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Is the iPhone SE (2nd Gen) worth buying?
Apple iPhone SE (2nd Gen) deserves a place on the shortlist when 4.7-inch Retina HD IPS LCD, Apple A13 Bionic, Up to 13 hours of video playback suits your priorities and its live total contract cost compares well with the two alternatives above.
Best bits
- 4.7-inch Retina HD IPS LCD at 60Hz
- Apple A13 Bionic performance platform
- 12MP wide rear camera system
- Up to 13 hours of video playback
Watch-outs
- The cheapest monthly deal is not always the lowest total-cost deal
- Storage, condition and warranty can differ between otherwise similar listings
- Current colours and contract availability depend on retailer stock
2026 buyer guide
Apple iPhone SE (2nd Gen) in 2026
This Apple iPhone SE (2nd Gen) 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 SE (2nd Gen) by today's whole-contract price
GetLow currently checks 4 iPhone SE (2nd Gen) contract offers across 1 retailer and 1 network. The market starts at £14.99 a month, £0.00 upfront and £395.76 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 £14.99
Upfront pricesFrom £0.00
Total contract costFrom £395.76
Current conditionEvery current offer is listed as refurbished, so compare the stated condition, warranty and total cost.
Live model price comparison How does the Apple iPhone SE (2nd Gen) 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 SE (2nd Gen) 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 SE (2nd Gen) 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 SE (2nd Gen) is like to hold and look at
The iPhone SE (2nd Gen) uses 4.7-inch Retina HD IPS LCD with a 1334 x 750 resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. These are the screen details to compare with the alternatives above.
Its physical specification is 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3mm at 148g. Consider that size against how often you use a phone one-handed and whether it needs to fit a smaller pocket.
Display4.7-inch Retina HD IPS LCD
Resolution1334 x 750
Refresh rate60Hz
Weight148g
Cameras Compare the camera hardware before paying an upgrade premium
The iPhone SE (2nd Gen) lists 12MP wide on the rear and 7MP 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 camera12MP wide
Front camera7MP
Battery and charging Battery comfort matters for the whole contract
The listed battery specification is Up to 13 hours of video playback through Lightning. 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 13 hours of video playback
ConnectorLightning
DurabilityIP67
New and refurbished buying checks Protect the saving before you order
Every current offer is listed as refurbished, so compare the stated condition, warranty and total cost. 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 SE (2nd Gen) right for you?
Buy the iPhone SE (2nd Gen) 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 SE (2nd Gen) is available in Black. Pick the colour you can live with for the full contract, not just the launch-week favourite.
Black
Black gives the iPhone SE (2nd Gen) a different feel without changing the deal comparison underneath.
Which storage should you buy?
Apple iPhone SE (2nd Gen) storage options include 64GB, 128GB, 256GB. 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.
64GBAvailable from £14.99/mo
Full iPhone SE (2nd Gen) specs
These are the buyer-facing specs that matter most when comparing contract deals.
| Display | 4.7-inch Retina HD IPS LCD, 1334 x 750 |
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| Refresh rate | Up to 60Hz |
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| Chip | Apple A13 Bionic |
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| Rear camera | 12MP wide |
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| Front camera | 7MP |
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| Operating system | iOS |
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| Storage | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB |
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| Colours | Black |
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| Battery | Up to 13 hours of video playback |
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| Charging | 18W fast charging and Qi wireless charging |
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| Wired connector | Lightning |
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| Size | 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3mm |
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| Weight | 148g |
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| Durability | IP67 |
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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 SE (2nd Gen) FAQs
What is the cheapest Apple iPhone SE (2nd Gen) contract today?
At the current GetLow check, prices start at £14.99 per month and £395.76 in total. These floors can belong to different listings, so compare the full deal cards before ordering.
Can I compare the iPhone SE (2nd Gen) with other phones?
Yes. The three-phone tool starts with the Apple iPhone SE (2nd Gen) selected and lets you change either alternative while keeping live price and specification differences together.
Are iPhone SE (2nd Gen) deals new or refurbished?
Every current offer is listed as refurbished, so compare the stated condition, warranty and total cost. Use the condition shown on each deal and check the retailer warranty and battery policy.
Which iPhone SE (2nd Gen) 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 SE (2nd Gen) 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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