Rugged smartphones can take a hit. You can take them with you to the construction site or an adventure outdoors without worries. These ruggedized phones don't easily break when you drop them. They can also withstand water, dust, and mud. Otherwise, a rugged smartphone is just like you expect from a phone. These robust phones have cameras, internet, and they run on the Android operating system. Ruggedized smartphones are SIM free, so you can use them in combination with a phone plan from any provider.