Bionic on its last legs [question]

[kwest12]

TL;DR - Looking to spend under $300 for a phone. My thoughts are GS4, LG G2, Moto X, Droid Maxx or HTC One. I need it before Friday, so Swappa is probably my best bet. Please provide your suggestions.

I'm leaning towards the S4 because of the removable batteries and my upcoming vacation - would rather not be tied to a charger. I've always always been hard on my battery and I never make it through a day without having to charge or switch batteries.

Other things that matter to me are as follows, in order of importance

• Snappy performance / low lag
• Strong developer support (I use root features daily and usually use a latest-android version based ROM with the most fluidity and stability possible)
• Good camera - I take on-the-fly snaps with friends (and selfies :-x) frequently. I just want decent quality (low light is most important) with the fastest speed possible (I've always admired the iPhone in that department)
  
  There's nothing else that's really popping into my mind that is a make-or-break (I mean, I'm assuming they all have comparable radio strength, WiFi abilities and GPS abilities, right?)

 

[Thom]

I moved this thread to the sub-forum where device comparisons are discussed.

I have ONE PHONE that is for both business and personal use. I want the best voice available. For that reason I buy Motorola.

... Thom

 

[bomblord]

I'm guessing your on a contract carrier? Depending on which your on will change my answer.

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[breadnatty08]

My vote is for a G2. While the battery isn't removable, it has fantastic life to it.
Camera is quick and really great. Assuming you're on Verizon, that variant has very strong developer support and is easy to root.
My wife likes her Moto X but the camera is pretty mediocre.
Can't really comment on the S4 or One but I know they're quite capable phones.