When it comes to phone brands that are leading the charge on sustainability, Fairphone is second to none. The company aims to disrupt several industry conventions by implementing fairly sourced materials within its supply chain, providing factory workers with sufficient work environments and compensation, and making its phone back covers with recyclable plastics.
But when it comes to repairability, Fairphone is unmatched in its quality. Both the Fairphone 4 and 5 sport a rare 10/10 score on iFixit, and for good reason. Repairing a screen, opening the back, and replacing the battery takes a matter of minutes and requires practically no additional tool use, thanks to Fairphone’s modular build and design. Every component within the Fairphone is clearly labeled and not paired to the device, leaving less room for damage to come to the phone. Combine that with the wealth of replacement parts and extensive repair manuals and documents provided by iFixit and Fairphone, and you will have a device you can trust to last for a long time.
While the Fairphone 5 has yet to hit U.S. shelves, the Fairphone 4 made it out West in mid-2023, allowing more of the world to embrace this device and its many innovations. The Fairphone’s unprecedented ease, combined with its company’s efforts to improve the many pitfalls of this industry, make this a brand more than worth your support.
