From baby boomers to the Gen X tech savants, everybody wants to be the proud owner of a branded smartphone. Some prefer high-end variants that support full HD gaming, while others are interested in phones that offer stunning quad-camera setups. The rest of the lot are content with a phone that offers basic functionality for an affordable price tag. Here are the top five most affordable smartphones in the US under $250 trending now.

1. Samsung Galaxy A01
   With the A01, you get a decent 5.7-inch edge-to-edge Infinity- V display, a 13 MP camera, and a long lasting battery. While internal memory only permits up to 16GB for all media types, you can expand storage using an external memory card up to 512GB. Even with just 2GB RAM powering the 2GHz Octa-Core processor, you get a decent performing phone. Additionally, the 5MP front camera lets you take good selfies. At just $149 (ongoing offer $99), the Samsung Galaxy A01 is one of the most affordable smartphones you can buy.
2. Samsung A11
   Samsung A11 comes with a bigger 4000 mAh battery and a big 6.4-inch Infinity-O display with HD+ support for video playback and rendering. It includes a 13MP triple camera setup with additional depth and wide-angle sensors. You also get more internal memory in comparison to the A01 with 32GB storage expandable up to 512GB. The phone is available for $129 across popular network carriers, including Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, and U.S. Cellular.
3. LG K40
   LG brings you a premium 5.7-inch HD+ Full vision display for a truly cinematic viewing experience. A single 8MP sensor at the back does a good job of capturing quality photos with an additional 5MP front camera. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon SDM 450 1.8GHz processor, the LGK40 has 2GB of memory and 16GB internal ROM. For just $149.99, you can buy the LG K40 from their official website.
4. Moto G fast
   If you are looking for a more powerful ultra-responsive smartphone under $200, the Moto G Fast is the best choice. Powered by the Snapdragon 665 Octa-Core processor, the G Fast comes with an internal storage of 32GB and has 3GB of memory that supports most high-end applications. You get a 16MP main camera capable of taking good low-light photos and an 8MP front sensor. At just $199, the affordable smartphone packs a whole lot of power and processing that complements its design.
5. TCL 10L
   TCL deserves to be in the top five list of smartphones available for under $250 owing to all the specifications that you get for the price. The 10L features a stunning 6.53-inch LCD screen, 6GB RAM, and a massive 64GB internal storage. You also get a 48MP main camera, featuring ultra-wide, depth, and macro sensors. The 16MP front camera does a stellar job of capturing high-resolution selfies. You can get the TCL 10L for just $249 across major online retailers.