For the past year, when someone needed a decent phone on the cheap, I steered them toward the Moto G (2025), which managed to pack in a fair amount of value in a device that didn't cost more than $200. As a result, the brand new Moto G (2026) arrives with a fairly high bar to clear, especially for a cheap phone.
Fortunately, the latest budget model is up to the task. It delivers better battery life than its predecessor while still offering a stylish look that suggests you've paid a lot more than $200 for your phone.
