Results: would you buy a flagship smartphone if it didn't have a fingerprint scanner?

The fingerprint scanner has easily become a regular feature seen even on midrangers. But, for some unexplained reason, there are still a few smartphones out there, in the upper midrange or flagship range, that don't have a fingerprint sensor on them.

We were wondering — how important is a fingerprint scanner to you? We do live in a day and age where we keep way too much sensitive information on our phones — from clothesless pics to bank details — and most of us prefer to have this device locked. Of course, a fingerprint scanner is quickest and easiest to unlock, while still quite secure, but it's not like there aren't other options, like passwords, PIN codes, and pattern locks.

Here's how the poll votes tallied up. Yup, seems like that fingerprint scanner is a must...

Would you buy a flagship smartphone if it didn't have a fingerprint scanner?

Nope. Fingerprint scanner is a standard!

67.73%

I guess I could make due with PIN codes and patterns for the right phone

15.03%

I don't even care about fingerprint scanners - I don't use them

17.24%

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Preslav, a member of the PhoneArena team since 2014, is a mobile technology enthusiast with a penchant for integrating tech into his hobbies and work. Whether it's writing articles on an iPad Pro, recording band rehearsals with multiple phones, or exploring the potential of mobile gaming through services like GeForce Now and Steam Link, Preslav's approach is hands-on and innovative. His balanced perspective allows him to appreciate both Android and iOS ecosystems, focusing on performance, camera quality, and user experience over brand loyalty.