Best phones you can buy under Ksh 15,000 in Kenya

You don’t have to break the bank to get a good phone in Kenya. With many phone brands in the market, getting a phone that suits your budget and preference is easier than ever.

However, it’s necessary to be realistic about your budget. Whether you’re looking for a phone with a good camera or a reliable phone that can handle your daily needs, a budget of Ksh 15,000 will get you a decent phone with competitive features.

Here are some of the best phones you can get under Ksh 15,000 in Kenya.

Infinix Smart 7 Plus

If you’re looking for an affordable phone with a powerful camera, the Infinix Smart 7 Plus is the phone for you. It comes equipped with an incredible 13MP rear camera that captures crisp images and videos.

  • Price: Ksh 15, 000
  • RAM: 3GB
  • Internal Storage: 64GB
  • Battery: 6,000 mAh
  • Main camera: 13 MP+0.3MP
  • Front camera: 5MP
  • Display: 6.6-inches
  • Processor: Unisoc SC9863A1
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM, 4G Band
  • Colours: Polar Black, Coastal Green, Iceland White, Peacock Blue
  • OS: Android 12 (Go Edition).

Oppo A17k

The Oppo A17k is a stylish phone with decent features such as a large capacity battery and powerful processor making it ideal for day-to-day activities. It can support demanding apps with reduced lagging.

  • Price: Ksh 14, 200
  • RAM: 3 GB
  • Internal Storage: 32 GB
  • Battery: 5000 mAh
  • Main camera: 13 MP + 2MP
  • Front camera: 8 MP
  • Display: 6.51 inches
  • Processor: Mediatek Helio P35
  • Connectivity: Dual sim, 3G, 4G, Wi-Fi
  • Colours: Wave Green, Mystic Blue
  • OS: Android 11

Samsung Galaxy A04e

Samsung is a trusted electronics company that makes good quality products for every budget. This affordable phone is a good example of quality and affordability. It offers features that compete with some high-end phones such as a large storage and decent battery life.

  • Price: Ksh 14, 200
  • RAM: 2GB, 3GB
  • Internal Storage: 32GB, 64GB,128GB
  • Battery:  5000 mAh
  • Main camera: 13 MP + 2 MP
  • Front camera: 5 MP
  • Display: 6.5 inch
  • Processor: MediaTek Helio G35
  • Connectivity: Dual sim, 2G, 3G
  • Colours: Black, Copper, Light Blue
  • OS: Android 12, One UI Core 4.1

Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus

The Redmi A2 Plus features a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, and teardrop notch which blend in with its 6.5-inch display giving it an elegant look. Its vibrant colour choice is ideal for both women and men who love a stylish phone.

  • Price: Ksh 13, 500
  • RAM: 2GB, 3GB
  • Internal Storage: 32GB/64GB
  • Battery: 5,000 mAh
  • Main camera: 8 MP + 0.08 MP
  • Front camera: 5MP
  • Display: 6.52 inches
  • Processor: Mediatek Helio G36
  • Connectivity: Dual sim, 3G, 4G, VoLTE, Wi-Fi
  • Colours: Light Green, Light Blue, Black
  • OS: Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI

Tecno Pop 7 Pro

This phone comes with many attractive features for its price. It has a powerful 13MP (wide) main camera and dual-LED flash that can take good images and videos even in low light. It has a battery capacity of 5,000mAh that supports 10W charging which ensures that your phone stays on all day long.

  • Price: Ksh 13, 500
  • RAM: 3/4GB
  • Storage: 64 GB
  • Battery: 5,000 mAh
  • Camera: 13 MP + QVGA
  • Selfie: 5 MP
  • Display: 6.56 inches
  • Processor: Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22
  • Connectivity: Dual sim, 4G, Wi-Fi
  • Colours: Turquoise Cyan, and Atlantic Blue
  • OS: Android 12, HIOS 12

 Itel P40

The Itel P40 brags of a unique and youthful design, a 6.6-inch HD+ Dot Notch display with a 90% screen-to-body ratio and double rings for the dual cameras inspired by a race car show. It also comes with a 2GB, 3GB, or 4GB RAM option and either 32GB or 64GB storage options to suit your needs.

  • Price: Ksh 13, 000
  • RAM: 2GB, 3GB, 4GB
  • Internal Storage: 32 GB, 64GB
  • Battery: 6000 mAh
  • Main camera: 13 MP + VGA
  • Front camera: 5 MP
  • Display: 6.6 inch
  • Processor: Unisoc SC9863A
  • Connectivity: Dual sim, 3G, Wi-Fi
  • Colours: Force Black, Dreamy Blue, Luxurious Gold
  • OS: Android 12 (Go edition)

Nokia C22

Nokia is another reliable phone maker that offers phones for all budgets. Their phones are tested thoroughly for durability against drops, dust and moisture. The Nokia C22 not only boasts durability but also several competitive features to set it apart in the market.

  • Price: Ksh 13, 000
  • RAM: 2GB, 3GB
  • Storage: 64GB
  • Battery: 5000 mAh
  • Camera: 13MP+2MP
  • Selfie: 5 MP
  • Display: 6.52 inch
  • Processor: Unisoc SC9863A (28nm)
  • Connectivity: Dual sim, 4G, Wi-Fi
  • Colours: Sand, Midnight Black
  • OS: Android 13 (Go edition)

Itel A60s

With a colourful and trendy design, the Itel A60s is a stunning device that you’d proudly show off. It’s also equipped with an internal memory of up to 128 GB and 8 GB RAM to ensure a smooth user experience.

  • Price: Ksh 12, 300
  • RAM: 4GB
  • Internal Storage: 64/128 GB
  • Battery: 5000 mAh
  • Main camera: 8MP+QVGA
  • Front camera: 5 MP
  • Display: 6.6 inch
  • Processor: Unisoc SC9863A1
  • Connectivity: Dual sim, 4G, Wi-Fi
  • Colours: Shadow Black, Glacier Green, Moonlit Violet
  • OS: Android 12

Vivo Y15s

Vivo Y15s is not just a beauty to look at. It comes with amazing features such as a large capacity 5,000 mAh battery that supports 10W charging.  Whether you’re a heavy phone user or a light one, this battery capacity will ensure that your phone stays on the whole day.

  • Price: Ksh 14, 200
  • RAM: 3 GB
  • Internal Storage: 32 GB
  • Battery: 5000 mAh
  • Main camera: 13 MP + 2MP
  • Front camera: 8 MP
  • Display: 6.51 inches
  • Processor: Mediatek Helio P35
  • Connectivity: Dual sim, 3G, 4G, Wi-Fi
  • Colours: Wave Green, Mystic Blue
  • OS: Android 11

Samsung Galaxy A03 Core

For the price, this phone has an impressive 5000 mAh battery which should last up to two days. This is one of its best features. It has decent performance capabilities but you shouldn’t expect a lot from the phone. It’s more ideal for carrying out your day-to-day business than entertainment.

  • Price: Ksh 11, 700
  • Internal Storage: 32GB
  • Battery:  5000 mAh
  • Main camera: 8 MP
  • Front camera: 5 MP
  • Display: 6.5 inch
  • Processor: Unisoc SC9863A (28nm)
  • Connectivity: Dual sim, 2G, 3G, 4G
  • Colours: Black, Blue
  • OS: Android 11 (Go edition)