Looking for a pocket-sized smartphone that still includes all the features you’ve come to expect? We’ve got you covered.
Although smaller phones are traditionally seen as budget-friendly options, we’ve seen more big brands releasing handsets that are 6.2-inches and under.
To ensure a phone earns its place on our best small phones list, we consider its design and how its dimensions and weight feel in hand. We also rigorously test each phone’s performance, camera and battery to ensure it reacts well across everyday tasks.
Our expert team of reviewers will spend plenty of time with the handset, switching SIMs and transferring all their apps and data over to test genuine, real-world use too.
If you’re a diehard Apple fan then you’d be better off visiting our dedicated best iPhones list instead, or to see all our favourite and top-scoring options of the past year then check out our overall best smartphones page.
Looking for a handset for more niche use or want a phone on a budget? We’ve put together lists for best gaming phone, best camera phone, best mid-range phone and best cheap phone, so you’re guaranteed to find the perfect model for you.