Article for context:https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/12/23870522/iphone-15-pro-max-thread-smartphones (Ik that I am talking about multiple companies when I refer to android companies but many singular companies make more innovations in the phone space compared to apple)
Well, if rigidity is what's holding you back, there are some devices out there that won't disappoint . The prices are quite high though, but they've come a long way from their first iteration...
Oh it's far from the only thing. I also prefer smaller and cheaper phones.
I own an iPhone 13 mini and love the form factor. I still remember when this phone would've been considered big.