Apple introduced four main models this year: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The good news is that prices stayed mostly in line with the iPhone 16 series — no major hikes.
iPhone 17
- 128GB – $799
- 256GB – $899
- 512GB – $1,099
iPhone 17 Air
(a new, lighter and slightly cheaper model between the base and Pro)
- 128GB – $899
- 256GB – $999
- 512GB – $1,199
iPhone 17 Pro
- 128GB – $999
- 256GB – $1,099
- 512GB – $1,299
- 1TB – $1,499
iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 256GB – $1,199
- 512GB – $1,399
- 1TB – $1,599
(source: Tom’s Guide, TechRadar, USA Today)
💡 Key Takeaways
- No big price hikes compared to iPhone 16 series.
- iPhone 17 Air is new — a lighter, slightly cheaper alternative to the Pro.
- Pro Max starts at 256GB, no 128GB option.
- Pre-orders opened September 9, 2025, with availability starting later in September.
iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16 Prices
| Model & Storage | iPhone 16 Price (2024) | iPhone 17 Price (2025) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Model | |||
| 128GB | $799 | $799 | ➡️ Same |
| 256GB | $899 | $899 | ➡️ Same |
| 512GB | $1,099 | $1,099 | ➡️ Same |
| Air (new in 2025) | — | $899 (128GB), $999 (256GB), $1,199 (512GB) | New option |
| Pro | |||
| 128GB | $999 | $999 | ➡️ Same |
| 256GB | $1,099 | $1,099 | ➡️ Same |
| 512GB | $1,299 | $1,299 | ➡️ Same |
| 1TB | $1,499 | $1,499 | ➡️ Same |
| Pro Max | |||
| 128GB | $1,099 | — (discontinued) | ❌ Removed |
| 256GB | $1,199 | $1,199 | ➡️ Same |
| 512GB | $1,399 | $1,399 | ➡️ Same |
| 1TB | $1,599 | $1,599 | ➡️ Same |
(sources: Tom’s Guide, Smartish, USA Today)
🔍 What’s New in 2025?
- Prices are stable — Apple didn’t raise base pricing this year.
- iPhone 17 Air fills the gap between the standard and Pro models.
- Pro Max now starts at 256GB (no more 128GB).
- Design & features: thinner builds, better cameras, and iOS 26 out of the box.
