Energizer E244s review
The E244s suits someone in a region where mobile data is patchy or costly, or who simply wants a second phone for calls and radio without a touchscreen or app ecosystem. Anyone accustomed to a modern smartphone will find it tedious; anyone in a developed market with decent coverage has no good reason to buy it unless it is a genuinely rugged backup.
This review is based on Energizer’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Energizer E244s, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.
Overview
The Energizer E244s is a genuine feature phone for 2024—no Android, just calls, texts, FM radio, and a VGA camera on a 2.4-inch display. At 20 EUR it's honest budget tooling, but the single-core processor and 1400 mAh battery mean battery life will be modest and performance stripped to basics.
Design & build
The E244s measures 131.2 x 54 x 12 mm and weighs just 91 grams, making it smaller and lighter than most modern phones. For a feature phone, that's practical—it feels like a pocketable tool rather than a device you'll notice you're carrying. The chassis appears plastic and industrial without flourish; there is no IP rating or mention of durability specs, so treat it as ordinary against drops and water. At this price point and form factor, nobody expects premium materials, and the phone doesn't pretend otherwise.
Display
A 2.4-inch TN TFT screen with 240x320 resolution and roughly 167 ppi is exactly what you'd expect in a basic feature phone from 2024. The screen-to-body ratio of 25.2% makes clear this is not a modern phone by design philosophy; the bezel is chunky and the viewing area tight. For text messages, calls, and menu navigation it is entirely adequate. Don't expect vibrant color or wide viewing angles; TN panels age poorly, but at 20 EUR you are not shopping for cinematic experience.
Performance
A Unisoc T107 with a single 1 GHz core is entry-level silicon for feature phones, and the E244s makes no claim to speed. Task switching will be sluggish, app launches (where apps exist) will take time, and multitasking is a concept that does not apply. This is not a device to frustrate you—it is a device to make calls and send texts reliably. The single-core processor is perfectly matched to that mission and entirely ill-suited to anything else.
Software
The specs do not list an OS, which means this is likely a proprietary or minimal embedded system, not Android or any recognizable platform. You will not install apps, sideload anything, or troubleshoot updates. The interface will be a series of menus you navigate with physical keys. For someone who wants a phone to function as a phone and nothing more, that simplicity is a feature, not a bug.
Camera
A 0.3 MP main camera with LED flash and no video recording is closer to a joke than a tool. At that resolution, images are blocky and washed-out even in good light, and in dim conditions the LED flash barely helps. No selfie camera exists. If you need to capture anything on this phone, expectations should be rock-bottom; this is a 'prove it happened' camera at best, not one for anything else.
Battery & charging
The 1400 mAh battery is modest, even by feature-phone standards from a few years ago. On moderate use—calls, texts, and FM radio—you might stretch a day, but heavy texters or those who use the data connection frequently should plan for an evening charge. The USB Type-C port is a small win for charging convenience compared to micro-USB, but the charger speed is not specified and likely slow. Battery health will fade noticeably within a year or two.
Value & verdict-context
At 20 EUR, the E244s targets buyers in markets where affordability and network coverage matter more than features. This is a phone for construction sites, rural areas with poor data networks, or as a backup device for a main smartphone. It competes not against modern flagships or even budget Android phones, but against other low-cost dumb phones and basic phones from competitors like Nokia or Samsung's entry range. For that category, it delivers what it promises: reliable voice, SMS, dual SIM switching, and FM radio. The short battery life and awful camera are trade-offs inherent to the price and form factor, not oversights.
Verdict
The E244s suits someone in a region where mobile data is patchy or costly, or who simply wants a second phone for calls and radio without a touchscreen or app ecosystem. Anyone accustomed to a modern smartphone will find it tedious; anyone in a developed market with decent coverage has no good reason to buy it unless it is a genuinely rugged backup.
- Dual SIM for switching between networks or providers without swapping phones
- Headphone jack and FM radio preserved—still useful for users in regions with weak data coverage or those who simply prefer analog radio
- Genuinely light at 91g with compact dimensions; fits a pocket without bulk
- USB Type-C charging port on a device this price point is a minor convenience win
- 1400 mAh battery is small even for a feature phone; expect a full day only on moderate use
- 0.3 MP camera is a relic—produces murky, barely-usable stills and no video at all
- Single-core 1 GHz processor leaves no room for anything beyond the bare minimum; even simple tasks will stall
Energizer E244s Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2023, December |
|---|---|
| Display | 2.4 inches, 17.8 cm2 (~25.2% screen-to-body ratio), TN TFT |
| Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Unisoc T107 |
| Main camera | 0.3 MP |
| Selfie camera | No |
| Battery | 1400 mAh |
| Software | Android |
| Dimensions | 131.2 x 54 x 12 mm (5.17 x 2.13 x 0.47 in) |
| Weight | 91 g (3.21 oz) |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| NFC | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
Energizer E244s FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the E244s support 5G?
No. The E244s tops out at GSM / HSPA / LTE, without 5G.
What chipset does the E244s use?
The E244s runs on the Unisoc T107.
What display does the E244s have?
A 2.4 inches, 17.8 cm2 (~25.2% screen-to-body ratio) TN TFT, 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density).
How big is the E244s battery?
The E244s has a 1400 mAh battery.
Does the E244s have NFC?
No, the E244s does not list NFC support.
Does the E244s support a microSD card?
Yes, the E244s supports expandable storage (microSDHC).
Does the E244s have a headphone jack?
Yes, the E244s has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Alternatives to consider
If the E244s isn’t quite right, these are the closest calls.
E246SC
E130S
E284S
Ultimate U608s
Y50 5G
