Best Mobile Phones Under Rs 30,000 in Nepal (2026): NikoDeal Buying Guide
Verified Price & Live Showroom Stock Status
| Smartphone Model & Variant | Official MRP | NikoDeal Price | Distributor Warranty | Stock Location | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Realme C71 6GB + 128GB | — | रु 26,000 | 1 Year Official Brand Warranty + 13% IRD VAT Bill | In Stock (Dhangadhi) | Order / Reserve |
REDMI 15 6GB + 128GB | — | रु 28,000 | 1 Year Official Brand Warranty + 13% IRD VAT Bill | In Stock (Dhangadhi) | Order / Reserve |
REDMI 17 4G 4GB + 128GB | — | रु 28,000 | 1 Year Official Brand Warranty + 13% IRD VAT Bill | In Stock (Dhangadhi) | Order / Reserve |
Realme C100i 4GB + 128GB | — | रु 28,999 | 1 Year Official Brand Warranty + 13% IRD VAT Bill | In Stock (Dhangadhi) | Order / Reserve |
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Used) 8GB + 256GB | — | रु 30,000 | Technician-inspected used unit + 13% IRD VAT Bill | In Stock (Dhangadhi) | Order / Reserve |
The most common question we hear at the shop: "Which phone should I buy within Rs 30,000?" This is Nepal's highest-volume price segment, and also the most confusing - every shop quotes a different price, grey sets look identical to official ones, and spec sheets turn into a numbers race.
So here is a straight comparison of what we actually have in stock at NikoDeal under Rs 30,000. No hype, no outdated prices pulled from a press release - these are the sets on our shelf today, with the real reasons to pick each one.
> Why trust these prices? Every phone we sell comes with a 13% VAT bill and is officially registered in NTA's MDMS system. You can verify any set yourself by dialing #3366# - if it is not official, we do not sell it.
Quick Comparison
| Phone | Price in Nepal | Chipset | Camera | Battery | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Realme C71 (6/128) | Rs 26,000 | Unisoc T612 | 50MP | 5,000mAh, 33W | Available |
| REDMI 15 (6/128) | Rs 28,000 | Helio G85 | 50MP + 2MP macro | 5,000mAh | Available |
| REDMI 17 4G (4/128) | Rs 28,000 | Helio G81-Ultra | 50MP | 5,160mAh | Available |
| Realme C100i | Rs 28,999 | Unisoc T612 | 50MP | 5,000mAh, 33W | Available |
| Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Used, 8/256) | Rs 30,000 | Exynos 1480 | 50MP OIS | 5,000mAh | 1 unit |
1. Realme C71 (6/128) - Rs 26,000: Best Value in This Budget
Six GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage for Rs 26,000 is where most brands give you 4/64. Add a 6.74-inch 90Hz display, a 50MP camera and 33W SUPERVOOC fast charging, and this is the strongest spec-per-rupee package on this list. The Unisoc T612 (12nm) handles daily use, social media and light gaming without complaint, and the 5,000mAh battery is rated for up to 38 days on standby.
Our pick for most buyers. 3 units in stock.
2. REDMI 15 (6/128) - Rs 28,000: The Balanced Choice
The Helio G85 is the proven workhorse of this price range - PUBG and Free Fire run fine at medium settings. You get a 50MP main camera with a 2MP macro, Corning Gorilla Glass protection, an 8MP selfie camera, and Xiaomi's decent update track record. If you want one phone that does everything reasonably well without a weak point, this is it. 2 units in stock.
3. REDMI 17 4G (4/128) - Rs 28,000: Big Screen, Big Battery
A 6.88-inch 120Hz display is rare under Rs 30,000 - scrolling and video feel a class above. The 5,160mAh battery comfortably lasts a full day of heavy TikTok and YouTube. If your phone is mostly for watching and browsing, this is the one.
EMI available: 50% down payment, then Rs 2,333/month x 6 months (BATAS). 1 unit in stock.
4. Realme C100i - Rs 28,999: Easiest on EMI
The C71's sibling - same T612 chipset, 90Hz display and 50MP camera, with one important difference: EMI from day one. Pay 50% down and the rest at Rs 2,417/month x 6 months. If paying Rs 29,000 at once is a stretch, this is the most comfortable route to a new official phone. 1 unit in stock.
5. Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Used, 8/256) - Rs 30,000: Premium Experience, Budget Price
The Galaxy A55 5G sells new for well over Rs 50,000. We have one technician-inspected used set at Rs 30,000: 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, a 50MP camera with OIS, Exynos 1480, IP67 water resistance and 5G - the most powerful phone on this list by a clear margin. Every used phone at NikoDeal goes through a 20+ point inspection (battery health, screen, cameras, charging port, network, MDMS registration) before it reaches the shelf. Only 1 unit - first come, first served.
View Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (Used) at NikoDeal
Which One Should You Buy?
- Gaming first: REDMI 15 (Helio G85 is the strongest performer here)
- Video and social media: REDMI 17 (120Hz big screen)
- Maximum value: Realme C71 (6/128 at Rs 26,000)
- Buying on installments: REDMI 17 or Realme C100i
- Camera and premium feel: Used Galaxy A55 5G (OIS + IP67 + 5G)
3 Things to Check Before Paying Anywhere in Nepal
1. Ask for the VAT bill. Warranty claims without a bill are painful everywhere - with a 13% VAT bill, you are protected. 2. Check MDMS registration. Dial #3366# on the phone. Grey sets can be blocked by NTA at any time, and you will never get a warranty claim on one. 3. Ask which warranty it is. "Shop warranty" and official brand warranty are not the same thing. All our new phones carry official brand warranty.
FAQ
Which is the best phone under Rs 30,000 in Nepal? For most people, the Realme C71 at Rs 26,000 - the strongest specs per rupee. If you want something more premium, the used Galaxy A55 5G at Rs 30,000 is unbeatable value.
Are these prices with VAT? Yes. Every NikoDeal price includes 13% VAT and comes with a proper bill.
Is EMI available? Yes - REDMI 17 and Realme C100i carry BATAS EMI (50% down payment). We also offer 0% bank EMI and our own Kistabandi installment plan on selected phones. Ask in-store or message us.
How reliable is a used phone? Every used set is inspected by our technicians across 20+ checkpoints - battery health, screen, cameras, charging, network and MDMS status - before it is listed. What you see is what passed.
Do you deliver outside Dhangadhi? Yes. Inside Dhangadhi we deliver quickly from the store; outside the valley we ship by cargo/courier in 2-4 days.
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