Apple iPhones

The iPhone 17 series: The gap is smaller than ever

Want the fastest processor, the best cameras and the latest features? Then you'll end up with the iPhone 17-series. The big news this year is that Apple has significantly blurred the line between "Pro" and "Standard.

Where before you always paid top dollar for a smooth screen, now even the "regular" iPhone 17 features the beloved 120Hz ProMotion screen. This makes scrolling and gaming feel as smooth on the entry-level model as it does on the Pro. So why even choose the iPhone 17 Pro or Pro Max? Especially for the camera. The Pro models remain exclusively equipped with a telephoto lens for optical zoom, indispensable for those who want to take portraits or concert photos without losing quality.

Pro vs. Standard: What do you really need?

Now that the standard iPhone 17 also has a 120Hz screen, choosing the "Pro" has become purely a choice of specialty. Ask yourself the following questions:

• Do you zoom often? This is the big difference. The Pro models have a dedicated telephoto lens that allows you to optically zoom (2x or 8x with optical quality). The standard iPhone 17 can only zoom digitally (cropping), at the expense of detail.
• Do you want the most upscale finish? The Pro models use an unibody made of aluminum and have slightly thinner screen bezels than the standard iPhone 17.
• Are you a "power user?" For heavy video editing or the very toughest games, the A Pro chip in the more expensive models offers that little extra processing power. For 95% of users, however, the A19 in the standard iPhone 17 is already blazingly fast.

The iPhone Air: Design Revolution in your pocket

In addition to the regular 17 series, Apple has surprised friend and foe this year with the introduction of the iPhone Air. This model is specifically for those who value design over the very highest specifications.

The iPhone Air breaks with the trend of increasingly heavy phones. It is the thinnest and lightest iPhone Apple has ever made. Where the Pro models focus on camera violence, the Air focuses on portability and aesthetics. It has a big screen, but its ultra-slim body means you'll barely feel it in your pocket. Looking for a phone that not only works great, but stands out in terms of Look and comfort? Then the Air is your match.

The smart choice: iPhone 16 & 16e

You don't always have to have the latest of the latest to get a top-notch experience. The iPhone 16 is still one of the most powerful smartphones on the market. Since the launch of the 17 series, this model has dropped significantly in price.

Looking for an even more affordable option with a modern design? Then check out the iPhone 16e. This model offers the modern screen (without thick bezels) and Face ID, but saves on luxury extras that you hardly miss in daily use (WhatsApp, Instagram, calling).

Refurbished iPhones: Good for your wallet AND the planet

Think the price of a brand new iPhone 17 or 16 is too steep? Then a Refurbished iPhone is by far the smartest choice. These aren't "used ones" from Marketplace, but professionally refurbished devices.

With refurbished, an iPhone is checked at more than 50 points, cleaned and where necessary fitted with new parts (such as a new battery or screen). As a result, you get a device that technically functions like new, but for a fraction of the new price. Your savings can be as much as 40%. Plus, with the providers in our comparator, you get a standard 2-year warranty and contribute to a circular economy by reducing e-waste.