Other folding phones to consider
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 for $850, 2023 fifth generation Galaxy Z Flip5 (7/10, Wired recommends) is a polished flip-style handset IPX8 water-resistance rating And a silent hinge. It closes completely flat without leaving any gaps in between, and this iteration has a large cover screen on the front, which lets you see large widgets like calendar, weather, step count, and timer – along with Along with the ability to respond, it also provides information. them through a full-sized keyboard—without ever opening the device. The new Flip6 doesn't add many new features – the upgrades are in the software, and the Flip5 received many of them. Just make sure it's significantly cheaper than the Flip6.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 for $1,399, Galaxy Z Fold5 (7/10, Wired recommends) from 2023 still shares many similarities with the new Galaxy Z Fold6, although the front screen isn't as wide and can be a bit of a hassle to use (apps can feel a little squashed). It's still an excellent, well-built phone, but you should avoid paying anything close to the MSRP. Wait for the sale.
Xiaomi Mix Flip for £1,099, Xiaomi's first flip phone has a beautiful design with excellent displays inside and out, long battery life with fast charging, and flagship-level performance, which makes a nice change as flip phones often have mediocre features. It also has a solid dual-lens camera, with the capable main shooter opting for telephoto instead of ultrawide, which is more useful for most people. The software slows down the party a bit, it doesn't have an IP rating, and it's very expensive, but I had fun with this flip phone. ,simon hill
Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 for $1,299, Launched only in China like its predecessors, Xiaomi has promised a wider release for the Mix Fold 4 at some point (though not in the US). It's not much thicker than the Honor Magic V3 above, and the screen crease is more pronounced when you open it. The performance and battery life are impeccable, and it supports fast wired and wireless charging. It also has a versatile Leica-tuned camera. But it doesn't seem like a huge upgrade from last year Xiaomi Mix Fold 3,simon hill
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Motorola Razr+ (2023) for $550, Razer+ (7/10, Wired recommends) is one of the nicer looking flip phones due to the leather-like material on the back. Plus it comes in ruby color! The external screen isn't as big as the latest Razr+ (2024), but you can still open any app without any restrictions. The cameras are not that good and the battery life is also mediocre. Still, at this price it's a smart buy.
Motorola Razr (2023) for $350, That's a remarkable price for a folding phone, even if it's just a year old. It sacrifices a large cover screen, meaning the smaller display on the front is only useful for checking the time, weather, and a few notifications. The hinge mechanism doesn't feel anywhere near as good as newer models (it's a little noisy), but you get a 6.9-inch OLED screen inside, a 144-Hz screen refresh rate, and perfectly good performance. Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset.
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Google Pixel Fold for $1,350, We've seen the Pixel Fold drop to less than $1,200 at retailers Amazon And best BuyAnd that's a good price for it, especially since it's now been replaced by the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Read our Pixel Fold review (8/10, Wired recommends) for more information about this elaborate and heavy piece of equipment.
Oppo Find N3 Flip for $899, I used the Find N3 Flip for several weeks – including while I was on the go – and it was an excellent companion. I don't find its tall front screen that useful (I'd prefer something like the Razer+ or Z Flip 6), and it doesn't help that opening it doesn't make a very pleasant sound. It also loses points on the IPX4 rating. But it's powerful enough, the screen brightens decently, and the battery lasts a whole day with heavy use. The triple camera system is the main attraction – it's rare on a flip phone and includes 2X optical zoom. The results won't blow you away but are more than satisfactory.
Nubia Flip 5G for $499 (£500), This supercute flip foldable has a stylish circular screen on the front. Nubia Flip 5G (6/10 Wired Review) is the most affordable foldable we've seen so far, apart from discounts on other models. Sadly the front screen isn't very practical, and with limited processing power and battery life it's clearly an average performer. The software is also dated, and we have concerns about Nubia's update policy. But for those looking to try out a foldable on a limited budget, the Flip 5G is one way to do so. ,simon hill