The iPhone 17 brings a 120Hz screen and two 48MP rear cameras to the standard model. Start here if you want a current iPhone without paying extra for the Pro zoom camera.
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iPhone 17 at a glance
8.5/10GetLow rating
Our take, in a number
Provisional · Specification-based
The 120Hz screen, 256GB starting storage and main-plus-ultrawide camera package make the standard 17 particularly well balanced on paper. Buyers who need a dedicated zoom camera still have a reason to look at the Pro.
Why this rating?
GetLow editorial assessment, . We weigh the published features, practical compromises, intended buyer and value proposition described in this guide. This is a qualitative judgement, not a calculated benchmark or customer average.
9–10: exceptional on paper; 8–8.5: a strong shortlist choice; 7–7.5: good for the right buyer; 5–6.5: substantial compromises; 1–4.5: difficult to recommend.
We have not hands-on tested this phone. Real-world speed, photo quality and battery endurance are not proven by this score. Basic and accessibility phones are judged for their intended use, not as flagship substitutes. For refurbished phones, the score describes the model, not the condition or battery of an individual unit. A score is not a rating of every contract: compare the current total cost separately.
Everyday photos, messaging and video in a smaller 6.3-inch phone.
What to weigh up
There is no dedicated telephoto camera. The Pro is more versatile when you cannot get closer to your subject.
Worth the upgrade?
Coming from the regular iPhone 16? The 120Hz display can make scrolling look smoother. That is a clearer everyday change than a chip name alone.
About this guide: GetLow explains published specifications and compares UK contract listings. It is not a hands-on laboratory test. Battery and charging figures depend on the manufacturer's test conditions; everyday results vary.
The iPhone 17 brings a 120Hz screen and two 48MP rear cameras to the standard model. Start here if you want a current iPhone without paying extra for the Pro zoom camera.
Feature gallery
The features that matter day to day
What the hardware does, where it helps and which limits to keep in mind. Manufacturer test figures are not GetLow battery or performance tests.
6.3-inch
ProMotion OLED
Adaptive refresh up to 120Hz, always-on support and 3,000-nit peak outdoor brightness.
48 + 48MP
Dual rear cameras
A 48MP main and 48MP ultrawide cover the two everyday perspectives without a Pro price.
18MP
Center Stage camera
Autofocus, automatic framing and Dual Capture improve selfies, calls and front-and-rear video.
A19
Apple silicon
A six-core CPU, five-core GPU and Neural Accelerators handle camera processing and demanding games.
Apple A19 illustration.
Up to 30 hours
Video playback
Apple rates the iPhone 17 for up to 30 hours of local video playback and fast top-ups.
Manufacturer-rated figures; actual battery life depends on use.
Wi-Fi 7
N1 wireless chip
Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread sit beside 5G for fast local and mobile connections.
A compatible router and network are needed for the listed standard.
256GB
Starting storage
The base capacity is 256GB, with a 512GB version for larger photo, video and game libraries.
2026 buyer guide
Apple iPhone 17 in 2026
The iPhone 17 brings a 120Hz screen and two 48MP rear cameras to the standard model. Start here if you want a current iPhone without paying extra for the Pro zoom camera.
Live price position
Judge the iPhone 17 by today's whole-contract price
GetLow currently checks 2766 iPhone 17 contract offers across 11 retailers and 6 networks. The market starts at £18.00 a month, £0.00 upfront and £788.36 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 £18.00
Upfront pricesFrom £0.00
Total contract costFrom £788.36
Current conditionCurrent offers include both new and refurbished listings, so compare like with like.
Live model price comparison
How does the Apple iPhone 17 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 17 baseline. A cheaper row shows the whole-contract saving; a dearer row shows the additional amount currently needed to step up.
Model
Monthly price
Data
Lowest total cost
Difference vs iPhone 17
Cheapest listing
iPhone 17e
£27.99/month
200GB
£716.36
£72.00 less
New
iPhone 16 Pro
£29.08/month
1GB
£782.92
£5.44 less
Refurbished
iPhone 17
£29.99/month
250GB
£788.36
Baseline
Refurbished
iPhone 14 Pro Max
£62.33/month
5GB
£790.46
£2.10 more
Refurbished
iPhone 16 Plus
£29.99/month
200GB
£878.36
£90.00 more
New
Build your own phone comparison
Select any three phones and compare them side by side
The Apple iPhone 17 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 17 is like to hold and look at
The iPhone 17 uses 6.3-inch OLED with a 1206 x 2622 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. These are the screen details to compare with the alternatives above.
Its physical specification is 149.6 x 71.5 x 8 mm at 177g. Consider that size against how often you use a phone one-handed and whether it needs to fit a smaller pocket.
Display6.3-inch OLED
Resolution1206 x 2622
Refresh rate120Hz
Weight177g
Cameras
Compare the camera hardware before paying an upgrade premium
The iPhone 17 lists 48MP main + 48MP ultrawide on the rear and 18MP Center Stage autofocus 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 main + 48MP ultrawide
Front camera18MP Center Stage autofocus
Battery and charging
Battery comfort matters for the whole contract
The listed battery specification is Up to 30 hours video playback (Apple UK test), paired with Up to 50% in 20 minutes with a 40W or higher adapter 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.
BatteryUp to 30 hours video playback (Apple UK test)
ChargingUp to 50% in 20 minutes with a 40W or higher adapter
DurabilityIP68
Performance and software
The hardware and software you will live with
The iPhone 17 is built around Apple A19. That platform affects app speed, camera processing, gaming and how comfortably the phone should age through a multi-year contract.
Its listed software platform is iOS 26. Check the manufacturer update policy alongside the contract term, especially if you intend to keep the handset after the final payment.
ChipApple A19
SoftwareiOS 26
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 17 right for you?
Buy the iPhone 17 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 17 is available in Black, White, Sage, Mist Blue, Lavender. Pick the colour you can live with for the full contract, not just the launch-week favourite.
Black
Black gives the iPhone 17 a different feel without changing the deal comparison underneath.
White
White gives the iPhone 17 a different feel without changing the deal comparison underneath.
Sage
Sage gives the iPhone 17 a different feel without changing the deal comparison underneath.
Mist Blue
Mist Blue gives the iPhone 17 a different feel without changing the deal comparison underneath.
Lavender
Lavender gives the iPhone 17 a different feel without changing the deal comparison underneath.
Which storage should you buy?
Apple iPhone 17 storage options include 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.
256GBAvailable from £18.00/mo512GBAvailable from £26.00/mo
Full iPhone 17 specs
These are the buyer-facing specs that matter most when comparing contract deals.
Display
6.3-inch OLED, 1206 x 2622
Refresh rate
Up to 120Hz
Chip
Apple A19
Rear camera
48MP main + 48MP ultrawide
Front camera
18MP Center Stage autofocus
Operating system
iOS 26
Storage
256GB, 512GB
Colours
Black, White, Sage, Mist Blue, Lavender
Battery
Up to 30 hours video playback (Apple UK test)
Charging
Up to 50% in 20 minutes with a 40W or higher adapter
Size
149.6 x 71.5 x 8 mm
Weight
177g
Durability
IP68
Specifications are manufacturer or catalogue claims, not GetLow laboratory measurements. Missing information is not a zero or proof that a feature is absent. Retailer stock and delivery can change before checkout.
What is the cheapest Apple iPhone 17 contract today?
At the current GetLow check, prices start at £18.00 per month and £788.36 in total. These floors can belong to different listings, so compare the full deal cards before ordering.
Can I compare the iPhone 17 with other phones?
Yes. The three-phone tool starts with the Apple iPhone 17 selected and lets you change either alternative while keeping live price and specification differences together.
Are iPhone 17 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 17 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 17 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.
