<h2>How much is an iPhone 16 worth in the UK?</h2>
<p>The iPhone 16 range launched in September 2024 and prices have stabilised well into 2026. In excellent condition, a 128GB iPhone 16 is currently worth up to £390 with UK recyclers, while the flagship iPhone 16 Pro Max 1TB reaches up to £680. Prices vary significantly between recyclers — GadgetRank compares them all so you always get the best offer.</p>
<h2>iPhone 16 recycling prices by model (July 2026)</h2>
<p>All prices below are for Excellent condition devices. Good and Faulty condition prices are lower — use our <a href="/sell/devices/apple-iphone-16.html">iPhone 16 comparison page</a> to see all grades.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>iPhone 16 128GB</strong> — up to £390</li>
<li><strong>iPhone 16 256GB</strong> — up to £469</li>
<li><strong>iPhone 16 512GB</strong> — up to £495</li>
<li><strong>iPhone 16 Plus 128GB</strong> — up to £428</li>
<li><strong>iPhone 16 Pro 128GB</strong> — up to £550</li>
<li><strong>iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB</strong> — up to £640</li>
<li><strong>iPhone 16 Pro Max 1TB</strong> — up to £680</li>
</ul>
<h2>When is the best time to sell an iPhone 16?</h2>
<p>iPhone prices drop when Apple announces the next model. The iPhone 17 launched in 2025 and caused the typical price correction on the 16 range. Prices have now stabilised — selling now in mid-2026 gives you a reasonable return before the iPhone 18 announcement expected in September 2026 pushes prices down further.</p>
<p>Read our full guide on <a href="/blog/should-i-sell-my-iphone-before-iphone-18">whether to sell your iPhone before the iPhone 18 launch</a>.</p>
<h2>How to get the best price for your iPhone 16</h2>
<p>Three things determine how much you get for an iPhone 16:</p>
<ol>
<li><strong>Which recycler you use</strong> — prices vary by up to £80 for the same device. Always compare before selling.</li>
<li><strong>Condition grade</strong> — Excellent condition (minimal marks, working perfectly) gets the highest price. Be honest when grading — recyclers will reassess on arrival.</li>
<li><strong>Storage size</strong> — higher storage commands a higher price, but the premium narrows on older models.</li>
</ol>
<p>Compare live iPhone 16 prices across all UK recyclers on our <a href="/sell/devices/apple-iphone-16.html">iPhone 16 sell comparison page</a>.</p>