Getting a new PAYG

Onetime_2

Mobile novice here, only ever had one mobile!

On a Vodaphone PAYG now, looking for a new mobile (old one is glitching) that is PAYG. Do I need to get something that is 5g compatible, I hardly use my mobile, nearly all my internet usage is on my PC?

I have a local Carphone Warehouse but I am such a mobile novice I can see myself getting taken for a ride, but buying from there would make sorting any issues I have with the phone easier. Looking at the under £200 range, any suggestions on a phone would be much appreciated! 

eDicky

Onetime_2 said:

I have a local Carphone Warehouse but I am such a mobile novice I can see myself getting taken for a ride,

Your caution is wise..!

If you don't use mobile data much then 5G is not essential.

You're sure to be paying far more than you need to with Vodafone PAYG, take a look at alternatives, it's easy to port your number.

This might be useful:

https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/cheap-mobile-finder/

Cisco001

Oneplus Nord ce2 lite
Redmi note 12

Onetime_2

I was having a look at the Redmi 9T but the Oneplus seems a little expensive, also all the new mobiles are much larger than I am used to, don't they have issues fitting in a front jeans pocket? That said though I won't use the internet much when I do a larger screen and decent resolution would be a must.

theoretica

You do need at least 4G - I doubt there is anything sold new that isn't but avoid any 2nd hand 3G phones as it is being switched off.

Cisco001

Onetime_2 said:

I was having a look at the Redmi 9T but the Oneplus seems a little expensive, also all the new mobiles are much larger than I am used to, don't they have issues fitting in a front jeans pocket? That said though I won't use the internet much when I do a larger screen and decent resolution would be a must.

9T is too old. Don't bother.

Phone are large these days. If you want a smaller phone, you need to spend £300 for a new phone

Have a look at Pixel 6a and Moto Edge 30 Neo.
Keep an eye on HUKD for Pixel 6a. There are good deal pop up every so often.

Alternative, you can look at used samsung galaxy S, iphone 

Grumpysally

It's also worth noting that it's getting more difficult to find a straight forward PAYG tariff. Everything seems to be geared towards 'bundles' that roll over monthly.