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SPECIAL MENTION: Smartphones generally are difficult to repair, forcing consumers to replace the whole phone if anything goes wrong. Fairphone has worked to be a more sustainable alternative, with a modular design made from sustainable parts that are easy to replace or repair. While past models have lagged behind in terms of technology, the Fairphone 4 catches up with much of its Android competition.
Buy Now: Fairphone 4
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