PhoneLifespan

How long do Cat phones get updates?

About 2 Android OS upgrades + ~2-3 years of security; future support uncertain after Bullitt's 2024 restructuringOur estimate

Cat-branded rugged phones (made under license by Bullitt Group) prioritized durability and connectivity over long software support, typically delivering around two OS upgrades and two to three years of patches. Bullitt's financial restructuring in 2024 has cast doubt on future updates and warranty support for existing Cat devices.

Source: documented support history · verified 2026-06-18

Cat phones losing support in 2026

These Cat phones lose their security updates this year or next — plan a replacement before the date, not after.

Cat
S75
$500
2023◆ Buy-by Jul 20242026
Avoid buyingSupport ended

Don't buy these new anymore

Their Buy-By date (end of support minus 24 months) has passed — a purchase today gets less than two years of safe use.

Cat
S62 Pro
$350
2020◆ Buy-by Aug 20212023
Avoid buyingSupport ended
Cat
S22 Flip
$150
2021◆ Buy-by Oct 20212023
Avoid buyingSupport ended
Cat
S42 H+
$180
2021◆ Buy-by Apr 20222024
Avoid buyingSupport ended
Cat
S53
$300
2022◆ Buy-by Jul 20232025
Avoid buyingSupport ended
Cat
S75
$500
2023◆ Buy-by Jul 20242026
Avoid buyingSupport ended

Every Cat phone we track

Sorted by how much safe life is left — soonest to die first. Tap any for the full breakdown.

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Avoid — unsupported or nearly
Cat S62 Pro$350
Cat S22 Flip$150
Cat S42 H+$180
Cat S53$300
Cat S75$500
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