I tested the first eco-friendly phone offered to US buyers in years — I just wish it wasn't so expensive

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The Fairphone 6 Plus isn't competitively priced, but it promises to be an eco-friendly phone — and one that's available, notably, in the US. Some neat design features and a rugged build are highlights, but the specs on offer here are relatively mid-range and lag behind rivals' offerings. The real competitor to the Fairphone 6 Plus is its regular sibling, as this 'Plus' model doesn't offer much that's new besides a higher price point.

Reasons to buy

  • +Built to last
  • +Responsive fingerprint scanner
  • +Solid green credentials

Reasons to avoid

  • -Bulky chassis
  • -Modest upgrade over the Fairphone 6
  • -High price for specs

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