10 best phones for seniors

Every year in the stores appear all new smartphones that receive certain improvements. Manufacturers are trying to give them a powerful processor, colorful display and large memory capacity. The operating system is usually used Android. Many people have long been familiar with the "green robot", so no problems arise. However, there is a separate category of people who are afraid of using a modern smartphone. This is, of course, about older people - they are much more accustomed to calling a button machine. If you are looking for a phone just for such a person, then we recommend to pay attention to our selection. This text will tell about the top ten best phones, originally intended specifically for use by an older person. In a word, we will talk about the so-called "grandmothers".

Top phone numbers for seniors

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Top phone numbers for seniors	1	ONEXT Care-Phone 6	2 190 ₽
	2	Sigma mobile Comfort 50	4 300 ₽
	3	Nobby 240B	1 430 ₽
	4	Vertex C315	1 890 ₽
	5	BQ BQ-2441 Comfort	1 560 ₽
	6	VERTEX C311	1 690 ₽
	7	teXet TM-B226	1 390 ₽
	8	MAXVI B2	879 ₽
	9	ONEXT Care-Phone 5	1 590 ₽
	10	teXet TM-D429	999 ₽

ONEXT Care-Phone 6

Rating: 4.9

If the clamshell smartphones have almost completely disappeared, then mobile phones for the elderly are occasionally created in this form factor. Of course, there is no need to wait on the top cover of the additional screen - this “chip” remained forever in the 2000s. ONEXT Care-Phone 6 instead of it received a red SOS button. When it is pressed, the phone starts to operate according to a pre-programmed algorithm. In particular, when setting up for the first time, it is proposed to set up to five numbers — it is to these numbers that SMS will then be sent and calls made. This behavior of the SOS button can not but rejoice - it is much more useful than the sound of a siren. However, the siren can also be turned on in the settings - it will scare away a robber or a hooligan who has been granted an assault on an old woman. Also in the parameters available activation of the function "Autodial". This means that after pressing the SOS button, calls from pre-entered numbers will be automatically accepted.

You should know that the settings of the SOS button are available only in the second revision of the mobile phone. Be sure to look for the label “rev 2.0” on the box with the device.

This model is capable of boasting high-quality speakerphone. That it is activated after auto-dial. But the usual conversational speaker behaves not in the best way - it will seem too quiet to some people. It is impossible to increase the volume - there is simply no such parameter in the menu.

Otherwise, this is a typical "grandmother", the insides of which are sharpened in a plastic case. As befits any modern phone, this model has two slots for SIM-cards. There is also a slot for a memory card. An external storage device is required to store MP3 music, which can also be played here. But it seems to us that the owner of this device will more often listen to music through the FM radio, which even doesn’t require headphones to be connected - there is a separate antenna inside the phone.Another memory card could be useful for saving photos. But its purpose is questionable, because the camera built in here has a resolution of 0.1 megapixel - it’s almost impossible to see anything in the picture.

The image here is displayed on the simplest 2.4-inch display. The font in the menu turned out to be quite large, in connection with which even an elderly person with impaired vision can use the device. Another product is capable of boasting a Bluetooth module. Does he need a "grandmother" - this is another question. Well, access to the global web from the owner of the gadget just will not. More precisely, WiMAX support is implemented here, but these networks have not been used for a long time in our country.

A flashlight can be considered a useful bonus - it will come in handy if a light bulb burns out again in the stairwell. More than anything interesting device does not have. The amount of internal memory is minimal, and the battery capacity does not exceed 1000 mAh, which makes the device extremely light. Oddly enough, even such a modest battery is enough for a 10-hour conversation. Or the creators of the phone are cunning, calling such a figure?

Sigma mobile Comfort 50

Rating: 4.8

This representative of our rating is the usual candy bar. A very light and compact monoblock, the weight of which does not exceed 98 g. Like many other "grandmothers", the device has keys, the numbers on which are written in a very large font. The diagonal of the screen installed here does not exceed 2.2 inches. The resolution is only 96x128 pixels. This is hardly enough to display the numbers and inscriptions in the menu. One gets the impression that working with a calculator is unlikely to be enjoyable - a low resolution makes itself felt. Against this background, it is surprising that the manufacturer did not save even more - he still did not make the display monochrome.

Many older phones have an FM radio. Here he is also present. And this is the only opportunity to listen to music with voice. The fact is that the device does not support MP3 format. In this regard, you can not worry about the fact that there is no slot for a memory card, there is absolutely nothing to store on an external drive. The device is not even capable of creating photographs - it does not even have the simplest camera.

Of course, such a device will not offer to go online. This is the most simplified mobile phone that functions strictly in 2G networks. An incoming call is signaled by a polyphonic call - just like at the turn of the millennium. Only one SIM card is allowed in the phone. But this should not scare you. Practice shows that older people often do not need more of them. They are much more important than the autodial and speakerphone - the functions that are presented here in full. A flashlight can also be useful.

On the back of the mobile phone there is a rather large SOS button. If the device is turned, you can get access to two special keys that are programmed in the corresponding settings section. It is recommended to hang up on these buttons a call of those people with whom the elderly person speaks most often. If we talk about the configuration of the device, it is very poor. You can select only the cradle - this accessory greatly simplifies the connection of the network adapter. This is important, because older people often encounter problems when using a micro USB plug (it is very tight, it goes into the corresponding connector).

Nobby 240B

Rating: 4.7

Another candy bar in our ranking. He is also able to brag of keys, the numbers on which are printed in a huge font. But the difference from the above model is a smaller number of buttons. As you can see, there are no two programmable keys. The rest of the device does not have any serious simplifications and shortcomings. In Russian stores it is sold for 1600-1700 rubles. For such a device, this is a very decent price tag, and therefore the manufacturer did not try by all means to save. In particular, he did not abandon the high-quality 2.4-inch color display, the resolution of which was 320x240 pixels. The menu here is implemented as simply as possible, in its management in most cases only two keys are involved.

It's nice that the device has got two slots for SIM-cards. And under the plastic case there is a slot for a microSD memory card. The maximum supported firmware is a 16-gigabyte drive. First of all, a memory card is needed for storing MP3-music, the support of which is fully implemented here. Placing tracks in the built-in storage is impossible, since its volume is only 32 MB. And this is not a lack of a specific model - almost all “grandmothers” have the same amount of memory. By the way, there is also an FM radio. It will allow the elderly person to listen to music and get acquainted with the news.

Many representatives of our rating have a very modest battery. Here its capacity is increased to 1500 mAh. Unfortunately, the manufacturer did not report on the battery life, and there are no reviews for this model at all - the phone went on sale just a month before writing the article. But we can assume that the use of the charger will have no more than once every three to four days. The screen has the highest power consumption, due to its very high resolution. Also, the charge actively consumes the flashlight, but it will be activated quite rarely. Well, and nothing more special apparatus can not boast. It works exclusively in 2G networks, it is impossible to get on the Internet. Among wireless modules only Bluetooth 2.1 is listed. It is designed to connect the headset. Of course, an elderly person is unlikely to use this opportunity as often - usually he simply does not need it. The exception to the rule could be made by people with impaired hearing, but it is much easier for them to use wired headphones.

Vertex C315

Rating: 4.7

Perhaps the main feature of this phone for the elderly is its display. Screen size increased to 2.31 inches, and the resolution is 320x240 pixels. All menu items are perfectly visible, and the font turned out to be quite large. But the most important thing is that the picture can be easily seen even on the street when the sun's rays fall on the phone.

The rest is a typical representative of our rating, made in the form of a monoblock. However, the product with a plastic case, sold for 1600 rubles., Can boast another feature.Call recording is implemented here! Of course, for this you need to insert a memory card, since the amount of built-in storage is traditionally worthless, but the very fact of having such a function is good news! Such an opportunity is useful in the event that the interlocutor decided to dictate his address or some other important information, and the handle was not at hand.

A microSD memory card is also needed if you want to put an MP3 song on the call. Without an external drive, only polyphonic melodies that are not of particular interest are offered to choose from. Another phone has an FM radio. As it is easy to guess, it starts up without connecting headphones - so, you can start listening to some “Beacon” at any time, even being outside the house. Well, if you still need to use headphones, then to connect them, you can use either a 3.5-millimeter audio jack, or Bluetooth 2.1.

Of course, this device does not support the installation of additional applications, as he is not able to provide access to the Internet. But he has a camera. Its resolution is 0.3 megapixels, so do not expect to get any impressive pictures. There is also a flashlight here - with the good hands of Nokia, almost all push-button telephones intended for older people began to receive it.

It remains to add that under the back cover of the mobile phone there is a 1000 mAh battery. This is enough for 7-8 hours of work in the talk mode. Charging is carried out in the traditional way - through the micro-USB, which is far from the most convenient.

BQ BQ-2441 Comfort

Rating: 4.6

Another mobile phone, distributed under the Russian brand. This representative of our rating is also a monoblock. The only serious difference from the devices discussed above is the greater number of color options - you can find not only black, but also, say, a red device on sale. As expected, about half of the front panel area is occupied by the keyboard. All buttons are pressed without any problems, and the numbers on them are written in a very large font. The only problem is the receive and end keys - they are not highlighted in green and red. Therefore, an elderly person needs to remember that the “hang up” is on the right, and the “reception” is on the left.

The product has the most simplified menu, the movement through which is organized with just two buttons. I am glad that all the icons are clearly distinguishable - the resolution of a 2.4-inch display, which is 320x240 pixels, is grateful for this. The font may seem small, but it can easily be increased. Despite the low cost, the device is able to boast a camera and image viewing. However, smart photography is definitely not about this phone. Under the lens hides the simplest matrix, which produces more noise than useful information. There is also an SOS button here. In addition to the device and plays the cradle that comes in the kit. However, it is a piece of plastic that plays the role of a stand, but no more. In any case, a person will have to insert a USB-plug into the corresponding slot located at the top of the phone (above the lock button).

The device turned out to be relatively small and light. At the same time, under its back cover there was a place for two SIM-cards. There is also a slot for microSD.The manufacturer claims that its creation even recognizes a 32-gigabyte drive. However, the card is most often installed four times less - if only there is enough space for several dozens or even hundreds of MP3-songs. There is also an FM radio that allows you to enjoy music even without using a memory card. Not forgotten, and all sorts of additional functions - for example, the device can be used as an alarm clock.

Of course, this device is completely unable to go online. But then he got a Bluetooth module at his disposal. He, as you know, allows you to use the device in a pair with a wireless headset. However, the buyer is much more pleased with the presence of a capacious battery. A full charge should be enough for three to four days of battery life, and this is subject to regular conversations.

VERTEX C311

Rating: 4.5

Every year the VERTEX brand becomes more and more popular in our country. And if smartphones under this trademark still arouse concern, then this is not the case with push-button phones. For example, VERTEX C311 does not lie on the shelves of stores - it quickly finds its customers. In this case, the device collects a lot of positive feedback. People like both its small size and the blue or red colored plastic case. Still it is impossible not to notice that all the keys here are easily groped in the dark - this is the rare case when they are not combined into one solid keyboard.

As in many other “grandmothers”, here a simplified menu is used, to navigate through which only two keys are used. The image is displayed on a color display, the diagonal of which is only two inches. Display resolution is 176x220 pixels. Not much, but it is quite enough to display the menu and the name of the caller. The device even shows something when you activate the camera. But just something, do not count on a high-quality picture, because the resolution of the matrix is ​​only 0.3 Mp.

The composition of the 93-gram device includes a Bluetooth-module that serves to connect a wireless headset. Of course, it is unlikely that the owner of the phone at least once will take advantage of this opportunity, because such headphones are more expensive than this device. Nevertheless, it is nice that even such inexpensive mobile phones now receive a “blue tooth” (in the past decade its support was a terrible rarity). As for wired headphones, the connection is also possible, the manufacturer did not forget about the 3.5 mm audio jack. In addition to listening to MP3-music you will need a memory card on which all tracks will be stored. However, you can listen not only to them, but also to FM radio.

Most modern phones are equipped with at least two slots for SIM-cards. VERTEX C311 is not an exception to the rule. He also received a flashlight, which should help the owner if he suddenly found himself in the dark.

Otherwise, this is a typical mobile phone, built on the basis of MediaTek MT6261 - processor, the cost of which barely reaches a few dollars. The device is not ground for Internet access. But he is able to work on a full charge for a very long time. Thanks for this should not be a competent optimization of the firmware, and the battery, the capacity of which reaches 1400 mAh.

teXet TM-B226

Rating: 4.5

Another candy bar in our ranking. If you look at his photos, it may seem that the device turned out to be extremely small. In fact, it is not. Not for nothing on the front panel there was a place for the display, the diagonal of which reaches 2.31 inches! The buttons here are also quite large, making them convenient to press. Even a visually impaired person who has forgotten to wear glasses can see the numbers. It is also pleasant that the receive and end keys are colored in the corresponding colors.

The screen placed here has a resolution of 320x240 pixels. It is worth noting that none of the modern push-button phones can boast a higher parameter, even if we are talking about fairly advanced models. However, an elderly person will appreciate not the resolution, but the large print, which is prescribed all the items on the menu. Another pleasantly pleased is that the viewing angles of this screen are quite decent, and the display almost does not fade under the sun. Also to taste should be the design of the back panel. Here you can find not only the camera lens, supplemented by an LED flash, at the same time playing the role of a flashlight, but also the SOS button. What is important, it almost does not stand out, whereas in other devices this kind of button is colored red, which somewhat spoils the appearance of the phone.

This model is able to work with two SIM-cards. Also under the back cover there is a separate slot for a memory card. The maximum supported external storage is 16 GB. Not only photos taken with the integrated camera, but also MP3 music can be stored on the memory card. Unfortunately, the phone uses a simple speaker, which you don't want to listen to. The problem is solved by connecting headphones or an external speaker. Interestingly, this does not necessarily apply the 3.5 mm audio jack - you can use Bluetooth. Also, the phone has an FM radio receiver - it seems that every grandmother has it.

It must be admitted that the apparatus has several disadvantages. We recommend to look in his direction only as a last resort, if you can not find the mobile phones discussed above. And it's not even in the battery, the capacity of which could be a little higher. The problem is that the device is not able to boast a high-quality assembly. It so happens that most of the reviews on this model describe certain failures.

MAXVI B2

Rating: 4.4

Another candy bar in our ranking. And I must say, one of the most compact! The height of the device is only 112.5 mm. Most of the area of ​​the front panel is, as you might guess, the keyboard. The numbers are inscribed on the buttons in white and very large print. At the same time, the background can be one of the four available colors - even the red and yellow MAXVI B2 can be found on sale. It is slightly surprising that the manufacturer decided to transfer the SOS button to the front side - in fact, its role is played by the central key. There is a suspicion that an elderly person will not remember the existence of such a button, whereas a separate key would always remind of itself. But on the other hand, accidental clicks in the bag are almost completely excluded, and the back panel now looks much more elegant.Strictly speaking, the back cover is a haven only for the camera lens, the speaker grille and the manufacturer's logo.

The cost of this model does not exceed 1100 rubles. It is clear that it is foolish to expect any impressive characteristics in such an inexpensive phone. Engineers have simplified almost everything that can be simplified. For example, they made a choice in favor of a tiny display. Its diagonal is 1.77 inches, and the resolution is 128x160 pixels. It is unlikely that such parameters will suit a person who has vision problems. I am glad that the screen has remained colored, while the image is clearly visible even in direct sunlight.

Another simplification touched the camera. It includes a matrix whose resolution is 0.3 Mp. It gives out shots of disgusting quality, which even on such a small display do not look the best. The third simplification is in the battery - its capacity is only 1200 mAh. However, our rating shows that some “grandmothers” get an even more modest battery.

Fortunately, some aspects of the device are still able to interest a potential buyer. For example, the device can be used as a simple MP3 player. It is only necessary not to forget to acquire a memory card, since there is almost no built-in storage here - well, not to consider that the most modest 32 MB? The phone also got a built-in antenna for FM radio. This means that to listen to a particular radio station, just select the appropriate icon in the menu, you do not need to connect headphones. And here there is a voice recorder, which in some cases may also be useful. Perhaps the number of advantages of the device can be recorded and its weight - it does not even reach one hundred grams.

It is curious that the manufacturer has introduced a GPRS module into its creation. Since it is meaningless to visit mobile sites using such a slow phone, it is recommended to immediately disable the corresponding connection type.

ONEXT Care-Phone 5

Rating: 4.3

In our rating, we mentioned the phone for the elderly, equipped with a camera, the resolution of which is 0.1 megapixel. Well, it's time to talk about another such device. The exact same camera is built into ONEXT Care-Phone 5. This means that it is impossible to shoot. Instead of a normal photo, you will see only continuous noises. However, the cost of such a module is calculated in cents, not dollars, so the removal of the camera would have little effect on the final price tag.

On the back of the device is not only the lens, but the SOS button - it is located directly below it. Its red color will not allow an elderly person to forget about the presence of such a button. Also on the back of the phone is a music speaker. Most often it is used to play a call. But someone from the owners of the device may think about listening to MP3 songs. Here such an opportunity is present, but with one reservation: the music must be stored on a memory card. If you don't want to bother with her, you can activate the FM radio. Importantly, to listen to the radio, you do not need to connect headphones - the antenna is already built into the phone itself. However, this is also a distinctive feature of many "grandmothers".

Of course, you can listen to music in headphones, enjoying a higher sound quality. To connect them using a 3.5 mm audio jack located on the upper end. Well, if you have a wireless headset, then a Bluetooth module will come in handy - surprisingly, the manufacturer of such a cheap phone did not refuse it.

The image here is displayed on a 1.8-inch color display. It has a low resolution, in connection with which not all names of menu items are placed on the screen. Another product has a flashlight that can illuminate the path somewhere in the dark corners of the city. Well, as the power source here uses the simplest battery with a capacity of 1200 mAh. The manufacturer claims 12 hours of battery talk time. I believe in this figure, I must say, with difficulty.

It remains to add that the device has received two slots for SIM-cards. And if many of the devices considered in this article turned out to be fluffy, then the weight of this model is 120 g.

teXet TM-D429

Rating: 4.3

Most often, phones for older people have a simple body made of plastic. Such a device is easy to damage - just drop it somewhere on the asphalt or paving slabs. But teXet TM-D429 is not like that. The case of this device is also made of plastic, but numerous rubber linings are applied on top of it. This makes using a mobile phone more confident. We can say that this is the only protected phone in our rating. However, it must be admitted that there is no moisture protection here, so falling into the water will still be fatal for the device.

Like most representatives of this collection, teXet TM-D429 has two slots for SIM-cards. It's nice that the rubber lining almost did not affect the weight of the device. But there was no place for the big screen - the manufacturer had to give his creation a 1.77-inch display, the resolution of which is 160x128 pixels. Otherwise, you would have to make the keys absolutely small, and it is often inconvenient even for a young person to press such buttons. To navigate the menu, an orange joystick is used here - this is one of the best solutions of this kind. Although it must be admitted that the active operation can lead to breakage of this structural element. Can not be said about another control, painted in orange color - this is the button to activate the flashlight, located on the side end.

This phone allows you to listen to MP3 music. To store it will have to use a memory card. You can also listen to FM radio through this model. The manufacturer has not forgotten about the 3.5 mm audio jack, and a more advanced user uses the transmission of sound to the headphones via Bluetooth. A nice bonus is the already mentioned flashlight - practice shows that it regularly comes in handy to older people even within the home apartment.

What is famous for secure phones? Perhaps its capacious battery. It uses a 1500 mAh battery. This, as you may have noticed, is a record. At least for those "grandmothers", which were considered in this rating.

Conclusion

As you can see, the devices mentioned in our article do not offer any wide functionality. This is explained by the fact that it is absolutely unprofitable to provide the push-button telephone with advanced software.And why should an older person have a device that supports Java applications and has a high-quality camera? As practice shows, pensioners simply do not need it. But comfortable use and a loud bell are extremely important - usually the “grandmothers” boast about this.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.