Storm Score 70 out of 100
Reviews 3 published
Outlets 3 publications
Top Outlet TechRadar highest score
% Positive 67% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise its sleek design, bright display and solid performance, but fault its unreliable 5G and fingerprint scanner issue for the nothing phone 2a plus.”

Certified
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Acclaimed
70 / 100
Tier Distribution 3 reviews total
0%
67%
33%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 0 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 2 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 1 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Transparent enclosure showcases internal components
  • Horizontal lenses with glyph lights
  • IP54 rating provides modest water resistance
  • Clicky tactile power and volume buttons
  • Great User Experience
  • Decent Fast Charging

Points of Contention

  • Plastic Build Attracts Fingerprints
  • Camera Quality Needs Improvement
  • Rivals Offer Better Performance
  • Limited 5G support
  • Not easy to get in the US

Professional Reviews

3 reviews from 3 critics
80
Alex Walker-Todd
TechRadar

“The 2a Plus is an incremental upgrade that nobody asked for, but one whose upgrades cement it as the best value Nothing Phone available right now.”

Acclaimed 4/5
70
Dua Rashid
Gizmodo

“The Nothing (2a) Plus over-performs in multiple departments but falls short overall because of its glaring fingerprint scanner issue.”

Acclaimed 3.5/5
60
Iyaz Akhtar
PCMag

“The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus has a standout design and plenty of power, but 5G compatibility issues make it difficult to recommend.”

Mixed 3/5

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