Smartphones · Ranked #36 of 82 · Best designed foldable

Apple iPhone Duo

82
Well liked
Average of 8 professional reviews
6 of 8 recommend it · broad agreement
Where the 8 reviews landedRange 70–95

Exact average 81.6 · all scores printed by the outlets

Apple iPhone DuoImage: Apple

8 professional reviewers tested the Apple iPhone Duo, and 6 recommend it. Most praised: battery life and design. Most common complaint: software and app.

Reviewed by TechRadar, Tom's Guide, Engadget and 5 more

The catch: It is heavy and very expensive, and many apps are not yet optimized.

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What 8 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 95
    TechRadarHands-on review · 2026

    The foldable Apple fans have wanted, an iPhone with tablet-like abilities that mostly works well.

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  2. 90
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2026

    The best-designed foldable yet with polished software, worth the price versus rivals.

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  3. 88
    EngadgetHands-on review · 2026

    A polished first foldable with slick design, strong battery and cameras, held back mainly by weight, price and app optimization.

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  4. 80
    ZDNETHands-on review · 2026

    An ambitious and refined foldable that earns an Editors' Choice, but most people should not buy it yet given the price and cameras.

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  5. 80
    Tech AdvisorHands-on review · 2026

    A remarkable first attempt with gorgeous design, a crease-hiding matte screen and smooth software, but dropping Face ID and a weaker camera for the price are drawbacks.

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  6. 80
    The DisconnektHands-on review · 2026

    A polished first foldable from Apple with excellent build, a matte inner screen and slick software.

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  7. 70
    WIREDHands-on review

    Polished hardware and clever multitasking, but weight and unoptimized apps suggest waiting a few months or for the next version.

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  8. 70
    The VergeHands-on review · 2026

    A fascinating but messy first-generation foldable that is expensive and frustrating at times.

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What critics praise most

Battery life5 of 8
Design4 of 8
Picture quality3 of 8

What critics dislike most

Software and app5 of 8
Price5 of 8
Size and weight2 of 8

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Common questions

Is the Apple iPhone Duo worth it?

Most critics think so: 6 of 8 recommend it. It is heavy and very expensive, and many apps are not yet optimized.

Do critics agree about the Apple iPhone Duo?

Broad agreement: scores range from 70 (WIRED) to 95 (TechRadar), a spread of 25 points across 8 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.

What do critics dislike about the Apple iPhone Duo?

Software and app (5 of 8 reviews), Price (5 of 8 reviews), Size and weight (2 of 8 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the Apple iPhone Duo?

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra (critic score 94), best overall.