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Oukitel WP58 Pro ZDNET's key takeaways The Oukitel WP58 Pro is available on the official site for just $289

This phone is rugged and performs more like a midrange phone than a low-end device

Like most Oukitel phones, the WP58 Pro is heavy. View now at Oukitel

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I've been reviewing Oukitel phones for quite some time, and I'm rarely disappointed. Sure, they're as heavy as bricks and don't perform as well as a flagship device such as my Pixel 9 Pro;, but these phones are a viable option… especially if you work in rough environments or tend to prefer the great outdoors, where rivers run, rocks fall, and darkness prevails.

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When Oukitel manages to merge a phone that's tough as nails with better-than-expected performance, that device might be considered a winner.

Did the WP58 Pro's performance impress me enough to reach that rare category where ruggedness meets performance? Read on.

My experience

As with every Oukitel phone I've reviewed, I know what to expect as soon as the lid is lifted from the box. The phone will be heavy. Now, the WP58 Pro is not nearly as heavy as other Oukitel phones, but it's certainly heavier than whatever you currently carry around.

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