iPhone 13 deals

Why should I choose an iPhone 13 deal?

The iPhone 13 is one of the older smartphones on the market that still competes in terms of specs. It has a fantastic camera, a great processor and has a battery that lasts.

So if you're in the market for a new iPhone, but not necessarily the newest iPhone, see if you could save vs. getting the latest handset.

If you're looking for a top-quality iPhone deal at a lower price than the latest version, the iPhone 13 could be right for you.

iPhone 13: features and specifications

-- 6.1-inch screen -- Super Retina XDR OLED display -- 1170 x 2532-pixel resolution -- Weight: 173g -- Dimensions: 146.7mm x 71.5mm x 7.65mm -- 12MP Wide and 12MP Ultra Wide rear cameras -- Available with 128GB, 256GB or 512GB storage -- Battery life lasts up to 2 hours more than the iPhone 12 -- Colours: Midnight Black, Blue, Product Red, Pink, Starlight White, -- Variants: iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max

The iPhone 13 is packing the powerful A15 bionic chip and its 4GB of RAM and a hexa-core CPU adds additional heft.

The iPhone 13 has a great camera setup and powerful battery and includes wireless charging too. The handset is IP68-rated water resistance, and it works with MagSafe charging accessories.

iPhone 13 vs. iPhone 15: what are the differences?

With the release of the iPhone 15 series, you could be wondering if it's better to just pay up and get the latest handset available.

And while the iPhone 15 is undoubtedly a fantastic phone, its upgrades are decent but not monumental. There's no radical redesign - instead, a couple of areas have been improved much more noticeably than the rest of the phone.

The iPhone 15 features Apple's A16 Bionic chip, while the iPhone 13 still uses its predecessor, the A15.

The most notable differences are the inclusion of the Dynamic Island replacement of the 'notch', the 48MP main camera and that all-important USB-C connection that will let you say goodbye to all your old lightning cables.

iPhone 13: availability and price

SIM free, the iPhone 13 currently costs £599 for the 128GB model, £699 for the 256GB model, and £899 for the 512GB model. But you don’t have to pay a big chunk outright if you opt for a pay monthly plan instead. Check out our deals tables above to find a price plan that suits your needs.

How good is the iPhone 13 display?

The iPhone 13 display has a 6.1-inch super retina XDR display, which is 28% brighter than the previous iPhone 12 model. This makes the screen clearer and brighter even when you're outside.

With a max HDR brightness of 1200 nits, True Tone, Haptic Touch and HDR Dolby Vision, the iPhone 13 screen is clear and bright.

It also features the exclusive ceramic shield casing, which makes it much more durable than previous iPhones, and comes with industry-leading water resistance.

The aerospace grade aluminium frame is available in five striking colours: pink, blue, midnight, starlight and product red.

How good is the iPhone 13 camera?

Powered by the A15 Bionic chip, the main iPhone 13 camera is the 12MP Wide camera with an f/1.6 aperture. This will make sure all your photos are clear and crisp even in low light. It has a 26mm focal length, seven-element lens and 100% Focus Pixels.

The iPhone 13 camera also includes sensor optical image stablisation that will ensure you're always able to snap crisp photos, even when on the move.

The second camera is a 12MP Ultra Wide camera with a new sensor. It has an f/2.4 aperture that captures more light in ultra wide mode. This brings life and depth to the dark areas of your photos with less noise. It has a 13mm focal length and a brilliant 120 degree field of view, so you'll be able to capture cool and creative photos.

How good is the iPhone 13 for video?

The iPhone 13 includes Apple's Cinematic Mode which allows you to change focus points and create stunning cinematic footage with a blurred background.

How long does the iPhone 13 battery last?

The iPhone 13 provides 2.5 hours longer battery life than the iPhone 12, giving you impressive all-day battery life.

Uswitch expert review of iPhone 13

The iPhone 13 is a strong all-rounder. It may not have the punch and power of the newer handsets but it still has a great camera, battery and display. And of course it's available at a much cheaper price than the iPhone 15.

Want to take a deep dive into features and specs? Check out our full iPhone 13 review.

iPhone 13: contract options

If you’re looking for the iPhone 13 on a pay monthly mobile phone contract, there are plenty of options available.

Can I get an iPhone 13 with no upfront cost?

Yes, there are a selection of iPhone 13 deals that don’t include an upfront cost. Since new deals are always being introduced, the best way to locate the ideal zero upfront cost price plan is by taking a look at our comparison tables above.

Just click the no upfront cost button to filter the deals accordingly.

Can I get the iPhone 13 with unlimited data?

Yes, there are plenty of unlimited data deals available for the iPhone 13. Whether you want to get the iPhone 13 on Vodafone, Three, O2, or any of the other major networks, just filter to the highest data setting in the deals tables above to compare all the available price plans.

What’s the cheapest way to get the iPhone 13?

The cheapest iPhone 13 available to buy is likely a refurbished handset. If you’re unsure of buying a refurbished phone, don’t be. Reputable refurbished handsets will always be rigorously quality checked, clearly graded, and sold with a warranty.

Can I get the iPhone 13 with poor credit?

The iPhone 13 is one of Apple’s more recent handsets, so getting it on a contract deal without having to run a credit check may be tough.

Some networks – like VOXI, giffgaff, Lebara, Smarty and Lebara – often bypass credit checks so keep a lookout and see if you can find the iPhone 13 amongst their deals. You could also buy the iphone 13 SIM free and opt for a SIM only deal.

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Author: Ray Ali

Last updated: 27 November 2023