Which iPhone should you buy? | 2024-2025 iPhone Buying Guide

From the $1199 iPhone 16 Pro Max to iPhones that can be found second-hand for under $100, there's more choice than ever for those looking to upgrade to a new iPhone. In this guide, we'll determine what iPhone, new or used, is the best purchase for you in 2024 to 2025!

Relevant iPhone Reviews: (more coming soon!)

Timestamps:
0:00 - 2025 iPhone Buying Guide
0:52 - iPhone 16 Pro & 16 Pro Max
3:22 - iPhone 16 & 16 Plus
5:19 - iPhone 15 & 15 Plus
6:22 - iPhone 14 & 14 Plus
8:29 - iPhone SE 3
10:49 - Which iPhone for you?
11:30 - iPhone 13 & 13 Mini
13:05 - Apple Refurbished iPhones
14:12 - Buying Used iPhones
15:03 - iPhone 15 Pro & 15 Pro Max
17:36 - iPhone 14 Pro & 14 Pro Max
18:48 - iPhone 13 Pro & 13 Pro Max
19:59 - iPhone 12 Pro; iPhone 11 Pro
21:36 - iPhone 12 & 12 Mini
23:04 - iPhone SE 2
23:45 - iPhone 11
24:42 - iPhone XS; iPhone XR
25:50 - Final Summary & Recommendations

Music:

[jacksonkuzmic]

I think the 13 pro or 14 pro is the sweet spot for iPhones right now. The 13 pro is really good for around $450 with promotion. The 14 pro for about $500-600 used is also a really good deal as it added a lot of new features like 48mp camera, Dynamic Island, better 5g antenna, always on display and 2000 nits brightness

[YungStinkyWinky]

Finally upgraded from my 12 Mini to an iPhone 16 Pro, and wow what a difference now. Love this thing. Very very happy with it.

Hearing you say "128gb can feel a bit limiting" to someone coming from 64gb and now on 128gb, like nah that's plenty for me :V

[SpaceSentinel]

Finally, I'll know what iPhone to buy in 2025

[geneseetrainselevators]

I have a 14 Pro max still going strong! 93% battery health, 2 day battery life, 120hz refresh, can’t ask for more though I may get the 16 pro max just for the newer better dual 48 MP camera system and the camera button because i am a youtuber and could appreciate the better camera system.

[i_observe]

Literally just ordered an iPhone 15 Pro in exchange for my mum’s iPhone 11. I’m upgrading from a 14. So I’m excited!

[emiel]

Hello Josh, great video as always. I’ve bought an SE 3 in summer 2023 because my iPhone 13 mini took a dive into the toilet. When iPhone 16 was announced, I looked for an iPhone 15 Pro. I bought it cheaper than the iPhone 16 entry level would cost me. I don’t regret it. It’s a fantastic iPhone with more features than the entry level 16. For people out here looking for an iPhone I would recommend searching for deals online. There are many stores that sell iPhone 15 Pro for a great price. Sure, it’s still a lot of money so if you looking for something cheaper, look at the 13 Pro on the secondhand or refurbished market place. The iPhone 13 series still have the best battery life of any iPhone. Good luck 🍀

[jacobshreves]

Still rocking my 13 mini. But I’ll probably get a 17 pro next year.

[erichill]

I was originally upset that my 15 isn’t getting Apple intelligence but then I looked over the feature list and it’s nothing I can’t live without. For example I have never written a text that I wanted to sound more professional. I have ChatGPT-4o access when I need anything AI related.

[jroze]

Picked up a 14 pro on fb a couple weeks ago for $300. Has a hairline crack on the back panel, 128g, fully unlocked of course, couldn’t be happier with the deal I scored. I love that it still has lightning because a lot of companies are doing clearance on them due the the switch to usbc

[BradFord]

My iPhone 11 is still doing the job - I bought it new in 2022 - 89% battery I’m going to wait another year to upgrade

[rtyt]

i bought an iPhone 13 Pro for $699 AUD and it is a great model for those who don't want to spend upwards of $2000 on a phone. It has a great screen and camera and should last me for many years to come. They are great value right now and aren't super different to the 16 series minus the slight camera differences and Ai stuff which I'll never use

[brettvjward]

iPhone SE 2 2020 128GB RAM is a great 2nd phone and runs smoothly on IOS 17.7. The battery runs out quickly with heavy use but charges quickly too! It feels good in the hand but the screen resolution is a bit low and obsolete nowadays, I still like this phone and it fairly cheap too!

[GigaWiiU]

I’ve got to wait until the iPhone 17 Pro until I can actually consider buying the lastest iPhone

[ChristianRogersMoneyBruh]

After 2 years on Android I switched back to the iPhone and got the smaller 16. I’m happy it has the same chip as the pro models, as I buy phones for longevity.

Always look into a good carrier deal

[bradsterplayz]

Regular 15 is the perfect middle ground for an I phone right now

[riqrimoli]

i live in brazil and iphones are extremely expensive here. i got a 14 last month for about 800 dollars (4400 brazilian reais) and the price difference here is insane, so it was the best i could get. im very satisfied so far and plan on keeping it until its no longer supported

[ThVultur]

I have the 15 pro from last year that I got brand new and I traded in my iPhone 11 so I’ll be good until the 19 series. I’m at 95% battery health and I’ve had the phone since October 19 of 2023. I have 249 charge cycles

[yashafurman]

waiting for my blackberry key2 to arrive, its over with iphones

[mountman]

Well done comprehensive review. I'm in NZ & the new 16 phones start at $1600 (non pro models). My 12 mini works well & even easily lasts the day for my use (I have a car with a wireless charge pad). Having just put a small crack in the screen I'll wait to see if the SE4 ever appears & at that time look to get it or a 13 mini with a new battery most likely.

[derKaiser]

Got the 14 pro with 88% battery health. Despite the fact that the 14 pro doesn’t stand out for his battery life, I’ll hold on to it for at least another year.