When Windows Phone 8 launched in 2012 it was looking to shake up the mobile market and differentiate itself from the dominant Android and iOS.
But while it succeeded in increasing Microsoft's presence in the smartphone world it's struggled to truly compete.
There's still hope yet though. The newer Windows Phone 8.1 replicates the popular features of Android and iOS whilst combining the comfort of home computing with the convenience of mobile and now there's Windows 10 Mobile on the horizon.
We've looked at the Windows Phone devices on offer and picked out the best ones around to guarantee you get the best bang for your buck. Lumia still dominates the list, but as a Microsoft entity that's no surprise.
