Alphr | Rob Leane

That iffy speaker aside, this is one phone that doesn't put a foot wrong: the 6in screen is great, and performance, battery life, camera and design are all above average, too.

Android Authority | Abhishek Baxi

The Nokia 7 Plus is a well-rounded mid-range smartphone with a very capable specifications sheet, no-frills Android experience, and good-looking chassis. You'd be hard-pressed to find a flaw with this device, really.

NDTV Gadgets | Aditya Shenoy

HMD Global has managed to get quite a few things right with the 7 Plus.

NotebookCheck | Marcus Herbrich

Provided that the usual post-launch price drops take place, the Nokia 7 Plus offers a very interesting mix of hardware and software. Potential buyers looking for a mid-range smartphone should give the Nokia 7 Plus a closer look.

Firstpost | Sheldon Pinto

The Nokia 7 Plus is the best mid-range smartphone I have seen in years. All of a sudden, there's now a smartphone that looks really good, is built like a tank, comes with a class-leading SoC, packs in the latest Android software with the latest updates and it all comes at a reasonable...

Coolsmartphone | Dan Carter

I really enjoyed my time with the device, and with Android Pie expected any time now, this is a phone that will keep getting better and better with updates.

TheEffect.Net | John Reilly

From my time with the device, I feel the Nokia 7 plus is the only mid-budget device you should be spending your money on at the moment.

Mr Phone | Ershad Kaleebullah

A lot of people have the perception that the Nokia 7 Plus is expensive. And, I'd vehemently disagree. If anything, the phone is a steal for the price. It is the perfect amalgamation of kickass hardware and dependable bug-free software.

GadgetMatch | Daniel Morial

If you can spend a bit more cash, you should definitely check out the Nokia 7 Plus. It's got a more powerful processor, capable cameras, long battery life, and most importantly, Android One software.

TechPP (Technology Personalized) | Nimish Dubey

There is no compelling reason against it, as it checks most boxes very ably. The challenge it faces is that there is no compelling reason for it, either.

Australian PC World | Fergus Halliday

Even if it's a little predictable, not every purchase needs a twist. Sometimes you want something that works as intended, and the Nokia 7 Plus fits that mold nicely... it's got gorgeous built-quality and aesthetics, solid and consistent performance and good-but-not-great camera.

Gadgets Now | Robin Sinha

For an everyday user this handset might just be the best horse to bet upon.The 18:9 aspect ratio display is immersive, the operating system is bloat free and smooth, the processor is well performing, cameras perform well and the battery has its own plus points.

Techweez | Saruni Maina

...you want this device just for the software.

AndroidPit | Luca Zaninello

The Nokia 7 Plus finds itself in a difficult and crowded price range, but it will certainly be able to satisfy its buyers. Although it's not the most powerful device on the market and doesn't have the strongest features, this Nokia has proven to be a complete smartphones with no real weaknesses.

Trusted Reviews | Max Parker

Fantastic battery life and a big, bright screen make this the best phone from the 'new' Nokia.

TechRadar | Damien McFerran

The Nokia 7 Plus has plenty to offer – especially when you consider it costs around half as much as a 2018 flagship device. Good battery life, pure Android and above-average optics make for a very solid middleweight contender.

Stuff | Andrew Williams

It's an update or two away from perfection but the Nokia 7 Plus is one of the best-value giant-screen phones around.

Expert Reviews | Rob Leane

The most desirable mid-range handset of 2018, the Nokia 7 Plus is one class act - and half the price of the S9.

The Economic Times

We did not experience any noticeable lag while using it for light gaming like "Football Strike". However, with demanding games like "real Drift Car Racing", we needed to turn the background apps off for a smooth experience.

Pocket-lint | Chris Hall

From its solid design to a large display and capable camera, the Nokia 7 Plus is a great mid-range device. Similar spec competitors exist at this price, but with its 2x zoom option the Nokia has an interesting edge.

phoneArena | Daniel Petrov

It is sturdy, well built, the copper accents add to the stylish looks, and is one of your last good options for a metal phone that is less likely to shatter when it hits the pavement sans a case.

91mobiles | Nitansh Rastogi

To sum up, if the Nokia 7 Plus had been priced a little lower, I would have recommended it wholeheartedly. As of now though, it might not be the only option to buy in this price bracket, so you need to weigh your options before swiping the plastic.