I look at Ebay and Amazon for price. I get a model that is 2 years or older and now much cheaper.
I have a LG6 that specs out like a Samsung phone. Not much difference, maybe camera but I think the quality is compatible there or sound but hard to tell. I think iPhone and Samsung have louder sound then the LG I have.
I’ve got an LG, good little phone. Gets the job done. And soooo much cheaper.