iPhone 17 or iPhone 16 refurbished: which one is better priced?
iPhone 17 starts at $727, while iPhone 16 starts at $550. The current gap is $177 in favor of iPhone 16. 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
Refurbished iPhone on Back Market US
$727
Lowest recorded $688.14 · average $785
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Advantage: iPhone 17
iPhone 17 is better positioned in its own tracked price range than iPhone 16. This only judges price, not performance or product condition.
Tracked figures
iPhone 17 or iPhone 16: the details
Each value comes from saved observations on Back Market US, in the current market currency.
| Tracked figures | iPhone 17 | iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Current tracked price | $727 | $550 |
| Lowest recorded | $688.14 | $516 |
| Highest recorded | $1,026.70 | $582 |
| Average price | $785 | $551 |
| 30-day change | -7.7% | -4.1% |
| Saved readings | 111 | 111 |
| Tracked since | August 19, 2026 | August 19, 2026 |
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iPhone 17 or iPhone 16: frequently asked questions
iPhone 17 or iPhone 16: what is the price gap?
iPhone 17 starts at $727, while iPhone 16 starts at $550. The gap is $177 in favor of iPhone 16 (32%).
Which one is better priced today?
iPhone 17 is better positioned in its own tracked price range than iPhone 16. This only judges price, not performance or product condition.
Should I wait for a price drop?
If neither price is right for you, set an alert on both models and let the next useful drop decide.
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