Kyocera DuraForce Ultra 5G

Extremely durable ; Wireless charging ; Bright screen

Expensive ; Programmable buttons easily pressed on accident ; Lackluster camera

The DuraForce Ultra 5G is a waterproof, drop-proof, freezeproof rugged phone with modern features like wireless charging and 5G. It’s a durable — and pricey — phone that can withstand harsh environments.

Extremely durable ; Easily used with gloves ; Bright screen

Poor Wi-Fi hotspot performance ; No C-band ; Push-to-talk app rapidly drains the battery ; Subpar cameras

If you need a phone you can drop on rocks in a stream, or on concrete at a construction site, the Kyocera DuraForce Ultra 5G is the one—but in all other respects, it's not worth the flagship-level price tag.