For about 12.90 at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3RWEOG I see battery and kit to pop in a new battery. If your current phone is fine except for the battery, why not?
Here the Verizon bill meant I bailed on their service. Went to Ting.com. Not as much coverage but fine at home and where I travel.
Currently have a Note5. Looking to upgrade and would like opinions and reasons why you think what you do. Not unhappy with Note5, other than the battery life has shrunk dramatically. (2 years old) I am trying to decide between an unlocked S8+ for $21.50/month(Samsung directly) or a Verizon locked Note8 (Verizon online) for $20 month. Both prices include trade in. Only minor quarrel with Verizon is the price. Their quality is great in my area. Main desire is the longest battery life possible. Most data is thru wi-fi. Not a big streamer - just old enough to need a big screen. I really can't see huge differences other than stylus and the dual camera. Your thoughts are greatly appreciated.Thanks

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