Best iPhones for 2025 — Quick Guide
Short answer: iPhone 17 is the top pick for most people. If budget isn’t a concern, the iPhone 17 Pro or Pro Max are the best overall. The iPhone Air is the style pick; the iPhone 16e is the budget option; the iPhone 16/16 Plus remain good value for large screens.
Top picks
- iPhone 17 — Best for most people: balance of features and price.
- iPhone 17 Pro / Pro Max — Best if you want the absolute top camera and performance.
- iPhone Air — Best if design and style matter most.
- iPhone 16e — Best budget new iPhone.
- iPhone 16 / 16 Plus — Good large-screen options at reduced prices vs. Pro Max.
Timing & buying tips
- Buy when you need a phone. If you want your iPhone to stay “current” longest, upgrade in late September when Apple usually announces new core models.
- Apple rarely discounts new unlocked phones; look to carriers or wait for Apple to lower last-gen prices when new models launch.
- Most users keep iPhones 2–4 years; battery replacements around year 3–4 are common.
Quick availability & links
Amazon search (affiliate links):
- iPhone 17 — Search iPhone 17 on Amazon
- iPhone 17 Pro — Search iPhone 17 Pro on Amazon
- iPhone 17 Pro Max — Search iPhone 17 Pro Max on Amazon
- iPhone 16 — Search iPhone 16 on Amazon
- iPhone 16e — Search iPhone 16e on Amazon
Official Apple product pages:
FAQ highlights
- When to buy: buy when you need it; new models usually arrive in late September.
- How long iPhones last: typically 2–4 years of use; software support often extends much longer.
- How to check model: Settings > General > About, or check model number on the device.
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