Compare Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Deals

With an older flagship, the maths matters more than ever. Sort the deals above by effective monthly cost so a tempting headline rate with a heavy upfront fee does not catch you out. Pick a data allowance that suits how much you actually use, and a contract length you are comfortable seeing through. Because this is a previous-generation phone, refurbished and SIM-free routes can be especially good value, so weigh those against a fresh contract.

The standout feature is the telephoto lens. As part of a 48MP triple camera, it gives you real optical zoom that the standard 15 cannot match, which is handy for distant subjects and portraits. The 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR screen is large, bright and detailed for video and reading, and the 12MP front camera covers selfies and calls. For a phone of this age, the camera system still holds up well in daily use.

Being honest about age is the right starting point: this is a 2023 phone running iOS 17, so it sits a few generations behind the newest models and has fewer years of updates left. That said, it remains plenty fast for everyday apps and most games. Battery is a real strength, with a large 4,852 mAh cell that comfortably lasts a full day. The switch to USB-C also means easier, more universal charging.

The iPhone 15 shares the 48MP main camera but lacks the telephoto zoom and the Pro Max's larger screen and battery. If you rarely zoom and want to spend less, the standard 15 makes sense. If optical zoom, the bigger display or longer runtime appeal, the Pro Max justifies its higher price even now, particularly at older-flagship rates.

256GB is the entry size and suits most people, with space for apps, photos and downloads. Choose 512GB if you keep large video libraries or games stored locally. There is no card slot, so you cannot expand later, which makes the upfront choice the one that sticks.