Written by Bob
Edited on
14 July 2026
·
15:21
Which iPhone is the best for me?
Which iPhone you should buy, depends on what's important to you. The iPhone 17 Pro (Max) is the best, fastest iPhone and has the most cameras. If you don't need the most powerful processor and the best cameras, the iPhone 17 is a good alternative. The iPhone Air is thin and light, but misses extra cameras and a SIM card slot. We'll help you choose the best iPhone for you.
Which iPhone suits you?
- Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
View videos and series on the large screen.
Use the most demanding apps and games.
Take selfies of your entire friend group.
Scroll or game quickly and smoothly.
Zoom in up to 8 times and take wide-angle photos.
From
1.349,-
- Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Easily control this small device with 1 hand.
Use the most demanding apps and games.
Take selfies of your entire friend group.
Scrolling and gaming feels fast and smooth.
Zoom in up to 8 times and take wide-angle photos.
From
1.239,-
- Apple iPhone 17
Easily control this small device with 1 hand.
Use the most demanding apps and games.
Take selfies of your entire friend group.
Scrolling and gaming feels fast and smooth.
You can't zoom in far, but you can take wide-angle photos.
From
969,-
- Apple iPhone 17e
You can easily control this small device with 1 hand.
Use the most demanding apps and games.
You can't fit groups in your selfies
While scrolling and gaming, there can be some screen tearing.
You can't zoom in or take wide-angle photos.
From
719,-
iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max: best cameras, fastest devices
Apple iPhone 17 Pro: smaller screen
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is the fastest iPhone model and has the best cameras. Thanks to the telephoto lens, your photos stay sharp when you zoom in up to 8 times. That's more than with any other iPhone model. With the new Center Stage selfie camera, you can also photograph larger groups sharply. You can use the most demanding apps and games without slowing down, thanks to the powerful processor with good cooling. At 6.3 inches, the iPhone 17 Pro is a small device that fits in your pocket.
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max: large screen, longest battery life
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is the larger version of the iPhone 17 Pro. On the extra large 6.9-inch screen, you can see all details of your movies and games. You don't have to scroll as often when you use social media or read long articles. This large device a bit heavy and doesn't fit in every pocket. The battery life is also better than the iPhone 17 Pro. The exact difference depends on your use, but on average the iPhone 17 Pro Max lasts a couple of hours longer.
iPhone 17 and 17e: fast starter models
Apple iPhone 17: 120Hz screen and 2 cameras
The Apple iPhone 17 is a more affordable, but complete alternative for the iPhone 17 Pro. Thanks to the fast A19 chip, you can use demanding apps and play games without slowing down. Your device feels fast, thanks to the smooth 120Hz screen. With the 2 cameras, you can take sharp and colorful photos. Thanks to the wide-angle lens, large buildings or groups of people can fit in the photo. You only miss a telephoto lens, so zoomed in photos are blurry. With the selfie camera, you can take sharp photos of you and your friend group.
Apple iPhone 17e: 60Hz screen and 1 camera
The Apple iPhone 17e is the latest and most affordable model from the iPhone 17e series. You don't have to lose on speed, because thanks to the A19 chip the iPhone 17e doesn't have problems with demanding apps. Because the device has a much older 60Hz screen, scrolling and gaming feel less smooth. The iPhone 17e only has 1 camera. With this, you can take beautiful photos during the day, but your photos are often blurry in the dark. You also can't take wide-angle photos and your photos become grainy if you zoom in far.
Apple iPhone Air: thin, light newcomer
Choose the iPhone Air if you're looking for a thin device that's comfortable to hold. The iPhone Air has a larger screen than the iPhone 17 and 17 Pro, but it's still thinner and lighter. That means you can hold the device for longer without any problems. Thanks to the powerful processor, you can also use the most demanding apps without slowing down. The single camera allows you to take sharp photos, but you can't zoom in or out because you don't have extra lenses. You can only use the iPhone Air with an eSIM, a digital SIM card.
Apple iPhone 16 (Plus): older device with good cameras
The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus are a bit older models. They still feel fast now, but in a couple of years they'll struggle with new apps and games. You can take sharp photos with the standard lens and wide-angle lens, but you don't have a telephoto lens. Because these devices have older screens, so they're more likely to have screen tearing while scrolling or gaming. Choose the smaller 6.1-inch screen of the iPhone or the large 6.7-inch screen of the iPhone 16 Plus.
Apple iPhone 16e: most affordable device from the 16 series
The Apple iPhone 16e is the most affordable option form the iPhone 16 series. You mainly notice this with the single camera. You can't photograph large groups or vast landscapes and zoomed-in photos are blurry. Your photos in the dark also aren't as sharp and bright. The iPhone 16e is less easy to control, because it doesn't have Dynamic Island or the camera button. MagSafe accessories also don't work with the 16e. The device is just as fast as the rest of the iPhone 16 series and suitable for AI functions.
Apple iPhone 15: older model without AI
The Apple iPhone 15 is an older model and has a similar price to the iPhone 16e. Choose the iPhone 16e if speed and AI functions are important. Due to the older processor, the iPhone 15 is a bit slower and unsuitable for AI. The iPhone 15 does have a better camera and can take sharper photos in low light, for example. With the wide-angle lens, you can photograph large groups or buildings. Thanks to Dynamic Island, you can quickly view your notifications and control apps like Spotify. The iPhone 15 also does work with MagSafe accessories.
Trade in your old iPhone for a discount
- Give your old iPhone a second life and get a discount on your new iPhone.
- You can trade in your old iPhone up to 30 days after purchase.
- You can trade it in in one of our Coolblue stores.
Conclusion
What's the best Apple iPhone for you depends on your usage situation. If you like to take photos, choose the iPhone 17 Pro or the large iPhone 17 Pro. The iPhone 17 also is a fast device, but the screen isn't as good and it doesn't have a zoom lens. Choose the iPhone Air if you're looking for a thin and light device.
Article by Bob
Apple iPhone Expert.
