The Top 5 Cheapest Smartphones That Still Offer High Resale Profit with BulkMobiles Stock

Identifying low-cost entry-level and mid-range devices from the BulkMobiles catalogue with surprisingly good margins for high-volume resellers.

The mobile phone reselling business often focuses on the glamour of flagship phones: the latest iPhones or the newest Galaxy Ultra models. While these devices certainly offer high per-unit margins, they require substantial upfront capital and carry a higher depreciation risk.

For the savvy, scaling reseller, the real secret to robust, reliable profitability lies in mastering the budget segment. These are the devices that offer a high Return on Investment (ROI) due to their low Cost of Goods Sold (COG) and massive, consistent market demand. When sourced efficiently in bulk from a supplier like BulkMobiles, these phones become the engine of your cash flow.

In 2025, we are pinpointing the specific budget and mid-range "workhorse" models available through BulkMobiles that consistently prove to be high-margin, quick-flip inventory.

The Reseller’s Paradox: Why Cheap Can Mean High Profit

The key to profiting from low-cost phones is simple: demand density. A £150 phone has a vastly larger target audience than a £600 phone. This density means faster sales velocity, which minimizes the time your capital is tied up in inventory.

A device that costs you £80 wholesale but sells for £140 has a gross margin of over 42%. If you can sell 100 of those a month, that’s £6,000 in pure gross profit—consistent, reliable income that you can use to purchase your next BulkMobiles order.

Here are the five essential models you should be targeting for high-volume, high-ROI purchasing in 2025.

1. The Samsung Galaxy A36 (The Mid-Range Champion)

The Samsung Galaxy A-series is the most recognized and trusted budget line in the world, and the A36 represents the ideal sweet spot. It offers buyers a large, high-quality Super AMOLED display, a reliable battery, and Samsung’s powerful software support commitment (often offering four or more years of security updates).

The Profit Angle: Because of its strong brand recognition and guaranteed software longevity, the A36 retains its refurbished value far better than generic competitors. Sourcing these models in bulk from BulkMobiles allows you to leverage Samsung’s brand trust to command a higher resale price than a similar-spec model from a lesser-known manufacturer, guaranteeing a superior margin.

2. The Motorola Moto G Power (Battery Life Dominance)

Motorola’s G Power line has carved out an incredibly strong niche in the budget market by focusing on one feature that matters most to the utility buyer: battery life. With massive battery capacities, these devices easily last two or three days on a single charge.

The Profit Angle: You are not selling a "phone," you are selling endurance. This specific selling point attracts a huge segment of users—fleet drivers, construction workers, students, and elderly users—who prioritize battery over processor speed. This clear, compelling value proposition makes the Moto G Power line exceptionally easy to market and sell quickly. BulkMobiles stock of the latest refurbished G Power models gives you access to the market of buyers who hate charging their phones.

3. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 (The Spec-for-Buck Flippers)

Xiaomi, and its sub-brand Redmi, dominate the "specs for the price" segment. The Redmi Note 15, or its nearest equivalent, typically features a better processor, higher refresh rate screen, or faster charging than similarly priced phones from other brands.

The Profit Angle: This is the ideal stock for marketing to the tech-savvy budget buyer who checks spec sheets before buying. They are looking for the absolute best performance they can get for under £200. The rapid evolution of Xiaomi’s line means you can source the previous year’s model (the Note 14 or 15) in bulk from BulkMobiles at an extremely low COG, while still offering excellent, modern performance that rivals a much more expensive phone from two years ago. High quality Grade B stock is perfect here to maximize margin.

4. The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (The True Entry-Level Workhorse)

Where the A36 is the mid-range champion, the A16 5G is the absolute entry point for consistent, branded sales. This phone is essential for resellers focused on the lowest price tiers. It provides necessary utility, the trust of the Samsung brand, and crucial 5G connectivity.

The Profit Angle: The inclusion of 5G is your key marketing advantage. You can sell a low-cost phone that is future-proofed for the buyer's network. This model is ideal for large bulk orders from BulkMobiles because it appeals to the broadest market segments: as a first phone for teenagers, as a reliable phone for older consumers, or as a secondary utility device. The sheer volume potential of the A16 makes it a crucial component of consistent revenue generation.

5. The Google Pixel 8a (The Niche Quality Play)

While technically priced slightly higher than the other four, the Pixel ‘a’ series offers a unique value proposition that dramatically boosts its resale ROI: the camera and the software. The Pixel 8a provides the same top-tier camera technology and the promise of seven years of updates as its flagship siblings.

The Profit Angle: The Pixel 8a allows you to compete with the iPhone on software longevity and camera quality without the flagship price tag. You can market this device to the user who prioritizes photography and a clean, secure Android experience. Sourcing the 8a in bulk allows you to tap into a highly loyal, specific niche that is less price-sensitive than the general budget market, thus securing a higher percentage margin on a lower volume of units compared to the A-series.

Maximizing Profit with BulkMobiles’ Procurement Strategy

These five phones share the characteristics that make them high-ROI stock: strong brand recognition, clear market niche (battery, camera, or 5G), and consistent consumer demand. Your job is to secure the lowest possible COG to widen that profit gap.

Volume is Velocity: When purchasing these high-demand models—especially the Samsung A-series—use your purchasing data to hit the highest volume discount tiers offered by BulkMobiles. The extra 5% discount on 500 units of A16s translates to massive recurring profit.

Grade Smart: For budget and mid-range phones, buying Grade B or Grade C stock from BulkMobiles often provides the best balance of cost and customer acceptance. These buyers are often tolerant of minor cosmetic wear in exchange for a significantly lower price, meaning you can source a perfectly functional device at a fraction of the cost of Grade A inventory.

Minimize Risk: By stocking a mix of these five models, you diversify your risk across different brands and niches. A market fluctuation affecting Xiaomi won't decimate your entire inventory because you have the stability of the Samsung A-series and the niche appeal of the Moto G Power. BulkMobiles’ reliable supply ensures you can maintain this diversified inventory effortlessly.

By intelligently targeting these specific models and leveraging your volume purchasing power, you transform the budget segment from a thin-margin afterthought into the most stable, high-velocity revenue stream in your mobile reselling business.