Blu Energy XL

Overview

The Blu Energy XL is a relatively affordable unlocked phablet with a massive battery and a premium build.

-- As reviewed by PCMag

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Based on 4 expert reviews

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Last revision on April 28, 2017

Reviewers Liked

Great battery life
Fingerprint sensor works fine
Excellent metal body

Reviewers Didn't Like

Dated, heavily customized Android software

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Expert reviews and ratings

Tired of your phone dying before the day is even over? Well, I bet with the BLU Energy XL, you could make it at least two days without charging. This phone is a battery beast, and at only $300 , it's less than half the price of most flagship...

By makeuseof.com on October 21, 2016

The Blu Energy XL is a relatively affordable unlocked phablet with a massive battery and a premium build.

By PCMag on July 05, 2016

Blu's Energy XL packs a lot of battery life into a big-screen device while keeping the price at a reasonable $299. You'll sacrifice some performance due to this phone's midrange processor, and its display, while large, isn't as bright as comparably...

By Tom's Guide on July 06, 2016

The Blu Energy XL is a relatively affordable unlocked phablet with a massive battery and a premium...

By PC Mag on July 05, 2016

For $300, the Energy XL is a lot of phone. With double the storage of most flagships, a gorgeous screen, and incredible battery life, there are quite a few things that make this phone worthy of your consideration. I wish there weren't as many missteps,...

By Android Police on July 12, 2016

American company BLU certainly has a pedigree for offering smartphones with flagship specs at an affordable price and with its latest smartphone, the BLU Energy XL, the company is hoping to continue this trend.Other BLU reviews:On paper, a 6-inch Full...

By Android Authority on July 08, 2016

Blu Energy XL

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Price: $100

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