With the Lumia 535, Microsoft has delivered a worthy successor to the successful 520 that stacks up well against tough Android competitors like the Motorola Moto E, which the smartphone beats on several fronts.

The two devices cost about the same — the Lumia goes for $135, while the Moto E costs $130 before taxes and subsidies — pack the same processor and are good options for buyers looking for an affordable smartphone without a contract.

However, the Lumia 535, which arrives after the disappointing Lumia 530, offers more storage and a front-facing camera, which the Moto E lacks altogether. As is the case with all Windows Phone devices, the Lumia 535’s main drawback compared with Android smartphones and iPhones remains third-party app selection.

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