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Bontel B2160 | Wireless FM Radio | Spotlight Torch | Strong Battery | Physical Keypad
An affordable button handset for calls, texts and M-Pesa, with a bright lamp for dark evenings and stations that play out loud.
Condition: New
Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
Bontel B2160 is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 1,650, brand new and sealed. It is a compact keypad phone built around three features printed on its box: wireless FM radio, a spotlight torch and a strong battery. The Bontel B2160 covers the basics most buyers need from a second phone, namely clear calls, SMS, USSD services and a radio that plays without earphones. Mascom International sells it from Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, where you can switch on the Bontel B2160, test the torch and tune the radio before paying.
Designed for traders, students and anyone who needs a phone that keeps going, the Bontel B2160 handles a busy day without a charger nearby. A market trader at Gikomba or Marikiti can take calls from suppliers, follow FM news and confirm Lipa na M-Pesa payments from one handset. Parents buy it as a first phone for a child in day school, because it calls and texts but cannot open social media apps. When KPLC power goes off at night, the spotlight torch lights a path to the gate or the meter box. The physical buttons work with wet or dusty fingers too.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops sell unboxed keypad phones of unclear origin, Mascom International supplies the Bontel B2160 sealed, with a receipt and a 12-month warranty. Buyers throughout Kenya report that a simple phone with a good torch and loud radio is what they reach for most during blackouts. At KSh 1,650, the Bontel B2160 costs less than many smartphone screen repairs. Walk into our Kimathi Street shop to handle it, or send us a WhatsApp message and we will deliver with payment on arrival, anywhere from Nairobi to Turkana.
Common Questions About the Bontel B2160
What is the Bontel B2160 price in Kenya?
The Bontel B2160 costs KSh 1,650 brand new and sealed at Mascom International, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. For that price you get the handset, its battery, a charger and a 12-month warranty covering manufacturing defects. Delivery is pay-on-arrival, so you check the phone before handing over cash or M-Pesa. It shares the KSh 1,650 price with the rugged-style Bontel L1200 and sits KSh 300 below the Itel 2160, so it suits buyers who want a torch-and-radio phone on a tight budget.
Is the Bontel B2160 torch bright enough for KPLC blackouts?
The Bontel B2160 has a spotlight torch, which its box highlights as a main feature. During a KPLC outage it gives you a focused beam for finding candles, checking the breaker or walking to the gate. Because the phone runs on a strong battery and a simple keypad system, using the torch for a while still leaves charge for calls. Many Nairobi households keep a phone like this on the table as their blackout light.
What does wireless FM mean on the Bontel B2160?
Wireless FM on the Bontel B2160 means the radio plays without wired earphones plugged in as an antenna. Many older keypad phones need a headset connected before the radio works, which is awkward in a shop or kitchen. With the Bontel B2160 you can tune into Kenyan stations and let the loudspeaker play while you work. Traders, mama mbogas and night guards tell us this is the feature they use most. Reception depends on your area, so signal can vary between town and rural spots.
Should I buy the Bontel B2160 or the Itel 2160?
Buy the Bontel B2160 to save KSh 300 on a phone focused on torch, radio and battery; buy the Itel 2160 if you want a camera. The Itel 2160 costs KSh 1,950 at Mascom International and is listed by Kenyan retailers with a 0.3MP rear camera, dual SIM and a 1000mAh removable battery. The Bontel B2160 is a calls-and-radio phone without a camera highlighted on its box. If you never take photos on a backup phone, the Bontel saves you money for airtime.
Is the Bontel B2160 a good first phone for a school child?
The Bontel B2160 suits a day-school child because it handles calls and SMS but does not run TikTok, Instagram or WhatsApp. Parents can reach their child after school, during a matatu ride home or at a tuition centre without worrying about screen time. The physical keypad is easy to learn, and the torch helps on dark evening walks. At KSh 1,650, losing it on the playground costs far less than losing a smartphone. Check your school's rules on phones before sending one in a school bag.
Can I use Lipa na M-Pesa and USSD codes on the Bontel B2160?
Yes, the Bontel B2160 runs M-Pesa through the Safaricom SIM toolkit and USSD menus, so no internet or app is needed. You can pay a Lipa na M-Pesa Till, send money, buy airtime and check balances from the keypad. Airtel Money and T-Kash work the same way through their own menus on Airtel and Telkom lines. Market traders across Kenya keep a simple phone like the Bontel B2160 as a dedicated payments line, separate from their personal smartphone.
Can the Bontel B2160 run WhatsApp?
No, the Bontel B2160 is a basic keypad phone and is not built for WhatsApp, YouTube or app stores. It is made for calls, SMS, radio, torch and USSD services such as M-Pesa. If you need WhatsApp on a budget, Mascom International stocks the Itel A100c 64GB 2GB smartphone at KSh 8,300, which runs Android apps. Many customers carry both: a smartphone for chats and the Bontel B2160 for calls and the radio, so one battery problem never leaves them unreachable.
Who should buy the Bontel B2160 and who should skip it?
The Bontel B2160 suits traders, night workers, students and anyone who wants a cheap backup phone with a torch and loud radio. It also fits households that need a shared phone for emergencies. Skip it if you want photos or a well-known global brand; the Nokia 3310 at KSh 2,200 brings a 2MP camera and Bluetooth audio. Skip it too if you need 4G calling, where the Itel 8010 4G at KSh 1,700 from Mascom International is the better match.
Technical Specifications
Display
- Compact bar-phone screen above the keypad — shows caller names, SMS and the radio station clearly at arm's length.
- Menu layout follows the familiar keypad-phone pattern — anyone who has used a basic handset finds their way quickly.
- Screen sits directly above the call and end keys — answer, read and reply without shifting your grip.
- Small front panel keeps the body narrow — it slips into a trouser pocket, apron or wallet without bulk.
- No touchscreen to crack or smudge — a practical choice for dusty markets, workshops and building sites.
Processor and Software
- Lightweight keypad operating system — menus respond quickly and the phone starts up in moments.
- Built for calls, SMS, radio and USSD services — nothing runs in the background to drain the battery.
- No app store or social media apps — a deliberate simple phone for focus or for young users.
- SIM toolkit support — opens the Safaricom M-Pesa, Airtel Money and T-Kash menus straight from the phone.
- Simple phonebook and call log — find recent callers and saved numbers in a few key presses.
Memory and Storage
- Built-in memory for contacts, messages and call history — enough for everyday personal or trader use.
- Contacts saved on your SIM card transfer in a few steps from your previous phone.
- Not designed for storing photos, videos or downloads — it is a communication phone first.
- Messages stay on the handset until you delete them, so supplier orders and M-Pesa SMS remain easy to find.
- For storage details beyond the basics, our team can check a unit for you on WhatsApp before you order.
Torch, Radio and Built-in Tools
- Spotlight torch — a focused beam for blackouts, night walks and checking a car engine or meter box.
- Wireless FM radio — tune stations without plugging in earphones and let the loudspeaker play.
- Loudspeaker for radio and calls — useful in a busy shop, kitchen or market stall.
- Physical number keys with clear feedback — dial with gloves, wet hands or dusty fingers.
- Simple handset with few moving parts — fewer things to break when it rides in a pocket on a bumpy matatu.
Battery and Charging
- Strong battery, as printed on the Bontel box — built to last through long days away from a socket.
- Battery comes separately in the box and fits into the back of the handset before first use.
- Low power demand from the simple screen and software helps each charge stretch further.
- Charger included — plug into a standard Kenyan wall socket through the supplied adapter.
- Charge fully before first use, then top up overnight or whenever power returns after an outage.
Connectivity
- Works with standard SIM cards from Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom for calls, SMS and USSD services.
- Voice calls and SMS — the core functions the phone is built around.
- USSD and SIM toolkit — M-Pesa, airtime top-ups and bundle checks without internet.
- FM radio reception without earphones — signal strength varies by location across Kenya.
- Confirm the SIM slot layout with our team on WhatsApp before ordering if you plan to run two lines.
Package Contents
The Bontel B2160 arrives brand new and sealed in its Bontel retail box. Inside are the handset, the battery and a charger, so you can start making calls on the day it arrives. Fit the battery, insert your SIM card and give the phone a full charge first. Earphones are not needed for the radio. If you want a spare charger or a pouch for the phone, ask Mascom International and we will add it to your order.
Warranty
The Bontel B2160 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. If a fault appears, bring the phone and your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk, where our team handles the claim.
Buying the Bontel B2160 from Mascom International
You can collect the Bontel B2160 from Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. The shop opens Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and staff will power it on so you can test the torch, keypad and radio. Colours vary by shipment, so message us on WhatsApp to confirm what is in stock today.
Talk to us any of these ways:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, and towns such as Machakos, Embu, Kitale, Malindi and Bungoma receive them the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Your phone is covered by the 12-month warranty described above.
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