LG - VX5300 Cell Phone

LG - VX5300 Cell Phone Reviews



Overall 3 star rating3.12 of 5 (by 17 users)



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LG - VX5300 Cell Phone Review Summary

LG is a leader in the very competitive U.S. cell phone market and the VX5300 Flip cell phone might be one of the reasons why. Our community of demanding reviewers is almost evenly split about this stylish flip-style phone. One reviewer stated: “The phone is basic but perfect for me. It can fit in your pocket or purse but is not razor thin. It gets good reception and the battery has never failed me.” But another reviewer complained about the phone stating: “LG phone broke in first 2 months with light use…will never buy another LG product.” The VX5300 Flip cell phone is a simple phone, offers a 0.3 megapixel digital camera, sports a MicroSD expansion slot, and integrated antenna. Read what else our community has to say about the VX5300 Flip cell phone cell phone.
18% of people rated LG - VX5300 Cell Phone as 5 stars
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18% of people rated LG - VX5300 Cell Phone as 4 stars
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36% of people rated LG - VX5300 Cell Phone as 3 stars
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18% of people rated LG - VX5300 Cell Phone as 2 stars
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12% of people rated LG - VX5300 Cell Phone as 1 star
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59% 59% of people recommend LG - VX5300 Cell Phone 41% of people don't recommend LG - VX5300 Cell Phone 41%
 

LG - VX5300 Cell Phone Comparison

5 star rating Most Helpful
Favorable Review
Simple, Reliable if you can limit your bells and wistles
AUG
2
2008
I have had the Lg VX5300 cell phone for about a year now. I bought it when we were sort of kicked out of cingular and went to Verizon. At the time it was the free phone so I was not expecting anything special, but it was perfect for me.

It seems indestructable. Granted I wouldn't recommend testing... read full review »
2008 Contributor
computer literate

Cody123
New York, NY
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1 star rating Most Helpful
Critical Review
LG does not stand behind warranty
AUG
21
2007
LG phone broke in first 2 months with light use.  LG not only denied the valid warranty repair/replacement of a snowy screen.  LG personnel falsely accused me of water damaging the phone and physically abusing it.  LG also took 4 months to resolve the situation, charged me to ship the phone back,... read full review »
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intermediate-user, value conscious

Hydrangea
Rubicon, WI
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LG - VX5300 Cell Phone Ratings and Reviews

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Simple and efficient.
reliant on my phone, expecting good, fair service, usually just making or receiving a call, cost-conscious, a busy person, Practical, a mobile phone user, not into status

DEC
17
2007
The LG VX-5300 is a phone for someone who wants a simple, easy to use phone.  It is inexpensive and has very few frills, but it has basic functions like a camera and the ability to send and recieve text and picture messages.  The menus are easy to read and customize, and the phone itself is very durable (I have personally droped mine several times and it still looks and works great).  The battery will last for days if you make few calls, and will last for several hours while talking on it, and the reception is above average.  This phone is perfect if all you want is a basic, inexpensive phone.... read full review »
3 star rating
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riceczeks
Minneapolis, MN



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OK phone, but does not seem durable, good for a light user.
a busy person, intermediate-user, Practical

NOV
17
2007
We own four of these phones.  They work ok.  The promo was buy one get up to 4 free.  We got two phone for our two older kids.  Mine was shutting off for not apparent reason for awhile, Verizon looked at the phone, did some updates and it has only happened once since.  My dd's phone buttons are wearing out, hard to push, it also has been shutting off and turning back on whenever she delets a text message.  Will be taking it into Verizon to see what they will do.  We shall see....
2 star rating
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ladyinblue3
Saint Paul, MN



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Alright value for only 1 year.
value conscious, Practical, reliant on my phone, not rich, simple is good, a mobile phone user

NOV
25
2007
 I have droped this phone way to many times and each time something comes off. The peices do go back on easily. The number buttons after a couple of months work as they feel like it. Sometimes you get double numbers when typing or not at all. I do like the recording feature. I have recorded several songs and put them as ring tones for no charge. I do not like the voice cammand feature. If I am upset it doesnt understand what I want which is not good in an emergency. I will be looking for a new phone soon.
3 star rating
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dsonanc
Chester, VA



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Great choice for someone looking for just enough extras.
a mobile phone user, expecting good, fair service, budget-conscious, willing to pay for quality, appreciative of good service, comedy fan, Practical, a busy person

DEC
23
2007
This is my first phone, and I have not regretted my choice. This phone has just enough extras to keep the user satisfied. With a camera, built in tone downloader, and other things, it's great for everyday use. The only cons I have is that it doesn't get good reception in some areas of my house, and you cannot use recorded sounds as ringtones. However, I love the fact that I can download ringtones right from my phone. I am also a picture fanatic, and it allows me to keep many photos.
4 star rating
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drummergirl723
Tucson, AZ



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Limited technology for a new phone
Every day computer user

JUL
8
2008
The LG 5300 is a basic phone and if you don't want any bells an whistles than this is the phone for you. Of course one has to ask, why would LG bother putting a camera on a phone that is only VGA these days.  On top of that the technology for data transfer is first generation and incredibly SLOW. For a new phone it didn't make any sense. I had better technolgy in an older samsung phone, which Is what i ended up using after I returned this phone 2 weeks after buying it.
2 star rating
reviewer
thatnuttynutmeg
Sterling, VA



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Weak phone signal.
a mobile phone user, appreciative of good service, a pet owner, not into status, married, a woman, love to travel, looking for durability

NOV
28
2007
My phone is simple and easy to use.  However, 90% of the time, my phone is only usable when outdoors.  I can't hold a signal inside my home, nor most buildings.  I called and ordered a replacement phone only to find the signal was worse.  I only received a refurbished phone.  Needless to say, I sent the worse one back.  I still have my phone, but am waiting to upgrade.  I will not go with another LG.
1 star rating
reviewer
KSPRY
San Diego, CA



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Not a very exciting phone with a very annoying feature.
reliant on my phone, usually just making or receiving a call, simple is good, value conscious, not duct taped to my cell phone, Every day computer user

AUG
22
2007
This phone will tell you when you have a missed call. This phone will tell you when you have a new voicemail. This phone will ask you if you'd like to check your voicemail now. BUT, don't bother to choose yes--that feature simply sends you back to the original empty screen. Very frustrating! It's not hard to dial *86, but why ask if you'd like to do something if you won't be permitted to do it?
2 star rating
reviewer
darcyva
Aldan, PA



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Serves its purpose
a busy person, Every day computer user, value conscious, a person who enjoys quality, appreciative of good service

NOV
17
2007
This phone is fairly easy to use. It can be a little tricky sometimes with erasing voice mail and calling back missed calls, but other than those items it is a fairly decent phone. It is silver in color. I have seen quite a few of these being used by other people, both strangers and aquaintainces. I can also be a phone that is easily lost due to the number of other people who have them.
3 star rating
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Chase23
Manchester, NH



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Overall great LG VX5300 phone!
Every day computer user

AUG
3
2008
The LG VX5300 phone is pretty good overall.  The worst thing about it is the poor quality when talking/listening on speakerphone.  The battery stays charged for a long time.  The photo quality is decent and the rings available for this phone are good quality.  Thumbs up for a good, free phone from my cellular provider.
4 star rating
reviewer
kareedw
Neenah, WI



D
LG VX5300 works great but is noising turning off and on
Every day computer user

AUG
9
2008
My LG phone has great features for non-techie people - easy to read, large enough buttons, great sound, great video. The flip-style suits me. The only problem I have is the loud noise it makes when you turn it on and off.
4 star rating
reviewer
oceanspray
Charleston, SC



D
LG is cool if you're more old school
Every day computer user

SEP
13
2008
Pretty good service, but only use the special features if you're up for the hidden charges - like 30 dollars just to LOOK at music selections. They don't tell you that
3 star rating
reviewer
broadwaydiva03
Washington, IN



D
it is ok
missing my typewriter

JUL
7
2008
I would think that a phone should only be able to dial a person but this one has way to much going on for my liking.
3 star rating
reviewer
ieshamills
Litchfield Park, AZ



D
Simple, good interface, squeeks...
computer literate

AUG
13
2008
The VX5300 is a Great beginners phone, however as it ages, it begins to make a creaking sound when opening!
5 star rating
reviewer
myview28
Shalimar, FL



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