The Nokia 105 is slowly making its way into the market with a series of launches, and based on its features, it's a surprisingly functional phone at a price that you wouldn't even imagine.

Whether you are looking for a second phone, an emergency phone, or even a phone for the kids, here are the top 5 reasons why Nokia 105 would be your best bet.

It's just $20!

For one thing, the price tag is almost everything for the Nokia 105. Nokia has been touting that the Nokia 105 is 97% cheaper compared to the iPhone 5 and considerably still way below Samsung's $640 Galaxy S4.

iDigital Times reports that the Nokia 105 may be a great way to tap emerging economies, especially first-time buyers of phones, or those who want a second phone but don't have the buying power to handle another iPhone or Samsung Galaxy.

And since more people are now opting to have more than one cellphone handy, it's the perfect companion to also keep your budget happy.

35 days of standby time

As an entry-level phone, it's not surprising that its connectivity options are very limited, but for those who only need phones for calls and SMS messaging to their loved ones-think young kids who need to call their parents, or the elderly, who just need to stay connected by phone to their family-the Nokia 105 comes with an even better feature.

Imagine having a battery lifespan of 35 days while on standby, as reported by Ars Technica. Not a lot of phones can expect this kind of feature, and it is helpful, especially for those who drain batteries of their other smartphones quickly.

It's an emergency phone by itself, complete with an FM radio and an LED flashlight, so if you're looking for an emergency phone, the Nokia 105 is pretty much your answer.

Dust-proof, water-proof

Need to get rugged and busy, but still need to stay connected? The Nokia 105 is your best solution when you need a phone for the toughest conditions-and not be afraid to risk too much cash in the process.

While there are many phones in the market that are touted to withstand tough conditions, you still have to purchase them at a normal phone price-meaning there is still an intense worry that you'll be wasting away a good amount if you happen to break the phones.

India Times reports that the Nokia 105 is dust-proof as a whole with water-proof keypad. Imagine all the sturdiness bought for $20.

Colored screen

Usually the most basic feature phone comes at around the same cost or even more, but imagine getting a colored screen for just $20.

Good built, good weight

For emergency phones, you won't want something very heavy that would be clutter in your everyday bag.

The Nokia 105 solves this with its discreet built, weighing only 70 g, reports Conversations with Nokia. Plus it also follows the Lumia series design, so you get a smart finish and a functional build that wouldn't feel like a brick in your bag.

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