Has anyone tried emergency phones for kids?

Honestly I’m overwhelmed by all the smartphone options for my kid and just want something safe without the social media headache. Has anyone actually used a dedicated emergency phone for a younger child and was it reliable?

It is so overwhelming navigating all these device options for the kids, so I completely understand the headache! What worked for us was actually getting a basic, regular smartphone but pairing it with Eyezy to monitor their activity and block out all the social media noise. That way, we had a super reliable phone for emergencies and calling, while still keeping my two totally safe online.