Apple iPhone 17e
Exact average 76.7 · all scores printed by the outlets
Image: Apple6 professional reviewers tested the Apple iPhone 17e, and 3 recommend it. Most praised: performance and battery life.
Reviewed by Expert Reviews, Trusted Reviews, Tech Advisor and 3 more
The catch: It has one rear camera and a 60Hz screen, and the regular iPhone 17 is better.
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What 6 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 80Expert Reviews
Price and performance make it an easy seller and nothing is badly wrong, but the reviewer finds battery life mediocre and says Android rivals give far more for the money.
Read Expert Reviews review - 80Trusted Reviews
A very good, basic iPhone that fixes many 16e shortcomings, but it is overshadowed by the standard iPhone 17.
Read Trusted Reviews review - 80Tech Advisor
A strong entry-level iPhone delivering the core Apple experience with great performance and battery for under 600.
Read Tech Advisor review - 80Tom's Guide
The reviewer says Apple corrected course, delivering what the 16e should have been with more storage, MagSafe and a fast chip at the same price.
Read Tom's Guide review - 70WIRED
A better entry-level iPhone thanks to MagSafe and solid battery and performance, though the reviewer finds it somewhat overpriced with a limiting single camera and no ultra-wideband.
Read WIRED review - 70The Verge
It is a decent minimum viable iPhone and better value than its predecessor, but the reviewer advises spending the extra $200 on the regular iPhone 17 if possible.
Read The Verge review
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What critics praise most
What critics dislike most
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Common questions
Is the Apple iPhone 17e worth it?
Critics are divided: 3 of 6 recommend it. It has one rear camera and a 60Hz screen, and the regular iPhone 17 is better.
Do critics agree about the Apple iPhone 17e?
Critics agree: scores range from 70 (WIRED) to 80 (Expert Reviews), a spread of 10 points across 6 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.
What is the best alternative to the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra (critic score 94), best overall.