If you’re in the market for a smartphone here in Kenya with a budget of Kshs. 15,000.00 and below, then this article is for you.

Nowadays, a smartphone is pretty much essential for everyday life. Nearly everyone uses WhatsApp for texting and sending files, Google Chrome and YouTube for entertainment and education as well as Instagram and Facebook for keeping in touch.

Unfortunately for Kenyans, the government has decided to exploit this increased demand for smartphones by levying more taxes on them. This has resulted in a sharp increase in smartphone prices from 2023. 

While you could previously get a decent smartphone for Kshs. 10,000 and below, you’ll now need to dig deeper into your pockets in order to get a good phone.

In this guide, we’ll go over the best smartphones that you can get here in Kenya for Kshs. 15,000 and below. One thing to remember is that you get what you pay for when it comes to smartphones.

Don’t expect to get the fastest or most feature-packed model with a sub-15k budget. These smartphones also tend to not last very long. You’ll find yourself needing a replacement after one to two years, depending on how heavily you use your phone.

We recommend saving up as much as possible in order to get a model that will serve you longer. Also, avoid going for brands that are not well known. This is because you’ll have a hard time getting accessories such as cases and screen protectors. The repairability of the phone will also be a challenge for lesser-known brands.

With these few considerations in mind, let’s go over the best smartphones under 15k here in Kenya.