Short answer
For most people the 16 Pro is worth the upgrade, mainly for the battery. It lasts about 4 hours longer on video, and 84% of our 16 Pros have battery health of 90% or more, against 33% of our 15 Pros. Sell it back after a year and it costs you about $90 more than a 15 Pro.
With us, the 15 Pro starts at $360 and the 16 Pro at $460.
iPhone 15 Pro
from $360
87 in stock
Premium from $430 · Value from $360
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iPhone 16 Pro
from $460
301 in stock
Premium from $495 · Value from $460
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At a glance
| 15 Pro | 16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery (video) | up to 23 hrs | up to 27 hrs |
| Screen | 6.1 in | 6.3 in |
| Chip | A17 Pro | A18 Pro |
| Zoom | 3× | 5× |
| Ultra wide camera | 12MP | 48MP |
| Camera button | No | Yes |
| Apple Intelligence | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 187 g | 199 g |
| Our price from | $360 | $460 |
Which one is right for you?
Pick the 15 Pro if…
- you want the lowest price for a Pro
- you like a smaller, lighter phone
- you charge every night and don't push the battery
Pick the 16 Pro if…
- battery life matters to you
- you'll keep it for a year or more
- you zoom a lot (5× vs 3×)
What it really costs you
It's yours
You own the phone outright. There's no contract and nothing to hand back.
Sell it back when you want
After 1 year, 2 years or never. We'll always make you an offer.
Unlike a lease
With a lease or upgrade plan you return the phone and never own it.
| 256 GB · Excellent | 15 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| You pay today | $525 | $685 |
| We buy it back after 1 year (estimate) | − $255 | − $325 |
| Net cost, 1 year | $270 ≈ $22/mo | $360 ≈ $30/mo |
| We buy it back after 2 years (estimate) | − $230 | − $255 |
| Net cost, 2 years | $295 ≈ $12/mo | $430 ≈ $18/mo |
Sell it back after a year and the 16 Pro costs you $90 more than the 15 Pro.
Sell it back after two years and the 16 Pro costs you $135 more than the 15 Pro.
Estimate based on what we pay today for the same phone one or two years older, in Good condition. Your actual offer depends on its condition when you send it in. Prices update every night.
Why the battery tips it
A battery wears a little with every charge. A 15 Pro has had a year more use than a 16 Pro, so it is more likely to have lost some capacity: 33% of the 15 Pros we have now are at 90% battery health or better, against 84% of the 16 Pros. The 16 Pro also starts with a bigger battery, rated for about 4 more hours of video. Put together, a used 16 Pro will usually get you through a full day with more to spare, and it will keep doing that for longer. For about $90 more over a year, that's the upgrade most people notice.
Battery health on phones we have now
Share of phones in stock with battery health of 90% or higher.
Which grade should you get?
| Price from | 15 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| ExcellentLooks close to new | $480 | $615 |
| GoodLight marks you only see in direct light | $455 | $555 |
| FairVisible wear, everything works | $430 | $495 |
| ValueOne named issue, shown on the listing (for example No Face ID) | $360 | $460 |
Every phone is tested, unlocked and has its battery health listed before you buy. How we grade
Common questions
Is the 15 Pro's battery worse?
It's a year older, so it has usually been charged more. Of the phones we have now, 33% of 15 Pros and 84% of 16 Pros have battery health of 90% or more. Every listing shows the measured battery band before you buy.
Do both get Apple Intelligence?
Yes. Both have 8 GB of memory and get Apple Intelligence.
What does the camera button do?
The 16 Pro has a Camera Control button on the side that opens the camera and lets you zoom and take photos. The 15 Pro doesn't have it.
Can I sell it back to you later?
Yes. Whenever you want, we'll make you an offer. You can also trade in your current phone when you buy: you get an offer on the product page and we send a free shipping label.
Is it unlocked, and is there a warranty?
Every phone is unlocked, comes with a 12-month warranty and can be returned within 30 days.