Apple iPhone 13 mini vs Samsung Galaxy A37

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 13 mini is the easier recommendation for a lower current starting price, about £175 versus £347, while Samsung Galaxy A37 answers with broader contract availability. Apple iPhone 13 mini is currently cheaper to buy outright by roughly £172. The screen sizes are 5.4 inches for Apple iPhone 13 mini and 6.7 inches for Samsung Galaxy A37. The better buy is the Apple iPhone 13 mini for keeping the upfront or SIM-free spend lower; the Samsung Galaxy A37 is the better match if its extra hardware advantages line up with how you use your phone.

Over a full contract, the A37 works out around £372 all-in, about £172 less than the iPhone 13 Mini.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
5.4" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
477 385
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
Battery
2,406 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 16
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/6
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight
141 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£20.00/mo (£19.00 upfront) £14.29/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£179.99 £299.00

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 mini Apple iPhone 13 mini Samsung Galaxy A37 Samsung Galaxy A37
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 5.4" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 477 385
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
Battery 2,406 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Apple iOS Android 16
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/6
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight 141 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £20.00/mo
£19.00 upfront
£14.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £179.99 £299.00
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 13 mini
Apple iPhone 13 mini

24 Months

128GB

(PRODUCT) RED

100GB

Data

£20 per month, £19 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy A37
Samsung Galaxy A37

24 Months

128GB

Awesome Charcoal

10GB

Data

£14.29 per month, £29 upfront.

Related Comparisons

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy A37 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is cheaper on contract at £371.96 over the life of the deal from £14.29 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 has the bigger screen at 6.7" 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 385, and the Apple iPhone 13 mini uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A37 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 has a 50 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 Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy A37 use?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 uses the Exynos 1480 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is the more portable of the two: it's 55g lighter at 141 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy A37?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy A37 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy A37 run?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy A37 runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.