rugged smartphones
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for rugged smartphones.
While most smartphones are designed to be sleek and pocketable, there's a whole other category of phones that are ruggedized, waterproof, and ready to tackle the elements. Here are some great options for rugged smartphones for anyone who needs a tough device that can withstand drops, spills, or even dunks in the pool.
BLU - S91 Pro 128GB (Unlocked) - Black
Model: S0730WWSKU: 6510062Top comment"Purchased for Sister-in-Law who has an old Motorola flip phone and decided, upon retirement, to learn how to use a smart phone. ...Really good phone.. enough memory and it's fast! If looking for a cheap and good smart phone This is the one!...Great phone for beginning smart phone user..."
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The S91 PRO makes a statement with its sleek and classy design. Featuring a premium glass back cover that is both polished and luxurious to the touch, making this gorgeous 6.5” smartphone a head-tuner anywhere you go. S91 PRO comes with MediaTek’s dynamic Helio G37 chipset for power and efficiency. Take professional-grade quality photos with the S91 PRO. The Super triple A.I 50MP Camera will capture all your memorable moments. Capture the world and its entirety with the Ultra-Wide Cameras expanded field of vision. Packed with a mighty 5,000mAh battery for a stress-free use, the S91 PRO will power through all your daily task. There is no better feeling than knowing your phone is there when you need it the most. Unlock your smartphone with the press of a finger and Face ID. The S91 PRO comes with a complementary rugged case that ensures your phone is protected from daily wear and tear.Top comment"Purchased for Sister-in-Law who has an old Motorola flip phone and decided, upon retirement, to learn how to use a smart phone. ...Really good phone.. enough memory and it's fast! If looking for a cheap and good smart phone This is the one!...Great phone for beginning smart phone user..."
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The S91 PRO makes a statement with its sleek and classy design. Featuring a premium glass back cover that is both polished and luxurious to the touch, making this gorgeous 6.5” smartphone a head-tuner anywhere you go. S91 PRO comes with MediaTek’s dynamic Helio G37 chipset for power and efficiency. Take professional-grade quality photos with the S91 PRO. The Super triple A.I 50MP Camera will capture all your memorable moments. Capture the world and its entirety with the Ultra-Wide Cameras expanded field of vision. Packed with a mighty 5,000mAh battery for a stress-free use, the S91 PRO will power through all your daily task. There is no better feeling than knowing your phone is there when you need it the most. Unlock your smartphone with the press of a finger and Face ID. The S91 PRO comes with a complementary rugged case that ensures your phone is protected from daily wear and tear.See all All Unlocked Cell Phones
UAG - Scout Case for Samsung Galaxy A13 5G - Black
Model: 214004124040SKU: 6505486Top comment"First smart phone...Sturdy...This case is really protecting my phone. It is sturdy and tough. I would recommend this case for your phone."
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UAG Scout Series is Inspired by modern wanderers. Minimalist look with complete covarage. Smooth, light-weight TPU gives your case a sleek look wihile also being rugged and tough. Tackle everyday with ease knowing your device is protected. Model number: 2140004124040Top comment"First smart phone...Sturdy...This case is really protecting my phone. It is sturdy and tough. I would recommend this case for your phone."
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UAG Scout Series is Inspired by modern wanderers. Minimalist look with complete covarage. Smooth, light-weight TPU gives your case a sleek look wihile also being rugged and tough. Tackle everyday with ease knowing your device is protected. Model number: 2140004124040See all Samsung Galaxy Accessories
UAG - Scout Case for Samsung Galaxy A53 5G - Black
Model: 213528124040SKU: 6505489Top comment"Well built case which fits perfectly to the phone. Nice grip....Durable...Just dropped my phone twice yesterday. No damage. Whew"
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UAG Scout Series is Inspired by modern wanderers. Minimalist look with complete covarage. Smooth, light-weight TPU gives your case a sleek look wihile also being rugged and tough. Tackle everyday with ease knowing your device is protected. Model number: 213528124040Top comment"Well built case which fits perfectly to the phone. Nice grip....Durable...Just dropped my phone twice yesterday. No damage. Whew"
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UAG Scout Series is Inspired by modern wanderers. Minimalist look with complete covarage. Smooth, light-weight TPU gives your case a sleek look wihile also being rugged and tough. Tackle everyday with ease knowing your device is protected. Model number: 213528124040See all Samsung Galaxy Accessories
Samsung - Galaxy Z Flip4 256GB - Graphite (Verizon)
Model: SM-F721UZAEVZWSKU: 6512850Top comment"Easy transition phone from old style flip phone to smart phone. ...Fun, sturdy and compact!...I was originally a Samsung smart phone user and switched to Google Pixel phones for the last 4 years. "
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Galaxy Z Flip4 is pocket sized for big moves. With its compact form, foldable display and statement making color choices, you have countless new ways to capture your best life on a whole new level.Top comment"Easy transition phone from old style flip phone to smart phone. ...Fun, sturdy and compact!...I was originally a Samsung smart phone user and switched to Google Pixel phones for the last 4 years. "
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Galaxy Z Flip4 is pocket sized for big moves. With its compact form, foldable display and statement making color choices, you have countless new ways to capture your best life on a whole new level.See all All Cell Phones with Plans
BLU - J9L 32GB (Unlocked) - Black
Model: J0091WWSKU: 6502970Top comment"Smart phone for a teen...Smart phone, basic functionality. You really don’t need more. ...Smart phone...Perfect phone for students, portable, durable and smart. "
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The all new BLU J9L combines the design detail with precise engineering to develop amazing products. Gorgeous pattern on the battery cover that stands out among the rest. Enjoy all your movies and picture with the captivating 6.0” curved glass display. Vivid color and pristine pixel for a out of this world experience. Breeze through all your apps with octa-core speed with 1.6GHz of computing power, flawless performance for all your daily task. Life is full of amazing moments and you can capture a piece of that with the J9L’s Dual 8MP + Depth Sensor camera with LED flash. Share your selfies with an equally impressive 8 Megapixel front camera. Unlock your J9L with the touch of a finger. Keeps all your files and information secure and private. Blazing speed OS that allow apps to start up 15% faster when you run Android (Go edition) on an entry-level smartphone. Running lighter and saving data, Making more possible on so many devices. Connecting the world one Android phone at a time. Stay globally connected with friends and family while traveling the world. The J9L comes with 4G LTE 1/2/3/4/5/7/12/17/28 that ensures you always have access to worldwide carrier coverage while you are on the go! Take advantage of different voice and data plans to get better rates, better coverage and separate bills with the J9L Dual SIM slots.Top comment"Smart phone for a teen...Smart phone, basic functionality. You really don’t need more. ...Smart phone...Perfect phone for students, portable, durable and smart. "
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The all new BLU J9L combines the design detail with precise engineering to develop amazing products. Gorgeous pattern on the battery cover that stands out among the rest. Enjoy all your movies and picture with the captivating 6.0” curved glass display. Vivid color and pristine pixel for a out of this world experience. Breeze through all your apps with octa-core speed with 1.6GHz of computing power, flawless performance for all your daily task. Life is full of amazing moments and you can capture a piece of that with the J9L’s Dual 8MP + Depth Sensor camera with LED flash. Share your selfies with an equally impressive 8 Megapixel front camera. Unlock your J9L with the touch of a finger. Keeps all your files and information secure and private. Blazing speed OS that allow apps to start up 15% faster when you run Android (Go edition) on an entry-level smartphone. Running lighter and saving data, Making more possible on so many devices. Connecting the world one Android phone at a time. Stay globally connected with friends and family while traveling the world. The J9L comes with 4G LTE 1/2/3/4/5/7/12/17/28 that ensures you always have access to worldwide carrier coverage while you are on the go! Take advantage of different voice and data plans to get better rates, better coverage and separate bills with the J9L Dual SIM slots.See all All Unlocked Cell Phones
Samsung - Galaxy Z Flip3 5G 128GB (Unlocked) - Phantom Black
Model: SM-F711UZKBXAA/SM-F711UZKAXAASKU: 6466010Top comment"Awesome pocket size smart phone!!!...Got this phone for my wife replaced her previous note10+ yes happy face she has been always wanted portable size of smart phone with choice of resize!!! ...New phone...Good phone durable and great new tech with the flip!"
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A foldable display and informative cover screen put the old school flip phone to shame. With Flex Mode functionality, you can take hands-free selfies, group pics and videos with the sound of your voice . With our strongest aluminum frame ever and an IPX8 water-resistant rating, Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is engineered to play as hard as you do and always ready for your big moves.Top comment"Awesome pocket size smart phone!!!...Got this phone for my wife replaced her previous note10+ yes happy face she has been always wanted portable size of smart phone with choice of resize!!! ...New phone...Good phone durable and great new tech with the flip!"
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A foldable display and informative cover screen put the old school flip phone to shame. With Flex Mode functionality, you can take hands-free selfies, group pics and videos with the sound of your voice . With our strongest aluminum frame ever and an IPX8 water-resistant rating, Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is engineered to play as hard as you do and always ready for your big moves.See all All Unlocked Cell Phones
Motorola - Moto G Power 5G 2023 256GB (Unlocked) - Mineral Black
Model: PAWA0003USSKU: 6535977Top comment"Phone Moto...Good value for a Android smart phone With good storage capacity...1st phone...Easy durable just what a firsr Time smart Phone user needs"
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Experience ultra-fast 5G performance with an octa-core processor.1 Enjoy seamless scrolling on a razor-sharp 6.5" FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Welcome to life at the speed of moto g power 5G.Top comment"Phone Moto...Good value for a Android smart phone With good storage capacity...1st phone...Easy durable just what a firsr Time smart Phone user needs"
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Experience ultra-fast 5G performance with an octa-core processor.1 Enjoy seamless scrolling on a razor-sharp 6.5" FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Welcome to life at the speed of moto g power 5G.See all All Unlocked Cell Phones
Samsung - Galaxy S23+ 256GB (Unlocked) - Phantom Black
Model: SM-S916UZKAXAASKU: 6529715Top comment"I recommend the "spigen rugged armor" case that is very durable and affordable and slim....S23+ Review: Is This the Ultimate Smart Phone?...Plus, the 5G connectivity keeps me seamlessly connected on the go. This phone isn't just a device; it's a business partner. "
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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"I recommend the "spigen rugged armor" case that is very durable and affordable and slim....S23+ Review: Is This the Ultimate Smart Phone?...Plus, the 5G connectivity keeps me seamlessly connected on the go. This phone isn't just a device; it's a business partner. "
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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
Samsung - Galaxy S23+ 256GB (Unlocked) - Lavender
Model: SM-S916ULIAXAASKU: 6529707Top comment"Loved all my Samsung phones and ease of upgrade by using the smart transfer feature. ...[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love Samsung phones, and the reason be because they are sturdy and durable. "
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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"Loved all my Samsung phones and ease of upgrade by using the smart transfer feature. ...[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love Samsung phones, and the reason be because they are sturdy and durable. "
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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
Motorola - Moto G Play 2023 32GB (Unlocked) - Navy Blue
Model: PAVA0005USSKU: 6525883Top comment"Easy to use, easy to handle , and durable!...Easy to use, easy to handle , and durable! I wouldn’t purchase any other type of phone!...So this is just a fill in phone till I can figure out what rugged smart phone I want to go with."
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Meet the new Moto G Play. With a fast-refreshing 6.5" 90Hz display, your favorite movies, websites, and games look smooth and fluid. Add to that a 16MP triple camera system, and it’s easy to shoot like a pro.Top comment"Easy to use, easy to handle , and durable!...Easy to use, easy to handle , and durable! I wouldn’t purchase any other type of phone!...So this is just a fill in phone till I can figure out what rugged smart phone I want to go with."
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Meet the new Moto G Play. With a fast-refreshing 6.5" 90Hz display, your favorite movies, websites, and games look smooth and fluid. Add to that a 16MP triple camera system, and it’s easy to shoot like a pro.See all All Unlocked Cell Phones
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