Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Our Verdict: The iPhone 15 Plus and the iPhone 18 Pro are three years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The 18 Pro goes up to 2TB of storage, where the 15 Plus 5G tops out at 512GB, and the 15 Plus 5G has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.3". The 15 Plus 5G is the lighter phone at 201g against 211g. The 18 Pro is the better phone; upgrade from the 15 Plus 5G if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.
Over a full contract, the 15 Plus 5G works out around £753 all-in, about £463 less than the 18 Pro.
15 reviews 4.6
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Apple iPhone 18 Pro
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| Release Date | 22 September 2023 | 18 September 2026 |
| Expert Rating |
4.2 15 reviews |
4.6 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.3" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 1206 x 2622 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 458 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 18 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) |
| Battery | 4,383 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 | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm | 150.0 x 71.9 x 8.75 mm |
| Weight | 201 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 |
£59.00/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£11.95/mo
£959.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £328.00 | £1197.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 18 Pro cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is cheaper on contract at £753.00 over the life of the deal from £59.00 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 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 460 pixels per inch, and both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus features a 48 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 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £328.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 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 15 Plus and Apple iPhone 18 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro uses the Apple A20 Pro (2 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Apple iPhone 18 Pro?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is lighter but the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is more compact. It's 10g lighter at 201 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 15 Plus is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 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 15 Plus and Apple iPhone 18 Pro run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.