Phones Under KSh 20,000 in Kenya
Shopi Team · · 3 min read
Most phones under KSh 20,000 in Kenya are new budget Androids from brands like Tecno, Infinix, itel, Samsung's Galaxy A series and Xiaomi's Redmi, or an older phone bought second hand. Below are phones listed on Shopi at this price right now, then what to look for so you get a good one.
Phones under KSh 20,000 on Shopi right now
KES 4,499The MiraScreen E9 Wireless Display Receiver plug-and-play.
The Bazaar, Nairobi
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KES 4,500Blue Villaon Smartphone with Cracked Screen
PCEA macedonia church, Kajiado
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KES 8,499The WiWU Wi-WM005 is a dual wireless lavalier microphone system
The Bazaar, Nairobi
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KES 7,499WiWU Wi-WM002 USB-C Portable Wireless Microphone for Smartphones
The Bazaar, Nairobi
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KES 6,499Transformers TF-Y15 Wireless Speaker, a magnetic portable Bluetooth speaker
The Bazaar, Nairobi
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KES 6,499The oraimo FitScale Smart LED Body Fat Scale (OPC-SC200N),
The Bazaar, Nairobi
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These listings are filtered to KSh 20,000 or less, and the prices are what sellers are asking.
What to look for at this budget
- Storage: 64GB at the very least, 128GB if you can. Apps, photos and WhatsApp media fill a phone fast, and a full phone slows down.
- RAM: 4GB or more stops WhatsApp, TikTok and your browser reloading every time you switch between them.
- Battery: 5,000mAh is common at this price and usually lasts a full day.
- Charging port: USB-C. Most new phones use it, and it's easier to find a charger.
- Network: 4G is fine for most people. 5G only matters if you live in a 5G area and use a lot of data.
- Software updates. Samsung's Galaxy A phones usually get more years of updates than most budget brands, which helps with security and resale.
New or second hand?
A new budget phone comes with a warranty and a fresh battery. Tecno, Infinix and itel phones are serviced at Carlcare service centres around Kenya.
A second-hand phone can get you a better camera or screen for the same money, but the battery has aged and there's usually no warranty. If you buy used, check it carefully first.
How to check a phone before you pay
- The seller removes their Google account (or Apple ID on an iPhone) in front of you. Otherwise the phone can lock itself after a reset.
- The IMEI matches: dial *#06# and compare it with the box and the phone's settings.
- Your own SIM works: make a call and use mobile data.
- The screen has no dead spots. Open a plain white page to see them.
- The cameras, speakers, microphone and charging port all work. Record a short voice note to test the mic.
- For a new phone, the box is sealed and the seller tells you what the warranty covers.
Other budgets
Want an iPhone instead? The iPhone 13 price guide covers what to check on a used one.
See phones under KSh 20,000
Filter by brand and location, then message the seller directly.
Questions
Which phone brands are cheapest in Kenya?
Tecno, Infinix and itel have the widest range of low-priced phones, alongside Samsung's Galaxy A series and Xiaomi's Redmi phones.
Is a new budget phone better than a used flagship?
A new budget phone gives you a fresh battery and a warranty. A used flagship gives you a better camera and screen, but check the battery and make sure it isn't locked to the previous owner's account.
How do I know a second-hand phone isn't stolen?
Ask for the box and receipt, check the IMEI matches by dialling *#06#, and walk away from a seller who can't unlock the phone or remove their account.
