By Nick Gelling
Product Test Journalist | Kaipūrongo Whakamātautau Hautaonga
Got an old iPhone that’s slowed to a crawl or stopped receiving updates? We can help you choose a replacement.
There are seven iPhone models currently available new from Apple’s online store:
iPhone 17
iPhone Air
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone 17e
iPhone 16
iPhone 16 Plus
We’ve independently tested all seven in our lab, and we think five of them are worth considering for different reasons (and two are a bit pointless). It all depends on what you’ll use your phone for and how much you want to spend.
Which iPhone should you buy?
The two iPhones we wouldn’t buy new in 2026
What about an Android phone?
If you’re not fully committed to Apple’s sprawling ecosystem, a change of phone can be a good trigger to escape to less restrictive alternatives.
An Android phone from a brand like Samsung or Oppo will be more compatible with software from Google, which might run your smart TV or in-car display, for example.
Browse our mobile phone reviews to find the Android phones that performed the best in our lab.
Looking for a new phone?
Find the best mobile phone for you with our buying guide and test results for 73 current and 114 discontinued models.
