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Best Sprint phones

(Nov 13, 2008)

Kent German Kent German
Senior Editor
In the market for a Sprint phone? Here are the models we think should be at the top of your list. We'll be updating our selections as we review new models, so sign up for our On Call newsletter, and we'll let you know when the updated list appears. To find ringtones and accessories for these phones, plus advice and tips on how to use them, check out our cell phone ringtones, accessories, and help page.

LG Lotus

The LG Lotus has an eye-catching design, top-notch features, and great performance, making it one of the top messaging phones available from Sprint.

Price: $149.99 (check prices)

Review date: Oct 27, 2008

  • 4 stars

      Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)

Excellent

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RIM BlackBerry Curve 8330

Despite some spotty call quality, the RIM BlackBerry Curve 8330 for Sprint is a great messaging device with the bonus of EV-DO and integrated GPS. Plus, it offers more services than the Verizon BlackBerry Curve.

Price: $99.99 - $749.99 (check prices)

Review date: May 14, 2008

  • 4 stars

      Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)

Excellent

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Samsung Instinct

The Samsung Instinct stands out as one of Sprint's finest devices to date. It's just too bad its call quality could use some improvement.

Price: $99.99 - $599.99 (check prices)

Review date: Jun 6, 2008

  • 4 stars

      Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)

Excellent

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Motorola V950

It's not a video handset, but the Motorola V950 is a great rugged cell phone for making calls.

Price: Sorry, pricing not available

Review date: Sep 22, 2008

  • 4 stars

      Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)

Excellent

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HTC Touch Diamond

The HTC Touch Diamond for Sprint brings some nice additions and improvements over the unlocked GSM version--most notably to performance. It's best suited for first-time smartphone buyers or light users, while business customers should wait for the Touch Pro.

Price: $249.99 (check prices)

Review date: Sep 12, 2008

  • 3h stars

      Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)

Very good

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