iPhone buying guide
Which iPhone should I buy? Compare them side by side.
Every iPhone we sell is tested on 100+ M360 checks, comes with a 12-month warranty and free next-day delivery. Here is how the models compare, with today's prices.
Quick picks
Newer than iPhone 13, with Crash Detection and Emergency SOS via satellite, for a similar price.
from £239Best for most peopleiPhone 15USB-C, Dynamic Island and a 48MP camera. Charges with the same cable as most new gadgets.
from £340Best cameraiPhone 16 Pro5x zoom, a 48MP ultra wide and the smoothest 120Hz screen.
from £650Lowest priceiPhone 12Face ID, 5G and an OLED screen at one of our lowest prices.
from £159Compare every model
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 iPhone SE (2022)
Released 2022
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 iPhone 12
Released 2020
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 iPhone 13
Released 2021
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 iPhone 14
Released 2022
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 iPhone 15
Released 2023
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 iPhone 15 Pro
Released 2023
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 iPhone 16 Pro
Released 2024
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 iPhone 17
Released 2025
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| Our price | from £180Launched at £419Shop | from £159Launched at £799Shop | from £245Launched at £779Shop | from £239Launched at £849Shop | from £340Launched at £799Shop | from £670Launched at £999Shop | from £650Launched at £999Shop | from £669Launched at £799Shop |
| Best for | Compact size, home button and Touch ID | The lowest price for Face ID and 5G | A proven all-rounder | Satellite SOS and Crash Detection | USB-C and a 48MP camera | Pro cameras and Apple Intelligence | The best camera we sell | The newest, with the longest battery |
| Screen | 4.7" LCD | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" OLED, Dynamic Island | 6.1" OLED, 120Hz ProMotion, always-on | 6.3" OLED, 120Hz ProMotion, always-on | 6.3" OLED, 120Hz ProMotion, always-on |
| Chip | A15 Bionic | A14 Bionic | A15 Bionic | A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) | A16 Bionic | A17 Pro | A18 Pro | A19 |
| Rear cameras | 12MP single | 12MP wide + ultra wide | 12MP wide + ultra wide | 12MP wide + ultra wide | 48MP main + ultra wide | 48MP main + ultra wide + 3x telephoto | 48MP main + 48MP ultra wide + 5x telephoto | 48MP main + 48MP ultra wide |
| Battery video playback, when new | Up to 15 hours | Up to 17 hours | Up to 19 hours | Up to 20 hours | Up to 20 hours | Up to 23 hours | Up to 27 hours | Up to 30 hours |
| Charging port | Lightning | Lightning | Lightning | Lightning | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C |
| Unlock | Touch ID | Face ID | Face ID | Face ID | Face ID | Face ID | Face ID | Face ID |
| 5G | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Apple Intelligence | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Battery figures are Apple's video playback times for a new phone. Refurbished phones from us have at least 80% battery health (90% on Premium), or choose a brand-new battery on any phone page.
Questions people ask
Is an older iPhone still worth buying?
Yes. Apple keeps iPhones updated for many years, and every model on this page runs the latest version of iOS at the time of writing. An iPhone 13 or 14 handles everyday apps, photos and video easily, for a fraction of the price of a new phone.
Lightning or USB-C: does it matter?
iPhone 15 and newer use USB-C, the same cable as most Android phones, iPads, laptops and headphones. iPhone 14 and older use Apple's Lightning cable. Both come with a compatible cable in the box.
What is Apple Intelligence?
Apple's AI features, such as writing tools, smarter Siri, photo clean-up and notification summaries. It needs iPhone 15 Pro or newer. If you don't plan to use AI features, an older model will save you money.
Which grade should I choose?
Every grade works perfectly and passes the same tests. The grade only describes how the outside looks. Premium and Excellent look almost new, Good has light signs of use, and Fair shows visible marks for the lowest price. See real photos of each grade.
Physical SIM or eSIM?
Most of our iPhones take both a SIM card and eSIM. Some are eSIM only and are usually cheaper. You choose on the phone page. Read our SIM and eSIM guide.
Still not sure?
Our team in Manchester is happy to help you choose. Call +44 161 564 7767 (Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm) or email info@refurbxpress.co.uk.
