Apple iPhone 17
Exact average 90.4 · 7 printed, 3 estimated · printed scores only: 91
Image: Apple10 professional reviewers tested the Apple iPhone 17, and 10 recommend it. Most praised: picture quality and battery life.
Reviewed by The Independent, Expert Reviews, WIRED and 7 more
Few reviews of the exact model passed; most results were iPhone 17 Pro/Air.
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What 10 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 95The Independent
A major step up for the standard iPhone, gaining the smooth Pro display, two 48MP cameras and better battery life at an unchanged starting price, making it the sensible pick over the Pro.
Read The Independent review - 95Expert Reviews
With a bigger 120Hz screen and better front camera, the standard iPhone is the one most people should buy.
Read Expert Reviews review - 90WIRED
The reviewer thinks it may be the best base iPhone ever, with a smooth screen, strong battery and good cameras.
Read WIRED review - 90Trusted Reviews
The easiest base iPhone to recommend in years, fixing past complaints about the screen and storage.
Read Trusted Reviews review - 90Tech Advisor
A strong value upgrade with a great display, solid battery and more storage at an unchanged price.
Read Tech Advisor review - 90TechRadar
Fast, fun and the best-value iPhone yet, bringing a 120Hz always-on screen and more storage at the same price.
Read TechRadar review - 90Tom's Guide
One of the best-value iPhone deals in a while, with double storage, a smoother screen and faster charging at the same price.
Read Tom's Guide review - 90est.Marques Brownlee
The iPhone 17 is a fantastic value, offering a high-quality display, excellent selfie camera, and solid performance that makes it the best choice for most users.
Read Marques Brownlee review - 89est.CNN Underscored
A strong recommendation as the best regular iPhone yet, thanks to the smooth display, long battery life and new selfie features, with weak zoom the main drawback.
Read CNN Underscored review - 85est.Linus Tech Tips
The iPhone 17 is a well-rounded device that offers a great display and solid performance, making it a strong choice for most users.
Read Linus Tech Tips review
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- Marques Brownlee on YouTube ↗Counted in the score: 90
- Linus Tech Tips on YouTube ↗Counted in the score: 85
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What critics praise most
What critics dislike most
No clear pattern.
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Common questions
Is the Apple iPhone 17 worth it?
Most critics think so: 10 of 10 recommend it.
Do critics agree about the Apple iPhone 17?
Critics agree: scores range from 85 (Linus Tech Tips) to 95 (The Independent), a spread of 10 points across 10 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.
What is the best alternative to the Apple iPhone 17?
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra (critic score 94), best overall.