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Reviewers rate the Apple iPhone 18 Pro slightly higher: 84 against 82 for the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Some disagreement · 11 reviews
Suits buyers who want the fastest iPhone with better battery life and a versatile camera, and who can pay more. Owners of recent Pros or those on a budget may find the upgrade hard to justify, given the incremental gains and higher price.
Reviewers agree · 7 reviews
Suits buyers who want the largest iPhone with excellent battery life and camera quality, and who can accept the weight and price. Less compelling for those upgrading from a recent Pro Max, since the changes are small; the iPhone 17 is often suggested as the…
| Measure | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Consensus score | 84 | 82 |
3 publications have scored both phones. 1 scored the Apple iPhone 18 Pro higher.
| Spec | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2026 | September 2026 |
| Launch price (USD) | $1,199 | $1,299 |
| Launch price (UK) | £1,199 | £1,299 |
| Launch price (Europe) | €1,449 | €1,599 |
| Form factor | Standard | Standard |
| OS | iOS | iOS |
| Display | 6.3″ | 6.9″ |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Telephoto lens | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | 4,056 mAh | 5,391 mAh |
| Wired charging | 60 W | — |
| Chipset | A20 Pro | Apple A20 Pro |
| Base storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Weight | 211 g | 249 g |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
Specs come from the reviews' own spec boxes. Prices are launch prices of the base model.