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Fairphone 4

Fairphone 4
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alaScore 90

28 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 28 reviews of Fairphone 4. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Opinions about the reliability and durability are overall positive. The design and battery also get good feedback. Some have doubts about the portability and camera. There are mixed views on the connectivity and usability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Fairphone 4 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Tom Bedford (techradar.com)

Fairphone 4 review

 

Great for the planet, and also your pocket

Made from green materials ; Has a durable body ; Great battery life

Iffy camera performance ; Fingerprint sensor is temperamental ; No 3.5mm headphone jack

Oct, 2021
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Expert review by : Tom Bedford (techradar.com)

Hands on: Fairphone 4 review

 

Not just for environmentalists

Really sturdy build ; Made with eco materials

Fiddly fingerprint scanner ; Connectivity concerns

Sep, 2021
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Expert review by : Henry Burrell (techadvisor.co.uk)

Fairphone 4 review

 

The Fairphone 4 is the first device from the company that is as good as other phones in its price bracket

Solid performance ; Completely repairable ; Five year warranty ; Five years of security patches

Bulky and thick ; Average display ; Android 11

The Fairphone 4 is not only the most ethical smartphone purchase you can make, it’s also a perfectly solid mid-range device that is designed to last at least five years.

Sep, 2022
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Expert review by : which_co_uk (which.co.uk)

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The Fairphone 4 5G smartphone claims to be made entirely from eco-friendly materials sourced in sustainable ways. It's repairable, too. But does it offer anything more than durability and eco credentials? Read our review of this smartphone to find out.

Feb, 2022
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Expert review by : Connor Jones (itpro.co.uk)

Fairphone 4 Review: A modular phone for a wasteful world | IT PRO

 

The latest Fairphone is still the statement fashion piece to show your eco-friendliness, but better performance can be found elsewhere for a cheaper price

Solid, modular design ; 5G connectivity ; Eco-friendly approach to tech

Poor camera performance ; Bad battery life

Jun, 2022
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Expert review by : Sandra Vogel (zdnet.com)

Fairphone 4 5G review: A sustainable smartphone for ethical consumers | ZDNet

 

You can get better specifications and performance for the price, but the Fairphone 4 5G offers an unrivalled combination of ethical sourcing, modular repairability and long-term software support.

Ethical, sustainable principles ; Modular hardware design ; Physical SIM and eSIM – both 5G ; Extended software support

On the large/heavy side ; Cameras could be better ; Pricey given the specifications

Oct, 2021
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Expert review by : John Hvidlykke (lbtechreviews.com)

Fairphone 4 Fairphone 4 Review - Smartphone for kitchen table technicians

 

Fairphone 4 is a smartphone without built-in obsolescence. You can replace the parts yourself. Unfortunately, you can't upgrade to a faster processor.

Guaranteed updates for the next five years. Easy to repair faulty parts - at home on your kitchen table.

How do you price a sustainable future? Measured by cynical standards, you get too little raw performance for your money. No included charger.

Fairphone 4 is based on a sound and sympathetic idea: to avoid obsolescence while ensuring that nothing goes to waste as electronic waste. The idea that users can replace defective parts themselves also appeals to my hobbyist heart.

Apr, 2022
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Expert review by : Jerry Hildenbrand (androidcentral.com)

Fairphone 4 review: Sustainable, repairable, and ethical

 

Five-year warranty ; A long support life ; Easily repaired

Mediocre camera ; It's not cheap ; Not using the very best specs

The Fairphone 4 doesn't boast the best specs or a unique design. But it does offer a few meaningful things you just can't get from any other phone maker.

Feb, 2022
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Expert review by : Benjamin Lucks (androidpit.com)

Fairphone 4 review: The smartphone with a conscience

 

How does this eco-friendly smartphone perform in our review? NextPit takes it for a spin and shares its strengths and weaknesses.

Possibly receive up to 6 years software updates ; Sustainable device ; Made under fair working conditions ; Surprisingly good camera performance ; Feels well-made ; Good battery life

Comparatively expensive ; Rather large and heavy ; LCD display with a teardrop notch ; Lags technically behind similarly priced smartphones

The Fairphone 4 is currently the best alternative for users who value sustainability over everything else. The trade-offs that have to be made are mainly the performance and the design. While smartphones from other manufacturers are already equipped...

Oct, 2021
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