If you're looking to buy a new iPhone but don't want the iPhone 17, it can be hard to find something on a tighter budget. Sure, Apple offers the iPhone 16e for $599 — but not everyone finds that phone appealing. Luckily, there are plenty of great iPhone options if you're looking to buy used, and here are five great options for a variety of needs.
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If you're looking for premium features like a ProMotion display, Apple Intelligence, and a telephoto lens, the iPhone 15 Pro is arguably the best overall choice, as long as your budget allows. It runs the A17 Pro (which is still used in the latest generation iPad mini), making it great for Apple Intelligence features and providing plenty of power for years to come.
If you want the most affordable iPhone with USB-C or Dynamic Island, the iPhone 15 is a great choice. You get a nice 48MP camera sensor, and if you like the physical mute switch, the iPhone 15 is the last iPhone to offer it. The battery life is excellent, and it comes in an attractive range of colors.
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If you're a fan of small phones, the iPhone 13 mini remains the best option for you, as Apple has decided to stop making smaller iPhones. It's still quite capable with the A15 Bionic chip, although you'll have to live with the Lightning charging port. Thanks to its excellent 800 nit OLED display and camera system, this phone shouldn't look too old, despite being four years old. The iPhone 13 mini costs around $260 in the 128GB configuration, making it one of the cheapest iPhones you can get on this list.
Conversely, if you want the most affordable large iPhone (at least, one that isn't too old), the iPhone 14 Plus remains the best overall choice. It has a strong camera system and even stronger battery life, with a strong range of colors, including a stunning yellow finish. This phone succeeds the aforementioned iPhone 13 mini. There's not much to say about the iPhone 14 Plus — it's just a solid device that will do everything you'd want from an iPhone with a larger screen. Right now, you can get it for around $349 on Amazon Renewed, making it a great option.
As an honorable mention, you can also consider the iPhone 13 Pro Max, which offers premium features like ProMotion, a telephoto camera, and a stainless steel build. These cost around $437 for 128GB.
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Finally, the iPhone SE 3.It has an A15 chip and 5G, making it a phone fit for 2025, though it comes in a much older form factor. You'll still get a 4.7-inch LCD display and a home button, like the iPhone 8. You'll also only get a single rear camera. However, if you want your iPhone to do just the basics, the iPhone SE 3 can be found at a very low price. For just $149, you can get an iPhone SE 3 on Amazon Renewed. If you want an iPhone, this is the cheapest you'll find. The 64GB of storage can be a bit limited, so you can opt for the 128GB for $192 if you think that'll work better for you.
