Apple iPhone 14 vs Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Our Verdict: The iPhone 15 Plus is essentially last year's iPhone 14 with a few updates. The 15 Plus 5G leads on camera hardware with a 48MP main sensor to the 14 5G's 12MP, and there's more battery in the 15 Plus 5G, 4383mAh to 3279mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The 15 Plus 5G has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.1", and the 14 5G is the lighter phone at 172g against 201g. The 15 Plus 5G is worth the extra if the updates matter to you, but the 14 5G is a good buy if the price has dropped.
The 14 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £457 over a typical contract, £388 less than the 15 Plus 5G.
10 reviews 4.2
12 reviews
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Apple iPhone 14
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Apple iPhone 15 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 | 1290 x 2796 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,279 mAh | 4,383 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 172 grams | 201 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£16.75/mo
£10.00 upfront |
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £229.95 | £349.00 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
| Deals | Deals | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 14 is cheaper on contract at £457.00 over the life of the deal from £16.75 per month with £10.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 14's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 14 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus 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 14 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 14 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £229.95.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 14 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 15 Plus use?
The Apple iPhone 14 is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm), while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus uses the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 14 is the more portable of the two: it's 29g lighter at 172 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 14 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 15 Plus run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.