WARNING: Beware of Cowboys selling “cheap” rugged phones
Some big rugged phones sites and TradeMe sellers are trying to flog-off phones that don’t work in rural areas, and which may not work anywhere once Vodafone and Spark switch off the 3G cellsites next year – and they’re lying to their customers about it, still promising “compatible with all NZ 3G/4G networks”.
To help you avoid being stung, we’ve compiled a database of all rugged phones and whether they are really compatible. Read more at the links
Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra 16GB/1TB, Dimensity 9300+, Android 14
$1,699.00 – $2,099.00
FOR EXECUTIVE WARRIORS SEEKING WORK/LIFE BALANCE
the processing power of a Galaxy but tougher and lasts longer – stand out from the crowd
EXPECTED DELIVERY WINDOW: 1-7 days
ANTUTU SCORE: 2.3 million
Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra – Flagship Power. Built Tough.
Meet the Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra—the world’s first rugged phone powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, clocking an incredible AnTuTu score over 2.3 million, rivaling the Samsung Galaxy S25 in raw performance. Whether you’re gaming, multitasking, or running AI-intensive apps, this beast handles it all without breaking a sweat.
But it’s not just about power—it’s about surviving the extremes. With a MIL‑STD‑810H build, IP68/IP69K certification, and a massive 10,600mAh battery with 120W fast charging, the Armor 28 Ultra is engineered for professionals, adventurers, and anyone who needs military-grade durability without sacrificing flagship performance.
Dual sim allows you to run work and private numbers in the same phone.
It boasts a stunning 6.67″ AMOLED display, dual-screen functionality, 1TB of blazing-fast UFS 4.0 storage, and next-gen night vision camera tech.
Why compromise? Get flagship speed and ultra-rugged protection in one unstoppable device.
Choose performance. Choose durability. Choose Armor 28 Ultra.
REVIEW (refers to Thermal version)
📱 Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra – Technical Specifications
🛠️ General
Model: Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra
OS: Android 15
Dimensions: 174.15 × 83.6 × 19.4 mm; Weight: 450 g
Color: Epic Black
💾 Memory & Storage
RAM: 16 GB LPDDR5X (expandable via virtual RAM up to another +16 GB)
Internal: 1 TB UFS 4.0
Micro‑SD: Expandable up to 2 TB
📱 Display
Main: 6.67″ 120 Hz AMOLED, FHD+ (1080×2400 px), 395 ppi, Gorilla Glass Victus, up to 2200 nits peak
Rear Sub‑display: 1.04″ AMOLED, 340×340 px, 60 Hz, always-on display (for notifications, camera controls, etc.)
🔧 Performance
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ (4× Cortex‑X4 up to 3.4 GHz, 3× Cortex‑X4 up to 2.85 GHz, 4× Cortex‑A720 up to 2.0 GHz)
GPU: Immortalis‑G720, with hardware ray tracing
AI: Built-in MediaTek NPU 790; first rugged phone with generative AI engine
🔋 Battery & Charging
Battery: 10,600 mAh Li‑Po; non‑removable
Wired Charging: 120 W fast charging (sealed Type‑C)
Wireless Charging: 50 W (Ulefone protocol)
Standby: Up to 576 h; Talk time: ~58 h
📸 Cameras
Rear Triple:
50 MP main – 1″ Sony IMX989 (ƒ/1.9)
64 MP night-vision – OV64B (NightElf 3.0)
50 MP ultrawide – Samsung JN1, 117° FOV
Front: 50 MP (Samsung JN1) selfie camera
Video: Rear supports up to 8K @ 30 fps; includes EIS
🌐 Connectivity
Network: Dual 5G/4G/3G/2G (both SIMs) VoLTE ready
Wi‑Fi: Wi‑Fi 7 support (dual-band)
Bluetooth: v5.4
NFC: Yes
GPS: Multi‑constellation
Other: USB‑C (3.2 Gen 2 – 10 Gbps), IR blaster, uSmart expansion port
🛡️ Ruggedness
Certifications: MIL‑STD‑810H, IP68/IP69K (2 m drop, 30 min submersion, dust‑proof)
Operating Temps: –30 °C to +55 °C
🎧 Audio & Sensors
Biometrics: Side-mounted fingerprint reader, face unlock
Sensors: Proximity, ambient light, accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, magnetometer, barometer etc. via sub‑display tools
Audio: Stereo speakers
🔥 Extras
Rugged AI Features: On-device AI toolkit, generative AI, cloud-assisted imaging
Sub-display functions: Manage notifications, camera, music, compass
Camera shortcut key: Physical key for quick shots
Thermal/Night vision: Non-thermal version has IR night vision; thermal version includes ThermoVue sensor (native ≈256×192 px)
| Choose warranty option | I am a trade buyer and I do not need any warranty/CGA, I do not need the screen breakage warranty, just the Premium Ultra 12 months warranty, I do not need the screen breakage warranty, just the Premium Supreme 24 months warranty, Yes, I need one free screen replacement if broken in first two years and 24 mth Premium Supreme warranty |
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Blackview BL7000 AI: 8GB/256GB, Android 15, Dimensity 6300 chipset, 50MP cam, night vis, 7500 mAh, 12mth warranty
$799.00Add to cartEXPECTED DELIVERY WINDOW: 1-7 days
ANTUTU SCORE: 402,000
Rugged Power Meets Next-Gen Tech – Blackview BL7000 AI
The Blackview BL7000 is the ultimate rugged smartphone built for adventure and engineered for performance. Powered by a blazing-fast MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor and 8GB RAM (expandable up to 24GB), it handles demanding tasks effortlessly. A stunning 6.78″ FHD+ 120Hz display delivers ultra-smooth visuals, while the massive 7500mAh battery with 33W fast charging keeps you going for days. Capture every detail with its 50MP main camera and 20MP night vision lens—even in total darkness.
Whether you’re scaling mountains or working tough industrial jobs, its military-grade durability (MIL-STD-810H, IP68/IP69K) ensures it survives drops, water, dust, and extreme temperatures. With Android 15, 5G connectivity, dual SIM, NFC, and smart AI features like ChatGPT integration, the BL7000 is more than just a phone—it’s your survival tool and productivity powerhouse.
Go beyond rugged. Step up to the Blackview BL7000
NOTE: glued shut, 12 month warranty
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All Terrain Outdoor Phone Holster
$39.99Add to cartThey don’t sell these at your local telco shop. Essential all-terrain phone pouch and belt-on carry-pack for everyone working or playing outdoors.In the case of an emergency your phone and other survival gear can be close at hand, strapped to your belt. Don’t go into the outdoors badly equipped. Be prepared. Strap on a waterproof rugged phone with more signal coverage than anything the telcos sell. Take a back-up pocket power-bank with you in case you need to recharge.
(Product does not include accessories in photos, what you put in the phone holster is over to you)
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CAMHAWK 4G Solar-powered camouflage security camera
Original price was: $299.00.$259.00Current price is: $259.00.Add to cartTIRED OF MAILBOX AND SHED THEFTS?
Whether you need to catch a mailbox thief, monitor your driveway, remote farm shed or holiday home, the weatherproof CAMHAWK NZ/AU security camera is up for the job.
Solar-powered, so it won’t cost you $30 in new batteries each week, it instantly uploads to a cloud service (optional subscription) so you can monitor on your smartphone from anywhere in the world. Alternatively record images/video direct to a TF card (not included).
The CAMHAWK uses 4G mobile (SIM not included) which means it works wherever you have 4G cell signal.
Ideal for neighbourhood watch, easily camouflaged, no visible lights to give away the camera’s presence.
USER TIP: HD photos setting offers best visibility of number plates in combination with low data usage, video uses significantly more storage/data
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Ulefone Power Armor 18T Ultra Version 5G Thermal Imaging Rugged Phone, 12GB+512GB, Side Fingerprint, 6.58 inch Android 13 Dimensity 7050 Octa Core up to 2.6GHz, Network: 5G, NFC
$1,199.00 – $1,469.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page90% EXPECTED DELIVERY TARGET: 1-7 days
ANTUTU BENCHMARK: 564,000
Ulefone’s Armor 18 series uses the Mediatek Dimensity 7050 chipset which makes it about as powerful as a Samsung Galaxy S20. A key feature of this phone is its ability to use storage space for a virtual 12GB RAM boost when necessary, so it can deliver up to 24GB of RAM for multitasking. With a big 9600 mAh battery this is another weighty phone but will do what you need at the site or in the office.
Most Ulefones are glued shut/not repairable/expensive-disposable-toys; THIS model is repairable.
Features
1. CPU: MediaTek Dimensity 7050, octa-core up to 2.6GHz, 8, 2x cortex-A78 + 6 x cortex-A55
2. GPU: Arm Mali-G68 MC4
3. Memory: 12GB(Plus 12GB virtual memory can be extended to 24GB) + 512GB
4. Storage Extend: TF card up to 2TB (not included)
5. Operating system: Android 13
6. Sensor: Proximity sensor, Light sensor, Gravity sensor, Acceleration sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Gyro sensor, Coulomb counter, Pedometer, Thermal Imaging sensor, Air pressure sensor, NFC
7. Card Slots: 2, 1 Nano-SIM + 1 Nano-SIM/microSD
8. Charge Port: Type-C, USB 2.0
9. Headphone Jack: 3.5mm
10. Battery: 9600mAh lithium-ion polymer battery
11. Charge: 66W 11V/6A fast charging, support 15W wireless charging, support wireless reverse charging
12. Unlock Options: Side-Mounted Fingerprint Unlock, Face Unlock
13. FM Radio: Support, headset-free
14. Digital Toolbox: Compass, SoundMeter, Pic Hanging, Gradienter, Height Measure, Magnifier, Protractor, Alarm bell, Plumb bob, Pedometer, Mirror, Torch, Barometer
15. Material: PC
16. Size: 175.2×83.4×18.8mm
17. Weight: 409 grams
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