We look at the Doro Leva L20. See more about the phone on their website here. 

Doro Leva L20 review

This is a tough, robust phone. If you drop it, short of putting it under an elephants foot and asking it to stamp it, you should be okay. Screens are not likely to break easily, nor lose touch or sensitivity options too quickly. The sound is loud, and the screen is big. Yes we can use reading glasses too as we approach our slightly diminished reading ability, but even so, this device is aiming to head off those issues in the first place.

Our team testers, several decades younger than others among us, felt it was a fun, and intuitive device to use. In previous rounds of testing the phones, one of the challenges has been to then get it into the hands of the octogenarians and other related decades. This time around maybe the use-cases also work if you expand them to include robust scenarios themselves, rather than older users themselves. In this context the phone could be very useful, perhaps as a spare, backup phone, or as an alternate for days, like being up on a roof, or a mountain, where you value robustness, audio quality, and overall durability.

The brand and the products themselves remain an interesting one to watch and our team is growing in interest and positive feelings towards their devices. Sometimes you don’t need to be holding or using a smarter, more sleek but more fragile device, when, the job you are trying to do needs an effective spanner/tool rather than a delicate, and easily broken top of the line device. It will be interesting to see where Doro goes, and how their products evolve.

More about the Doro range

Doro, the European technology leader for seniors, today announces the launch of three new 4G feature phones, the Doro Leva L10, Doro Leva L20 and Doro Leva L30. The devices are rolling out in select retailers nationwide, starting November.

The phones have been developed to meet the evolving needs of users, futureproofing Doro’s user-friendly offering. They combine intuitive features with the classic Doro interface, 4G connectivity, and a fresh, modern finish. Each component has been refined to ensure our users feel a sense of familiarity and simplicity when using the devices.

Doro Leva L20

Stylish flip phone for clear conversations

Enjoy calling, texting and taking pictures thanks to widely separated, high contrast keys and a large display that make everything easier. HD voice make conversations clearer, and there’s also an assistance button for alerting trusted contacts and sending your GPS location if you should ever need help.

Doro details

Availability and Pricing

• Doro Leva L10: €95

• Doro Leva L20: €109.99

• Doro Leva L30: €119.99

The Doro Leva L20 and L30 will be available from retailers including Three, Eir and Vodafone in November, and Harvey Norman from December.

New senior friendly phones from Doro

All three phones feature large, tactile buttons with high-contrast graphics, and talking keys that confirm each number press, making it easier for users to navigate. With loud and clear sound quality powered by HD voice, the devices ensure crystal-clear communication. The ergonomic design includes a soft-feel rear case with a textured surface, reducing the risk of accidental drops, and is splashproof (IP54), adding durability to its list of features.

They come in a variety of designs: the Leva L10 in a classic candy bar style, and the Leva L20 and Leva L30 in clamshell formats. The Doro Leva L30 comes with an extra external display for Caller ID and notifications. These devices are perfect for users seeking basic functionality paired with excellent sound quality and user-friendly features.

About Doro

Doro is a leading technology brand for seniors developing consumer products and services to support an active and independent life. Doro’s technology enables generations to connect digitally both while at home and when out and about. Doro is a Swedish company listed on Stockholm Nasdaq Stock Exchange. The company is headquartered in Malmo and has sales operations in more than 20 countries. In 2023, Doro had 118 employees and net sales amounted to SEK 973.6 million (EUR 35 million), making it the European market leader for senior specialised mobile phones. Read more about Doro on our website www.doro.com

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