iPhone 16 Prices Compared
The iPhone 16 starts at $799 for the 128GB base model, rising to $1,199 for the iPhone 16 Plus 512GB. Apple, Best Buy, and carrier deals (especially trade-in offers) regularly undercut each other by $50–$200.
About iPhone 16
Popular models: iPhone 16 (128GB, $799), iPhone 16 Plus (128GB, $899), iPhone 16 Pro (128GB, $999), and iPhone 16 Pro Max (256GB, $1,199). All run Apple's A18 chip.
Best deal: Carrier trade-in promos at T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T routinely offer $400–$830 off when trading in an older iPhone — the single biggest discount available on a new device.
Premium pick: The iPhone 16 Pro Max at $1,199 adds a titanium frame, 5x optical zoom, and a larger 6.9-inch display. Worth it for photographers; overkill for most users.
iPhone 16 model comparison
iPhone 16 (128GB, $799) — The standard choice. A18 chip, Action button, Camera Control, dual rear cameras. Best for most people upgrading from iPhone 13 or older.
iPhone 16 Plus (128GB, $899) — Identical to the base model but with a 6.7-inch display and significantly longer battery life. Best for big-screen users.
iPhone 16 Pro (128GB, $999) — Adds ProMotion 120Hz, 5x telephoto zoom, A18 Pro chip, and titanium frame. Worth the $200 premium if you care about camera quality.
iPhone 16 Pro Max (256GB, $1,199) — The 6.9-inch flagship. Longest battery of any iPhone, best camera system. Hard to justify over the Pro for most buyers.
Where to buy iPhone 16 cheapest
Carrier trade-in deals (T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T) regularly offer $400–$830 off when trading in an iPhone 12 or newer — the biggest discount available on a new device. For unlocked models, Amazon and Best Buy frequently match Apple's price and offer no-interest financing. The live comparison above shows current prices across all major retailers.