Smartphones · updated October 2026
Best phones under £1,000
Every pick here costs £1,000 or less. We compared the 3 phones at £1,000 or less we sell from Samsung, priced £374.99 to £892.99.
The ranking below weighs the specifications that matter most for phones against the price; all of them are in stock now.
How to choose
- Storage can't be added later on most phones: 128 GB is fine with cloud photo backup, 256 GB if you shoot a lot of video.
- Screen size changes how the phone feels in the hand more than any spec: around 6.1 inches is the one-handed size.
Questions
What is the best phone under £1,000?
Our top pick is the Samsung Galaxy S24+ 256GB Black at £892.99. A 6.7" screen and 256 GB of storage, £892.99 in Black.
What does 128 GB of storage mean?
Storage is the space for the operating system, apps and your files; it doesn't affect speed day to day. 128 GB is enough for everyday apps and a good photo library if you also use cloud storage. It can't be upgraded later, so choose with a few years in mind.
Is a 6.2" screen the right size?
Phone screens are measured diagonally. Around 6.1" fits comfortably in one hand; 6.2" keeps the phone compact and pocketable.