[embee]

Seeking advice/opinions from the org ..........
I'm a pretty low mobile user, my old MotoG (bought outright, cheap SIM monthly deal) is now always out of memory, can't update or load apps etc, general advice I've had is get a new one.
My feeling to avoid getting into the same situation is monthly phone+SIM contract, maybe a Samsung A52s 5G?? The S21 is the current flagship but as far as I can see the A52s is pretty near in spec and I can get something useful for around £20/month from various places, feels a nice cost/benefit balance to me. Lower spec alternatives can be had for £15 or so, but I don't mind the extra £5 if it means a bit more future proofing (128Gb etc).
Outright purchase prices are high and you're stuck with it, monthly seems a better solution for that amount.
I've never been into Apple stuff, no real desire to unless really persuaded, but it looks an expensive route to me. Also I like the external memory card option (music/photos) with other makes.

Any views? I want simple solutions, not into complicated routes. Ta.