Apple iPhone 13 mini vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 13 mini preserves a genuinely small format with a 5.4-inch OLED screen and 141g body, whereas Apple iPhone 18 Pro moves to 6.3 inches and 211g. The Pro also expands maximum storage from 512GB to 2TB. Choose the mini when compact handling is the priority, or the Pro when extra viewing room and extensive internal storage outweigh the substantial increase in size and weight.

Over a full contract, the 13 Mini works out around £559 all-in, about £657 less than the 18 Pro.

Release Date
24 September 2021 18 September 2026
Expert Rating
4.3
12 reviews
4.6
11 reviews
Screen
5.4" 6.3"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1206 x 2622
Pixels Per Inch
477 458
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 18 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Apple A20 Pro (2 nm)
Battery
2,406 mAh 4,056 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB
OS
Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e- SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 150.0 x 71.9 x 8.75 mm
Weight
141 grams 211 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£20.00/mo (£19.00 upfront) £11.95/mo (£959.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£150.00 £1197.00
Apple iPhone 13 mini Apple iPhone 13 mini Apple iPhone 18 Pro Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Release Date 24 September 2021 18 September 2026
Expert Rating 4.3
12 reviews
4.6
11 reviews
Screen 5.4" 6.3"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1206 x 2622
Pixels Per Inch 477 458
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 18 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Apple A20 Pro (2 nm)
Battery 2,406 mAh 4,056 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB
OS Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type nano-SIM and e- SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 150.0 x 71.9 x 8.75 mm
Weight 141 grams 211 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts £20.00/mo
£19.00 upfront
£11.95/mo
£959.00 upfront
SIM-free £150.00 £1197.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 13 mini
Apple iPhone 13 mini

24 Months

128GB

(PRODUCT) RED

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£20 a month, £19 upfront.

Monthly payment will increase to £22.50 on 1 April 2027. Then to £25.00 on 1 April 2028.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Apple iPhone 18 Pro

24 Months

256GB

Black

15GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£11.95 a month, £959 upfront.

No mid-contract price increases.

Use code: 30JNOFF (£30 off)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 18 Pro cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper on contract at £559.00 over the life of the deal from £20.00 per month with £19.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 mini's 5.4", the Apple iPhone 13 mini has the sharper display at 477 pixels per inch versus 458, and both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £150.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Apple iPhone 18 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Apple iPhone 18 Pro use?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro uses the Apple A20 Pro (2 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is the more portable of the two: it's 70g lighter at 141 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Apple iPhone 18 Pro run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.