Short answer
Get the iPhone 16 if you want Apple Intelligence, the Camera Control button and a slightly longer battery life. Get the iPhone 15 if price comes first: same screen size, a 48MP main camera and USB-C. Sell it back after a year and the 16 costs you about $125 more.
With us, the iPhone 15 starts at $300 and the iPhone 16 at $395.
iPhone 15
from $300
132 in stock
Premium from $420 · Value from $300
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iPhone 16
from $395
19 in stock
Value from $395
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At a glance
| iPhone 15 | iPhone 16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Intelligence | No | Yes |
| Chip | A16 Bionic | A18 |
| Battery (video) | up to 20 hrs | up to 22 hrs |
| Buttons | Mute switch | Action button + Camera Control |
| Screen | 6.1 in | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 171 g | 170 g |
| Main camera | 48MP, 2× zoom | 48MP, 2× zoom |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Our price from | $300 | $395 |
Which one is right for you?
Pick the iPhone 15 if…
- you want the lowest price
- you don't need Apple Intelligence
- you mostly call, text, browse and take photos
Pick the iPhone 16 if…
- you want Apple Intelligence
- you'll keep it for a few years
- you'd use the camera button
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.
| 128 GB · Excellent | iPhone 15 | iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
| You pay today | $380 | $540 |
| We buy it back after 1 year (estimate) | − $175 | − $210 |
| Net cost, 1 year | $205 ≈ $17/mo | $330 ≈ $28/mo |
| We buy it back after 2 years (estimate) | − $145 | − $175 |
| Net cost, 2 years | $235 ≈ $10/mo | $365 ≈ $15/mo |
Sell it back after a year and the iPhone 16 costs you $125 more than the iPhone 15.
Sell it back after two years and the iPhone 16 costs you $130 more than the iPhone 15.
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.
Is the iPhone 16 worth the extra?
The biggest difference is Apple Intelligence: the iPhone 16 has it and the iPhone 15 doesn't. If that matters to you, get the 16. If not, the two feel very similar day to day, and the 15 is the better deal. Sell it back after a year and the 16 costs you about $125 more.
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 | iPhone 15 | iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
| PremiumExcellent with battery health 90% or more | $420 | — |
| ExcellentLooks close to new | $380 | — |
| GoodLight marks you only see in direct light | $310 | $470 |
| FairVisible wear, everything works | $305 | $420 |
| ValueOne named issue, shown on the listing (for example No Face ID) | $300 | $395 |
Every phone is tested, unlocked and has its battery health listed before you buy. How we grade
Common questions
Should I get the iPhone 15 or 16?
Get the iPhone 16 if you want Apple Intelligence or plan to keep the phone for several years. Get the iPhone 15 if you mostly call, message, browse and take photos and want to spend less. They have the same size screen and the same 48MP main camera.
What is the price difference between a used iPhone 15 and 16?
With us, the iPhone 15 starts at $300 and the iPhone 16 at $395. Sell it back after a year and the 16 costs you about $125 more. Prices update every night.
Does the iPhone 15 get Apple Intelligence?
No. Apple Intelligence needs an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 16 or newer.
Do both use USB-C?
Yes. Both charge with USB-C.
What battery health will I get?
It's shown on every listing before you buy, as a measured band like 90%+.
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.