Best iPhone Deals for September 2023: Last minute bargains before the iPhone 15
As the iPhone 15 prepares to drop, several retailers are now pushing incredible iPhone 14 Pro deals to get rid of stock.
Apple’s end of year event is just around the corner, and while we expect to see refreshes for the MacBook Pro and the Apple Watch, the big star of the show will of course be the iPhone 15. There are tons of rumours out there about what this refresh will entail, including bringing the Dynamic Island to all models in the range, as well as the introduction (finally) of USB-C on an iPhone.
As you can imagine, with it being so close to that reveal, now isn’t exactly the ideal time to buy a new iPhone, and if you can hold off for another week then we do recommend staying patient so that you can make an informed decision once we know for sure what the iPhone 15 brings to the table.
With that said, buying last-generation iPhones isn’t quite as egregious an act as it is with some Android phones, and this is largely down to the impressive software and security support that Apple still currently offers to many of its older phones. Seven years of support tends to be the average for most of Apple’s handsets.
On top of that, it also helps that in order to ready themselves for the iPhone 15 launch, there’s a bunch of retailers offering some impressive iPhone deals in order to make way for new stock. To see the best iPhone deals currently available, just keep on scrolling.
Alternatively, you can check out our similar round-ups for the best Samsung Galaxy deals and the best Google Pixel deals, if you’re still on the fence over which phone to upgrade to.
Best iPhone 14 Pro/Pro Max Deals
Starting with the true flagship of the latest bunch, the iPhone 14 Pro is a beast of a phone, and easily one of our favourite handsets of 2023.
The new Dynamic Island does away with the controversial notch of old and opens up a whole new aspect to the iOS UI by overhauling notification layouts. That’s before mentioning the new camera upgrades which include a 48MP sensor for more detailed shots than ever before.
iPhone 14 Pro for less with this 100GB contract
This is the perfect low-cost iPhone 14 Pro contact that still offers plenty of data, so you won’t ever be caught out.
- Mobiles UK
- Just £69 upfront
- Only £43.99/month
iPhone 14 Pro SIM-free deal
The iPhone 14 Pro has been given a much needed price cut, letting you pick up a SIM-free model at a reduced rate.
- Amazon
- Was £1099
- Now £1039
Forget the iPhone 15, the 14 Pro Max is finally on the cheap
Get the iPhone 14 Pro Max on a 24-month contract for just £43.99 per month with £159 upfront, complete with unlimited calls and texts, and 100GB of 5G data.
- Mobiles.co.uk
- £159 upfront
- £43.99 per month
Best iPhone 14/14 Plus Deals
The most affordable pick of the current line-up, the iPhone 14 is still a great phone by almost all metrics.
Sure, it’s not a major uptick over the iPhone 13 but you do get access to the improved nighttime photography and the phone is now capable of shooting Cinematic Mode in 4K, which is a huge boon for amateur filmmakers and content creators alike.
Throw in all the fun aspects of iOS including the advanced widget system and access to great in-house apps like Apple News and Apple Podcasts, and you’re looking at a solid mid-range phone.
iPhone 14 SIM-Free Deal
If you want to keep your old SIM while still saving a bit of money in the process then this iPhone 14 deal is an easy winner.
- Amazon
- Was £849
- Now £764
iPhone 14 Plus SIM-Free Deal
Amazon has a tempting SIM-free deal on the iPhone 14 Plus, making for a solid upgrade if you want to bring you existing SIM with you.
- Amazon
- Was £949
- Now £864
Best iPhone SE Deals
iPhones tend to fetch a premium but with the iPhone SE range, you can still get access to iOS, and all the perks that come with it, without causing any major damage to your bank account. With the same A15 Bionic chip as the iPhone 13 Pro, the iPhone SE is one of the most powerful phones at its price point, and you’ll be covered by software and security updates for years to come. While it might not boast the same night time photography prowess as the Pixel 6a, the iPhone SE can still shoot gorgeous 4K video in a pinch.
iPhone SE (2022) with 100GB
Hop over to the Three tab on Fonehouse’s iPhone SE page to see this fantastic deal.
- Fonehouse
- No upfront cost
- Only £24/month
Refurbished iPhone SE 2020 SIM-free deal
If you’re after a super cheap iPhone then look no further than Argos’ incredible refusbished deal on the 2020 iPhone SE.
- Argos
- Was £419 at launch
- Now £239.99
Best Refurbished iPhone Deals
Despite negative connotations in their early days, refurbished tech has come along as the refurbishing and quality assesment process has greatly improved. In 2023, opting for refurbished is a great way of not only saving money but making good use of tech that would otherwise go unused (or worse, end up in landfill).
A ‘like new’ iPhone 13 Pro for only £819
GiffGaff’s refurbished department is offering this incredible deal on the good-as-new iPhone 13 Pro, an excellent phone, at a shockingly low price.
- GiffGaff
- Only £819
Get a ‘like new’ iPhone 13 Mini for just £499
This deal gives you a ‘like new’ iPhone 13 Mini for just £499, which is just £50 more than the iPhone SE (2022).
- GiffGaff
- Like new
- Now £499
The iPhone 12 in excellent condition at an excellent price
If you prefer to shop refurbished, this deal on the iPhone 12 is a great opportunity worth checking out, especially with 50GB of data included.
- Mobiles
- £9.99 upfront
- £23.99 a month
When will the next iPhone come out?
The iPhone 15 is expected to launch during Apple’s event on September 12th, with an anticipated release sometime later in the same month. As mentioned earlier, we recommend holding off upgrading to a new handset just until we know for sure what features are available for the new range of iPhones. The last thing anyone wants is to upgrade now and then look on in envy when the iPhone 15 boasts a must-have feature that you’ve wanted for ages.
Which iPhone should I get?
Even though they may look quite similar from the outside, there’s a lot that separate each iPhone from the next. If you want to be more clued in as to how the latest brood compare then simply check out our comprehensive specs comparison below.
Is it better to wait until Black Friday?
For most shoppers, Black Friday is the best time of year to bag a bargain on high priced tech items. iPhones definitely fall into that remit, and we certainly saw some fantastic deals crop up throughout the most recent iteration of the sale.
If your current phone contract is ending around the same time as Black Friday then it’s a clear answer – it’s easily the best time to upgrade to a new iPhone. Outside of that however, there are still plenty of incredible iPhone deals that crop up throughout the year (and in other annual sales) that you don’t have to wait around for November to bag a bargain. The deals on this very page prove as much.
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Editorial independence means being able to give an unbiased verdict about a product or company, with the avoidance of conflicts of interest. To ensure this is possible, every member of the editorial staff follows a clear code of conduct.
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We also expect our journalists to follow clear ethical standards in their work. Our staff members must strive for honesty and accuracy in everything they do. We follow the IPSO Editors’ code of practice to underpin these standards.