The iPhone 13 Pro Max was the first iPhone with a 120Hz ProMotion display, and its battery life is still some of the best Apple's ever built. Buy it refurbished and you get that smoothness and stamina for a fraction of the price, battery-backed at 85%+ so the numbers stay true to the spec.
At a glance
A refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max is a strong choice if you want a large iPhone with excellent battery life, a smooth 120Hz ProMotion display and a proper Pro camera system at a lower price than newer Pro Max models.
The iPhone 13 Pro Max has a 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, macro photography, Cinematic mode, and storage options up to 1TB. It launched in 2021 but still supports iOS 26, which keeps it relevant in 2026.
If you are comparing iPhone 13 Pro Max deals in the UK, the main difference is testing and aftercare. A professionally refurbished iPhone from The Big Phone Store gives you clear grading, battery checks, warranty cover and support after purchase.
Best for: Big-screen fans, photographers, heavy phone users
Performance: A15 Bionic chip
Camera: 12MP main camera, 12MP Ultra Wide, 12MP 3x Telephoto
Battery: Up to 28 hours of video playback
Software: Supports iOS 26, still receiving updates
Consider newer models if: you want USB-C charging or Apple Intelligence
Features and Improvements
The iPhone 13 Pro Max is one of the best-value big iPhones in the refurbished market. You get a strong camera, excellent battery life and a premium design for much cheaper than a newer iPhone.
Feature | What This Model Offers | What You Notice |
|---|---|---|
Screen | 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, 2778 x 1284 resolution | A large, bright and smooth screen, which is good for video, games, maps and reading. The 120Hz display offers smoother scrolling, gaming and app movement, which is easier on the eyes. |
Camera | Pro 12MP camera system with Wide, Ultra Wide and Telephoto cameras, 3x optical zoom, macro photography and Night mode | A high-quality camera for everyday life, useful for those who post on social media. You can take better low-light photos, portraits and zoom shots than on older models. |
Battery life | Up to 28 hours video playback | One of the biggest reasons to buy this model is the long battery life, which can handle heavy daily use without any issues. |
iOS / Software | Supports iOS 26, still receiving updates | Still supported in 2026, with all the latest security updates to protect your data. |
Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.65mm, 240g | Large and premium, but heavy compared with many newer iPhones. |
Size Note: The iPhone 13 Pro Max is quite big and heavy. It weighs 240g (9 grams heavier than the most recent iPhone 17 Pro Max), so it’s not the best choice if you want a light phone that you can use one-handed.
The Big Phone Store Team Summary: The main reasons to choose the 13 Pro Max over the 12 Pro Max are the screen smoothness, battery life and camera performance. It's also likely to have a longer support life than the 12 Pro Max, so you're not missing out on security or feature updates as soon.
The iPhone 13 Pro Max is a model that we still recommend to customers very often.
The price is a lot more reasonable now than it was at launch, and the camera and battery quality still hold up really well by modern standards.
I’ve used it before, and honestly I don’t really see many downsides. Unless you’re really into the latest tech, the 13 Pro Max should do everything you need, and do it well. It’s a great choice, especially at refurbished prices.
— Holly Williams, Marketing Executive
Grades: Like New, Pristine, Very Good, Good
Colours: Graphite, Gold, Silver, Sierra Blue, Alpine Green
Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
Every grade (condition) of device we sell at The Big Phone Store is fully working. The grade describes cosmetic condition only, and all devices go through a 90+ point check before dispatch.
Like New includes 100% battery health. All other grades include a minimum 85% battery health, which can be upgraded to 100% with a new battery at checkout.
iPhone 13 Pro – similar Pro features in a smaller, lighter phone.
iPhone 13 – a less pricey option without the ProMotion screen and Telephoto camera lens.
iPhone 12 Pro Max – a cheaper Pro Max option with a smaller battery life.
iPhone 14 Pro Max – get Dynamic Island and newer safety features.
The iPhone 13 Pro Max is a battery and camera-led device, so we pay close attention to battery health, screen quality, ProMotion display response, camera focus and MagSafe performance. Every device also completes our full 90+ point check before being approved for sale.
85%+ battery health confirmed and charging tested
Display brightness, colour and full-screen touch response
Face ID, cameras and video tested
Speakers, microphones, signal, buttons and sensors checked
IMEI and network history check via CheckMEND
Previous owner’s data fully erased
Account locks removed
Lost, stolen and blacklist status checked
The Big Phone Store has been refurbishing phones since 1999. Every device is tested, graded and shipped from our UK operation, with clear grading, at least 85% battery health, and support from our own team.
If you're looking for an iPhone 13 Pro Max refurbished in the UK, here’s why you should choose us:
What Matters | How We Help | Why it Matters to You |
|---|---|---|
Experience | Refurbished electronics specialist since 1999 | No one has more expertise in this industry than us. We’ve been refurbishing phones since before the iPhone existed. |
Trust | A 4.8 Trustpilot rating with over 5000 reviews | We have over 80,000 satisfied customers, and you can become one of them. |
Security and Quality | Devices are data-wiped, network status and device history are checked, and we perform 90+ total checks | Our checks help protect you from blocked, stolen or finance-flagged phones. The phone is fully checked for faults, account locks and network issues before sale. |
Stock and Support | Website stock means actual stock | Unlike other sites, all devices on our website are in stock and ready to ship from our warehouse today. Our award-winning UK-based team are ready to help with whatever you may need. |
Battery Health | Minimum 85% battery health on all our devices | Many second hand sellers don't list the battery health of their phones, so the quality of your phone is left up to chance. We guarantee a minimum of 85%, giving you better battery life for more peace of mind. |
Every Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max refurbished at The Big Phone Store includes free UK delivery for any order over £30 and a 45-day returns process. Your device comes with a 12-month warranty as standard, which is upgradeable to lifetime.
iPhone 13 Pro Max
Bought an iPhone 13 Pro Max last week - very happy with it with it - it was described as Very Good but in my opinion it appears to be Pristine with 100% battery health. Would happily recommend and use Big Phone Store for future phone purchases.
The customer service is truly excellent
I ordered an iPhone 13 Pro Max which was dispatched within hours ready for next day delivery by Royal Mail who managed to loose the phone & left me with no way to contact them because the help pages send you round in circles, so at the end of my teether, I contacted The Big Phone Store & a very helpful lady called Sarah immediately reassured me & spent hours on hold waiting to speak to Royal Mail to sort it out on my behalf…
I was kept updated & once it was located, was able to collect the phone as arranged by Sarah…
We value the opinions of all of our customers, and we're sure that you do too! If you're still unsure about buying the iPhone 13 Pro Max you want, take a look at the reviews our customers have left for us.
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Yes. Our refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max devices are SIM-free and unlocked for compatible UK networks.
No. A used iPhone is normally sold as-is by a private seller. A refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max is professionally tested, data-wiped, graded and sold with warranty cover.
Yes. It has a triple 12MP Pro camera system with wide, ultra-wide and telephoto lenses. It is still a strong choice for portraits, landscapes, zoom shots and high-quality video.
You get at least 85% battery health as standard. Like New phones include 100% guaranteed battery health.
That depends on the grade you choose. Like New and Pristine look cleaner. Very Good and Good may show more signs of previous use, but all grades are fully functional.
Yes. Every refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max includes a 12-month warranty as standard, with upgrade options where available.
Delivery depends on the option selected at checkout. The Big Phone Store offers free UK delivery over £30 and free fast delivery over £150.
Yes. The large 6.7-inch OLED display, A15 Bionic chip and ProMotion up to 120Hz make it a strong choice for games, films, sport and everyday entertainment.
