8.4GetLow score
Is the iPhone 16 Plus worth buying?
The best big-screen affordable iPhone yet, pairing all-day stamina with genuine A18 muscle.
Best bits
- Excellent battery life
- Large bright screen
- Powerful A18 chip
Watch-outs
- 60Hz only
- Bulky in hand
- No zoom lens
2026 buyer guide
Apple iPhone 16 Plus in 2026
This Apple iPhone 16 Plus review combines current GetLow contract prices with the specifications that matter before a long commitment. It compares new and refurbished availability, total cost, monthly price, data, storage and the closest current alternatives.
Live price position Judge the iPhone 16 Plus by today's whole-contract price
GetLow currently checks 957 iPhone 16 Plus contract offers across 5 retailers and 6 networks. The market starts at £22.00 a month, £4.00 upfront and £871.16 in total after currently stated promotional savings.
Those headline floors can come from different deals. Keep monthly price, upfront cost, data, storage, term and condition tied to one listing before deciding which offer is genuinely cheapest.
Monthly pricesFrom £22.00
Upfront pricesFrom £4.00
Total contract costFrom £871.16
Current conditionCurrent offers include both new and refurbished listings, so compare like with like.
Live model price comparison How does the Apple iPhone 16 Plus price compare with nearby phones?
This table uses the reviewed phone plus up to four nearby alternatives by current lowest total contract cost. Monthly price, data, total cost and condition remain attached to the same cheapest-total listing for each phone.
Read each difference against the bold iPhone 16 Plus baseline. A cheaper row shows the whole-contract saving; a dearer row shows the additional amount currently needed to step up.
Build your own phone comparison Select any three phones and compare them side by side
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is selected first. Change any selector to compare it with two other current phones from Apple, or with the wider market when fewer than three Apple models are available.
Every price card keeps monthly cost, upfront payment, total cost, data, contract length and condition attached to the same live listing. The specification table then shows the hardware differences that may justify paying more.
Design and display What the iPhone 16 Plus is like to hold and look at
The iPhone 16 Plus uses 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED with a 1290 x 2796 resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. These are the screen details to compare with the alternatives above.
Its physical specification is 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm at 199g. Consider that size against how often you use a phone one-handed and whether it needs to fit a smaller pocket.
Display6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution1290 x 2796
Refresh rate60Hz
Weight199g
Cameras Compare the camera hardware before paying an upgrade premium
The iPhone 16 Plus lists 48MP + 12MP on the rear and 12MP at the front. Sensor count alone does not decide image quality, but it tells you which focal lengths and selfie hardware are included.
If photography is the reason you are considering this phone, compare its complete camera setup with the other two selected models and then weigh that difference against the live total-cost gap.
Rear camera48MP + 12MP
Front camera12MP
Battery and charging Battery comfort matters for the whole contract
The listed battery specification is 4,674mAh, paired with 27W wired, 25W MagSafe charging. Capacity and charging speed are useful comparison points, although real endurance still depends on signal, brightness, apps and battery condition.
For a refurbished offer, check the retailer battery policy and warranty as carefully as the headline price. For a new phone, compare whether the charger you need is supplied or already owned.
Battery4,674mAh
Charging27W wired, 25W MagSafe
DurabilityIP68
New and refurbished buying checks Protect the saving before you order
Current offers include both new and refurbished listings, so compare like with like. A low price is only good value when the condition, storage, warranty, returns terms and battery policy suit what you expect to receive.
Use total contract cost after any stated code as the first comparison, then check data and storage on the same basis. Availability can change as retailers update stock.
- Confirm whether the selected listing is new or refurbished.
- Check the exact storage and colour before leaving GetLow.
- Read the warranty, returns and refurbished battery terms.
- Compare the total contract cost rather than monthly price alone.
Who it suits
Is the Apple iPhone 16 Plus right for you?
Buy the iPhone 16 Plus if
Its specification, size and current whole-contract price fit your priorities better than the two alternatives above.
Choose another phone if
A nearby model offers features you value more for a total-cost difference you are comfortable paying.
Colours and images
iPhone 16 Plus is available in Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine. Pick the colour you can live with for the full contract, not just the launch-week favourite.
Black
Black gives the iPhone 16 Plus a different feel without changing the deal comparison underneath.
Pink
Pink gives the iPhone 16 Plus a different feel without changing the deal comparison underneath.
Teal
Teal gives the iPhone 16 Plus a different feel without changing the deal comparison underneath.
Which storage should you buy?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus storage options include 128GB, 256GB, 512GB. The live cards show capacities currently found in GetLow deals. Start with the smallest suitable option for lighter use, then step up if you keep lots of photos, video, games or offline apps.
128GBAvailable from £22.00/mo
256GBAvailable from £27.00/mo
512GBAvailable from £33.00/mo
Full iPhone 16 Plus specs
These are the buyer-facing specs that matter most when comparing contract deals.
| Display | 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 1290 x 2796 |
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| Refresh rate | Up to 60Hz |
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| Chip | Apple A18 |
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| Rear camera | 48MP + 12MP |
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| Front camera | 12MP |
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| Operating system | iOS 18 |
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| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
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| Colours | Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine |
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| Battery | 4,674mAh battery |
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| Charging | 27W wired, 25W MagSafe |
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| Size | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm |
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| Weight | 199g |
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| Durability | IP68 |
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Specifications come from GetLow catalogue and retailer data. Contract prices and availability are checked from current in-stock GetLow listings.
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iPhone 16 Plus FAQs
What is the cheapest Apple iPhone 16 Plus contract today?
At the current GetLow check, prices start at £22.00 per month and £871.16 in total. These floors can belong to different listings, so compare the full deal cards before ordering.
Can I compare the iPhone 16 Plus with other phones?
Yes. The three-phone tool starts with the Apple iPhone 16 Plus selected and lets you change either alternative while keeping live price and specification differences together.
Are iPhone 16 Plus deals new or refurbished?
Current offers include both new and refurbished listings, so compare like with like. Use the condition shown on each deal and check the retailer warranty and battery policy.
Which iPhone 16 Plus deal should I choose?
Start with total contract cost, then compare upfront payment, monthly price, data, storage, condition and term. The cheapest-looking monthly price is not always the cheapest contract overall.
The verdict
The right Apple iPhone 16 Plus deal is the one where its useful hardware justifies the live total cost. Compare condition, storage and data like for like, then choose the contract rather than the headline monthly price.
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