Apple iPhone 16 Alternatives
The Apple iPhone 16 is one of our top smartphones picks of 2026 ($799.00 · 4.6/5), but it is not the right buy for everyone. Below are the closest comparables in the same category, ranked by how strong a case they make against the Apple iPhone 16 for typical buyers.
Nothing Phone 2a Plus
At $399.00 the Nothing Phone 2a Plus costs $400.00 less than the Apple iPhone 16 while still scoring 4.3/5 in our research synthesis. Worth a serious look if you do not need every premium feature on the Apple iPhone 16.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max sits $399.68 above the Apple iPhone 16 at $1198.68 and earns a 4.9/5 rating. Justifiable only if its specific strengths line up with your use case — see the spec breakdown on its review page.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra sits $496.86 above the Apple iPhone 16 at $1295.86 and earns a 4.8/5 rating. Justifiable only if its specific strengths line up with your use case — see the spec breakdown on its review page.
OnePlus 13
The OnePlus 13 sits $100.99 above the Apple iPhone 16 at $899.99 and earns a 4.6/5 rating. Justifiable only if its specific strengths line up with your use case — see the spec breakdown on its review page.
Google Pixel 9 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 Pro sits $200.00 above the Apple iPhone 16 at $999.00 and earns a 4.5/5 rating. Justifiable only if its specific strengths line up with your use case — see the spec breakdown on its review page.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra sits $700.00 above the Apple iPhone 16 at $1499.00 and earns a 4.5/5 rating. Justifiable only if its specific strengths line up with your use case — see the spec breakdown on its review page.
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro sits $400.99 above the Apple iPhone 16 at $1199.99 and earns a 4.5/5 rating. Justifiable only if its specific strengths line up with your use case — see the spec breakdown on its review page.
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