Even as the best Android phones often improved performance and features, Apple's iPhone still sets the standard for the smartphone market. The latest iPhones frequently rank among the best phones available. But which iPhone should you get?
We think the iPhone XS Max is the best iPhone, thanks to its industry-leading performance and expansive display. Those looking to save on their smartphone purchase should consider the iPhone XR, which delivers many of the same features you'll find in Apple's pricier iPhones for hundreds of dollars less.
But there are lots of other iPhones available, including older models that are cheaper. Here's a closer look at all of the best iPhones you can buy now.
The best iPhone you can buy
Rating: 4.5/5 stars
Screen Size: 6.5-inch OLED (2688 x 1242 resolution) | Processor: A12 Bionic | Cameras: Dual 12MP wide (ƒ/1.8) and telephoto (ƒ/2.4)/ 7MP front (ƒ/2.2) | RAM/Storage: 4GB/64GB, 256GB, 512GB
Pros: Beautiful OLED screen; Superfast A12 Bionic processor; Above average battery life; Improved cameras with Smart HDR and bokeh effects
Cons: Expensive; Only 64GB of storage in base model; Fast-charging requires additional purchase
The iPhone XS Max is Apple's largest phone with a 6.5-inch OLED screen packed into a 6.2 x 3.1 x 0.3-inch frame. And this is a case where bigger definitely translates to better. The extra screen real estate makes for more immersive experiences with apps, and the dull rear cameras on the back of the phone capture sharp, detailed images (even if they can't quite measure up to what the Pixel 3 can do in low-light settings).
Like all Apple phones that came out in 2018, the XS Max runs on the A12 Bionic process, the fastest mobile chip we've seen in action. So this is a powerhouse phone that can help you get more done. Productivity mavens will particularly appreciate using split-view to run some Apple apps on the XS Max's massive screen at the same time. Battery life is good, at 10 hours, 38 minutes on our test, though the iPhon XR lasts longer. Overall, this is the best iPhone you can get — and the best smartphone currently available.
The best iPhone for those looking for something more compact
Weight: 174g | Dimensions: 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7mm | OS: iOS 12 | Screen size: 5.8-inch | Resolution: 1125 x 2436 | CPU: A12 Bionic | RAM: 4GB | Storage: 64/256/512GB | Battery: 2,659mAh | Rear camera: 12MP+12MP | Front camera: 7MP
- Smart HDR helps the camera
- Faster operation in one hand vs Max
- Battery life not world-beating
- Still very expensive
Believe it or not, the iPhone XS is Apple's best 'small' phone. It has a 5.8-inch screen, so it's more one-hand-friendly than the Max, but still a sizable upgrade for some people.
It's an upgrade over last year's iPhone X, our previous best iPhone recommendation, though you'll have to look more closely for the changes – the design isn't different at all. It has a Smart HDR-capable 12MP camera, enhanced TrueDepth front-facing camera, and a fast A12 Bionic chipset, exactly like the larger iPhone XS Max.
In fact, this all-screen phone is pretty much the iPhone XS Max in last year's smaller form factor. It does have a smaller battery than the Max and obviously a smaller screen, but you will still capture the same great photos and videos on this device and play the same games. There's no different there.
The best iPhone for the money
Rating: 4.5/5 stars
Screen Size: 6.1-inch LCD (1792 x 828) | Processor: A12 Bionic | Cameras: 12MP (f/1.8)/ 7MP front (2.2) | RAM/Storage: 3GB/64GB, 128GB, 256GB
Pros: Very long battery; Lower starting price than iPhone XS and XS Max; Same powerful processor as those phones; LCD screen is big and bright
Cons: No 2x optical zoom; bigger bezels than iPhone XS and XS Max
The iPhone XR is proof you don't have to pay top dollar to get Apple's flagship phone. Apple's 6.1-inch model costs $250 less than the iPhone XS, without requiring too many tradeoffs for the lower price tag. The XR has an LCD panel, not the OLED screen found in the more expensive iPhones, and you'll have to make due with just a single rear camera. But for many users, those won't be significant sacrifices, especially in light of what you get in return.
The iPhone XR runs on the same best-in-class A12 Bionic processor that powers the iPhone XS and XS Max. The iPhone XR also gets the best battery life of any iPhone we've ever tested, lasting 11 hours, 26 minutes on our battery test. And if you value design, you'll appreciate the rainbow of colors the iPhone XR comes in. The iPhone XR isn't very compact, but it delivers the right balance of price and performance among Apple's current flagships.
The iPhone that changed the range
Weight: 174g | Dimensions: 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7mm | OS: iOS 11 | Screen size: 5.8-inch | Resolution: 1125 x 2436 | CPU: A11 Bionic | RAM: 3GB | Storage: 64/256GB | Battery: 2,716mAh | Rear camera: 12MP+12MP | Front camera: 7MP
-Brilliant screen
-Powerful innards
-Smart TrueDepth camera
-Incredibly expensive
The iPhone X is as impressive as it is expensive, but if you really want the best iPhone today and don't want to wait for the iPhone XI, this is the one to get today. Millions of Apple fans already have since it launched almost seven months ago. It's the future of Apple's smartphone.
It has a large all-screen display, except for a notch cutout at the top that houses a new TrueDepth Camera. This takes selfies to another level and can also map your face to an iPhone X-exclusive Animoji. If you don't know what that is by now you probably won't care.
The iPhone X is Apple's 10th anniversary smartphone and has just about everything iPhone users have been asking for, from a more forward-leaning design to faster specs and new features. You'll just have to get used to Face ID instead of reaching for that non-existent fingerprint sensor.
Good price for dual cameras
Rating: 4.5/5 stars
Screen Size: 5.5-inch LCD (1920 x 1080) | Processor: A11 Bionic | Cameras: Dual 12MP wide (ƒ/1.8) and telephoto (ƒ/2.8)/ 7MP front (ƒ/2.2) | RAM/Storage: 3GB/64GB, 256GB
Pros: Good dual rear cameras with optical zoom and portrait mode features; A11 Bionic processor still performs well; Less expensive than newer iPhones; Impressive battery life
Cons: Dated design; Fast wireless charging costs extra
The iPhone 8 Plus may have debuted in fall 2017, but it's your best bet if Apple's current lineup of notched display phones don't set your heart racing. You won't get the latest and greatest processor in the 8 Plus, but the A11 Fusion CPU still packs some performance punch. You'll also lose out on features like Face ID unlocking and Animoji, which are only possible with the TrueDepth front camera on Apple's newer phones.
But the iPhone 8 Plus does offer two rear cameras capable of pulling off superior portrait effects. This model also supports lighting effects, which Apple introduced to its 2017 iPhones. Best of all, opting for the iPhone 8 Plus gives you a way of beating the high cost of iPhones, with the phone available for $699, which is cheaper than the iPhone XR.
The newest 4.7-inch iPhone is a phone lots of people still want
Weight: 148g | Dimensions: 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3mm | OS: iOS 11 | Screen size: 4.7-inch | Resolution: 750 x 1334 | CPU: A11 Bionic | RAM: 2GB | Storage: 64/256GB | Battery: 1,821mAh | Rear camera: 12MP | Front camera: 7MP
-Wireless charging is useful
-Camera is great at point-and-shoot
-Limited upgrade over iPhone 7
-Bezel-heavy design looks dated
This is actually the best-selling iPhone from Apple, and for several good reasons. First, we get it, you refuse to budge from the 4.7-inch iPhone screen size and, frankly, we don't blame you. Every time we go back to this iPhone with 'normal' dimensions, we feel like we just went on a smartphone vacation. Second, its price is way more reasonable for a lot a folks than the iPhone X and iPhone 8 Plus.
Just because the size is the same as iPhones of old, doesn't mean the technology behind it is, though. The iPhone 8 features the same A11 Bionic chipset as the iPhone 8 Plus and the iPhone X, and it too debuted wireless charging and fast charging on an Apple smartphone.
The camera is still fantastic, even if it doesn't have the dual-lens capabilities that are exclusive to the X and Plus, and you'll dig iOS 11 at this size more so than the even smaller iPhone SE.
2016's best iPhone, for a lower price
Weight: 188g | Dimensions: 158.2 x 77.9 x 7.3mm | OS: iOS 11 | Screen size: 5.5-inch | Resolution: 1080 x 1920 | CPU: A10 Fusion | RAM: 3GB | Storage: 32/128/256GB | Battery: 2,900mAh | Rear camera: 12MP+12MP | Front camera: 7MP
-Heaps of power for slick performance
-Excellent camera
-Very expensive
-No headphone jack
Back in 2016 the iPhone 7 Plus was the best phone Apple had ever made, and it remains a winner for its longevity and price. It's larger than the iPhone X though despite its smaller display, so if you're after a smaller phone with a bigger screen, this won't be the best choice for you with its 5.5-inch 1080p display.
The big upgrades over older iPhones are the waterproof design and a new dual-lens camera that allows you to snap with two 12MP lenses at the same time. It allows for better optical zoom as well as a bokeh mode to blur the background of your photos and put the main focus on the foreground.
Battery life on the iPhone 7 Plus is much improved upon the iPhone 6S Plus, and while it's still a costly option it's much cheaper than it was at launch, making it one of the best iPhone choices for people looking for a deal.
A good value--and the best iPhone for kids.
Rating: 4.5/5 stars
Screen Size: 4.7-inch LCD (1334 x 750) | Processor: A10 Fusion | Cameras: 12MP (f/1.8)/ 7MP front (2.2) | RAM/Storage: 2GB/32GB, 128GB
Pros: Lowest price iPhone; Runs iOS 12; Pretty good camera
Cons: Aging processor; Base model skimps on storage; Low-resolution screen
It may be more than two years old at this point, but there's still value to be had with the iPhone 7. Starting at $449, the iPhone 7 is a great entry option into the iOS universe, since it can run iOS 12 without breaking a sweat. This is the handset to get when you're ready to trust your teenager with a smartphone and a cheap Android phone simply won't do.
The older A10 Fusion found inside of the iPhone 7 is still capable of handling most apps you throw at it, including the latest games. If there's a knock against the iPhone 7, it's that the 4.7-inch LCD screen looks out of place in an age where displays now stretch from edge to edge. Still, some will appreciate the more compact size, now that the iPhone SE has disappeared from Apple's phone lineup.
What iPhones Cost
Apple's most recent iPhones start at $749 (N270,000) for the iPhone XR, with prices spiking upward for the iPhone XS $999 (N360,000) and iPhone XS Max $1,099 (N397,000). Those base prices get you a phone with 64GB of storage. If you want more capacity, be prepared to for that price tag to go up. A 256GB iPhone XS will cost you $1,149 (N414,000), for example, while the 512GB model brings the price to $1,349 (N405,000).
When Apple releases new iPhones, it cuts the price on the models it keeps around. The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus cost $150 and $50 less than the iPhone XR, while the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus are even cheaper.
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