a long-lasting 1150 mAh battery and signature durability, Nokia 225 4G is built to last. Nokia 225 4G won’t let you get bored. Try out the built-in camera, listen to the wireless FM radio and beat your best game scores. Classic meets contemporary with Nokia 225 4G. There’s a world of perks that come with 4G, like clearer call quality, social media and multiplayer gaming. The premium performance keymat and dedicated function keys make typing and navigating feel even more precise – and the glossy hard-coated colors deliver a high-end finish. Add to this the curved back, easy-grip edge, long-lasting battery life and durability, and Nokia 225 4G really is the full package. You’ve even got essentials like Facebook, Snake, try-and-buy games and a built-in camera to give your downtime an upgrade.See all All Unlocked Cell Phones
Samsung - Galaxy S23+ 256GB - Lavender (AT&T)
Model: SM-S916USKU: 6532262Top comment"[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Use the new phone for phone calls, photos, text, email etc...Love this phone...I use this for everything. Games,text internet extr...."
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Make every day epic with the new Samsung Galaxy S23+. Seize the moment with the crystal-clear 50MP camera with advanced Nightography. The S23+ features powerful processing performance, automatic adaptive 6.6” display, and battery power to keep you going!Top comment"[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Use the new phone for phone calls, photos, text, email etc...Love this phone...I use this for everything. Games,text internet extr...."
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Make every day epic with the new Samsung Galaxy S23+. Seize the moment with the crystal-clear 50MP camera with advanced Nightography. The S23+ features powerful processing performance, automatic adaptive 6.6” display, and battery power to keep you going!See all All Cell Phones with Plans
Apple - iPhone 14 Pro Max 256GB - Space Black (AT&T)
Model: MQ8T3LL/ASKU: 6487260Top comment"Great pictures, phone hardware TBD...We’ve had some issues with iMessage and text not going through—texting each other in the same room. ...Super phone...Great phone, I am partial to Apple phone. My last phone lasted over 5 years"
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iPhone 14 Pro Max. Capture incredible detail with a 48MP Main camera. Experience iPhone in a whole new way with Dynamic Island and Always-On display. And get peace of mind with groundbreaking safety features.Top comment"Great pictures, phone hardware TBD...We’ve had some issues with iMessage and text not going through—texting each other in the same room. ...Super phone...Great phone, I am partial to Apple phone. My last phone lasted over 5 years"
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iPhone 14 Pro Max. Capture incredible detail with a 48MP Main camera. Experience iPhone in a whole new way with Dynamic Island and Always-On display. And get peace of mind with groundbreaking safety features.See all All iPhone
BLU - S91 64GB (Unlocked) - Black
Model: S0710WWSKU: 6510061Top comment"Better than most inexpensive phones...Son using it as a music player and surfing the web. Not using as a phone....Not bad good phones for price its worth the money"
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Stunning and beautiful curved glass battery cover design with state of the art engineering, the S91 is elegant and supreme. Classy colors that bring out the best of the smartphone. Super Triple A.I 13 Megapixels Camera that captures all the perfect moments. With the S91, all that can be instantly taken care of with professional grade quality. The all new S91 comes with a punch, rocking a MediaTek Helio G25 chipset for power and efficiency. Speeding at 2.0GHz Octa-Core for a smooth and flawless user experience. The S91 offers and endless amount of features to enhance all your amazing pictures. With this incredible software, all your photos are sure to be social media ready! Pro mode on the S91 offers parameter adjustments making it easy to frame views in all different scenes, delivering a professional shooting experience. The world was meant to be seen in its entirety. Capture it with the S91's Ultra Wide Camera's expanded field of vision. Activated A.I functions for automatic scene detection to adjust your camera to the best scene. Packing a massive 5,000mAh battery for stress-free use, the S91 will power through all your daily tasks. There is no better feeling than knowing that your phone is there when you need it most. Unlock your smartphone with the press of a finger for quick and easy access. The S91 ensures total security for all your important applications and files. Unlocking the phone has never been easier. With the S91, users can unlock with both Face ID and security fingerprint sensor in the back of the device.Top comment"Better than most inexpensive phones...Son using it as a music player and surfing the web. Not using as a phone....Not bad good phones for price its worth the money"
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Stunning and beautiful curved glass battery cover design with state of the art engineering, the S91 is elegant and supreme. Classy colors that bring out the best of the smartphone. Super Triple A.I 13 Megapixels Camera that captures all the perfect moments. With the S91, all that can be instantly taken care of with professional grade quality. The all new S91 comes with a punch, rocking a MediaTek Helio G25 chipset for power and efficiency. Speeding at 2.0GHz Octa-Core for a smooth and flawless user experience. The S91 offers and endless amount of features to enhance all your amazing pictures. With this incredible software, all your photos are sure to be social media ready! Pro mode on the S91 offers parameter adjustments making it easy to frame views in all different scenes, delivering a professional shooting experience. The world was meant to be seen in its entirety. Capture it with the S91's Ultra Wide Camera's expanded field of vision. Activated A.I functions for automatic scene detection to adjust your camera to the best scene. Packing a massive 5,000mAh battery for stress-free use, the S91 will power through all your daily tasks. There is no better feeling than knowing that your phone is there when you need it most. Unlock your smartphone with the press of a finger for quick and easy access. The S91 ensures total security for all your important applications and files. Unlocking the phone has never been easier. With the S91, users can unlock with both Face ID and security fingerprint sensor in the back of the device.See all All Unlocked Cell Phones
Samsung - Galaxy S23 256GB (Unlocked) - Green
Model: SM-S911UZGEXAASKU: 6529699Top comment"In the unique colors of the phone are great....My Samsung S23 phone....[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use my phone for texting I'm calling. And sometimes video chatting."
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Meet Galaxy S23, the phone takes you out of the everyday and into the epic. Life doesn’t wait for the perfect lighting, but with Nightography, you are always ready to seize the moment and snap memories like a pro. See your content no matter the time of day on a display with a refresh rate up to 120Hz and Adaptive Vision Booster. Capture and create in rich detail, and then use Quick Share to share across devices without losing quality. Move past the mundane and embrace epic power with Galaxy S23.Top comment"In the unique colors of the phone are great....My Samsung S23 phone....[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use my phone for texting I'm calling. And sometimes video chatting."
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Meet Galaxy S23, the phone takes you out of the everyday and into the epic. Life doesn’t wait for the perfect lighting, but with Nightography, you are always ready to seize the moment and snap memories like a pro. See your content no matter the time of day on a display with a refresh rate up to 120Hz and Adaptive Vision Booster. Capture and create in rich detail, and then use Quick Share to share across devices without losing quality. Move past the mundane and embrace epic power with Galaxy S23.See all All Unlocked Cell Phones
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