Best Flip Phones in the UK

What we have here is another great clam phone designed with seniors in mind. This feature-rich phone has large buttons, big font, and user-friendly operating system to let seniors lead full and rich lives.

Right out-of-the-box, it becomes obvious it's a prime device with the excellent build quality. The casing seems sturdy and all the keys have nice positive feedback. They are made from environmental rubber and offer better typing feeling.

The volume of the 15x11 box speaker is loud in both conversation mode and when used as a loudspeaker for the built-in FM app. It produces clear and real sound with high volume levels.

By the way, the phone is Hearing Aid Compatible, meaning it's perfect for customers with hearing aid devices. Also, the phone has a large programmable SOS button so that users can call for help in case of the emergency. Speed dial function is also available (M1 and M2 Speed dial buttons).

Other things that make the phone senior-friendly include ICE feature and a GPS tracking option. Additionally, the phone doubles as a torch and can light your way up to 50-100 meters, making it a reliable assistant for night activities.

As a nice touch, the phone comes with a lanyard. You can loop the long strap through the phone and wear it hanging from your neck, knowing it's always with you.

If you're looking for a high-quality mobile phone that will be extra-straightforward to use, the Geemarc CL8500 Clamshell phone may come to your liking. Designed for individuals who want something nice and simple, it can take the frustration out of using a phone.

To begin with, this model allows for two charging options - via a wall socket or via a desktop charging dock. To use the dock, you simply need to attach the included USB cable and then place your phone into it whenever you need a quick, convenient charge. The phone easily slips into the dock and needs two hours for a full charge. Ideal for people with dexterity problems who struggle with plugging in a USB cable.

The Geemarc CL8500 is also ideal for those with visual impairment since it has a talking caller-ID for 10 numbers, talking keypad, raised buttons and two bright LCD screens. The menu is also very simple and uncluttered. It lets you set up emergency contacts, quick contacts or add photos to the phonebook so it’s easy to see who you're dialling.

As a nice extra, the phone includes three one-touch memory buttons at the top of the keypad to allow for instant dialling. There’s also a handy SOS button on the back of the phone, which can alert your close people that you need help. By pressing the SOS button, you'll send an emergency text message and dial to emergency numbers preset by you or your family members.

Another safety option, I.C.E function, lets you enter your name, address, allergies, health conditions, taken medications, blood group, your GP and other important medical data that will be displayed to those who will assist you in an emergency.

Those who need a small, lightweight and affordable flip phone with a straightforward interface and good battery life may really like the TT750 Lunar. Available for less than £40, it's a perfect all-rounder with compact design and an easy-to-read colour display.

Besides the main display, the phone is fitted with an additional external display that shows notifications and allows for the clam shell auto-answering without a need to open the flip cover. Short-sighted individuals will especially appreciate the ability to receive calls just by opening the flip cover since this will save them the need to squint at the keys for the answer button. Likewise, you'll be able to end the call simply by closing the clam.

Still, if you need to use the buttons frequently, you'll like the fact that the keypad here is larger than that found on a normal phone and the buttons have a more grippy finish to be easier to press. Also, the phone has predictive text capability for those with visual impairment.

What also adds to the convenience of use is the desktop charger that rids users of the need to fiddle with cables and wires in order to get the phone charged. You can simply cradle your phone into the dock as you'd do with cordless models.

One more nice feature is the built-in torch that can light your way when walking the dog in the nighttime, for example. And since the phone can easily fit into a pocket or worn around your neck (there is an attachment for a lanyard included), it's the model that can be carried 24/7. Add to that an SOS function, and you'll get a perfect phone that can give you the total peace of mind.

The folks behind Doro are doing their best to help seniors live a better life and make them more mobile and independent. And what we have here is the Doro 2404, great mobile phone for elderly people or those individuals with poor eyesight.

To begin with, this mobile phone has a 2.4" well-readable display with very bright and sharp colours; it's well-visible even under the direct sun. The screen size gives users a really good display that is sufficient for the enlarged text. But when closed, the phone is surprisingly small and compact enough to fit into a pocket. What is nice, the casing boasts a soft-touch coating to provide you with a firmer grip.

Inside, the unit has a heavy-duty battery that is able to last up to an incredible 600 hours in standby time after a 9-hour charge. The set includes a standard mains charging plug and USB cord to charge the device.

As far as functionality is concerned, we would like to note that the phone offers predictive text function, adjustable font sizes, FM-radio and visual ring indicator. Also, the phone has a torch, making it handy for use in low-light conditions.

The 0.3-megapixel camera onboard is actually almost useless for taking high-quality photos but it's quite OK for shooting text documents, menus, or prescription. And all the captured images can be easily transferred via the Bluetooth 3.0.

If you're searching for a second backup phone or need a simple phone for your kids, the TTsims Flip TT140 may catch your fancy. It's a very simplistic model that is currently one of the cheapest mobile flip phones on the market. It costs about £20 and is great for everyday use.

Although it’s a bit "plasticky", it looks reasonably good and is available in black or red colour. It’s also lightweight and reasonably small (you'll be able to read the numbers quite well). It has a large keypad for easy typing and a user-friendly menu with sizeable icons, making the TTsims Flip TT140 model quite good for texting.

The phone takes a standard SIM card and works on all networks that run on 2G frequencies. It also boasts a quite loud volume that’s controllable for the ringtone and the voice. Each time it rings, you can answer or end calls with just a flip, which is very handy and can help you stop accidental pocket dials. But take note that there is no way to see who is calling or whether you have missed a call since the TT140 phone doesn't have an external display for notifications.

Yet, the cover is fitted with a built-in 1.3MP camera that can let you capture some important moments. As for the other extras, there is a basic FM radio, Bluetooth, and a torch function.