Fairphone - Summa Reviews

Name: Fairphone
Brand: Fairphone

RANKING

107

Rank 107 out of 111 Summarized in this category Rankings based on: • Pros-to-cons ratio • Number of reviews • Category average

Fairphone

around $699

All prices are estimates and may vary from actual prices.

250 Pros

59%
18 reviews (3h 14m)

173 Cons

Meet the Fairphone, the smartphone designed to be different. This isn't just a device; it's a statement for a more ethical and sustainable future. The latest generation combines this powerful mission with a genuinely enjoyable user experience. It feels snappy and responsive for daily browsing and apps, featuring a vibrant 120Hz OLED display that lo...

Summary of pros and cons from human reviewers, put together by AI

39%

14 vs 22

Camera

71%

116 vs 47

Design and Build

58%

38 vs 27

Software

52%

17 vs 16

Display

73%

22 vs 8

Performance

Reviewer verdict

Across 18 YouTube reviews, the Fairphone earns a Summa score of 3.4/5, ranking #107 among Smartphones. Reviewers most often praise its design and build, software, performance, while the most common criticisms concern design and build, software.

The Fairphone is repeatedly praised for its repairable, modular design and strong sustainability ethos, with many reviewers (116 mentions) highlighting removable batteries, replaceable modules, published schematics, and accessible spare parts. Reviewers commonly note the phone’s sturdy build, thoughtful use of recycled and fair-trade materials, long warranty and multi-year software/support commitments, and overall focus on longevity and ethical sourcing. Several reviewers also compliment the clean, near-stock software experience and useful features like the Moments slider, while others praise decent performance, battery life, and a bright OLED display in later models. Across the reviews the consensus is that Fairphone’s main strengths are repairability, transparency, and environmental/ethical considerations, supported by accessible parts and long-term support.

Criticisms cluster around the phone’s dated, chunky design and compromises in mainstream features: many reviewers (42 mentions) call it thick, plasticky, or less premium and note that repairs now sometimes require uncommon screwdrivers. Camera and imaging performance receive frequent negative remarks (21 mentions) about middling processing, noise and poor low-light results, and some reviewers find software rough around features like the Moments UI and update communication (21 mentions). Price and availability are also concerns for some reviewers (14 mentions), especially when the device is positioned as mid-range but sold at a premium in certain markets, and a number of reviewers point to weaker specs in areas like USB speed, water resistance, and lack of a headphone jack or wireless charging.

Analysis based on 18 YouTube reviews (3h 14m of video) with 250 pros and 173 cons extracted.

Pros (250)

Design and Build (116)

The phone comes with a generous 5-year warranty. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 8:54
The phone physically still looks gorgeous and nice. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 1:06
The Tudia case keeps the phone safe and looks great. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 1:17
Easy access to battery, SIM card, and micro SD card by removing the battery. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 2:08
Fairphone's goal is to make phones ethical and long-lasting with repairability, responsibly sourced materials, higher wages in supply chain, 8 years software support, and 5-year warranty ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 0:19
Reduced carbon emissions to 30-35 kilos per phone, lowest in the industry ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 0:47
Fairphone Gen 6 is smaller and lighter than its predecessor and most regular phones ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 1:46
Phone retains military standard durability rating despite plastic construction ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 2:58
Still has 10/10 repairability rating from iFixit and almost every component is replaceable ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 3:45
Supports modular accessories like finger loop, card holder, and lanyard ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 4:12
Hardware choices like compact body, repairability, 120 Hz screen, and modular accessories make it a solid device ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 12:34
Personally like the aesthetics quite a lot. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 0:26
A little bit more compact and 9% lighter than Fairphone 5, bringing it closer to feeling like a normal phone. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 0:28
Can pop off the back and swap out up to 12 different parts for easy repairability including display and cameras. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 0:35
New modular system allows swapping back panels for card holder, finger loop, or lanyard. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 1:04
Company offers 5 years warranty, use of fair trade materials, higher wages in supply chain, and minimum 8 years software support with 7 Android version upgrades. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 2:02
Fairphone's ethos is to make smartphones the right way, focusing on fair trade and ethical production. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 0:17
Phones are designed to be repairable at home with a single screwdriver, making repairs easy and cheap. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 0:49
There are 12 removable repairable components including cameras, USB-C port, cover, display, and battery. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 1:01
Fairphone offers a 5-year warranty, which is rare among manufacturers. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 1:22
Modular accessories available such as finger loop, lanyard, protective cover, and wallet. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 3:13
Phone is IP55 rated and has a side fingerprint reader. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 4:09
Phone uses recycled materials, supports better working conditions, and is 100% e-waste neutral, promoting sustainability. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 4:40
Users can repair almost all main components at home with a single screwdriver. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 4:53
Designed to be taken apart, repaired, and upgraded with 8 years of security updates and a 5-year warranty. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 0:16
Modular accessories for the back panel include credit card module, finger loop module, and lanyard strap screws with braille on the box for accessibility. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 1:08
Motherboard uses recycled tin and copper and minerals from verified conflict-free mining areas. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 5:14
Thermal solution uses soft thermal foam and graphite to transfer heat to aluminum mid-frame. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 5:25
Color-coded signal wires on motherboard for easier repair. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 4:49
Durability: Gorilla Glass 7i with scratch resistance level 6, thick plastic sides, and strong aluminum mid-frame with many screws for structural integrity. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 8:28
Phone designed to be as strong after reassembly as when new. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 7:50
The Fairphone 6 is modular, repairable, and made to be mindful, focusing on sustainability and ethical manufacturing. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 0:38
More than half of the phone's mass is made from recycled or fair trade materials. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 1:13
The phone feels light in hand and is assembled by people paid a fair wage at a factory meeting high ethical standards. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 1:18
User replaceable components include battery, OLED screen, cameras, sensors, earpiece, speaker, USB port, and SIM tray, all sold individually. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 1:49
Repairability is excellent, with simple tools needed and quick repair times. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 2:19
Modularity allows swapping back plates for card holders, grips, or lanyards. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 2:37
The phone has an IP55 rating, making it dust tight and resistant to rainstorms. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 4:39
The phone is the most consumer-friendly and planet-friendly phone available, emphasizing ethical manufacturing and repairability. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 10:20
Fairphone 6 is the most refined answer to manufacturing a long lasting repairable smartphone with ethical sourcing. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 0:08
Nice selection of parts and repair manuals available for the Fairphone 6. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 0:16
One of the easiest screen removal processes with no glue used, contributing to IP55 rating. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 2:09
Modular and easily replaceable daughterboard and mainboard. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 2:52
Front and rear cameras are immediately accessible and easy to repair at home, extending device longevity. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 3:07
Modular and accessible design allows for component upgrades. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 3:34
Mainboard uses pogo pins for easy removal, reducing connectors and screws. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 3:58
Phone reassembled successfully and expected to function for many years. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 4:15
Designed to outlast other products in the category and set an example for ethical manufacturing. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 4:27
Keeping a Fairphone for five years instead of three cuts the phone’s annual carbon footprint by around a third. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 4:41
Availability of parts, manuals, and software updates for nearly a decade supports longevity. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 4:49
Earns a 10/10 for repairability on iFixit’s smartphone repairability scale. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 5:03
The fat top and bottom lips fade into the background during use and are not bothersome. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 1:37
Fairphone bemüht sich in der fünften Generation um das Thema Nachhaltigkeit ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 0:08
Die Rückseite besteht aus vollständig wiederverwertetem Kunststoff ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 1:54
Im Akku finden sich recycelte Zinnen und Stahl wieder ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 1:58
Nahezu alle Einzelteile lassen sich beim Hersteller nachbestellen und selbstständig austauschen ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 2:16
Die Reparaturfähigkeit ist bemerkenswert ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 3:28
Fairphone 5 aims to save the planet by using fair trade materials and ensuring proper worker treatment. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 0:01
Uses recycled materials in every possible component including tin and steel in the batteries. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 0:53
Easily repairable with 10 different components available for purchase to replace at home. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 1:02
Has a removable plastic back allowing battery and component swaps, enhancing longevity. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 2:21
IP55 rated for water resistance, protecting against spills and rain. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 2:56
The packaging is environmentally focused and includes braille on the quickstart guide and packaging, thoughtful for visually impaired users. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 1:33
The raised design on the box helps visually impaired or blind people feel the design of the device. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 1:49
The cloud white color variant stands out well for visually impaired users, making it easier to find. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 2:39
The device feels good in hand, made from recycled plastic materials, giving a durable feel similar to old Nokia phones. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 3:21
The phone is modular and repairable with one tool, allowing replacement of battery, screen, camera, charging port, and back cover. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 3:40
The phone is designed to last 10 years. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 0:00
The rear see-through plastic cover is a bit grippy and nice to touch. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 1:23
Volume buttons are comfortable to press and make an audible click. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 1:14
Fairphone is easily repairable by yourself. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 4:43
Fairphone is making the right steps for a better world in terms of sustainability. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 5:31
Fairphone 4 is designed to be sustainable, modular, repairable, and upgradable by the user. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 0:54
Packaging is made from recycled paper and cardboard printed with soy ink, making it entirely sustainable. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 1:09
The phone is easy to open for anyone, not just professionals, with a notch to pull off the recycled plastic back cover. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 1:17
The 3900mAh battery is easily removable and replaceable by the user. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 1:32
All parts are accessible with just 12 screws and a Phillips screwdriver, making repairs straightforward. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 1:40
Individual modules like camera, speaker, USB-C port, and display can be replaced easily without replacing the entire phone. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 1:51
Fairphone sells replacement modules on their website, allowing users to buy and replace only the parts they need. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 2:17
The phone scores a 10/10 repairability score from iFixit, with no glue or complex screws. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 3:06
Fairphone uses 100% recycled plastic for the back cover and over 50% post-consumer recycled plastic inside the phone. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 6:47
Aluminum rails come from ASI certified vendors ensuring worker health, safety, and no child labor. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 6:57
Other mined materials like tin, tungsten, and lithium are sourced responsibly with sustainable certifications. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 7:06
Fairphone pledges to be E-Waste neutral by collecting an equal amount of E-Waste for every phone sold. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 8:16
The phone is the most sustainable phone in the world and is a real, usable device. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 8:32
Includes a cute little iFixit screwdriver with in-handle bit storage, making repairs easier. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 0:48
Major focus on repairability and sustainability, with 12 major components replaceable using just one screwdriver bit. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 1:14
Modular interfaces like silicone card holder and finger loop add convenience. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 1:31
Braille on packaging shows attention to accessibility. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 1:47
Over 50% of materials are fair or recycled; 100% e-waste neutral and built using green energy. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 2:18
Clean and simple design, suitable for long-term use. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 2:46
Battery is easily removable, enhancing repairability. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 9:15
Modular design allows easy replacement of battery, display, top unit, earpiece, loudspeaker, and USB-C port. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 10:52
Screen uses Corning Gorilla Glass 7i, an upgrade over previous Gorilla Glass 5. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 11:40
Ethically sourced gold used in production, addressing environmental concerns. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 17:30
I am a big believer in their mission to build more repairable, more sustainable, and more ethically sourced phones. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 0:05
The optional transparent back looks cool, is plastic so it doesn't shatter, and pops off easily to access the battery and internals. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 1:24
Fingerprint sensor built into the power button on the side is faster than underscreen sensors. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 1:44
Battery is not glued in, making it super easy to remove. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 2:26
Repairability is legitimately really cool with considerable effort put into making parts straightforward to replace. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 10:15
Fairphone is the only cell phone manufacturer to make complete schematics available on their own website, supporting right to repair. ▶ Why I was wrong about fairphone @ 1:54
Fairphone provides detailed board views and schematics including every component and signal, which is more than any other cell phone manufacturer. ▶ Why I was wrong about fairphone @ 2:08
Fairphone designs and engineers their own devices rather than using white box designs from China, indicating more effort and expense in design and compliance. ▶ Why I was wrong about fairphone @ 3:24
Fairphone sticks by their claim of making a more repairable and sustainable device by providing repair information and schematics. ▶ Why I was wrong about fairphone @ 3:18
Fairphone kämpft für bessere Arbeitsbedingungen, Reparierbarkeit und umweltfreundlichere Ressourcen. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 0:08
Das Fairphone 6 sieht jetzt richtig cool aus und besteht vollständig aus Kunststoff, was es relativ leicht macht. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 0:41
Man kann Zubehör wie Halterungen, Umhängegurt oder Mini Geldbeutel festschrauben. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 0:53
Das Smartphone besteht aus recyceltem Kunststoff, Aluminium und seltenen Erden, mit transparenten Lieferketten und fairen Löhnen. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 1:08
Extrem leicht reparierbar durch Schrauben, keine Klebestellen, Ersatzteile sind direkt kaufbar und preiswert. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 1:40
Fingerabdrucksensor an der Seite funktioniert zuverlässig. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 3:51
Fairphone ist eine europäische Firma mit nachweislich fairen Löhnen, niedrigstem CO2-Ausstoß, guter Reparierbarkeit und langen Software-Updates. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 8:56
Fairphone 4 is designed to last years, be easily repairable, and comes at half the cost of current iPhones. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 0:14
The phone is built very well, feels sturdy and tank-like, and likely doesn't need a case. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 1:15
Capacitive side-mounted fingerprint reader is good and buttons feel tactile and solid. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 1:42
Removable back and battery, modular parts including port, speakers, and camera modules with screws accessible for easy repair. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 2:39
Some models come with a screwdriver in the packaging to enable swapping parts out. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 2:51

Software (38)

The phone received a recent security patch update (June 2024), showing good update support. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 8:06
Fairphone Moments feature with hardware slider to limit apps and notifications ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 5:58
Clean, close to stock Android with minimal bloatware ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 5:44
Switch to flip phone from regular Android to minimalist mode without distractions. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 1:13
Fairphone Gen 6 will still be getting updates in 2033, ensuring long-term software support. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 0:10
Fairphone Moments button offers a minimalist phone experience by limiting distractions to five user-selected apps. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 4:14
Fairphone Gen 6 will receive updates until 2033, including six major Android updates. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 5:00
Slider button that instantly turns smartphone into a 'dumb phone' to help overcome addiction. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 7:28
The side switch feature allows switching to a custom launcher to preserve focus and limit app usage. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 7:24
Fairphone offers a 5-year warranty and promises 8 years of software support. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 10:09
Commitment to provide seven years of Android software upgrades and eight years of security updates. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 0:20
Comes with a pure Google experience with minimal pre-installed apps, including a well-designed My Fairphone app for phone health and spare parts. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 0:28
Face unlock and fingerprint unlock are extremely fast and snappy, adding to the feeling of a well-optimized phone. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 1:57
Fairphone Moments feature is well-designed and useful for reducing phone addiction by simplifying the phone experience. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 5:46
Offers a 5 year warranty and promises at least five major Android updates and security updates for at least eight years. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 1:35
Fingerprint scanner built into the side and Face Unlock feature for security. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 3:06
Runs clean, essentially stock Android 13, making it simple and easy to use. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 5:28
Fairphone Gen 6 with EOS is a Goldilocks phone, not too difficult to use and userfriendly for those new to de-googled phones. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 0:04
Fairphone is well known in Europe and available at most carriers with two OS options: Fairphone OS and EOS. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 0:43
EOS is a great option for people wanting to de-google their life, very userfriendly. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 1:08
The device has a switch that changes functionality depending on OS, including a focus mode or privacy mode that disables camera and microphone. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 5:14
EOS operating system is a great entry OS for de-googled phones, combining iOS-like design with Android functionality. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 8:13
MicroG integration on EOS works well out of the box, allowing Google account access without Google services. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 9:38
The phone is unlocked and allows changing the operating system, giving users true ownership and control. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 12:42
Fairphone promises up to 7 years of software upgrades for their default OS, supporting long-term use. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 12:33
Fairphone supports installing custom ROMs and sells the phone with an unlockable bootloader. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 3:44
Android OS is open-source and customizable. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 3:59
Company is making advancements with every release. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 5:51
Promises 8 years of software updates and 7 major Android iterations. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 2:55
Camera interface offers a mostly stock Google experience. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 11:56
Includes a unique 'Moments' feature with a dedicated slider button to limit app access and notifications for focused time. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 14:57
With software updates planned all the way through 2031, there is plenty of time for improvements. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 0:11
Migration to the Fairphone was painless. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 1:42
The Qualcomm QCM6490 chip will enjoy long-term support from Qualcomm, enabling Fairphone to provide updates for years to come. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 5:34
Running apps notification in the shade is kind of nice. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 10:06
Software ist zu 99,9% reines Android ohne Werbeapps, intuitiv und gut aufgebaut. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 4:17
Neongelber Schalter an der Seite kann individuell belegt werden, z.B. für einen Dummphone-Modus (Fairphone Moments). ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 4:32
Good foundation for sustainable phone with potential for software improvements. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 9:39

Performance (22)

The phone boots up quickly, second only to Google Pixel phones. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 4:08
The phone is very useful for media consumption like YouTube, music, and XM radio. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 5:06
The phone is snappy and responsive when browsing and using apps. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 12:05
Google Maps tracking is faster and more accurate on this phone compared to Google Pixel phones. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 14:47
Fairphone Gen 6 is the first model that regular people might just like using without additional context ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 0:08
Performance improved with Snapdragon 7S Gen 3, 8GB RAM, UFS 3.1 storage ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 8:09
Overall enjoyable day-to-day use with potential for software fixes to issues ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 12:19
Fairphone 6 is surprisingly good. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 0:01
Looks like Fairphone's most promising device yet. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 0:22
Specs look pretty decent with Snapdragon 7S Gen 3 chip, 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, and SD card slot. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 1:20
Phone now feels like something you might enjoy using. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 2:30
Powered by Snapdragon 7S Gen 3 chip, a significant upgrade over the previous processor. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 1:54
Snapdragon 7S Gen 3 chipset performs well and is expected to last many years, handling calls and multitasking adequately. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 2:43
Phone feels efficient and smooth in user experience, with only mild warmth during use and good optimization for casual tasks. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 3:30
Android 13 sowie kleinere Spiele laufen gut auf dem Fairphone ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 0:53
Das Fairphone 5 bietet eine hochwertige Technik mit Komponenten aus dem Mittelklassebereich ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 3:22
Processor provides enough power for everyday essentials and moderate gaming. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 3:40
Phone does not heat up during benchmark testing. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 2:54
Upgraded to Snapdragon 7S Gen 3 smartphone processor, improving performance over previous model. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 6:58
The Fairphone 5 beat the Note 5 in some controlled performance tests. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 4:32
Snapdragon 7S Gen 3 Prozessor ist energieeffizient und sorgt für solide Leistung mit 8 GB RAM und 256 GB Speicher. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 5:32
Performance is decent and can run games like Genshin Impact surprisingly well. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 6:20

Display (17)

90 Hz OLED display. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 1:41
The screen looks really nice with vibrant colors. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 7:46
120 Hz 6.3 inch OLED display with Gorilla Glass 7i and up to 1400 nits peak brightness ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 4:52
120 Hz LTPO OLED screen and decent cameras with 50 megapixel Sony sensor. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 1:29
Upgraded design with a 6.3 inch LTPO OLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate, an improvement over previous 90 Hz. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 1:39
Screen is 6.3-inch LTPO OLED with 1 billion colors, 1400 nits brightness, and 120 Hz variable refresh rate. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 10:30
The 6.3 inch display is attractive and bright enough. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 4:02
Superior 6.31 inch LTPO OLED display with nearly double the peak brightness and variable refresh rate from 10-120 Hz. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 2:18
The 6.3 inch OLED display with Gorilla Glass and good color reproduction feels great and is not the cheapest option. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 1:07
Das nachhaltige Smartphone verfügt über einen 6,5 Zoll großen OLED-Bildschirm mit einer Bildwiederholrate von flüssigen 90 Hertz ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 0:30
Das Display zeigt gestochen scharfe Bilder mit satten Farben sowie schönen Kontrasten ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 0:40
6.46 inch display is sharp and vibrant, suitable for videos and gaming. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 3:19
Hardware includes a mid-range OLED 120Hz display with Corning Gorilla Glass for durability. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 4:45
120Hz OLED display with adaptive refresh rate down to 10Hz and peak brightness exceeding 1400 nits, reaching up to 2000 nits. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 5:28
Das Display ist 6,3 Zoll groß, kompakt, OLED mit guter Helligkeit und Gorilla Glas 7i Schutz. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 3:13
Screen resolution is 1080p which is good enough, and 60Hz refresh rate is acceptable. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 5:12
Colors on the screen are pretty decent and it gets pretty bright. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 6:04

Battery Life (15)

Battery increased by about 5% to 4415 mAh with decent battery life ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 2:14
Battery replacement requires a screwdriver but allows fitting a bigger 4,415 mAh battery in a more compact phone. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 0:43
Battery is 4450mAh, removable, and can provide up to 2 days of battery life; users can carry spare batteries. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 2:34
Battery can be replaced in about 2 minutes by anyone with a Torx 5 screwdriver bit. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 0:46
Battery life is solid, lasting a full day even with hotspot and streaming usage. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 4:18
Easy to remove and replace battery secured by screws instead of glue. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 1:24
Battery designed to be light in weight and sturdy to protect from impacts. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 1:34
Battery life is very good for casual use, lasting confidently 24 hours, with extremely fast charging and a replaceable battery. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 4:09
Battery life is excellent, easily lasting 2 days or more depending on use, possibly helped by the de-googled EOS OS. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 7:40
Battery seems to last a week on standby. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 2:30
Battery capacity of about 4400mAh with improved media playback longevity from 10 to 15 hours. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 8:11
Charging is fast, reaching 50% in under 25 minutes with a 30W charger. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 13:56
Akku hält etwa 5 Stunden Displaynutzung und lädt schnell auf 50% in 25 Minuten mit optionalem 30 Watt Netzteil. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 6:48
Battery life is decent, lasting over a full day of heavy usage with about 30% left the next morning. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 3:36
Battery charges to 50% in 30 minutes with a 20 watt charger. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 4:00

Camera (14)

The camera performs well in some situations, especially for quick pictures and gym photos. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 9:42
Main camera uses 50MP Sony sensor with good mid-range image quality and improved dynamic range ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 9:52
Ultrawide camera doubles as decent macro camera ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 10:28
Selfie camera significantly improved over predecessor ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 11:48
Video quality is decent up to 4K 30fps ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 12:03
Camera setup includes 50MP main, 13MP ultrawide, and 32MP selfie cameras, providing decent mid-range photo quality. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 3:25
Main camera is 50MP with optical image stabilization; ultrawide and front cameras are modular. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 4:11
Rear camera photos can be pretty good with proper lighting and steady hands, not sacrificing too much in quality. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 5:22
Die Dualkamera löst mit 50 Megapixeln auf und erstellt Weitwinkel Fotos sowie 4k Videos bei 30 Bildern pro Sekunde ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 1:03
Die Farben der Kameraaufnahmen können überzeugen ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 1:10
Die Aufnahmen machen für sich betrachtet einiges her ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 1:19
Main camera lens has built-in stabilization and autofocus during video recording is fast. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 3:23
Front selfie camera is 32 megapixels and very usable. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 13:06
Kamera ist eine Verbesserung gegenüber Vorgängern, Selfie-Kamera macht gute Fotos mit angenehmer Schärfe und Farben. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 8:29

Connectivity (9)

Google Voice helps improve phone call functionality. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 5:41
NFC functionality is easily accessible with a shortcut, unlike some Google Pixel phones. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 13:15
Modular USB-C 2.0 port with 30 watts charging and IP55 water-resistant rating. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 3:06
Call quality is very good, effectively eliminating wind noise and background noise. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 3:45
Highly modular USB-C port for easy replacement in case of mechanical wear. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 2:36
Das Fairphone 5 setzt auf moderne Funkstandards wie WiFi 6e und 5G ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 1:45
USB Type-C port, fingerprint sensor built into power button, and noise-cancelling mic included. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 3:50
Bluetooth 5.4 LE and Wi-Fi 6E support provide modern connectivity. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 8:06
The Fairphone 5 supports an impressive list of wireless technologies including Wi-Fi 6E with 8x8 multi-user MIMO, which is unheard of in a phone. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 5:23

Value for Money (9)

Replacement parts are affordable, e.g., €7.95 for SIM card tray and under €9 for a display. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 1:10
Replacement parts like battery (€40) and screen (€9) are very reasonable in Europe and screen can be replaced in about 5 minutes. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 2:14
Five year warranty and a loyalty program that rewards consumers for repairs and continued ownership. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 0:28
Huge software support and easy repairability mean the phone will last a long time, offering better value over its lifespan. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 7:47
Repair parts are affordable, making it more economical to repair than replace the phone. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 4:16
Long-term cost is reasonable if used for many years. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 5:09
Comes with a five-year warranty including support and spare parts availability for five years after release. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 3:17
Fairphone sells reasonably usable and somewhat modern smartphones at a reasonable price with available schematics. ▶ Why I was wrong about fairphone @ 5:26
Fairphone bietet mehr als doppelt so lange Garantie wie Apple (5 Jahre). ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 2:29

Storage (8)

256GB storage by default with microSD support ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 9:32
Comes with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, plus expandable storage via microSD up to 2TB. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 2:07
Expandable storage up to 2 terabytes via SIM card tray. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 4:58
The phone offers 256GB storage plus micro SD slot for expandable storage. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 3:54
Expandable storage is a very thoughtful touch for this phone. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 6:39
Includes a micro SD card slot supporting up to 2TB expansion, ensuring ample storage. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 2:38
Double SIM and microSD slot with expandable storage up to 2TB is a huge positive for storage needs. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 6:48
SIM tray includes microSD slot supporting up to 2TB storage. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 3:15

Audio (2)

Modular stereo earpiece speaker with waterproofing mesh. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 4:32
Speaker is loud and clear. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 14:13

Cons (173)

Design and Build (47)

The phone is girthy and weighty, not sleek or stylish, looks like a tough phone from 2014. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 1:19
IP rating is only IP54, which is not very high. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 1:55
Overall phone feels like a 5-year-old design and not particularly good for the price point. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 8:22
Lacks modern features and sleekness compared to competitors like Pixel 6A or Nothing Phone 1. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 8:48
Some tabs on the phone can be a hassle to snap in and out. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 2:59
The SIM ejector tool does not work well with the Fairphone 5. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 3:33
Phone feels less premium due to all plastic construction ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 2:47
Taking phone apart is less easy now, requiring screwdriver for back plate and battery ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 3:09
Volume buttons are too easy to press causing multiple accidental screenshots daily ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 4:37
Battery replacement now requires a screwdriver instead of fingernails, a slight regression in ease of repair. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 0:43
Fairphone Gen 6 design is still a bit chunky compared to other phones. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 1:42
Less repairable than Fairphone 5 because battery requires Torx screws instead of tool-free swap. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 0:58
No replacement parts available yet in the USA, making repairs difficult and expensive. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 2:29
Torx screws are less common, so people might not have the right screwdriver bits for repairs. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 9:53
Buttons on the left side come out from the frame and don't easily click back in, which could be a durability concern. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 9:05
Phone has some flex when bent, especially from the front, despite thick aluminum mid-frame and many screws. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 10:49
The design is not ambitious, with large asymmetrical bezels, pronounced panel gaps, and a generic slab-sided casing. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 1:25
The modular approach requires a screwdriver to swap modules, which is less convenient than magnetic attachments. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 3:02
The power button sits flush and requires too much force to trigger, causing daily annoyance. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 4:47
The side switch to dumb phone mode lacks friction and can be easily flipped back to full Android, limiting its effectiveness for digital detox. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 8:21
Contact pads glued to the frame and delicate ribbon cables make power button repair potentially fiddly. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 4:06
Phone doesn't come with any accessories, including screws needed to open the back for expandable storage, forcing users to buy them separately. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 10:02
Physically chunky and plain looking with a plastic back that feels cheap. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 2:10
Fingerprint scanner on the side can be awkward to reach sometimes. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 3:10
The placement of the volume and power buttons is awkward, causing accidental screenshots. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 6:26
The plastic back does not feel as premium as glass or aluminum. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 3:21
Fingerprint sensor is uncomfortable to press and not fast. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 0:38
Phone is not ergonomic; small bezel causes accidental presses. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 1:06
Aluminum sides are not grippy and feel like you might drop the phone. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 1:28
Edge of the screen is a bit sharp when rubbing with finger. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 1:32
Aluminum case cannot be replaced and will get scratched without protective case. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 4:49
Fairphone 4 is thicker and heavier than comparable phones like the Pixel 6. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 3:50
IP54 splash resistance rating is lower than IP68 full submersion protection on competitors. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 5:17
Fairphone must use average parts and specs due to supplier constraints to maintain long-term parts availability. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 8:53
The company is small and cannot compete with large manufacturers on cutting-edge technology or tightly packed designs. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 5:58
IP rating is only IP55, meaning limited water resistance; no pool use recommended. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 9:21
No seals inside the phone, reducing water resistance. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 9:47
The two handsets delivered were final prototypes, not retail production units, with issues like bad soldering, mic failures, and antenna issues that were fixed later. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 0:23
The phone is thick and heavy, about 212 grams, comparable to a large flagship with a protective case. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 2:56
Fingerprint sensor and volume buttons are not raised enough to be easily found by touch, causing frequent mispresses. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 5:55
The modular design for repairability may have introduced unnecessary compromises, making the phone bulky and less refined. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 10:15
Das Endprodukt war früher klobig, langsam, mit schlechter Kamera und hohem Preis. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 0:16
Das Fairphone 6 ist mit 9,6 mm dicker als übliche Smartphones (8,2 mm). ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 2:39
Das Fairphone 6 ist nur IP55 zertifiziert, also nicht wasserfest, nur spritzwassergeschützt. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 3:01
Der Fingerabdrucksensor-Knopf ist flach und schwer zu spüren. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 3:56
Es gibt Bedenken, ob das Gerät wirklich 8 Jahre durchhält und ob ein besserer Prozessor nicht umweltfreundlicher gewesen wäre. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 6:31
Durch die Schrauben ist der Akkuwechsel nicht mehr so einfach wie früher, man kann keinen zweiten Akku mitnehmen. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 7:17

Software (27)

Fairphone Moments UI behaves like an overlay causing distracting flicker when swiping home ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 6:48
Fairphone Moments not planned for older devices due to hardware switch integration ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 7:19
Predecessor still running Android 14, so speedy updates are not guaranteed. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 2:16
There was a problematic Android 14 rollout for older devices with poor customer support and communication. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 5:11
Fairphone's customer support and communication have been criticized for delays and silence during update issues. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 5:18
Animations in Android 15 show more judder than usual, and the haptic vibration motor feels cheap. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 4:09
No option to change the UI to black and white to reduce phone usage appeal. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 8:41
Face unlock doesn't have a swipe to home option, causing the phone to skip the lock screen immediately and making it hard to check notifications without unlocking fully. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 6:50
Fingerprint unlock combined with power button wake makes it difficult to see the lock screen without unlocking the phone fully. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 8:20
Fairphone Moments can be bypassed easily by swiping up to access previous apps, defeating its purpose to reduce distractions. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 10:57
The EOS OS has some bugs, such as apps sometimes not appearing on the home screen until reopened. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 10:31
The default camera app on EOS is not optimized for Fairphone 6, requiring downloading alternative camera apps. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 11:05
Some apps may not work properly on EOS, requiring trial and error and use of alternative app stores like Aurora Store. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 8:26
The privacy switch on EOS disables camera and microphone but does not disable all radios or connectivity, limiting privacy. ▶ Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smart @ 5:59
Stock Android 13 has usual Google bloatware and spyware that cannot be fully removed. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 3:41
Fairphone OS developers are slow to push latest versions and patches. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 4:23
Day-to-day usability was lacking in previous model. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 0:46
The 'Moments' feature slider is easy to slide out of, which may reduce adherence to focused time. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 16:34
Long software support is less compelling now as mainstream devices also offer it. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 17:14
Naming confusion with 'Fairphone Gen 6' instead of just 'Fairphone 6'. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 10:22
Cannot move the back button to the right side, which is a deal breaker for some users. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 7:11
Cannot move the stock Google widget without a custom launcher. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 7:24
Long press on apps doesn't show uninstall option, only app info. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 7:35
Missed call screening is missing. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 7:39
Screenshot editing and sharing is poor. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 7:41
Plex app frequently stops responding. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 7:44
No way to automatically proceed after entering correct PIN; extra keystrokes required. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 7:54

Camera (22)

Camera performance is poor due to bad processing: exposure issues, excessive noise reduction, and over-sharpening especially at 2x zoom. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 6:53
Camera software needs significant improvement despite decent hardware. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 7:50
Camera quality is mediocre and often produces blurry pictures, especially for quick shots. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 10:02
The camera is not suitable as a main camera and struggles with clarity. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 10:38
Camera has occasional bugs with digital zoom causing oversharpened and ruined shots ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 10:38
Video camera sometimes blows out highlights ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 12:11
Camera quality is mid-range and not standout; not the best specs for the price. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 3:47
The camera app is sluggish and photos are consistent with mid-range phones but less accurate than premium phones. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 6:09
Ultra wide camera is disappointing with a narrow field of view and poor performance in low light. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 6:59
Camera sensors perform well but do not match flagship-tier products. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 0:44
Front-facing video quality is poor and not inspiring confidence for recording, though fine for video calls. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 9:29
In Sachen Details und Schärfe muss das Fairphone bei der Kamera Einstecken ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 1:14
Der Nachtmodus der Kamera ist kaum überzeugend ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 1:21
Disappointing cameras with drab colors, noticeable color shifts between lenses, and mushy details especially on the ultra wide lens. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 2:04
Camera performance is worse than cheaper competitors like the Pixel 7A, which also offers better processor, battery life, and features. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 5:54
Camera is just average; slight delay after pressing button to take picture. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 3:20
Camera quality is acceptable but falls behind competitors in low light and tough conditions. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 4:53
Camera bokeh is poor and skin tones can appear washed out. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 12:38
Video recording performance is inferior to iPhones, especially when panning. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 12:54
Camera photos are oversaturated, over-sharpened, and over-processed; selfie camera dynamic range and auto-exposure are poor. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 9:29
Die Kameraqualität ist nicht mit iPhone oder Pixel vergleichbar, Fotos sind oft zu gesättigt oder verrauscht, besonders der Ultraweitwinkel und bei schlechtem Licht. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 7:42
Kein optischer Zoom, digitaler Zoom wird schnell pixelig, die Bildverarbeitung ist nicht die beste. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 8:04

Display (16)

Shadowing effect around the perimeter of the IPS LCD screen looks cheap and tacky. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 5:26
IPS LCD screen shadowing is very annoying and a dealbreaker for the reviewer. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 6:10
Some users may prefer predecessor's more saturated and appetizing colors ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 11:35
Screen shipped with a weird green tint that needs manual adjustment. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 9:17
Auto brightness is slow and tends to jump between extremes. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 4:04
Double tap to wake is incredibly slow and sometimes doesn't register, causing frustration. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 7:56
Default refresh rate is 90 Hz instead of the advertised 120 Hz to optimize battery life, with 120 Hz draining battery faster. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 9:07
Das Display könnte noch etwas heller sein als bei der Konkurrenz ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 0:45
Das Bild wird auf 60 Hertz reduziert, um knapp eine Stunde mehr Laufzeit zu erzielen ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 1:30
Adaptive brightness is bad and does not set the wanted brightness automatically. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 1:57
Adjusting brightness on screen is annoying due to limited adjustment range. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 2:11
Display is a 1080p 60Hz LCD, which is less bright, smaller, and lower refresh rate than OLED displays on competitors. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 4:32
Display has a yellow tint off axis and large, non-uniform bezels. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 2:40
Screen brightness fluctuates erratically due to poor sensor data smoothing and small variable for ambient brightness. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 8:53
Das Display hat etwas dickere Ränder oben und unten. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 3:47
Die Bildwiederholrate fällt manchmal auf unter 10 Hz und das Gerät ruckelt grundlos für kurze Zeit. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 6:06

Audio (14)

No headphone port despite being a sustainable and functional phone with removable battery and Micro SD card slot. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 2:01
Lower loudspeaker does not have any balls inside (possibly affecting sound quality). ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 3:01
No headphone jack. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 0:56
Speakers are average. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 0:56
Lacks headphone jack which users have been requesting. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 5:36
No headphone jack, requiring USB-C adapter or Bluetooth headphones. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 14:38
Vibration is weak, making it easy to miss calls when in pocket. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 6:06
Minimum ringer volume is very loud (71 decibels), making it hard to have quiet notifications without missing calls. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 6:15
Audio problems including phantom headphone jack syndrome causing speaker and earpiece silence, requiring reboot to fix. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 8:06
Removing the headphone jack is not seen as a sustainable move and seems like a way to sell more disposable Bluetooth earbuds that cannot have their batteries replaced. ▶ Why I was wrong about fairphone @ 0:20
Fairphone sells wireless earbuds that cost about $100 but do not have replaceable batteries, which is not sustainable. ▶ Why I was wrong about fairphone @ 0:54
The removal of the headphone jack reduces functionality and is criticized as a negative trade-off for sustainability claims. ▶ Why I was wrong about fairphone @ 0:46
The reviewer disagrees with Fairphone's claim that removing the headphone jack makes the phone more sustainable. ▶ Why I was wrong about fairphone @ 4:00
Die Stereolautsprecher klingen dünn und metallisch, die Rückseite vibriert, und der Vibrationsmotor ist nicht sehr taktil. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 3:59

Value for Money (14)

The phone is overpriced for the call quality it offers (over $800). ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 6:41
Phone costs €599, which is far from cheap. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 2:23
Availability is limited; in the US only through partner Morena and only in August, no direct sales to rest of the world yet. ▶ Fairphone finally did it! @ 2:33
Fairphone Gen 6 is a good mid-range phone but comes at a slight premium price due to its ethos. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 5:40
In the US, the phone will be sold with a Google-free EOS platform at a higher price of $899, which is expensive. ▶ Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will yo @ 5:55
In the USA, the phone costs $900 via third-party Murena, $200 more than Europe, making it less reasonable. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 1:52
In the USA, the phone is a mid-range device with near-flagship price point, making it less competitive. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 8:03
High price point in the US ($900) makes it less attractive compared to top-tier phones with better specs at similar prices. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 11:48
If expecting flagship specs with repairability, be ready to be disappointed. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 4:40
Protective case adds bulk and is overpriced. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 5:00
Launch price seems unfair for the specs offered. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 5:05
No charger included in the box. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 8:01
Price is high compared to other phones with better functionality. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 16:55
Das Fairphone 6 ist teurer geworden (599 €). ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 9:24

Battery Life (14)

Always on display implementation is poor, very dim and drains about 20% battery per day ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 5:19
No wireless charging available. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 3:25
Battery drains quite fast during calls or video calls despite good normal use battery life. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) @ 9:45
Der Akku ist enttäuschend, das Fairphone 5 läuft im Test lediglich rund 7 Stunden am Stück ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 1:25
Viele andere Smartphones schaffen bei gleicher Kapazität deutlich höhere Laufzeiten ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 1:36
Poor battery life with some of the worst performances in battery drain tests, struggling to last a full day. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 2:02
Battery drain is rapid during mixed use including gaming and web browsing. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 4:26
Overall, the phone is well-meaning but has significant issues with battery life and camera quality, making it less competitive for power users or photography enthusiasts. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 7:30
Battery charge indicator might be inaccurate due to charging limit settings. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 2:39
Battery capacity is smaller (3900mAh) compared to competitors like Pixel 6 (4600mAh). ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 4:23
No wireless charging support. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 5:28
Battery life, while improved, is still behind some comparison devices. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 8:52
No obvious signs of wireless charging, which is a bit of a bummer. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 2:05
Der Akku ist mit 4415 mAh nicht der größte, aber vergleichbar mit iPhone 16. ▶ Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) @ 2:46

Performance (8)

Performance feels slow at times, with occasional app switching hangs. ▶ Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review @ 6:20
Random performance bug causes phone to crawl and become choppy for about a minute ▶ Fairphone 6 review: So much better! @ 8:54
Für recht intensives 3D-Gaming müsste die Grafik heruntergeschraubt werden ▶ FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP @ 0:58
Processor is an unusual choice designed for industrial applications, leading to underwhelming benchmark performance and inefficiency in intensive mobile tasks. ▶ Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone @ 3:35
Performance and specs are mid-range, using a Snapdragon 750G chip, which is less powerful than competitors' high-end chips. ▶ This Smartphone is Built Different... @ 4:02
Processor is not flagship level and lags behind comparable priced Samsung S24 phones. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 7:46
Performance feels outdated, more like an ancient Note 9 than a modern phone. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 3:27
The Qualcomm QCM6490 SoC is not a phone chip but optimized for industrial IoT, with older ARM cores that can't compete with modern chips. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 5:07

Connectivity (7)

Phone call quality using the main phone app is horrible and frustrating. ▶ Fairphone 5 9 Months Later @ 6:09
USB-C port is 2.0 standard, charging at 30W, which is behind most Android flagships using USB 3.2 for faster data transfer. ▶ They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) @ 3:06
No official availability or complete 5G band support in the US, resulting in less coverage in some areas. ▶ Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone @ 9:16
Tradeoffs in hardware include USB-2 instead of USB-3 to reduce production costs. ▶ The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Revi @ 0:38
Mobile data consumption is relatively high (0.6 to 1.1 watts). ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 3:13
Includes 5G antennas which no one asks for and could have been replaced with something more relevant. ▶ Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) @ 5:40
USB port is USB 2.0, not the latest standard. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 3:50

Overall (2)

Fairphone 5 was not a great phone, only a fair phone. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 0:07
Overall, the phone is a fair phone, not a great phone, with many compromises and limited recommendation unless supporting the mission or basic needs. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 11:14

Storage (2)

No microSD slot on the side where there is space; only in SIM tray. ▶ I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 @ 3:26
Nano SIM and micro SD slots are under the battery, requiring powering down the phone to swap cards. ▶ This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular @ 2:16

Review sources

I made their CEO mad - Fairphone Gen. 6 by ShortCircuit — 22 pros, 15 cons
This Fairphone 5 Review is Going to Make Me Very Unpopular by Linus Tech Tips — 11 pros, 22 cons
Fairphone 5 long term review (kinda) by Stonelab Electronics — 13 pros, 19 cons
Fairphone 6 review: So much better! by TechAltar — 19 pros, 10 cons
Beste Reparierbarkeit: Fairphone 6 (review) by iKnowReview — 14 pros, 13 cons
They said it was the best... (Fairphone 6 Durability Test) by JerryRigEverything — 15 pros, 11 cons
Fairphone 6 Review: The Ethical Smartphone by MrMobile [Michael Fisher] — 14 pros, 10 cons
This Smartphone is Built Different... by Marques Brownlee — 14 pros, 10 cons
Fairphone (Gen 6): Everything Android fans want, but will you buy it? by Android Authority — 17 pros, 6 cons
Fairphone 6 and /e/OS | The EU’s Answer to Google-Free Smartphones? by Laura Malvoyante — 17 pros, 6 cons
Why is no one buying this? - Fairphone 4 review by Ryan-Thomas — 11 pros, 10 cons
The Most Ethical Smartphone Yet? Fairphone 6 Teardown & Review by iFixit — 18 pros, 3 cons
FairPhone 5 im Test-Fazit | CHIP by CHIP — 13 pros, 7 cons
Fairphone 5 Review: A Noble Cause, an Imperfect Phone by CNET — 12 pros, 8 cons
Fairphone 5 9 Months Later by 270EHA19 — 13 pros, 6 cons
Fairphone 6 Review - More Than Fair (Except for the USA) by G Caleb L. — 10 pros, 9 cons
Fairphone finally did it! by The Friday Checkout — 12 pros, 4 cons
Why I was wrong about fairphone by Louis Rossmann — 5 pros, 4 cons

Frequently asked questions

Is the Fairphone worth buying?

Based on 18 independent YouTube reviews, the Fairphone scores 3.4/5 with 250 positive and 173 negative points mentioned by reviewers, placing it #107 in the Smartphones category.

What do reviewers like most about the Fairphone?

The most praised aspects are design and build, software, performance — Design and Build (116 mentions), Software (38 mentions), Performance (22 mentions).

What are the most common complaints about the Fairphone?

Reviewers most frequently criticize design and build, software — Design and Build (47 mentions), Software (27 mentions).

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