Tracfone Android Phone List - Compare Smartphones

List of Android Tracfone Devices with Reviews and Comparison (2015)

Last updated June 2015.

Compare Android Tracfone Devices!

NOTE - This list has become outdated, for the newest phones from Tracfone visit our List of Latest Tracfone Smartphones (2018)

Tracfone is now fully embracing Android smartphone devices and sells a variety of different phones. Each of the phones have different features, pro's and con's, that can be hard to evaluate fully.

TracfoneReviewer is here to help with this list of Android devices that includes a quick comparison of each phone, and links to our full reviews.

We wanted to create a resource for consumers who were looking at buying an Android phone from Tracfone and provide a clear list of the phones, with comparison details. This list is for your convenience, and we hope that it will make for an easier decision.

Let's start with a basic but important question:

What are Android phones and how are they different from other Tracfone devices? Well. this is a question we have answered with a full article which you can read by following the link above . This is an important question to understand, and you should decide before proceeding further, if an Android phone is what you need.

The basic answer to the question is that an Android device is a phone that uses a common operating system, called Android, which allows users to have access to thousands of applications on Google Play.

Android phones are usually refereed to as smartphones, or Android smartphones, because of their increased functionality. They almost all have large touchscreens, and can do many things you would normally only be able to do on a computer such as browsing the web, checking email, surfing social media, and getting GPS directions.

Tracfone has recently begun allowing many different phones to be added to their prepaid service through a program called Tracfone BYOP. You can learn more about the variety of devices you can use, including 3G and 4G LTE capable smartphones, on our Tracfone BYOP page.

Well, let's get to the list of Android devices offered by Tracfone.

List of Tracfone Android Smartphones with Specs and Comparison

We will include every Android device from Tracfone in this list, with information about each phone that you can compare to the others to choose the best one to fit your needs.

This list is in no particular order, but generally has the newer phones at the bottom, and we will continue to update it as Tracfone releases new phones. Leave a comment if we miss anything, or if you see a phone that is not included here.

1 - Samsung Galaxy Centura

The Samsung Galaxy Centura is a touchscreen smartphone from Tracfone running Android 4.0. It has a 3 MP rear camera, WiFi, and has been available since 2013 from Tracfone.

Samsung Galaxy Centura Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.0 with access to thousands of apps via Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 3.5" Touchscreen (320x480)
• 3 MP Camera
• 4 GB Internal Memory
• 800 Mhz processor
• 512 MB RAM

Pricing: The Samsung Galaxy Centura retails on Tracfone.com for $109, but can often be found in many stores and online for much less. (lowest price $49 online)

Availability: View the Samsung Galaxy Centura on Amazon or eBay for price and buying options.

Read TracfoneReviewer's full Review of the Samsung Galaxy Centura for more details.

2 - ZTE Valet

The ZTE Valet is an Android 4.1 powered touchscreen smartphone from Tracfone that features a 3.5" screen. It also has 5 customization home screens, includes a 4 GB Micro SD card, and has been available from Tracfone since 2013.

ZTE Valet Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.1 with access to thousands of apps via Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 3.5" Touchscreen (320x480)
• 3 MP Camera
• 4 GB Internal Memory
• 1 Ghz processor
• 512 MB RAM

Pricing: The ZTE Valet is priced at $99 on the Tracfone website but can be found for less in stores and online. (lowest price found is $49)

Availability: In stores and online. View the ZTE Valet on Amazon or eBay

Read TracfoneReviewer's full Review of the ZTE Valet for more features and details.

3 - Huawei Glory

The Huawei Glory is a touchscreen smartphone with Android 4.0 and a 3.5" screen available from Tracfone since 2013. It has a 3.2 MP rear camera and a FM Radio. The Glory has been available from the Tracfone website, but not as easily found at other stores.

Huawei Glory Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.0 with access to thousands of apps via Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 3.5" Touchscreen
• 3.2 MP Camera
• 4 GB Internal Memory
• 1 Ghz processor
• 512 MB RAM

Pricing: The Huawei Glory retails at Tracfone.com for $99. It can sometimes be found online or in stores for much less.

Availability: Limited availability, sometimes found online and in stores. Available at Tracfone.com

Read TracfoneReviewer's full Review of the Huawei Glory for more information.

4 - LG Optimus Dynamic

The LG Optimus Dynamic is a smartphone with Android 2.3 and 3.2" touchscreen from Tracfone. It is the smallest smartphone from Tracfone at this time, but has a 3.2 MP camera and was released in 2013.

LG Optimus Dynamic specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 2.3 with access to thousands of apps on Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 3.2" Touchscreen (240x320)
• 3.2 MP Camera
• 1 GB Internal Memory
• 800 Mhz processor
• 384 MB RAM

Pricing: The LG Optimus Dynamic initially retailed for around $80, but can be found for much less online and in stores. (Lowest found is $20 online!)

Availability: View the LG Optimus Dynamic on Amazon or eBay

Read TracfoneReviewer's full Review of the LG Optimus Dynamic for more details and specs.

5 - LG Optimus Dynamic II

The LG Optimus Dynamic II comes with Android 4.1 and a 3.8" touchscreen. It is the successor to the original Dynamic and features a larger screen, more memory and several more improvements. The Dynamic II has been available from Tracfone since early 2014 and includes a 4 GB Micro SD card.

LG Optimus Dynamic II Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.1 with access to thousands of apps on Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 3,8" Touchscreen (320x480)
• 3 MP Camera
• 4 GB Internal Memory
• 1 Ghz processor
• 512 MB RAM

Pricing: The LG Optimus Dynamic II retails at Tracfone.com for $129. It can be found many other places online and in stores for less. (lowest found is $80 online)

Availability: View the LG Optimus Dynamic II on Amazon or eBay

Read TracfoneReviewer's full Review of the LG Optimus Dynamic II for complete specs and features.

6 - LG Optimus Fuel (available)

The LG Optimus Fuel is a touchscreen smartphone similar to many of Tracfone's other Android devices with one big difference - it runs Android 4.4 which is the latest version (at the time of writing this). It also has a 1.2 Ghz processor and IPS screen. The Optimus Fuel, also called the LG L34C, is now available with Tracfone, and we will be doing a full review and updating information soon

LG Optimus Fuel Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.4 with access to thousands of apps on Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 3.5" Touchscreen (640x480)
• 3 MP Camera
• 4 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz Dual Core processor
• 512 MB RAM

Pricing: $60 list price, much less online (lowest found $10 during Black Friday sales)

Availability: Tracfone website, Amazon, eBay, many retail stores.

Get more details and specs by visiting our main page for the LG Optimus Fuel

7 - Samsung Galaxy Ace Style (coming soon)

The Samsung Galaxy Ace Style runs Android 4.3 and features a 4" touchscreen which is larger than previous phones from Tracfone at the time. This smartphone also has both front and rear facing cameras, and the rear 5 MP camera has autofocus. The Samsung Galaxy Ace Style is not available from Tracfone yet, but we expect it to be coming soon, and are very excited for the features it brings.

Samsung Galaxy Ace Style Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.3 with access to thousands of apps on Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 4" Touchscreen (480x800)
• 5 MP Rear facing camera, 0.3 MP (VGA) Front camera
• 4 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz processor
• 512 MB RAM

Pricing: Unknown, likely around $100

Availability: Currently Unavailable - Coming Soon.

Get more details and specs by visiting our main page for the Samsung Galaxy Ace Style.

8 - Moto E (XT830C)

The Moto E is a powerful and widely respected budget smartphone produced by Motorola when it was owned by Google. It has Android 4.4 (the latest at this time) and may be updated to Android 5.0. The Moto E has a durable 4.3" touchscreen, 1.2 Ghz dual-core processor with 1 GB of RAM. It has a rear camera, but no autofocus and does not have a front facing camera. The Moto line of phones, which includes the mid level Moto G and top level Moto X, or known for their great performance, battery life, and overall value. The Moto E is not yet available.

Moto E Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.4 (and perhaps 5.0)
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 4.3" Touchscreen (540x960)
• 5 MP Rear Camera (no autofocus or front camera)
• 4 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz Dual Core Processor
• 1 GB RAM

Pricing: $99

Availability: Currently available on the Tracfone website, Amazon, eBay and other retailers

For now, visit our main page on the Moto E coming to Tracfone where you can keep up with the latest news, and see full specs and features.

9 - LG Ultimate 2 (Available)

This Android 4.4 powered smartphone has a 4.5" touchscreen, 1 GB RAM, 1.2 Ghz dual-core processor and 5mp camera with autofocus.

The LG Ultimate 2 is perhaps, at this time (11/2014), the best phone available from Tracfone. It comes with Android 4.4, a 4.5" Touchscreen, 5 MP Rear Camera with autofocus and a 1.3 MP Front facing camera. Internal memory is listed at 4 GB, but multiple sources are reporting 4.8 GB of actual usable space on the phone - enough for most users. The LG Ultimate 2 (known as the LG L41C as well) also has a 1.2 Ghz dual core processor and 1 GB of RAM. This smartphone brings many features Tracfone users have been looking for into one nice cell phone package.

LG Ultimate 2 Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.4 with access to thousands of Apps on Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 4.5" Touchscreen (800x400)
• 5 MP Rear Camera with Autofocus, 1.3 MP Front Camera
• 4 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz Dual Core processor
• 1 GB RAM

Pricing: The Ultimate 2 is listed at $129, but can be found for $99 online, and sometimes less.

Availability: Currently found on the Tracfone Website, Amazon, eBay and some other online retailers.

Visit the main page for the LG Ultimate 2 including specs and features, our review, and lots of comments from users!

10 - Alcatel Onetouch ICON Pop  (Available)

With an impressive 5" touchsreen, Android 4.4, Quad core 1.2 Ghz processor and much more, the Alcatel Onetouch is an impressive phone! It was released at the same time as the LG Ultimate 2, and features many similar specs, with two noticeable differences: The Alcatel has a larger, 5" screen, and it has a quad core processor. For Tracfone Users in need of a large touchscreen phone, the Alcatel Onetouch ICON Pop fits that need. With such a large screen, video on the phone has been reported as slightly choppy at times.

Alcatel Onetouch Icon Pop Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.4 with access to thousands of apps on Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 5" Touchscreen (854x480)
• 5 MP Rear Camera with Autofocus, 0.3 MP Front Camera
• 4 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz Quad Core Processor
• 1 GB RAM

Pricing: The Alcatel Onetouch is listed at $149, but can be found for closer to $119 online.

Availability: Currently found on the Tracfone Website, Amazon, eBay and some other online retailers.

More information available on the Alcatel Onetouch ICON Pop page including detailed specs and features.

11 - UNIMAX MaxPatriot

The MaxPatriot Android phone has a 4" touchscreen, dual core processor, and 5 MP Camera. It was released after the LG Ultimate 2, and while it has good specs on paper, we wouldn't recommend anyone buy this phone. It is manufactured by a relatively unknown company, and many users have reported dissatisfaction with its performance. You're much better off getting an Ultimate 2, Power, or even Optimus Fuel.

Unimax MaxPatriot Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.1 with access to thousands of apps on Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 4" Touchscreen
• 5 MP Rear Camera (No Front Camera)
• 1.5 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz Dual Core Processor
• 1 GB RAM

Pricing:
The MaxPatriot can be found for $70 on the Tracfone website, and also for less at ebay.com and in some retail stores. But we really recommend that you use your money on a better phone.

Availability:
Currently the Unimax is available on the Tracfone Website and some other online retailers.

For more details visit our Full Review of the UNIMAX MaxPatriot. Picture coming soon.

12 - LG Lucky L16C

The LG Lucky was released in April 2015 along with the bigger and more powerful LG Power. The Lucky comes with Android 4.4, a 3.8" screen, and a dual core processor with 1 GB of RAM. This is a smaller sized device, but it has good specs to keep up with many of the popular apps. If you're going to be using your phone a lot, you might want to look into the LG Power or LG Ultimate 2.

LG Lucky Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.4 with access to thousands of apps on Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 3.8" Touchscreen (854x480)
• 3 MP Rear Camera, 1 MP Front Camera
• 1.2 Ghz Dual Core Processor
• 1 GB RAM

Pricing:
The Lucky is priced under $80

Availability:
The LG Lucky was initially available on the Tracfone website. It will likely be available very soon from Amazon, eBay and other retailers.

Read the LG Lucky Review for complete specs and details about this phone. Picture coming soon.

13 - LG Power L22C

The LG Power is the first Tracfone smartphone to come with Android 5.0 Lolipop, the latest OS at this time. The Power was released in June 2015 and has many great features including a 4.5" touchscreen, quad-core processor, and 8 GB internal memory.

This phone is very similar to the LG Ultimate 2, which is a great device, but the Power actually has a few upgrades over the Ultimate.

LG Power Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 5.0 with access to thousands of Apps on Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 4.5" Touchscreen (854x480)
• 5 MP Rear Camera with Autofocus, 0.3 MP Front Camera
• 8 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz Quad Core processor
• 1 GB RAM

Pricing:
The LG Power is retailing for around $100 which is a great deal. You can also find it bundled with minutes for just $20 or so more.

Availability:
We have found the LG Power on Amazon and eBay and have found it on the Tracfone website and other retail stores.

You can get all the details for this phone, including a comparison with the Ultimate 2, in our Review of the LG Power. Picture coming soon.

14 - Samsung Galaxy Stardust S766C

The Stardust is another mid-level smartphone that is somewhat similar to the LG Optimus Fuel and LG Optimus Dynamic II, but with a few differences in specs. It comes with a 4" touchscreen, Android 4.3 and a 1.2 Ghz dual core processor.

Samsung Galaxy Stardust Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.3 with access to thousands of Apps on Google Play
• 3G Network access with Verizon service
• 4" Touchscreen
• 5 MP Rear Camera with Autofocus
• 8 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz Dual Core processor
• 1 GB RAM

Pricing:
Listed under $100, and can be found for $80 or even less

Availability:
We have found the Samsung Galaxy Stardust on eBay and QVC, and many other retail locations.

See our Full Review of the Samsung Galaxy Stardust for more about this phone. Picture coming soon.

15. LG Sunrise LG L15G

The Sunrise is a 3.8" touchscreen device with Android 4.4 and runs on GSM networks. It was recently released and has been found in certain retail stores such as Wal-Mart, but we have not noticed it on the Tracfone website yet. It is basically the same as the LG Lucky, except for the GSM capability.

LG Sunrise Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.4 with access to thousands of apps on Google Play
• 3G Network access with AT&T service
• 3.8" Touchscreen (854x480)
• 3 MP Rear Camera, 1 MP Front Camera
• 1.2 Ghz Dual Core Processor
• 1 GB RAM

Pricing: The Sunrise is priced similarly to the Lucky, at under $100

Availability: Wal-Mart, other similar retailers

16. LG Sunset LG (L33G)

The first smartphone available from Tracfone with 4G LTE on GSM networks, the Sunset is a well rounded device featuring a 4.5" screen and Android 5.0. You might notice that it also shares many of the same features as the LG Power, as they appear to be the same phone except with the Power using CDMA technology.

The LG Sunset is one of the best devices available from Tracfone and features the fastest data speeds. It will use AT&T cell towers to connect.

LG Sunset Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 5.0 with access to thousands of Apps on Google Play
• 4G LTE Network access with AT&T service
• 4.5" Touchscreen (854x480)
• 5 MP Rear Camera with Autofocus, 0.3 MP Front Camera
• 8 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz Quad Core processor
• 1 GB RAM

Pricing:
The LG Sunset is priced at over $100, with the lowest price we've seen of $129 with a 1 year/400 minute card (valued at $100).

Availability: The Sunset was first released on HSN but has since been found on eBay as well. Visit our Review of the LG Sunset for links to find this phone, and all the specs and features.

17. ZTE Quartz Z979C

This CDMA smartphone has one main feature that will attract consumers to it - the 5.5" touchscreen. The Quartz has a screen a full 1/2 inch larger than the next largest phone available from Tracfone, the Alcatel Onetouch Icon Pop. The ZTE Quartz also features 8 GB internal memory(about 5GB usable space), a dual-core processor(we initially thought it had a quad-core, but can conform it is only dual-core), and 1 GB RAM. Where it doesn't shine is Android 4.3, which is a somewhat older version of the operating system.

LG Quartz Specs

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.3 with access to thousands of Apps on Google Play
• 3G Network Access with CDMA service through Verizon
• 5.5" Touchscreen (960x540)
• 8 MP Rear Camera with flash/autofocus and 1 MP Front Camera
• 8 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz Dual Core Processor
• 1 GB RAM

Pricing:
The ZTE Quartz is listed at a reasonable $109 for just the phone, or around $150 for the phone and 1 Year/400 Minute airtime card.

Availability:
We have found the ZTE Quartz only online at this time, through both Amazon and eBay, as well as several other shopping websites. Take a look at our Review of the ZTE Quartz for full information and links to buy the phone.

18. Samsung Galaxy Core Prime

The Core Prime was released with two other Samsung Galaxy devices, the S5 and E5 (listed below) and is the cheapest of the three, while still delivering some great features.

It comes with a 4.5" touchscreen, Android 4.4, and is 4G LTE capable using Verizon CDMA cell networks. Take a look at our Full Review for the Samsung Galaxy Core Prime to learn more about this phone.

Features and Specs at a Glance

• Android 4.4
• 4G LTE on Verizon CDMA networks
• 4.5" Touchscreen
• 5 MP Camera
• 8 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz Quad Core Processor
• 1 GB RAM

Pricing:
The Samsung Galaxy Core Prime is available at a very reasonable price - $99, which also includes an airtime card and more.

Availability:
You can currently only find the Galaxy Core Prime on HSN.com, and last we checked they had sold out. Check for yourself and see if it is available again.

19 Samsung Galaxy S5

Released for Tracfone in January 2016, the Samsung Galaxy S5 has the most features and best specs of any Tracfone device yet. It comes with a 5.1" touchscreen with resolution of 1920x1080, a 16 MP camera, 16 GB Internal Memory, and much more.

The only drawbacks about this phone is that it is expensive, and only has Android 4.4. Take a look at our full Review of the Samsung Galaxy S5 to learn more about it.

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 4.4.2
• 4G LTE using Verizon CDMA cell towers
• 5.1" Touchscreen
• 16 MP Camera
• 16 GB Internal Memory
• 2.3 Ghz Quad Core Processor
• 2 GB RAM

Pricing:
The Galaxy S5 is currently retailing for $499, which is a rather high price compared to other Tracfone devices. It does come bundled with a 1 Year/ 400 Minute airtime card, plus some other accessories.

Availability:
The Samsung Galaxy S5 for Tracfone is currently only available from HSN. You can, however, buy an unlocked Samsung Galaxy S5 from Amazon, eBay or other retailers, and bring it to Tracfone suing their BYOP program.

20. Samsung Galaxy E5

The Samsung Galaxy E5 shares a number of things with the S5 besides the similar name. The E5 comes with a 5" touchscreen, 16 GB Internal Memory, and 4G LTE connectivity.

As we discussed in our Review of the Samsung Galaxy E5, it has many great features that aren't quite as good as the S5, except that the E5 runs Android 5.0.

Features and Specs at a Glance:

• Android 5.0.2
• 4G LTE using Verizon CDMA cell towers
• 5" Touchscreen
• 8 MP Camera
• 16 GB Internal Memory
• 1.2 Ghz Quad Core Processor
• 1.5 GB RAM

Pricing:
You can find the Galaxy E5 for $349 bundled with a 1 Year/400 Minute airtime card and additional accessories..

Availability:
As with the Galaxy S5 and Core Prime, the Galaxy E5 is currently only available through HSN.

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UPDATE - Tracfone has released a number of new smartphones during mid-2016 and you can learn more by following the links below. We are working at creating a resource to see all the smartphones available from Tracfone, but as the number grows, it becomes more challenging to maintain this current list.

New LG and Samsung Smartphones coming to Tracfone

New ZTE and Alcatel Smartphones coming to Tracfone

Apple iPhones coming to Tracfone

For our latest reviews, visit our Tracfone Cell Phone Reviews page.

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This concludes our list of Tracfone Android cell phones. We will continue to update this list as Tracfone releases new devices. Please leave a comment with any questions or information you have to share. Be sure to also read our reviews for each of the phones to get all the information on them, or simply visit our Cell Phone Reviews page for links to each review.

Each of the smartphones listed above have certain strengths and weaknesses that you can compare. The Alcatel Onetouch ICON Pop has the largest screen, the LG Optimus Fuel, Moto E, LG Ultimate 2 and Alcatel Onetouch ICON Pop will have the latest version of Android (4.4), and the LG Optimus Dynamic is the least expensive.

If you are trying to make a decision about buying a new phone, take a moment and choose what things are most important to you - cost, screen size, Android version, camera, etc. Then use this list to quickly compare each phones features.

Each of us has different needs for a phone, and we hope this list will allow for easy comparison of all Tracfone Android smartphones currently available (and some that are coming soon).

You may also want to learn about Tracfone's 'Bring Your Own Phone' program which allows customers to bring a variety of other smartphone devices to use with Tracfone service, including iPhone 4/4S. So visit our Tracfone BYOP page for all the details.

Don't forget about our Tracfone Promo Codes page, although these codes don't work on Android phones.

Also take a look at our post on How to Set Up the Tracfone Family Value Plan, which makes it incredibly inexpensive to put a whole family on a monthly, pay as you go, plan.

Follow us on Facebook! And keep up with the latest news and updates, and join a growing community of Tracfone users.

Thanks for visiting and we hope this information was useful!

Tracfone Deals and Phone Sales May 2014

A List of Great Deals, Discounts and Sales for May 2014

Deals, Discounts and Sales on Tracfone Cell Phones

Here at TracfoneReviewer we love to help people get minutes for free with promo codes. But we also love to help you save money by highlighting some of the best recent discounts and deals from around the web.

Tracfone is a prepaid wireless cell phone company that offers low cost phones and minutes plans around America. Sometimes you can even find their phones online at a great discount.

Today we will highlight some of the best deals, sales and discounts on Tracfone cell phones from around the web.

These discounted cell phones sometimes include great deals on minutes, so find the sale that works best for you!

Deals, Discounts and Sales on Tracfone Cell Phones

Here are 5 deals we've scooped up from around the internet. These deals don't always last long, so don't wait to check them out.

Let's get this list of deals kicked off with an Android phone from Tracfone:


1. Samsung Galaxy Centura with 1 Year/400 Minutes just $109
The Samsung Galaxy Centura is an Android powered smartphone from Tracfone with WiFi and a 3.5" touchscreen.

The Centura originally retailed for $129, but is now available on Amazon for $79 (without the minutes bundle).

This great deal includes the Samsung Galaxy Centura, plus a 1 Year/400 Minutes card (which usually costs $99) for $109 from QVC. You also get a few other accessories including a case.

Check out the Deal - Samsung Galaxy Centura plus 1 Year/400 Minutes

Read our Review of the Samsung Galaxy Centura


2. Motorola EX431G Triple Minute Phone for under $10
The Moto EX 431G is a somewhat older phone but it has a full QWERTY keyboard for fast texting and most importantly, Triple Minutes for Life.

If you're holding out with an older Tracfone that only has Double Minutes for Life, you should switch to this, or something else that has Triple Minutes for Life.

The Moto EX 431G is on sale for a low price of $7.99 on Amazon

Another option is to get the Moto EX 431G with 2000 minutes for $99 from QVC if you need the minutes!


3. LG Optimus Dynamic II for $90

LG Optimus Dynamic II

The Optimus Dynamic II is currently the newest Android smartphone offered by Tracfone and comes with Android 4.1 and the largest touchscreen at 3.8".

The phone originally retailed for $129, but is currently $89 on Amazon. There are also other deals available for the LG Optimus Dynamic II that bundle it with minutes, so keep an eye out.

Check out the Deal - LG Optimus Dynamic II for $89
Also, LG Optimus Dynamic II with 200 minute card just $99

You can read our full Review of the LG Optimus Dynamic II to learn more about the phone.


4. ZTE Valet Smartphone plus Minutes Bundle - $59
The ZTE Valet is a recent Android 4.1 powered smartphone from Tracfone. It has a 3.5" touchscreen and Triple Minutes for Life (as do all the other Android Tracfones).

This deal has the Valet plus a 200 minute phone card bundled for just $59 on Amazon.

The ZTE Valet typically retails for $60-100.

Check out the Deal - ZTE Valet plus 200 Minute Card (600 Minutes total with Triple Minutes)

Read our Review of the ZTE Valet and learn more about the current smartphones available from Tracfone.


5. LG 440G - A Simple Flip Phone for $5
The LG 440G is a durable, simple flip phone from Tracfone that is a great choice for a backup or emergency phone.

With a long battery life, camera, and 3G connectivity, the phone has all the basic features.

Best of all the LG 440G is currently on sale for just $5.

Check out the Deal - LG 440G for $5 from BestBuy online.

Read our Reveiw of the LG 440G


That's the current best deals we've found. We hope you find this list useful, and get a great deal if you are buying a new phone.

Be sure to visit our Tracfone Promo Code page for codes to get free minutes when you add a new minutes card. But note, the Android smartphones won't accept promo codes.

Follow us on Facebook where we post updates and news, and our community keeps each other informed on the latest deals from around the web.

Thanks for visiting, and leave a comment with your thoughts or questions!

Tracfone Christmas Gift Ideas

Christmas Gift Giving Ideas with Tracfone

With Christmas and the holidays fast approaching, it can sometimes be very challenging to figure out gifts to get friends and family. Well we are here to help! This is our 2013 Christmas(or for any occasion) Gift Ideas Guide.

Tracfone Gift Guide for Christmas by TracfoneReviewer

This guide will help give you ideas and share some of the newest and best cell phones and accessories available from Tracfone. Use this guide to get a heads-up on some of the newer stuff available from Tracfone.

For those who might not know, Tracfone is a low cost, prepaid cell phone company that offers phones for $100 or less, and prepaid minutes in varying amounts.

In this guide, we will cover the latest and greatest Tracfone cell phones, cell phone accessories, and prepaid minute cards to give you a jump on what to buy others (or yourself...) for Christmas.

So let's get to it!

Cell Phone Christmas Gift Ideas from Tracfone

These phones are some of the best and newest available from Tracfone. All use Android OS, making them powerful, functional, and full of great features including tons of apps from Google Play.

A Tracfone cell phone can be a great gift for young teens, or anyone who doesn't have a cell phone and either wouldn't use the phone too often, or needs to learn not to talk and text all day!

These Android powered prepaid phones are each around $100 (some even less) and come with everything you need to activate them right away. You can even use an existing number if you want.

Here are the four Android Tracfone Christmas gift ideas:

ZTE Valet

ZTE Valet - With great features like Android 4.1, WiFi, and Triple Minutes for Life, this is one of the top Android phones from Tracfone. Some users report low signal strength on the WiFi, and you can read our complete review of the ZTE Valet to learn more. It does come with a free 4 GB Micro SD card. The Valet can be found in many stores and online, but we found it on Amazon at $15 off!

Huawei Glory - Running Android 4.0, the Glory has many of the same great features as the Valet, and even has an FM Radio! Check out our review of the Huawei Glory for complete features and specs. It can be found on the Tracfone website, or from many other major retailers.

Samsung Galaxy Centura - A great phone from a well known brand, the Centura also runs Android 4.0, and has WiFi, Triple Minutes and much more. Read our full review of the Samsung Galaxy Centura for all the details, including how to check your balance from the phone. The Samsung Galaxy Centura is available in many stores and websites, but you can get it on Amazon for $30 off!

LG Optimus Dynamic - Last but not least, this phone resembles the LG 840G in some ways, but comes with many more features, most notably Android 2.3. Get our review of the LG Optimus Dynamic for more information. The Dynamic is available in many places online and in store. We even found it on Amazon for just $60! (prices are current at time of posting, but may change!)

All four of these phones will make a great gift. But if you're looking for something that just does the basics like calling and texting, you might be interested in the LG 840G or the Alcatel 382G.

Cell Phone Accessory Gift Ideas

With cell phones, it is always nice to have plenty of accessories, whether that consists of car chargers, touchscreen covers or sturdy cases, below are some of the best options for your Tracfone device.

Tracfone Covers - A cover for your cell phone is one of the best ways to protect it form scratches, and even from dropping it. Covers come in many different colors, costs and levels of protection. Be sure to get the right cover for phone, as they come in all kinds of different sizes.

One easy way to find covers for your cell phone is to head over to Amazon and then search for the name of your phone, followed by 'cover' or 'case'. There should be plenty of options to choose from.

Charger and Accessories - Sometimes it's nice to have a car charger, or other accessories that make your phone more convenient to use. Some cell phone bundles come with extra accessories, but you can also find lots of options on ebay or Amazon.

Tracfone Prepaid Refill Cards

A 1 year/400 minute card

Let's not forget about the prepaid minutes! If you know someone who uses Tracfone, one of the best gifts you might be able to get them is a prepaid refill card that will give them extra minutes for talking and texting.

Tracfone refill cards come in sizes ranging from 60 minutes for $20 to 450 minutes at $80.

One of the best deals is to get the 1 year/400 minutes card which gives the user 1 full year of service with 400 minutes.

You can find Tracfone prepaid minutes in most stores and online.

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We hope this gives you some new holiday gift ideas to help find something for your friends and family!

Definitely go check out our Tracfone Promo Codes if you don't already know about that!

You might also be interested in learning about the Difference between GSM and CDMA Tracfone devices (and which is right for you).

Thanks for visiting, and leave a comment with your top gift ideas, or any questions you might have!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Samsung Galaxy Centura Review - Tracfone Smartphone

Review of the Android Powered Centura from Tracfone

This review by TracfoneReviewer will cover the Samsung Galaxy Centura, one of Tracfones first Android smartphones. There are several newer and better phones available, and you can see them in our Cell Phone Reviews page in the menu above.

Samsung Galaxy Centura Front

The Samsung Galaxy Centura is one of several new Android smartphones released by Tracfone for their wireless prepaid customers.

Tracfone is a prepaid wireless cell phone service provide that offers low cost phones and service. They only recently began selling Android smartphones, and the Samsung Galaxy Centura is one of the first available.

The ZTE Valet, Huawei Glory and LG Optimus Dynamic and Dynamic II are the other Android phones also available. Follow the links to read our reviews of each phone.

If you're looking for more phone options with Tracfone, be sure to visit our Tracfone BYOP page where we give all the details on bringing your own smartphone to use with Tracfone.

Visit our Android Tracfone List, which contains all the Android phones available form Tracfone, including several newer and better phones than the Samsung Galaxy Centura. At this time, the Centura is fairly out of date, and you are probably better off going with one of the newer options, like the LG Ultimate 2 or Moto E.

Now let's get to the full review of the Samsung Galaxy Centura.

Review of the Samsung Galaxy Centura Smartphone

The Samsung Galaxy Centura is a touchscreen smartphone running on Android 4.0 operating system. It can be used exclusively with Tracfone prepaid wireless service, meaning you can't buy the phone and then try to use it with other service providers. The Centura uses the CDMA network, running on Verizon towers.

You can read more about the difference between GSM and CDMA, and how to determine which is right for you, in our recent post on that topic.

Before we get to far, let's take a look at the features and specifications for the Centura.

Samsung Galaxy Centura Features and Specs

• Android 4.0 OS
• 3 MP Camera and Video Recorder
• 3G speeds
• WiFi connectivity
• Bluetooth Wireless
• Mobile Web
• MP3 Player
• Instant Messaging
• GPS Capabilities
• Gravity and Tilt sensors
• Hearing Aid Compatible
• Hands free speaker
• Voicemail, Caller ID, Call Waiting
• Comes with Battery and Charger

Now let's look at the technical dimensions and specifications for the Samsung Galaxy Centura:

Samsung Galaxy Centura Dimensions and Specs

• 3.5" Touchscreen
• Dimensions: 4.4 x 2.4 x 0,4 inches
• 4.4 ounces
• 800Mhz Processor
• Internal Memory: 4GB NAND
• 512MB RAM
• Compatible with up to 32GB external MicroSD Card
• Battery Standby 10 days
• Battery Talk time 7 hours

The Centura is a phone from Tracfone packed with more features than any other non-Android phone. You can surf the web on 3G or for free on WiFi. You can use thousands of apps from Google's app store. The possibilities are greatly expanded with the Android OS.

To give a balance of the pros' and cons' for the Samsung Galaxy Centura, let's take a look at TracfoneReviewer's short list of Likes and Dislikes about this new touchscreen smartphone. While we don't cover every good or bad thing about this phone, we do strive to highlight enough information to allow you to make a more informed decision when buying this phone.

So let's get to the review.

Samsung Galaxy Centura Review - Likes and Dislikes

We will begin by taking a look at some of the things we really like about the Centura, and then move to some features we didn't like, or thought should have been included.

Likes for the Samsung Galaxy Centura:

There are many features that come with this phone that make it a great value compared to other Tracfone cell phones.

Samsung Galaxy Centura Back

We like that the Centura comes with WiFi connectivity, 3G speeds, Triple Minutes for Life and a 3MP camera.

WiFi access on the Samsung makes it possible to surf the internet for free when connected to wireless internet. 3G speeds means that when you aren't on free WiFi, you can still be online at decent speeds using the phone's data.

The 3 mega pixel camera will take both pictures and video recording at fair quality, especially compared to the 1MP camera's on many other Tracfone devices.

Triple Minutes for Life is the best deal offered by Tracfone. (Some of their older phones have only double minutes for life.) What this means is that for every minute you add to the phone, you get 2 more for free. So if you add a 60 minute prepaid card, you will get 180 total minutes!

The biggest like about the Samsung Galaxy Centura is the Android operating system which allows users to have access to over 700,000 apps from Google's Play store. Many apps are free, or a just a few dollars and provide huge features and functionality. You can use Google Maps, play thousands of games, or find time saving apps that make your life easier. Visit the Google Play store to learn more about the apps they have to offer.

There are a few things we are not such huge fans about for the Centura, which we will now cover.

Dislikes for the Samsung Galaxy Centura:
The first thing we are not huge fans about is the new system for splitting up calling minutes/texting minutes/data into three separate pots or pools. What this means is that when you add a 60 minute prepaid card, you will get it tripled into 180 calling minutes, 180 texts, and 180 mb of data.

For many, this will work just fine, and is even a better deal than the previous system where you would just get 180 total minutes for calling/texting/web browsing.

But for those who are heavy text users, this reduces the number of texts you get form a 60 minute card from 600 to just 180. That is a significant reduction. So if you tend to do way more texting than other activities, you may want to stick with older models. For the rest of us, this is simply a new system we must get accustomed to.

Another small dislike about this phone, and all the new Android phones from Tracfone, is that Tracfone Promo Codes won't work on them. You can no longer get extra minutes for free when adding a new prepaid card.

We also dislike that there is no Airtime display on the home screen, but you can quickly and easily find your minutes balance, which we will explain a little further below.

Finally, the Samsung Galaxy Centura is on the expensive side compared to other Tracfone mobile devices. It typically retails for $130 in stores and on the Tracfone website. We will cover more on where to buy this phone, and how to get it for less, at the end of this review.

That covers the main likes and dislikes we found with the Centura, check out the comments, or leave your own, with more thoughts on the pros' and cons' of this phone.

We have received a number of comments from consumers reporting problems with the Samsung Galaxy Centura including the phone freezing and malfunctioning in other ways. These problems don't exist for every one, but if you are experiencing issues with your phone we recommend contacting Tracfone and working towards getting a replacement, or go with something better like the LG Ultimate 2, Moto E or Alcatel Onetouch Icon Pop.

How to Check Your Airtime Balance on the Samsung Galaxy Centura

This is a question/problem we have been seeing a lot, so we want to cover it here for your convenience. As we mentioned above, these is no display on the home screen, but checking your Tracfone balance is very easy.

The first option is to use the new Tracfone app, that will give you your balance. We haven't tested this very much, but you can go directly to the app on Google Play to learn more, and download it.

The other option is to follow this simple process:
To find out the number of minutes/text/data left, you'll need to log on to your Tracfone account and submit a balance request, OR set up a bookmark in your browser (on your computer or phone) to go to "https://www.tracfone.com/direct/CheckBalance?input_phone=1234567890" (replace 1234567890 with your phone number). You'll get a free text message on your phone with your balances. The service end date is not in the text message. It's only shown on the browser screen.

Overall Review of the Samsung Galaxy Centura

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The Centura is a powerful phone form a well known electronics company with a history of great devices. The Samsung Galaxy Centura is best suited for those who want their phones to do more than just text and call. With access to thousands of apps, this phones potential is nearly endless, limited only by what the user chooses to do.

For those who prefer a more simple device, check out some of the other phones we have reviewed at our Cell Phone Reviews page.

Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Centura is a great value and provides massive improvements over past Tracfone cell phones. It is one of the first true smartphones offered by Tracfone. The ability to surf the web for free via WiFi and use apps for entertainment, work or social make this a phone with multiple uses and functionality.

For those comparing it to the ZTE Valet, we suggest checking out our post showing the features and specs for both the Valet and Centura.

The Samsung Galaxy Centura typically retails for $129.99 in stores and online. We found the Centura on Amazon at a discount. And you can also read several informative customer reviews there as well.

You may also want to check out eBay and HSN.com for phone/minutes bundles that can be a good deal.

We would suggest you look into getting a case and/or screen protector to help keep your phone in good shape. There are lots of cases and screen protectors for the Centura on Amazon.

This concludes our review of the Samsung Galaxy Centura. We hope you found this useful. Be sure to share this with others who might like it, and leave a comment with any questions, thoughts or corrections.

You might enjoy reading some of our other recent posts such as Where to Find Tracfone Prepaid Cards or perhaps the Summer Sales and Discounts on Tracfone Cell Phones (2014)

Thanks for Visiting!

Resources:

Interactive Tutorial

Samsung Galaxy Centura User Guide (pdf)

Android Powered Cell Phones Coming to Tracfone

Will Tracfone Finally Have an Android Powered Cell Phone?

Details are still a little murky, with lots of rumors and anonymous claims, but they all have one consistent aspect, and that is that Tracfone might be on the verge of releasing Android powered smartphones for their customers.

**UPDATE**
This Post is out of date! Tracfone has released four new Android Smartphones, and you can read our review of each one below:

LG Optimus Dynamic

Samsung Galaxy Centura

ZTE Valet

Huawei Glory

You can also view our Comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Centura and ZTE Valet to learn more.

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Tracfone Released the Samsung Galaxy Centura Android for Tracfone available to purchase at HSN.com.

Samsung Galaxy Centura Android
 for Tracfone

You can see the Samsung Galaxy Centura at HSN.com to learn more (although it might be sold out by now).

The Samsung Galaxy Centura has been around for Net10 and Straight Talk users for a little while, but Tracfone has never had a smartphone, or an android powered phone. The closest thing was the LG 840G.

This Samsung Galaxy Centura will be able to use apps, browse the web via Google, use Google Maps and other Google products with ease. It is an exciting direction Tracfone is heading.

At this point, HSN.com is the only place we have found selling this new Android Tracfone, but we will keep you updated if other options become available!

EDIT: We have also found the Samsung Galaxy Centura on eBay, although the price is not great, and getting it from HSN.com is a better deal at the moment.

Possibly Four New Android Tracfone Cell Phones

If you read this forum post from HowardForums it suggest that there will be four new Android powered cell phones coming to Tracfone, as well as special data cards you can purchase from Tracfone.

Many of the details are still unclear, like when these phones will be available or what they will cost. (or how the data charge will work). But the phones look pretty exciting. The phones that possibly will be available for Tracfone are:

• LG L38C Optimus Dynamic with Android 2.3 (see Tracfone tutorial)
• Samsung S738C Galaxy Centura with Android 4.0 (see Tracfone tutorial)
• ZTE Z665C Valet with Android 4.1 (see Tracfone tutorial) 
• Huawei H868C Glory with Android 4.0 (see Tracfone tutorial)

Samsung Galaxy
Centura

While we don't have confirmation that these phones will be available for Tracfone users, it seems very likely. What we do know is that Android powered cell phones are finally coming to Tracfone.

EDIT: The ZTE Z665C Valet has been spotted in stores! At this point it has only been found in Best Buy retailing for $99. It is the only one of the four mentioned above that has been found in store for sale, but it is a pretty good sign the rest will soon follow!

EDIT 2: Both the ZTE Z665C Valet and Samsung Galaxy Centura are now available at Tracfone.com under 'cell phones'. As are the Hauwei Glory and LG Optimus Dynamic!

ZTE Valet

One thing to note is that all of these phones appear to be for CDMA networks, which would be Verizon. Learn about the Difference between GSM and CDMA and which is right for you.

Check back often as we will try to keep everyone updated as more details become available.

While this is exciting news, for many Tracfone users, this won't change anything. You can still use your current cell phones for whatever capacity you choose to, and prices should stay the same. In fact, some older Tracfone cell phones are actually going on sale for great low prices! Check out our recent post with the Best Tracfone Deals in September!

Thanks for stopping by, leave a comment with your thoughts or questions on this exciting development of Android smartphones coming to Tracfone.