Guides & tips

Phone and tablet insurance costs £4-£15 a month in the UK. Here is how to work out whether it is worth it for your device, and what it actually covers.

Lebara now has 12 SIM-only plans live on GadgetRank, from £4.50/month. Here is exactly what you get, how the network works, and whether Lebara is worth it in 2026.

Not sure exactly which iPhone or Samsung model you own? Here is the fastest way to check on any phone, without needing the box or receipt.

That old Nokia in your drawer might be worth more than you think — some classic models fetch surprising prices from collectors. Here is what determines value and where to sell.

Screen burn is permanent image retention on OLED displays. Here is what causes it, how to prevent it, and whether it will reduce what a recycler pays for your phone.

AppleCare+ covers accidental damage, battery service and tech support — but not everything. Here is exactly what is and isn't included, and whether it affects your phone's resale value.

Selling your phone through a recycler? Here is exactly how the free postage and collection process works with Royal Mail and DPD, step by step.

Looking for an easy-to-use phone for an elderly relative? We rank the best big button and simple phones available in the UK in 2026.

You don't need to pay EE or O2 prices to get EE or O2 coverage. We compare the best budget SIM only deals from independent networks in 2026.

TTfone makes big button phones designed for seniors and those who want simplicity. We review their range, prices, quality and whether they're worth buying.

1pMobile runs on EE's network but charges a fraction of EE's prices. We review their plans, coverage, customer service and whether they're worth switching to.

BambooSIM offers affordable travel eSIM plans for 130+ countries. We review their coverage, pricing, activation process and whether they're worth using.

WorldSIM covers 200+ countries with one SIM or eSIM. We review their plans, coverage, prices and whether they're the right travel SIM for UK travellers.

Sell ur is one of the UK's top phone recyclers. We review their prices, payment speed, process and what makes them stand out from the competition.

ur is one of the UK's leading certified refurbishers. We review their grading system, warranty, prices and process to help you decide if they're right for you.

Not sure where to buy a refurbished phone in the UK? We compare every option — certified retailers, marketplaces, and ones to avoid — so you buy safely.