Moto G Play 2023 (XT2271DL) Tracfone Review

 Tracfone Moto G Play 2023 Review

The 2023 Moto G Play offers a very low price, and a handful of great features including the 6.5" touschreen, long battery life and Android 12. It also comes with a triple rear camera setup, 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage.

There are not many new phones released at the Play's low price point, but we will compare several options, including last year's Moto G Power (2022), which now shares a similar price.

The Moto G Play 2023 is also available as an unlocked version, with a somewhat higher price than the Tracfone version.  We are expecting several more new phones coming to Tracfone soon, and keep up with all of them in our List of Latest Tracfone Smartphones. 

Let's start with our pros and cons on the 2023 Play.

What we Like:
-Long Battery Life
-Large screen with 90hz refresh rate
-Very Affordable Price

What we Don't Like:
-Performance is lacking
-Mediocre Processor
-720p screen

With some of the classic features of a Motorola - a large screen and long battery life - the Play will attract some users. Motorola skipped offering a version of this phone last year, instead opting to only release the Moto G Power in this price range. The last available model, the Moto G Play 2021, was a popular option for some with a nice balance of features and price. 

One feature missing that is becoming more and more noticeable is the lack of 5G network access. 

Tracfone Moto G Play 2023 (XT2271DL) Features and Specs

Below are the features followed by the technical specs

• Android 12
• 4G LTE compatible (Verizon)
• Access to the Google Play Store with over 1 Million Apps
• WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
• GPS, GLONASS
• Bluetooth 5
• Alarm Clock
• MP3 Player
• Standard 3.5mm headphone jack
• Voicemail, Caller ID, Call Waiting
• SMS/MMS
• USB Type-C 2.0 connection
• USB Charger (10W Charging)
• Sensors: Fingerprint, accelerometer, proximity, barometer
• Water-repellent coating
• Hearing Aid Compatible

Moto G Play 2023 (XT2271DL) Specs
Size: 6.58 x 3.01 x 0.37 in (7.2 oz)
Camera: Triple Rear Camera - 16MP (wide), 2MP (depth), 2MP (macro), 5MP front camera
Screen: 6.5" HD touchscreen with 720x1600 resolution (270 ppi)
Processor: Octa-core (MediaTek Helio G37) Processor
Memory: 3 GB
Storage: 32 GB and dedicated MicroSDXC card slot
Battery: 5,000 mAh with 46 hrs talk time (non-removable)

Motorola was a longstanding American telecommunications company founded in 1928. In 2011, after several years of significant losses and challenges, the company was split and the mobile phone segment of the company was sold to Google. Two years later, the Motorola mobile phone segment was sold again, this time to Lenovo, a global electronics manufacturer with headquarters in both China and the US.

During the ownership by Google, the popular Moto G line was first released, as an unlocked, budget smartphone that still packed features to keep up with all the daily needs of users. Since transitioning to Lenovo, that has continued, with now a large lineup of Moto G phones released every year. 

Many Tracfone BYOP users are very familiar with the Motorola brand as it has released a number of low cost unlocked phones capable of being used with Tracfone going back to the original Moto G. The Moto G Play (2023) is also available unlocked and can be used with any service provider.

In recent years, Motorola's naming practices of new phones each year have been all over the map. So if you are a little confused about some of their phones and where they fall in the lineup, you are not alone. For 2023, Motorola is releasing the Moto G Power (2023) as their top budget device, the Moto G Stylus (2023) as their mid-level offering, and the Moto G Play (2023) as the cheapest option.

While not all the specs are the most impressive on this version of the Play, it is available at a very reasonable price and we will  take a closer look in our full review.

Tracfone Moto G Play 2023 (XT2271DL) Review

Touchscreen

The nice, large, 6.5" screen with  fast refresh rate of 90hz (compared to the typical 60hz) is a great feature. A resolution of just 720x1600 gives the Moto G Play a pixel density of about 270ppi, which is on the low side compared to many devices in the 400's. Screen ratio follows the current trend at 20:9, allowing a large screen that is taller, for easier use in one hand. And finally, the screen to body ratio is about 79%, which is, again, on the low side, but just means that their are some thicker bezels, but not a big issue.

Screen performance is pretty solid, especially thanks to the faster 90hz refresh rate which can help smooth things out. It is only an HD+ screen, but we can't really expect more at this price. Brightness is fine, but struggles in full sunlight as will most phones under $200.

Performance - Processor, RAM and Storage

The 2023 Play features a MediaTek Helio G37 Octa-core processor with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal memory. There is additional storage thanks to a MicroSDXC card slot.

We had hoped to see some better performances specs out of this phone, maybe more storage, or a better processor, but at this price point, Motorola really had to keep things to the minimum required for usability.

Interestingly, last year's Moto G Power (2022) has the same processor, but 4GB RAM, and 64GB internal storage (and currently with a price lower than the Play). While it is nice to get the processor from a more expensive device in the 2023 Play, the 2021 version of the Moto G Play had a Snapdragon 460 processor which was more powerful than the G37 processor.

With all that said, performance on the Play is okay, with most moderate tasks functioning just fine. Using more resource intensive apps will bog down the device quickly though, and gaming likely won't be a great experience overall.

For the price, the performance specs might be expected, but beyond calling, texting and some web surfing or social media, the 2023 Moto G Play will struggle a little to keep up. For those interested in some gaming or other activities, consider a more powerful device from last year or the year before, which will likely be discounted almost to the same price as the Play. 

See our list of the Best Tracfone Smartphones under $100 for some options.

Camera

On the back of the phone is a triple camera setup with a 16MP main 'wide' sensor, 2MP depth and 2MP Macro sensors. The front has a single 5MP selfie camera.

The front and rear cameras are mediocre in general. They capture reasonably good images in good lighting, but will quickly suffer when the light is lowered. The macro sensor is kind of interesting for super close up things, but at just 2MP, it doesn't have the resolution to be very useable. The depth sensor helps with achieving 'portrait' style photos from the main rear shooter which is a nice feature to have..

To be fair, no one should be expecting too much from this low cost device, and the cameras do the job well enough for casual photos to send to friends and family. But with how far cell phone cameras have come in recent years, the Moto G Play is just nowhere near that. Additionally, the Moto G Power (2022) features very similar cameras, but with a 50MP main camera for a little more detail and resolution.

Both front and rear sensors can shoot full HD video recording (1080p) at 30 fps and the rear camera can do up to 60 fps. The video quality is good enough for most uses, such as social media and sending to friends.

The Moto G Play 2023 is not the phone to get for those who want to use it to shoot YouTube videos or create influencer images. But for casual snaps to send to friends and family, it will generally get the job done just fine. For those craving more camera power, consider devices such as the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G or the unlocked Google Pixel 6a (with the Pixel achieving the better photos).

Make the most of your camera with our 8 Simple Photo Tips.

Battery

At 5,000 mAh, the Moto G Play 2023 follows most other Motorola devices to deliver long battery life. However, both a slow, 10W charging speed, and somewhat lower actual battery usage time, are making this a little less of an exciting feature. 

Some battery torture testing by Android enthusiasts are revealing somewhat lower battery life compared to the previous model. The Play will still last through the day with moderate use, but some of Motorola's previous devices were well known for 2 and even 3 day battery life.

At this price point there is no wireless or fast charging available. 

Android OS

One big reason to choose the 2023 Play over older devices is the updated Android OS software which not only brings newer features but also many security fixes and updates.

The Moto G Play 2023 will likely get Android 13 at some point in the future. But we are also a little disappointed because many devices are being released at this time with Android 13, which makes them automatically a little more attractive

Android 12 features a significant design change to 'Material You' and is the largest design update in several years. The most notable design feature is the ability to choose a home screen background, and then select a color from that background that is then used in many of the menus and other UI features.

Beyond design, there are many helpful features added such as scrolling screenshot which allows you to capture more than just what is on the screen - a nice feature.

In the background, the new software offers a host of updates and improvements geared especially at gaming, but also helpful for surfing the web or using social media. 

As with any Android update, there are plenty of security fixes and features. There is a new privacy dashboard to help manage all of those things in one place, and there are indicators for when the camera or microphone are in use. 

Get the most from your phone with our List of the Best Android Apps!

Design

While it is a very cheap phone, the actual design of the 2023 Play gives it a feel of something more expensive. There is nothing visually about it that would distinguish it form a mid range device. The front bezels are a little on the large size, but not to an extreme. 

At the back of the phone we get the triple rear camera, and the fingerprint sensor which is very responsive and accurate. At the top of the device is the 3.5mm headphone jack (almost a rarity these days), and the bottom is where the USB-C charging port and speaker are located.

The power button and volume rocker are on the right side, with the SIM and microSD card slot on the left edge of the device.

The design is oddly very similar to the Moto G Power (2022) with an almost identical size and weight, and very similar back panel and other design features. 

Overall Conclusion

For the price, this phone isn't bad. It has a handful of lackluster features, including mediocre performance and storage, and the camera is nothing to be excited about.

Yet, with all that said, it still is a solid phone with good looks, a large screen, and a very low retail price which all make it an interesting option as a basic, but capable smartphone.

For those shopping at this price point, the Moto G Play 2023 may be one of the newest smartphones under $100 from Tracfone. And for those who will use the phone for calling, texting, and some modest web surfing or social media, it will keep up with that just fine.

There are a number of phones from Tracfone at this time that are a year or two old, and now available around $100 that offer a lot more performance from the processor, more storage, and some even offer 5G network capability. So if those are important features, maybe keep shopping.

Moto G Play 2023 VS Samsung Galaxy A14 5G

The Galaxy A14 5G is also available from Tracfone and packs a lot of features in for the price. Compared to the Moto G Play 2023, the A14 5G offers upgrades in just about every category, for only a little more money. It has a larger, higher resolution screen, more RAM and storage, 5G network access, NFC, better cameras, a better software update policy, and comes with Android 13 instead of 12. 

Not everyone likes the additional software Samsung includes with their phones, but for those that do like it, or don't mind it, all the other nice upgrades makes the Galaxy A14 5G a better choice for most. 

Moto G Play 2023 VS Moto G Power 2022

There are quite a few similarities between the 2022 Power and 2023 Play. First of all, the size, weight, and exterior design of the phones are almost identical, even sharing the same specs on the touchscreen. On the inside, they both run on the MediaTek G37 processor. 

Some features are a little different, with the Power opting for a little more RAM, internal storage, and higher MP rear camera. The Moto G Power 2022 also was released with Android 11, but can be upgraded to 12.

There are quite a few places that offer the Moto G Power 2022 for less than $100, and even closer to $70. And with it offering a little more storage, RAM and camera quality, it might be a cheaper, but better phone to buy.

We are also expecting Tracfone to release the 2023 Moto G Power 5G soon, which will be priced around $200.

Where to Buy the Moto G Play 2023 from Tracfone

The Moto G Power 2022 is available only from the Tracfone website online at the moment, but it is already discounted to under $100. It will likely be released soon from more retailers.

Get a 2-Pack Moto G Play Bundle w/ 1500 talk/text/data and 1 Year service from HSN or QVC for under $100

Get the Tracfone Moto G Play 2023 from QVC w/ airtime bundle for $59 (limited time deal)

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Best Apps for Tracfone Android Users (2024)

List of the Best Android Apps for Tracfone

View a list of the best applications to use with Android OS for Tracfone users. This list is compiled by TracfoneReviewer, with help from our readers.

The Best Apps to use with Tracfone Android Smartphones

More and more Tracfone users are using Android powered smartphones that Tracfone has been making available, especially with new powerful smartphones like the Moto G Power and Samsung Galaxy A20, or the wide variety of unlocked Android phones on Tracfone BYOP.

Android smartphones are incredibly powerful devices, offering many of the same functions as a laptop computer. Android is simply a standardized operating system, which allows many people to create applications, or programs, which can work on all the different Android devices. You can surf the web, check email, look up information, manage banking, and much, much more.

But sometimes it is hard to know exactly what you should be doing with your Android phone, and what apps are the best for making life easier, and more convenient.

So we are creating a list of the Best Apps for Tracfone Android users. And we want to hear from you! Leave a comment below with your top apps, and we'll work on adding the best to the list.

Now let's get to the list of apps!

List of the Best Apps for Android Tracfone Users

These apps are some of the most popular, and most useful and cover a variety of categories. We will try to share as many apps as are useful for using with Tracfone Android devices.

Not everyone uses the same apps, or has need of particular apps, but browse through the list and see what sounds useful to you!

Best New Apps for 2024:

Here are several new apps for 2024 that offer new and exciting features and we wanted to include at the top of the list.

SuperImage
Enlarge just about any image from your phone using this powerful AI driven image upscaler. Using your phone's processor and GPU, the app takes low resolution images and enhances them. Best of all, your images stay right on your device, so no issues with needing to upload them to an external website.

Mood Journal
Improve mental health with this daily mood tracking app that, "combines a few principles from psychotherapy for controlling your mood. Through tracking and self-reflection and our AI algorithms, you can get insights into what affects your mood and feelings." This app even has the ability to take video journal entries, which can be reviewed back later.

SoundCrowed Music Player

A simple, material themed music player app that is free and open source and specializes in playing long music sets, podcasts or audiobooks. SoundCrowd features the generation of waveforms that visualize your music tracks during playback and can be used for precise seeking through gestures.

1. Tracfone Specific Apps

Tracfone App
The app from Tracfone to check your balance, and manage your account. It is also possible to add airtime through the app, and a variety of other functions. If your phone doesn't have a lot of space, you can just bookmark the Tracfone website and check your balance there.

AppMgr III app

AppMgr III
A convenient app manager that can let you move apps to your SD card to free up space. AppMgr III is especially useful for Tracfone Android users because of the limited internal space on many of the phones. AppMgr III does more than just moving apps, it also can freeze apps, and do other management tasks.

Note: Some phones won't allow you to move Apps to your SD card. You will have to root your device if you want to do that.

2. General/Productivity Apps

Todoist

Set tasks and get reminders quickly and easily. Plus the app can automatically sort tasks based on when they are due. This simple but highly effective to-do app is a great productivity boaster. 

Venmo
Pay and request payment from friends in this simple and easy to use money transferring app. Do you wish there was an easy way to pay back a friend who bought your lunch? With Venmo, it is very simple and seamless to send and receive money. Venmo is owned by parent company Paypal.

Amazon Kindle App
Have an entire library on your phone. The Amazon Kindle App allows you to download books from Amazon, and read them on your phone. This is a simple, powerful app that works well,
Plus, pair it with many sources for free kindle books, and you have an almost unlimited FREE supply of reading material.

Swiftkey
This app replaces your stock keyboard with one of the most popular, and best keyboards available for smartphones. Besides using advanced algorithms to track and predict your typing to speed it up, the app also looks great, and has a number of different styles and themes to choose from.

Pocket
A save for later app that makes it simple and easy to save webpages and many other things for later offline consumption. You can keep everything in one easy to find place, so you don't forget about that article or video you wanted to see.

Gas Buddy
Find the cheapest gas with this super convenient, community updated app. Whether your just driving around your town, or traveling across country, search for and find the cheapest gas in your area or along the route and save some extra cash! It isn't hard to check the prices, and sometimes gas can be significantly cheaper just a few miles away. But be careful you don't get too caught up, because driving 50 miles out of your way probably isn't actually saving you much money...

3. News, Note, Task and List Apps

Nwsty
Want to hear about current events without spending much time? Get just the top 6-10 headlines of current news from all over the world from Nwsty delivered to your phone. The app also delivers short news podcasts for those who want to listen on the go.

TheScore - Live Sports Scores, News and more
Looking for an all-in-one app to track all your favorite sports? TheScore has you covered! Get live score updates for all your teams and curate your own favorites list for news and highlights!

Evernote
This convenient app makes note taking a breeze. Jot down a to do list, or write up a few paragraphs, no matter what you are recording this app can do it. You also have great syncing functions across devices, including your computer.

Google Keep
As a relatively new and unknown app, Google Keep is simple, and amazingly useful. It can be used for a variety of functions beyond simple list making and note taking, including setting reminders and recording photos and voice. This is a very handy app to have for when you need to run to the grocery store, or get a reminder about something at work, and it allows syncing across devices, and list sharing.

Any.do
Providing an 'all-in-one' to do list for anything from household chores, to work related tasks. Any.do is a clean and simple app that focuses on helping you remember what you need to do, and accomplish your daily goals. You can also sync between devices, and set reoccurring tasks.

4. Social Apps

Facebook
A standard for most smartphone users, the Facebook app allows you to surf Facebook with ease. The app works well, and is used by millions. Not much really needs to be said, although you do have to download an additional app if you want to use messenger, which is a bit annoying.

Instagram for Android

Instagram
For sharing pictures with friends, Instagram is another great app, and a lot of fun to use with a smartphone as you can quickly snap a picture, and then share it with all your friends and family.

Other Social apps
There are plenty of other social apps, like twitter and snapchat, that we don't feel the need to go into. Social apps are much more preference based, and it usually depends on whether you have friends already using those networks.

5. Free Calling/Texting Apps

Skype
For everyone who already uses Skype on your computer, the app is fairly similar and allows you to make free calls to others with Skype, or use Skype Credit to make calls both locally and internationally. This is a convenient app, and works well between your computer and phone.

Line app for Android

Line
Widely popular in Asia, this free messaging app is powerful and simple. Text friends, call, and even video call for free when your on a WiFi connection. A great way to stay in contact with friends and family for free.

Whatsapp
More popular in America, Whatsapp provides and great instant messaging service and has millions of users. It was recently bought by Facebook, but does not appear to be changing anything. While you don't get ads or annoying stickers with Whatsapp, you do have to pay for it after your first year. It costs $1 per year.

Google Hangouts
Another great resource from Google, Hangouts offers great group video calls and many other features. Text, send photos, and much more. One of the best for keeping in touch with people a long way away.

Textra
A replacement for the standard text messaging app, Textra offers more features, customization, and looks a lot better. Download it and you will never look back. Unlike the other free messaging apps listed above, Textra replaces your standard text messaging app with a stylish materialistically designed one. Not really a free messaging app, but a free app to replace your text messaging app.

5. Phone Management Tools

Tasker
Tasker is an automation tool, which allows you to set a wide variety of tasks to be done automatically at certain times, or with certain triggers. You can use it to do simple things like turn your cell phone to silent when you get to work, or turn WiFi off when you leave your house. It can also do a wide variety of more advanced options, and is a fun app for those who like to tinker and mess around with devices. It does cost a couple bucks, but is worth it for the convenience and fun.

Llama
If you don't want to spend money, Llama is a free alternative to Tasker and can do many of the same things. The key features include the ability to set certain profiles, like silent ringer, when you get to certain locations, like your office. Give it a test run and see what you think, and then consider if you want to pay a little to get Tasker.

IFTTT
If This Then That. Use this simple formula to create an endless array of options. For example, if the forecast calls for rain tomorrow, then send a notification. Or if I arrive/leave work, log the time to a Google doc. The options are amazing, and there are thousands of 'recipes' online that range from incredibly useful, to hilariously funny. Combine it with Tasker for even more power.

6. Security Apps

Avast

Avast Android App

You should have a Security and Anti-virus app on your phone, and Avast is the best free option. It will do weekly scans, and check files you download. Avast also has a variety of other tools, and other related apps for more security and convenience.

Android Device Manager
In case you lose your phone, or it is stolen, you want to have downloaded Android Device Manager. It will allow you to locate your device, have it ring to help you find it, reset the lock screen, and even erase the data on the phone.

7. Podcast Apps

Google Podcast (retiring April 2024)

A simple, but powerful podcast service from Google that offers all the basic features in  a clean, simple design. Subscribe to your favorite podcasts, set up automatic downloads, explore new podcasts, and much more.

Podcast Republic
Download, listen and organize all your favorite podcasts with this easy and convenient app. Search for new podcasts, locate your favorites, and listen to them all in one place. If you don't know what a podcast is, or don't listen to them, you are missing out. Download the app and start listening and learning great new things from the thousands of free podcast shows available.

Podcast Addict
Another widely popular podcast app, use this to download, discover and listen to all your podcasts. Great search features make it easy to find new shows to follow. Seriously, if you aren't taking advantage of podcasts on your smartphone, do yourself a favor and check them out! You can conveniently download podcasts while using WiFi, and then listen to them later for free!

8. Fitness

Google Fit
This fitness tracking app will log your activities, and keep you updated on how far you are walking/running/biking. Set goals for your workout, and then track how you do. You can also track how far you walk in a day, and much more. Can integrate with other fitness apps, and Android Wear.

7 Minute Workout
Almost everyone wants to be more fit, but most of us find it hard to set aside the time for fitness. The 7 Minute Workout is a great solution, as it allows you to complete 12 different exercises in 7 minutes that improves your health and fitness. Give it a try, and start making fitness a reality. There is also another version of the app here, if you want more options.

Garmin

For those with a Garmin smartwatch or activity tracker, the Garmin app provides a huge amount of fitness tracking information ranging from heart rate, steps, workout/activity tracking, and much more.

Strava

Strava is similar to Garmin, but is compatible with almost any fitness tracking watch or device, and can also be used with just your phone to track runs, bike rides and much more.

9. Mapping/Navigation Apps

Google Maps
The best when it comes to mapping and directions. If you don't already have it, download it. One feature many don't know about is that if you access Google Maps via WiFi, and save the maps for offline use, you can then navigate using GPS and saving your data.

NavFree
Traveling to a new city? Looking for a Navigation tool that won't burn through your data? NavFree is the solution! It is a free navigation app that uses maps saved on your device to navigate you through whatever city you're in. It has lots of additional features, and while it may not quite be up to par with Google Maps, it does a great job, and doesn't require data to work!

Waze
A GPS Navigation app with community based traffic updates which will keep you informed about the best routes, and even let your friends know your ETA. Waze can be connected with Facebook to import your contacts, and has turn by turn navigation over maps which are constantly updated by the community. This is a great app if you live in areas prone to congestion and traffic, or if you just like keeping up with your friends and family!

10. Music Apps

Spotify
Listen to music free on your phone. Choose a song, or artist, and enjoy a variety of songs related to it. Once you listen to a handful of songs, Spotify will give you a weekly playlist of new songs that are similar to what you listen to. Remove ads with the paid version. Spotify also offers podcasts and more 

Pandora
A great way to discover new bands and artists, Pandora lets you pick a song, and then creates a radio station of related music that you can listen to on your phone.

Jango
Similar to the other music apps, Jango also works outside the US unlike Pandora or Spotify. Pick a song or musician, and then listen to a variety of related songs. Jango isn't quite as good as the other two options, but still works well.

11. Google Apps: (that aren't listed other places)

Google Now
Get faster access to Google and voice activated actions with Google Now. Huge number of neat features, including location based information, weather, news, and much more..

Google Drive - Storage

Google Drive
A simple way to access your Google Drive from your phone. If you don't already use Google Drive on your computer, well, you're missing out to a whole suite of amazing and free tools. Google Drive syncs between your devices, and is great for accessing and sharing information.

Google Docs
Need to have an important document with you to reference in a meeting? Google Docs works with Google Drive, and supports a variety of document formats that you can take with you on your phone, and even create new docs as well. Easy to collaborate with others on a shared project.

Google Camera
A powerful camera application that you can use instead of your default camera. Give it a test, and you may be surprised by the improvement in features and functionality. Includes HDR+, Lens Blur, Video, Photo Stitching and more.

12. Photo Editing Apps

LightRoom Mobile
A powerful mobile version of the desktop photo editing app, LightRoom Mobile is free and gives access to a wide range of photo adjustments including contrast, exposure, shadow and highlight recovery, clarity and much more.

VSCO
The VSCO app allows you to not only edit photos, but also take them with a number of advanced camera controls. This app is most well known for their wide range of excellent presets, and also distinct community.

SnapSeed
With a number of different tools and filters, SnapSeed is a complete mobile photo editor that was developed by Google. It includes features like selective editing brush, healing, and lens blur. You can also edit RAW files or jpeg, and it has plenty of presets to use and adjust.

13. Games

There are many great games available covering a wide range of categories, so we will just list a few of our favorites.

Fluid Simulation (Free)
Disc Golf Valley (Free)
Call of Duty Mobile (Free)
Piano Tiles 2 (Free)
Plants Vs Zombies (Free)
Crashlands ($4.99)
Atomos (Free)
Angry Birds 2 (Free)
Guess the Song (Free)

We want to hear about your favorite games! Let us know in the comments which games are your top picks, and we will add to the list here!

We hope this list will give new Android users a good place to start when looking for apps, and possibly help Android power users find a new app to try.

If you don't have an smartphone, or are looking to upgrade, check out our List of the 5 Best Tracfone Smartphone which shows Tracfone's current options for top phones. Or visit our Latest List of Tracfone Smartphones to see what's new.

Tracfone is always adding new smartphones, and we have the latest on our Cell Phone Reviews page. These phones are usually available on the Tracfone website, and are also available many places online like Amazon and eBay.

You can also bring your own smartphone to use with Tracfone! Drop by our Tracfone BYOP page which includes a list of compatible phones.

We recently analyzed all the airtime cards from Tracfone and created our Guide to the Best Deal on Tracfone Airtime. Have a look and see if you are getting the best deal.

Thanks for visiting, and remember to leave a comment with your picks for the best apps on your Android device! Let us know if we missed any good options!

Best Tracfone Deals & Sales May 2023

 Tracfone Smartphone Deals - Best Prices - May 2023

We all want the best deals and to save money, and that is especially true when buying an expensive new smartphone. Plus, there are so many different places to buy Tracfone devices from these days, how do you know where to find the best deal?!

We are here to help! With the list of best prices on recent Tracfone smartphones and even unlocked devices! 

We track and monitor a number of deals online and every month we gather the best prices on popular Tracfone smartphones and provide the updated deals to our readers below. Some of these deals include airtime bundles, and others just the phone. (The best value usually includes airtime bundles!).

Prices and availability change quickly, and we update this list as often as we can. If you are looking for a new phone, also check out our List of the Latest Tracfone Smartphones.

Best Deals on Tracfone Smartphones - Updated for May 2023

These are the lowest prices from around the web on some of the latest and greatest smartphones from Tracfone.

Moto G Power (2022) - $99 for 2!

6.5" touchscreen, 4 GB RAM/64 GB storage,  (Read our full review of the Moto G Power 2022)

2-Pack with airtime bundle from QVC | Amazon 

Moto G Stylus (2022) - $149

6.8" touchscreen, 6 GB RAM/128 GB storage, (Read our full review of the Stylus)

Tracfone Website

Moto G Stylus 5G (2021) - $95 (lowest price ever)

6.8" touchscreen, 6 GB RAM/128, 5G network compatible

QVC (with airtime bundle) | Amazon

Samsung Galaxy A03s - $49

6.5" touchscreen, 3 GB RAM/32 GB storage,  (read our full Galaxy A03s Review)

 HSN (with airtime bundle for $59) | Amazon | Target

Samsung Galaxy A13 5G - $99

6.5" touchscreen, 4 GB RAM/64 GB storage. (Read our Galaxy A13 5G Review)

HSN (with airtime bundle) | Amazon 

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G - $139 Now $129

6.6" touchscreen, 4 GB RAM/64 GB storage (Read our Galaxy A23 5G Review)

HSN (with airtime bundle) | QVC (with airtime bundle)

Deals on Unlocked Smartphones (For Tracfone BYOP)

Moto G Power 5G (2023) (Unlocked) - $279 ($20 off)

6.5" screen, 6 GB RAM/256 GB storage, 5G network compatible

Amazon

Moto G Stylus 2022 (Unlocked - $169 ($140 off)

6.8" screen, 6 GB RAM/128 GB storage, 4G LTE

Amazon

Google Pixel 6a 5G (Unlocked) - $299 ($150 off)

6.1" touchscreen, 6 GB RAM/128 GB storage, 5G network compatible 

Amazon

That concludes our deals and sales list and hope these help you get the best price on a new smartphone!

Leave a comment below with any thoughts or questions and also join us on Facebook to connect with our growing community and get the latest info.

We just shared our thoughts on whether Alcatel, TCL and ZTE phones from Tracfone are any good, and some of the information we share might be surprising.

All the phones in our list above are VoLTE capable according to Tracfone, but you may want to take a look at updates to our post about Tracfone Closing their 3G CDMA network and how it may affect you.

Keep up with the latest in 5G network access with Tracfone including 5G Coverage maps! And a list of Tracfone 5G phones.

If you're new to Tracfone, start with our Beginners Guide which shares helpful information about how it all works or we just created, The 10 Most Common Tracfone Questions Answered.

And finally don't miss out on our Tracfone Promo Code list with many different codes to get free minutes when adding airtime!

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Tracfone 10 Most Common Questions Answered

The 10 Most Common Tracfone Questions Answered!

Tracfone offers some very affordable service plans and options but there are plenty of questions surrounding how it all works, coverage area, warranties and more. Here we have the most common questions answered in one easy list.

Let's get straight to the questions!

1. What is Tracfone's Coverage Area?

Tracfone, which is now owned by Verizon, offers nationwide coverage not only on Verizon's network, but also AT&T and T-Mobile's networks.

The coverage area depends on which network the customer is on, with all of them offering good coverage in most cities.

Tracfone also offers nationwide 5G network coverage, although actual coverage areas are still limited and a 5G compatible device is required. 

Check for coverage in your local area on the Tracfone website.

2. How much does Tracfone service cost?

The cost of Tracfone can range quite a lot, from as little as $10 (or even less) per month, to $40 for their unlimited talk/text plan with 8 GB data and 30 service days.

We just shared The Cheapest Tracfone Airtime Plans and Best Unlimited Plans, so take a look at these if you are looking for the best service plans from Tracfone.

For a cheap option, get Tracfone service for around $8 per month using the 1 Year/400 Minute airtime card. Or, consider buying a Tracfone smartphone with an airtime bundle, which usually gives 1 Year of service and 1500 talk/text/data. These deals are often available from HSN.com or QVC.com. Our Monthly Deals List has the latest offers.

3. Can I keep my current phone and number with Tracfone?

In many cases, Yes! Tracfone supports the Bring Your Own Phone (BYOP) program, which allows customers to keep their current phone and number when switching to Tracfone, as long as the device is compatible with Tracfone's network.

In general, an unlocked phone is required. But many locked phones are eligible to be unlocked. Contact your carrier to learn about those specific requirements. 

If your phone is not compatible with Tracfone, you can purchase a Tracfone smartphone, or an unlocked phone, and still keep your existing number when transferring to Tracfone service.

4. What types of phones work with Tracfone?

Many different phones will work with Tracfone from all of the major manufacturers like Apple, Samsung, Google and Motorola. The main requirement for bringing a phone to Tracfone's BYOP program is that it is unlocked and compatible with T-Mobile, AT&T or Verizon networks.

Check out our list of the Best Unlocked Phones for Tracfone in 2023 to get some ideas and options.

Tracfone also offers many different phones to use with their service. These phones are locked to Tracfone, and range from flip phones to smartphones, and even Apple iPhones. 

We've got the Best Tracfone Smartphones List here.

5. Does Tracfone offer unlimited data?

No, Tracfone does not currently offer an unlimited data plan. Some of the other brands under Tracfone, such as Total, Net10, and StraightTalk do offer plans with unlimited data, but the Tracfone brand does not offer any unlimited data.

The closest plan to unlimited data is their $40/mo unlimited talk/text plan that comes with 8 GB data.

We recently created a list of alternatives to Tracfone, with several offering unlimited data for around $40 or even less. Some of these options might be a good consideration for anyone using a lot of data each month.

6. How do I activate my Tracfone?

Activating is very easy, and there are several different convenient options to get started. 

The easiest way is to navigate to the Tracofne website and follow these steps:

1. Select “Activate” from the menu at the top of the Tracfone website
2. Select whether you have a Tracfone device or are using an unlocked phone
3. Select if you want to keep an existing number, or get a new phone number
4. Enter the phone’s IMEI/MEID/Serial Number (located on the red activation card that came with the phone or on the SIM card)
5. Review and accept Tracfone’s Terms & Conditions
6. Purchase/add airtime to complete activation

Other options to activate your phone including calling Tracfone customer support, or using their automated self-help feature by texting 'Activate' to 611611.

7. What is Tracfone's customer service phone number?

Tracfone's customer service phone number is 1-800-867-7183.

Tracfone also has an online chat feature on their website's contact page that can be easier to use.

Another option is to text 'help' to 611611 for an automated 'self-help' service. There are a wide variety of other things this text service can answer, see the full list of options here.

8. How do I add airtime to my Tracfone?

To add airtime to a Tracfone device, customers can use the Tracfone website, use the Tracfone app, or call Tracfone's customer service number. 

Airtime can be purchased from a variety of sources, including the Tracfone website, app, customer service, or many other retailers like Walmart and Target.

9. Does Tracfone offer international calling?

Tracfone offers international calling to select countries as an add-on service. Customers can purchase international calling cards or add international calling credit to their account through the Tracfone website or app.

Learn more about the Global Calling Card and the rates and details for each country, on the Tracfone website.

International calling is becoming much more accessible and affordable. And Tracfone even offers some international calling at no additional cost to select countries.

10. Does Tracfone offer a warranty on devices?

All new devices purchased from the Tracfone website come with a one-year manufacturer warranty from the original date of sale. All refurbished devices purchased from the Tracfone website come with a 60-day warranty from the original date of sale

For devices purchased from other retailers, contact them directly for warranty and return information.

Tracfone also offers extended device protection options on their website for an additional fee.

That's it for the top 10 most common questions about Tracfone. Still have questions? Go to our Beginners Guide to Tracfone for more help or head to our Facebook page and join our helpful community.

Don't miss our 7 Tips and Ticks to Save Money with Tracfone for more helpful info!

Also take a look at our List of the Best Tracfone Smartphones under $100!

Finally, learn how to Make your Airtime Last Longer and also check out our recent post on How Data works with Tracfone.

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