Best Cell Phones for Seniors

The best cell phones for seniors have large buttons, easy-to-read displays, simple menus and minimal features, making them perfect for an emergency phone.

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Check Prices and Plans	Pantech Breeze III Reviewed March 2012 Affordable entry-level flip phone keeps it simple Pros: Great call quality, affordable, spacious keyboard, spacious keyboard Cons: Headphone jack only takes microUSB, poor image quality, looks exactly like its predecessor See more photos, specs and reviews	*Est. $30 with contract
Check Prices and Plans	Pantech Ease Reviewed December 2010 Easy-to-use phone saddled by pricey monthly messaging plan Pros: Sturdy design, clear call quality, large, brightly lit touch screen, roomy slide-out QWERTY keyboard Cons: Expensive monthly messaging plan required See more photos, specs and reviews	*Est. $50 with contract
Check Prices and Plans	Pantech Breeze II Reviewed December 2010 Cheap, entry-level phone is a breeze to use Pros: Low monthly fees, easy mode for beginners, easy-to-read keypad, turn-by-turn directions Cons: Buttons fairly flat against surface See more photos, specs and reviews	Discontinued
Check Prices and Plans	Samsung Jitterbug J SPH-A310 Reviewed August 2009 A no-nonsense phone for technophobes Pros: Large, easy-to-read display, simple menus, bluetooth connectivity, add-on services, including roadside assistance Cons: Minimal features, mediocre call quality and reception, volume control poorly placed, calling plans can get expensive See more photos, specs and reviews	*Est. $65, no contract
Check Prices and Plans	Clarity ClarityLife C900 Reviewed May 2009 Senior-friendly slider phone with built-in flashlight Pros: Unlocked, good call quality and loud volume, built-in flashlight and emergency features, can use AA or rechargeable batteries Cons: 2.5 hours talk time (rated), keys can be hard to press, interface could be simpler See more photos, specs and reviews	*Est. $50, no contract