Last updated 14/04/2026

Best value devices

To be digitally included you need affordable access to the internet and a reliable device to use. To make this easier, we’ve created a guide to social tariffs and a list of good value devices.

We can’t guarantee that the information in these documents will be the cheapest option for you, it’s always best to do your own research for your circumstances, and how you use the internet or your device. We can’t guarantee the information in this document is up to date, as deals are started and ended on a regular basis. The costs stated were correct at the time of last update (at the top of this page). However, we hope this will give you a place to start if you are looking at more affordable internet access, or buying a new or refurbished device.

Starting Point take no responsibility for the trustworthiness or reliability of the companies mentioned in these documents, but they are widely used businesses. 

Best Value Devices

We know that choosing a new device can be daunting, when you see adverts for expensive items, its can be hard to know where to start. We’ve found places that are easy for you to access in Stockport, with big town centre shops, local supermarkets, well known second hand websites. We’ve included local organisation Community Computers who sell refurbished devices at affordable prices.

Our guide has a price for laptops, tablets, smart (internet) phones and calls-only phones at each location. Prices do change, so please check for yourself before you buy.

You can see the our latest best value devices guide by clicking this link to view or download a PDF document.