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Product guide

artfone C1+ 4G Senior Mobile Phone

Senior Mobile: The artfone C1+ 4G is a basic bar-style phone aimed at people who prefer large buttons and straightforward calling. It claims 4G connectivity, a dedicated SOS button for up to five saved contacts and USB Type-C charging, but reported customer experiences with sound, operation and charging are mixed.

At a glance

Large buttons and enlarged fonts are claimed to make keys and menus easier to see.
SOS button can be configured with up to five numbers, according to the listing.
The listing describes a torch button, FM radio, Bluetooth, calculator, alarm and calendar.
No camera function is claimed. The listing describes audio and video playback.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£45.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Large, easy-to-see buttons are a customer-reported positive and suit buyers seeking simpler key-based use.
SOS calling can be configured for up to five numbers, giving the phone a dedicated emergency-contact feature.
USB Type-C charging and listed Dual SIM support add practical flexibility.

Cons

The phone is listed as not water resistant, so it is not specified for wet conditions.
Customer feedback reports mixed sound quality and functionality, including reports of garbled audio or the phone ceasing to work.
Some customers report charging problems, including phones that stopped charging after five months.

Technical specifications

21 specifications

Identity
Brand	artfone
Model	C1+ 4G

Display and video
Screen technology listed	AMOLED
Screen size listed	1.77-inch

Connectivity and controls
Wireless connection listed	4G
Wireless network technology	LTE
SIM slots	Dual SIM
SIM card size	Nano
Connector type	USB Type C

Power and battery
Battery capacity	1800 Milliamp Hours
Battery life listed	5 Hours
Talk time claimed	5-6 hours of continuous talk time
Standby time claimed	240-300 hours (10-12 days)

Dimensions and installation
Form factor	Bar

Materials and protection
Water resistance listed	Not Water Resistant

Computing specifications
Operating system listed	Android 4.0
Processor listed	A-Series
Storage listed	1 GB

Other listed details
Colour	Dark Black
Headphone jack	[Unknown]
GPS geotagging	False

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing's 5 Hours battery-life field conflicts with its feature claims of 5-6 hours of continuous talk time and 240-300 hours (10-12 days) of standby. Android 4.0, A-Series processor, 1 GB storage, AMOLED display and 1.77-inch screen are listed, but the page gives little detail to confirm the practical configuration. The feature text says the charging dock is included, while the explicit box contents list names only an Audio Adapter, so dock and case inclusion are unconfirmed. Check the selected listing before relying on those details.

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Who is it for?

A good fit for

Older users or anyone who prefers large, visible physical buttons for basic calls.
Buyers who want a dedicated SOS button and simple extras such as FM radio and a torch.

Less suited to

People who need a camera, since the listing states there is no camera function.
Buyers who require water resistance or dependable long-term charging based on the reported charging concerns.
Those seeking a clearly specified modern smartphone configuration or detailed performance information.

artfone C1+ 4G Senior Mobile Phone · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4 / 5 · 1,102 ratings

5 stars60%60%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars6%6%
2 stars3%3%
1 star16%16%

Customer feedback highlights the large, easy-to-see buttons as helpful for older users. Sound quality and functionality receive mixed reports, while some customers describe charging problems, including phones that stopped charging after five months. These concerns matter for a phone intended for regular calls and emergency contact. The listing's claimed battery figures do not resolve reported charging experiences.

Positive themes

Customers appreciate the large, easy-to-see buttons and suitability for elderly users.

Negative themes

Some customers report garbled audio, problems with functionality and phones that stopped charging after several months.

Mixed feedback

Sound quality, overall functionality and value for money receive mixed feedback.

Frequently asked questions

Does the artfone C1+ 4G have an SOS button?

Yes. The listing says the SOS button can be set up with up to five emergency numbers.

Is a charging dock included?

The feature text says a charging dock is included, but the explicit contents list names only an Audio Adapter. Dock inclusion is therefore unconfirmed, so check the selected listing.

What battery life does the listing claim?

The technical details list 5 Hours. Feature text separately claims 5-6 hours of continuous talk time and 240-300 hours (10-12 days) of standby, so those figures should not be treated as one confirmed runtime.

Does it have a camera?

The feature text says there is no camera function.