Blu R1 Plus

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 5 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

1
Average:

2
Bad:

2

Pros:

Extremely affordable price
Huge 4,000mAh battery Expandable storage and dual SIM slots

Cons:

3D game performance is terrible No fingerprint sensor
Dated Android

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Last revision on December 7, 2017

Reviewers Liked

Extremely affordable price
Huge 4,000mAh battery Expandable storage and dual SIM slots

Reviewers Didn't Like

3D game performance is terrible No fingerprint sensor
Dated Android

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Expert reviews and ratings

The Blu R1 Plus is an affordable unlocked phone with a sturdy build and a bright HD display, but performance issues and merely average battery life put it behind...

By PC Mag on May 23, 2017

If you want a no-frills smartphone at an affordable price, the $159.99 Blu R1 Plus deserves consideration, thanks to its better-than-average battery life and decent rear camera. You will have to use the phone on a GSM-based carrier, however, and you'll...

By Tom's Guide on May 03, 2017

The Blu R1 Plus is a mediocre handset with only a few truly redeeming qualities. If all you want is an unlocked phone with a big screen and killer battery life, then perhaps you'll be happy with the R1 Plus. I generally want more from my phone, which is...

By Phone Scoop on May 02, 2017

It's difficult to take issue with a smartphone that runs $100-$150, especially one that is unlocked and capable of Volte and HD Voice support (T-Mobile users only). And, when you get an unadulterated version of Android, support for two SIM cards, and a...

By AndroidGuys on April 28, 2017

I actually like the BLU R1 PLUS. I think it's a fine phone for buyers on a budget or for children and teens. I thought I'd hate the relatively low-res screen but in practical usage it didn't bother me at all. I think at this point people buying sub $200...

By pocketables.com on April 28, 2017

The Blu R1 Plus is the 2017 sequel to one of the cheapest Android phones on Amazon, and it's back: faster, sturdier and longer lasting than before. At $159 (or $109 on sale at launch) it has a completely adequate HD display, metal finish and long...

By TechRadar on April 29, 2017

Blu R1 Plus

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