The best rugged phones
for motorcycle travel

If you are here, it’s because you are considering buying a rugged smartphone that can accompany you on your travels, without the fear of damaging your latest-generation smartphone. We have therefore selected what we consider to be your ideal travel companions: rugged phones and much more!

Samsung XCover Pro

The first phone we have chosen is the Samsung XCover Pro. With a refurbished price of around €260, this Samsung is a viable alternative to traditional navigators thanks to its very bright screen, relatively slim profile, and a processor fast enough to run most apps smoothly. Its 4050 mAh battery is undoubtedly more long-lasting than 90% of the smartphones on the market.

Screen size: 6.3"
Storage capacity: 64 GB
RAM: 4 GB
Dual SIM
Operating System: Android

Blackview BV8800

On the other hand, if you are looking for a "war phone," we have to recommend the Blackview BV8800. Priced at around 300 euros, it is probably the most rugged phone on the list. Thanks to its 8000+ mAh battery, it can last for days without needing a recharge. It is also IP68 certified, meaning it can be submerged in fresh water to a maximum depth of one meter for up to 30 minutes

Screen size: 6.8"
Storage capacity: 128 GB
RAM: 8 GB
Dual SIM
Operating System: Android

DOOGEE N40 PRO

An excellent compromise between the two previous models is the DOOGEE N40 Pro. With a price of around 240 euros, it is not only the most affordable, but it also features a battery of over 6000 mAh and a screen that is certainly brighter than the one on the BV8800. All of this without sacrificing performance or compactness.

Screen size: 6.5"
Storage capacity: 128 GB
RAM: 6 GB
Dual SIM
Operating System: Android

Iphone XR

You didn't expect an iOS device, did you? And yet, here it is! With a refurbished price starting at 260 euros, the iPhone XR is undoubtedly the best-performing phone when it comes to running any app, whatever it may be. It’s true: it isn’t as "rugged" as the others, and the battery doesn't have an equivalent capacity, but if you pair it with a Quad Lock mount and a power bank, you will have a phone with unsurpassed performance, a crisp screen, a compact size, and an excellent camera.

Screen size: 6.1"
Storage capacity: 64-128-256 GB
RAM: 3 GB
eSIM
Operating System: iOS

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Summing up

If you are looking for a rugged smartphone that can withstand the worst of abuse, the Blackview BV8800 is the best choice. On the other hand, if you want a device that feels more like a modern smartphone without sacrificing robustness and battery life, you can opt for the DOOGEE N40 or the Samsung XCover Pro. The latter features a significantly brighter screen, which you will appreciate more for navigation, while the DOOGEE N40 offers higher RAM, which greatly improves app fluidity. If, on the contrary, you want a travel smartphone without giving up the ability to take high-quality photos, post Instagram stories without lag, and use navigation apps to their full potential, we recommend the iPhone XR paired with a Quad Lock mount and a power bank.

If, as you read this, you are already thinking about which app to use for your next trip, we highly recommend WHIP LIVE, which allows you to find, navigate, and create routes in a very simple and intuitive way