iPhone buying guide 2026: Which iPhone should you buy?

Macworld Apple now has a wider iPhone range than ever, making it harder to decide which model is right for you. Your choice will largely come down to price, camera capabilities, display, performance, battery life, size and storage. You may also be wondering which screen size suits you, how much storage you need, or whether to save money with an older model rather than buy the latest iPhone. You’ll also want to consider which model offers the best balance of features and value. In this guide, we explain the differences between every iPhone currently available from Apple, paying particular attention to prices, cameras, displays, performance, battery life, durability and design. By the end, you should have a much clearer idea of which iPhone best meets your needs. If you simply want to know which models we recommend, you can also read our full iPhone reviews, linked below, and use our iPhone comparison chart to compare the latest models with the other i