Perhaps the smartest buy right now. Now that the iPhone 17 is out, the iPhone 16 has dropped in price, while its performance is barely inferior. You get the powerful A18 chip, full support for Apple Intelligence, and the innovative Camera Control. Top-class technology at a fair price.
The 'sweet spot' in our range
The iPhone 16 introduced the features that have now become the standard. It was the first iPhone with a physical camera button on all models and the first to be built entirely around AI. If you choose the 16, you are guaranteed years of updates and speed.
- Best for: Those who want a modern iPhone but find the premium price of the 17 too exorbitant.
- Design: Features the Action Button and Camera Control.
- Camera: 48MP Fusion camera for razor-sharp photos.
- Battery: Lasts significantly longer than the iPhone 15.
- Best for: Photographers and users who want 120Hz (ProMotion).
- Titanium: Strong, light, and still looks brand new.
- Camera: Has the 5x optical zoom that was missing in the 15 Pro.
- Screen: Larger 6.3" and 6.9" screens with thin bezels.
- What is it? The touch-sensitive button on the side.
- Unique: This was the major innovation of the 16 series.
- Usage: Focus, zoom, and click as if holding a real camera.
- Advantage: You no longer need to touch the screen to zoom.
Why choose the iPhone 16 in 2026?
The difference between smartphone generations is becoming smaller and smaller. The iPhone 16 is still lightning-fast, takes fantastic photos, and supports the same AI features as the latest models. By opting for a refurbished iPhone 16 instead of a new 17, you save hundreds of euros that you can spend on other fun things, without compromising on the experience.