There is no scarcity of budget handsets in the market. But that does not mean that an ever-expanding range of choices will always guarantee you your dream phone.
Making a right choice for your needs is no small job: with so many smartphones available on the market, choosing the right one isn't easy. It's enough to make you confused.
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That's where GizBot comes in. Throughout this year, our in-house team reviews the latest smartphones.
Today, you'll be pleased to know that based on your feedback we've come up with a list of 5 best budget smartphones to buy in India. Now you should have no problem picking the best handset suiting your needs. Stay tuned to GizBot for more updates!
Recommended: Apple iPhone 6 Plus Vs Google Nexus 6: Who Is The King ? What made the Redmi 1S so successful in India? Marketing is always not the right answer. Well in this case, the device itself stands out among the competing devices, all thanks to its power packed performance. For that reason alone, Xiami's Redmi 1S deserves high praise. It's got a superb camera, and fits perfectly in the hand. Screen: 4.7-inch HD Storage: 8GB, up to 64GB Processor: 1.6GHz quad-core Snapdragon 400 CPU; RAM: 1GB Software: Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Connectivity: Dual SIM, Wi-Fi, 3G, Bluetooth 4.0 and GPS Camera: 8MP (rear), 2MP (front) Battery: 2000mAh Read full review Xiaomi Redmi 1S Asking price - Rs. 5,999 The Canvas A1 runs on stock Android 4.4 (KitKat) out-of-the box, and that's what makes it click with Indian users. Android One is a new platform introduced by Google to promote the usage of "connected device" in the country. And with the new Micromax Canvas A1 Google is for the first time trying to woo common masses. At this price, the Micromax-made Canvas A1 is a killer device. Screen: 4.5 Inch (480x854) Storage: 4GB, up to 32GB Processor: 1.3GHz quad-core processor RAM: 1GB Software: Android 4.4 (upgradable to Android 5 Lollipop) Connectivity: Dual SIM, Wi-Fi, 3G, Bluetooth and GPS Camera: 5MP (rear), 2MP (front) Battery: 1700mAh Asking price - Rs. 6,499 It seems to be completely wrong to ignore the world's third biggest mobile OS, after Android and iOS. Nokia may have lost its charm long back, but the firm is trying to bounce back into the mainstream smartphone market with the Lumia 630. The Nokia Lumia 630 is a big deal in countries like India and there are many reasons to support our claim. First and foremost, the Lumia 630 comes preloaded with Microsoft's mobile Office built-in, which allow users to view or edit documents. Running on the latest Windows Phone 8.1, the Nokia Lumia 630 is a device to desire, in our opinion. Screen: 4.5 Inch (480x854) Storage: 8GB, up to 128GB Processor: 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor RAM: 512MB Software: Windows Phone 8.1 Connectivity: Dual SIM, Wi-Fi, 3G, Bluetooth and GPS Camera: 5MP (rear), no front camera Battery: 1830 mAh Read full review Nokia Lumia 630 Asking price - Rs. 9,000 Asus' Zenfone 5 is a killer handset in most respects. It has a very good camera and outlasts the competition without compromising the overall experience. It's Zen User Interface (UI) really sets its part. So who should buy the Asus Zenfone 5 ? If you like your smartphone to look different, maybe you should buy the Zenfone 5. Screen: 5-Inch (720p) Storage: 8GB, up to 64GB Processor: Intel Atom ( dual core) Connectivity: Dual SIM, Wi-Fi, 3G, Bluetooth and GPS Camera: 8MP (rear), 2MP (front) Battery: 2110mAh Read first look Asus Zenfone 5 The first-generation Moto G, which is still being offered online, houses a 4.5-inch screen, running the latest version of Android. This very phone offers complete package, including a long battery life. We wholeheartedly recommend the Moto G to our readers. Screen: 4.5 Inch (720p) Storage: 8GB, up to 32GB Processor: 1.3GHz quad-core processor RAM: 1GB Software: Android 4.4 (upgradable to Android 5 Lollipop) Connectivity: Dual SIM, Wi-Fi, 3G, Bluetooth and GPS Camera: 5MP (rear), 2MP (front) Battery: 1700mAh Read full review Motorola Moto G Asking price - Rs. 8,990 
Xiaomi Redmi 1S
Micromax Canvas A1 (Android One)
Nokia Lumia 630
Asus Zenfone 5
Asking price - Rs.10,000
Motorola Moto G (2013)
