LG enV2 VX9100

Though not drastically different, reviewers agree the LG enV2 is a step up from LG's enV phone. The handset displays a full dial pad on the front, and it flips open to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard. The enV2 is about 40 percent thinner and 30 percent lighter than its predecessor. Both reviewers and users agree the external surface looks slightly like a calculator, especially because of its small screen, which measures just 1.45 inches diagonally. Some owners have experienced accidental calls with the external keypad. The internal QWERTY keyboard is easy to use, especially for textaholics. It has big raised keys that are spaced out enough, but a common complaint from both owners and reviewers is the lack of a typical QWERTY spacebar. Instead, there are two small spacebar buttons on each side of the keyboard. The internal screen is a bit larger than the original enV's, measuring 2.4 inches diagonally, up from 2.25 inches. Many reviewers complain about choppy video playback and poor photo quality from the 2-megapixel camera. Editors at CNET, PCMag.com and PhoneArena.com say the LG enV2 has excellent call quality and reception.

PCMag.com points out that the Blackberry Pearl does everything the enV2 does and more but is more expensive. And Verizon's Samsung SCH-U740 is similar but is more confusing and clunky. For those looking for a higher-end device, PhoneArena, Laptop Magazine and CNET suggest the LG Voyager, which has a touch screen and more features.

CNET has the best review and more than 200 user comments. PhoneArena.com provides a 360-degree view of the phone as well as a very thorough review. PCMag.com and Laptop Magazine offer relatively short and informative reviews. Amazon.com has good user reviews, as well as a comparison between the best and worst reviews. PhoneScoop.com's review is very detailed, but the layout of the site can take some getting used to.