Cherry Prepaid Flare Lite 2 Bundle versus Smart MyPhone My28s

Cherry Prepaid Flare Lite 2 Bundle versus Smart MyPhone My28s

Earlier this year, two super budget-friendly smartphone offerings, namely Smart MyPhone My28s phone kit and Cherry Prepaid Flare Lite 2 Bundle, took the country by storm as both offers are extremely good and hard to resist. But, which one is better? To find out, check our comparison table after the break.

Device	Smart MyPhone My28s Prepaid Kit	Cherry Prepaid Flare Lite 2 Bundle
Price	Php888	Php799
OS	Android 5.1 Lollipop	Android 4.4.2 KitKat
Dual SIM	Yes, slot 1 w/ pre-insert Smart SIM	Yes, slot 1 w/ pre-inserted Cherry SIM
Display	4-inch WVGA (854x480)	4-inch WVGA (854x480)
Chipset	Spreadtrum SC7731	Spreadtrum SC7731
CPU	1.2GHz quad core Cortex-A7	1.2GHz quad core Cortex-A7
GPU	Mali-400MP2	Mali-400MP2
RAM	512MB	512MB
Memory	4GB internal storage, expandable up to 32GB via a micro SD card	4GB internal storage, expandable up to 32GB via a micro SD card
Main Cam	5MP with LED Flash	5MP with LED Flash
Front Cam	2MP with LED Flash	VGA
Data	GPRS, EDGE, 3G HSPA+	GPRS, EDGE, 3G HSPA+
Wi-Fi	802.11 b/g/n, WiFi Hotspot, Miracast	802.11 b/g/n, WiFi Hotspot, Miracast
GPS	Yes with A-GPS	Yes with A-GPS
Bluetooth	Yes	Yes
NFC	No	No
Radio	Yes	Yes
Battery	1450mAh, removable	1400mAh, removable
USB OTG	No	No
Freebies and Inclusions	Smart SIM with 100MB data every month for one year, Php30 load rebates per month for accumulated top-up of at least Php100. Talk 'N Text SIM.	Cherry Prepaid SIM with 50 all net texts and unli FB for two days, Php10 load/month for 3 months, 120MB/month for a year provided Php10 top-up is made every month.

In terms of device specifications, the Smart MyPhone My28s is superior having better front camera, slightly bigger battery and newer Android version. On the other hand, the Cherry Prepaid Flare Lite 2 Bundle has an advantage in pricing as it is more affordable at Php799 or 89 pesos cheaper.

With regards to the bonus items included in the SIM package, Smart provides 100MB data while Cherry comes with 120MB, both are given every month for a year, however, for the latter, a Php10 top-up must be made each month to enjoy free data. Meanwhile, Cherry Prepaid got an upper hand in upon activation with its free 50 texts to all networks plus unlimited Facebook for two days.

Given the information above, it is quite hard to tell which one is the real winner as both offers really great package. For consumers, the real question now is where to buy as most, if not all physical stores have no available stock. As of this writing, the Smart Online store (http://store.smart.com.ph/smart/prepaid/1820/) shows that the MyPhone My28s is available and you can buy up to 6 units, however, the payment methods are only via DragonPay, BancNet ATM/Debit Card and Credit Card, no cash on delivery.