Testseek.com have collected 254 expert reviews of the Microsoft Lumia 535 and the average rating is 69%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Microsoft Lumia 535.
October 2015
(69%)
254 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(62%)
68 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
1GB RAM
The cameras
Solid build
With luck
The price
Dual-SIM
Rich software experience
Great expandable memory options
The Microsoft Lumia 535 is very cheap
It has a fun design with interchangeable cases
A 5-megapixel front camera and software features found on higher-end Lumias
Well-designed
Great battery life
Good call quality
Big 5-inch display
169.99 cost for a device that runs generally smooth
5 MP frontal cam and Lumia Selfie app offer the same functions as higher tier Lumias
Impressive color reproduction
Topping many others in its class and beyond
Full Windows Phone 8.1 experience
Incl
1GB of RAM
Large screen
Generous storage
Great front camera
Latest Windows Phone 8.1 (Denim)
Good GPS
Expandable storage
Decent cameras
Bright screen with good color reproduction...
The editors didn't like
The camera button will be forever mourned
Occasional issues with registering taps on the screen
Lacklustre
Unresponsive screen
Laggy performance
Disappointing camera
It doesn't have 4G LTE
Its under-powered processor results in a sluggish interface
The touchscreen can be unresponsive and the screen is neither sharp nor particularly vivid
Display is OK at best
Slow camera
Sluggish performance
Touchscreen issues
The display's low resolution and very reflective glass leave room for improvement
Opening large websites or YouTube could crash the browser
Windows Phone store still has much less apps than the leading operating systems
Published: 2015-02-04, Author: Dave , review by: wired.co.uk
Bright, sturdy shell with changeable covers, 5 megapixel camera on front, low price
SubHD, unresponsive screen, processor could be faster
Despite the change of name, the Microsoft Lumia 535 is pretty much business as usual. It's a solidly put together budget-priced workhorse of a phone that will get most jobs done without particularly excelling in any department. It's a shame the screen's ...
Published: 2015-01-30, Author: Chris , review by: pocket-lint.com
Affordable, latest Windows Phone and Lumia software
Display quality is low, touchscreen response is poor, it's sluggish, no 4G
The Lumia 535 is the first Microsoft branded handset and, unfortunately, the experience is poor compared to some of its Lumia predecessors. The poor touchscreen experience feels like a blast from the past, while the exterior finish isn't up to quite...
Microsoft's Lumia 535 is well-built, but poor battery life and an unresponsive touchscreen makes it frustrating to use...
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Published: 2015-01-06, Author: Kevin , review by: 3g.co.uk
Top-level features, Case is changeable and accessories available, Budget-friendly price tag,
Processor lacks power, No facility for 4G LTE, Touchscreen glitches, Mediocre screen
Despite a great price of less than £110, and some flagship-level features, Microsoft has failed to add in any new tricks or features. A processor that lacks power also fails to impress....
The big screen is good for most multimedia functions, System is fluid and responsive, Excellent battery life
The plastic casing is robust but seems cheap, The screen resolution is a bit low, Video resolution
The Lumia 535 is pretty impressive for an entry-level smartphone. Obviously there are a few faults, but for the £100 asking price, you're getting a fluid and responsive smartphone with a decent screen. If you're looking for something a bit smaller, you mi...
Flagship level features, Changeable case and matching accessories available, Incredibly budgetfriendly price point
Underpowered processor, No 4G LTE, Known touchscreen bugs, Very average screen
Brilliant price point at under £110 and packing all the features of its pricier stable-mates, Microsoft’s first phone to bear its name is startlingly devoid of punchy new features and tricks. An identikit Lumia phone with a sluggish processor, we had hop...
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Published: 2014-12-10, Author: Andrew , review by: CNET.co.uk
The Microsoft Lumia 535 is very cheap, it has a fun design with interchangeable cases, a 5-megapixel front camera and software features found on higher-end Lumias
It doesn't have 4G LTE, its under-powered processor results in a sluggish interface, the touchscreen can be unresponsive and the screen is neither sharp nor particularly vivid
The Lumia 535's cheap price, big screen and colourful body earn it plenty of points, but its lack of 4G LTE, unimpressive display and sometimes sluggish interface mean this phone isn't suitable for anything more than the basics....
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Published: 2014-12-10, Author: Andrew , review by: CNET.co.uk
The Microsoft Lumia 535 is very cheap, it has a fun design with interchangeable cases, a 5-megapixel front camera and software features found on higher-end Lumias
It doesn't have 4G LTE, its under-powered processor results in a sluggish interface, the touchscreen can be unresponsive and the screen is neither sharp nor particularly vivid
The Lumia 535's cheap price, big screen and colourful body earn it plenty of points, but its lack of 4G LTE, unimpressive display and sometimes sluggish interface mean this phone isn't suitable for anything more than the basics....
Cheap, reasonable performance for its price, robust security, Windows Phone productivity services
Only 8GB internal storage, battery life could be better
Offering reasonable performance combined with the security and productivity benefits of Windows Phone 8.1, the Lumia 535 is one of the best affordable handsets available to businesses....
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