Buying a phone
Look beyond the spec sheet. Compare phones by the total cost of ownership and long-term factors.
Compare the lifetime costBuy smarter.Keep it longer.
Understand the real cost of your phone. Compare prices, software support and repair options, with a source behind every number.
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- EU labels
- 139
- with part prices
- 61
Keeping your phone
See how repairable a phone is, what parts are available and what its support data says.
Check repair optionsBuying used
A practical checklist to help you choose a used phone with fewer surprises and a longer life.
Run the used-phone checklistMy FixIndex
Look after the phones you already own.
Keep up to six household phones in one place, with a separate checklist and review date for each. Two people can own the same model and keep different records.
- Choose the phone you own
- Record your own checks
- Choose your next review date
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The upgrade should be worth it.
A new phone has to justify its cost. Start with the device you have, the complete repair quote and the evidence for future support. Keeping it can be the better decision.
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Decision guide
Should you repair or replace your phone?
Compare the same period of use, include the complete repair cost and understand what the support evidence can tell you.
Read the decision guide Run your own numbersStart your shortlist
A few models to start your comparison. Save up to three and compare what matters to you.
| Phone | Repair class | Support basis | Open your shortlist |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 17eApple | C | EU minimum estimate | |
| Galaxy S26Samsung | C | Manufacturer policy | |
| Pixel 10aGoogle | B | Manufacturer policy | |
| Fairphone (Gen. 6)Fairphone | A | Manufacturer policy |
A lower price. Or just a louder sticker?
Check the recorded price history before you call it a deal.
Explore the price trackerKnow your phone.Know your options.
Phone data for your business
Discuss catalogue enrichment, purchasing comparisons and custom analysis built around sourced phone data.
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