As smartphones keep getting expensive by the day, there are those who still need reliable devices without spending a ton of cash on one. For anyone who is looking for a smartphone under Ksh 10,000, I will try and highlight some of the top 5 that you can choose. This list is up to date as of November 2023 and since things may change, there might be new devices available depending on when you read this post.
There are some second hand smartphones that you can get for under 10k in Kenya but this list only covers new phones that you get to unbox for the first time. All the devices included on this list are available through most online and offline stores. I have included links to where you can buy each phone online.
I have tried to include at least one device from each manufacturer so as not to fill the list with just smartphones from one brand.
Best phones in Kenya Under 10K
There are quite a number of good smartphones in Kenya you can get under 10K. Below are the top 6.
| Smartphone | Prices |
|---|---|
| itel A04 | Ksh 8,500 |
| itel A60 | Ksh 9,500 |
| Infinix Smart 7 | Ksh 10,000 |
| Xiaomi Redmi A1 + | Ksh 10,000 |
| Tecno Pop 6 | Ksh 9,999 |
| Nokia C2 2nd Edition | Ksh 8,300 |
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The itel A04 is yet another good phone that you can get for under Ksh 10,000. The price varies depending on where you get it but I have seen the price of the itel A04 in Kenya range from Ksh 8,500 to 9,999. You should look around on platforms like Jumia to find the best deal before buying one.
Itel is known for its affordable devices and the A04 is just one of them. Have a look at the itel A04 specifications below.
Display: 6.3-inch (480 x 960 pixels)
Front Camera: 5MP
Rear Camera: 5MP
RAM: 2GB
Storage: 32GB
Battery Capacity: 4,000mAh
OS: Android 11 (Go edition)
Itel A60
The itel A60 is one of the latest smartphones to launch in Kenya. The phone was launched in the country a few weeks ago. It is available on Jumia starting from Ksh 9,500. With this you are getting some decent specs and I believe good value for your money. Have a look at its key specifications below;
Display: 6.6-inch (720×1,612)
Front Camera: 5MP
Rear Camera: 8MP + VGA
RAM: 2GB
Storage: 32GB
Battery Capacity: 5,000mAh
OS: Android 12 (Go edition)
See: Itel A60 Specifications and Price in Kenya
Infinix Smart 7
The Infinix Smart 7 is another good smartphone you can get for Ksh 10,000. Its price tends to fluctuate so much so one day you will see it listed on Jumia for Ksh 10,000 and the next day you will see the same listing retailing for Ksh 10,500 or 10,900. The best thing to do is monitor the listing you want and keep checking if the price goes back to 10K. The Smart 7 is one of the latest from Jumia so when you buy it you know you are getting the latest hardware and software.
Have a look at its key specifications.
Display: 6.6-inch (720×1,612)
Front Camera: 5MP
Rear Camera: 8MP
RAM: 2GB
Storage: 32GB
Battery Capacity: 5,000mAh
OS: Android 12
Redmi A1+
Another good phone that you can get for Ksh 10,000 is the Redmi A1+. With this phone, prices also tend to fluctuate but you can easily get it for 10K depending on where you buy it from. This phone was introduced to the local market back in October 2022 so it is still new to the market. Have a look at its specifications.
Display: 6.52-inch (720×1,600)
Front Camera: 5MP
Rear Camera: 8MP + 0.3 MP
RAM: 2GB
Storage: 32GB
Battery Capacity: 5,000mAh
OS: Android 12 With MIUI 12
See: Xiaomi Redmi A1+ (Plus) Specifications
Tecno Pop 6
The Tecno POP 6 is another decent smartphone that you can get under 10k. The phone has been on the market for a while but it is a good choice for anyone who is looking for an affordable smartphone. On Jumia, the PIP 6 is listed for Ksh 9,999. Have a look at its specifications below.
Display: 6.1-inch (720×1560)
Front Camera: 5MP
Rear Camera: 5MP
RAM: 2GB
Storage: 32GB
Battery Capacity: 5,000mAh
OS: Android 11 Go Edition
Read: Tecno Pop 6 Specifications
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is another good smartphone you can get in Kenya for under 10k. This is one of the many affordable smartphones from Nokia that you can get in the country and is a good choice for anyone looking for an entry level smartphone. Have a look at the specs below.
Display: 5.7-inch (480 x 960 pixels)
Front Camera: 2MP
Rear Camera: 5MP
RAM: 1GB
Storage: 32GB
Battery Capacity: 2,500mAh
OS: Android 11 Go Edition
Which smartphone brand is best under 10000?
There are quite a number of good smartphones in Kenya you can get under 10. The top brands include Xiaomi, Infinix, itel, Tecno and Nokia.