Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Our Verdict: The iPhone 18 Pro is four years newer than the iPhone 14 Plus, and it shows in the specs. The 18 Pro leads on camera hardware with a 48MP main sensor to the 14 Plus 5G's 12MP, plus a 18MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the 18 Pro goes up to 2TB of storage, where the 14 Plus 5G tops out at 512GB. The 14 Plus 5G has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.3", and the 14 Plus 5G is the lighter phone at 203g against 211g. If you're on the 14 Plus 5G, the 18 Pro is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
Over a full contract, the 14 Plus 5G works out around £693 all-in, about £523 less than the 18 Pro.
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Apple iPhone 18 Pro
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| Release Date | 7 October 2022 | 18 September 2026 |
| Expert Rating |
4.1 12 reviews |
4.6 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.3" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 1206 x 2622 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 458 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 18 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) | Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) |
| Battery | 4,325 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 | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm | 150.0 x 71.9 x 8.75 mm |
| Weight | 203 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 |
£54.00/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£11.95/mo
£959.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £249.00 | £1197.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 18 Pro cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus is cheaper on contract at £693.00 over the life of the deal from £54.00 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 18 Pro's 6.3", 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 Plus or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus 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 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £249.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 18 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm), while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro uses the Apple A20 Pro (2 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 14 Plus is lighter but the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is more compact. It's 8g lighter at 203 grams, though the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 150.0 x 71.9 x 8.75 mm, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus 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 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 18 Pro run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.