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iPhone 17 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max refurbished: which one is better priced?

iPhone 17 Pro starts at $934, while iPhone 16 Pro Max starts at $736. The current gap is $198 in favor of iPhone 16 Pro Max. Every price comes from Back Market US.

This comparison only uses prices tracked on Back Market US. Another market is never used as a fallback.

iPhone 17 Pro

Refurbished iPhone on Back Market US

iPhone 17 Pro

$934

Good price-6.6%30 days

Lowest recorded $903 · average $983

iPhone 16 Pro Max

Refurbished iPhone on Back Market US

iPhone 16 Pro Max

$736

Good price-3.4%30 days

Lowest recorded $720 · average $780

Back Market prices change often, depending on the seller, the stock and the cosmetic grade. The prices shown here are indicative and based on our latest observations. Always check the final price on Back Market before buying. How we record prices

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No clear winner yet

Both models sit in a similar part of their own price history. The decision mostly comes down to the $198 gap in favor of iPhone 16 Pro Max and the features you need.

This read is based on observed prices only. Always check storage, condition, battery and stock directly at the source before buying.

Tracked figures

iPhone 17 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max: the details

Each value comes from saved observations on Back Market US, in the current market currency.

iPhone 17 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max: the details
Tracked figuresiPhone 17 ProiPhone 16 Pro Max
Current tracked price$934$736
Lowest recorded$903$720
Highest recorded$1,052$815
Average price$983$780
30-day change-6.6%-3.4%
Saved readings111111
Tracked sinceAugust 19, 2026August 19, 2026

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iPhone 17 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max: frequently asked questions

iPhone 17 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max: what is the price gap?

iPhone 17 Pro starts at $934, while iPhone 16 Pro Max starts at $736. The gap is $198 in favor of iPhone 16 Pro Max (27%).

Which one is better priced today?

Both models sit in a similar part of their own price history. The decision mostly comes down to the $198 gap in favor of iPhone 16 Pro Max and the features you need.

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