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The iPhone 15 launched in September 2023 at $799, but Apple no longer sells it new, so the price you’ll actually pay in 2026 depends on whether you buy it used, refurbished or from a carrier’s leftover stock. Here’s what an iPhone 15 costs now, how that compares with Apple’s current iPhones, and what the iPhone 17 Pro cost and costs today.
Short answer: the iPhone 15 launched at $799 (128 GB). Apple stopped selling it in September 2025, so in October 2026 you’ll mostly find it used for about $380–$470 or refurbished from about $390, depending on storage and condition. For a new iPhone from Apple, the cheapest current model is the iPhone 17e at $699. The iPhone 17 Pro launched at $1,099 and was discontinued in September 2026.
Applies to: US prices in October 2026. Used and refurbished prices change weekly and differ by condition, storage and carrier lock, so check the listing before you buy.
iPhone 15 price in 2026
| How you buy it | Typical price (US) | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| New from Apple | Not available | Discontinued September 2025 |
| Used, 128 GB | About $380 average sale | Swappa, October 2026 |
| Used, 256 GB | About $440 average sale | Swappa, October 2026 |
| Used, 512 GB | About $470 average sale | Swappa, October 2026 |
| Refurbished | From about $390 | Back Market; better condition costs more |
| Launch price (2023) | $799 / $899 / $1,099 | 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB |
The iPhone 15 Plus launched at $899, and the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max at $999 and $1,199. All are discontinued, and used prices are higher than the standard iPhone 15.
How much does a new iPhone cost from Apple now?
After its September 2026 event, Apple raised prices by $100 across the lineup. US starting prices:
| Model | Starting price |
|---|---|
| iPhone 17e | $699 |
| iPhone 16 | $799 |
| iPhone 17 | $899 |
| iPhone Air | $1,099 |
| iPhone 18 Pro | $1,199 |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max | $1,299 |
| iPhone Duo (foldable) | $1,999 |
Example: a used iPhone 15 at about $400 costs roughly $300 less than the cheapest new iPhone, the iPhone 17e.
How much was the iPhone 17 Pro?
The iPhone 17 Pro launched in September 2025 at $1,099, and the iPhone 17 Pro Max at $1,199. Apple discontinued both on September 9, 2026, when it announced the iPhone 18 Pro. You can still find them new at some carriers and retailers while stock lasts, or used and refurbished.
Is the iPhone 15 still worth buying in 2026?
Good reasons to buy one:
- It has USB-C and the Dynamic Island, like newer models.
- It still gets iOS updates; Apple usually supports iPhones for several years after launch.
- At around $400 used, it’s much cheaper than any new iPhone.
Reasons to skip it:
- It doesn’t support Apple Intelligence features, which need an iPhone 15 Pro or newer.
- Used batteries wear out. Ask for the battery health (Settings → Battery → Battery Health) and aim for 85% or more.
- Every new iPhone Apple sells now has newer chips and longer software support ahead.
How to buy a used iPhone 15 safely
- Check it’s unlocked, or locked to your carrier, before you pay.
- Make sure Find My is off and the phone isn’t linked to someone else’s Apple Account.
- Check the IMEI (dial *#06#) with your carrier to confirm it isn’t reported lost or stolen.
- Look at battery health and test the cameras, Face ID, speakers and charging port.
- Buy from a seller with a return window, such as Apple’s refurbished store, Back Market or Swappa.
Once it’s yours, see how to back up an iPhone before you move your data over.
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- iPhone vs Android: which should you buy?
The short version
The iPhone 15 launched at $799 in 2023, but Apple stopped selling it in September 2025. In October 2026 a used iPhone 15 costs about $380–$470 and a refurbished one from about $390. The cheapest new iPhone is the iPhone 17e at $699. The iPhone 17 Pro launched at $1,099 and was discontinued in September 2026.
Sources
- Swappa: Apple iPhone 15 prices, October 2026
- Back Market: iPhone 15 price guide, October 2026
- Appleosophy: Apple no longer sells iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 Pro series
- MacRumors: Apple discontinues iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Tech-ish: Apple raises iPhone prices by $100
