A refurbished iPhone 16 Pro Max has one of the biggest screens ever put on an iPhone. Buy it refurbished and get that size, for a lot less than new. Checked and backed by our 90+ tests and 12 month warranty, you're guaranteed a standout device.
At a glance
A refurbished iPhone 16 Pro Max is best for you if you want one of Apple’s largest screens, strongest battery lives and sharpest camera setups. It comes with a 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR display, titanium design, Apple Intelligence support, and up to 1TB storage.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is not a small phone. The large screen is brilliant for photos, video, gaming, work, maps and watching content.
If you are comparing iPhone 16 Pro Max deals, 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, professionals, heavy phone users
Performance: A18 Pro chip
Camera: 48MP Fusion main camera, 48MP Ultra Wide, 12MP 5x Telephoto
Battery: Up to 33 hours of video playback
Software: Supports iOS 26, still receiving updates
Consider newer models if: you want the absolute best Apple has to offer
Based on what customers actually bought over the last 6 months.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — out of 171 models sold
Best-selling Apple phone #19 of 37 Apple phones we sellPositions are based on our own store order data, not the wider market.
Features and Improvements
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the “best of everything” iPhone from the 16 range. It gives you the biggest display, strongest battery life, Pro camera tools and Apple Intelligence support.
Feature | What This Model Offers | What You Notice |
|---|---|---|
Screen | 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display (up from 6.7 on the 15 Pro Max), 2868 x 1320 resolution | Apple’s largest iPhone display gives you more space for video, games, maps, work and editing |
Camera | 48MP Fusion main camera, 48MP Ultra Wide, 12MP 5x Telephoto, 12MP TrueDepth front camera | This is one of Apple’s most impressive camera systems, with strong zoom, macro, portraits and video to make every photo you take feel professional and easy. |
Battery life | Up to 33 hours video playback | Excellent battery life for heavy daily use, travel and long days away from a charger. If you travel a lot or spend a lot of time at the office, this phone will save you some stress. |
iOS / Software | Supports iOS 26, still receiving updates | This is a phone that will continue to get updates for a few more years at least. Long software support means better resale value later on, and you won’t need to buy a new phone so soon. |
Dimensions | 163mm x 77.6mm x 8.25mm, 227g | This is a large and premium phone, so it comes with a bit of weight. |
Charging Note: The iPhone 16 Pro Max is large and heavy compared with most iPhones. If you have smaller hands, use tight pockets, or prefer a phone that is easy to use one-handed, the iPhone 16 Pro may suit you better.
The Big Phone Store Team Summary: The main reasons to choose the 16 Pro Max over the 15 Pro Max are its increased size, speed, camera control, video tools and battery life. The new Camera Control button makes this model especially useful for photographers.
The best thing about the iPhone 16 Pro Max is the mix of screen size, camera quality and battery life.
It feels made for people who spend a lot of time on their phone and want the experience to feel as smooth and premium as possible. It’s a seriously capable phone and I’m jealous of anyone who can afford to buy one.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the one we’d suggest to someone who uses their phone for everything: photos, video, work, travel, maps, gaming, streaming, all of it. It would be overkill for a casual phone user, but brilliant if your phone is your main device.
— James Taylor, Content Growth Architect
Grades: Like New, Pristine, Very Good, Good
Colours: Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium
Storage: 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 16 Pro – similar cameras and performance in a smaller, lighter phone.
iPhone 16 Plus – a large screen at a lower price.
iPhone 15 Pro Max – a cheaper Pro Max option that still supports Apple Intelligence.
iPhone 16 – a new iPhone without the Pro Max size, features or price.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is a camera-heavy and battery-heavy device, so we pay close attention to the display, battery, charging system and camera controls.
We use a trusted diagnostics platform called Phonecheck to perform 90+ checks on every device.
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 16 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 (using CheckMEND), 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 16 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 16 Pro Max
We have a 4.80 star Trustpilot rating.
Great service. Ordered phone Wednesday morning - iPhone 16 pro max in pristine condition. Arrived the next day as promised. Phone was immaculate, couldn’t see any marks at all and battery was 100%. Website very easy to use, very user friendly and very easy to navigate. Very satisfied, will use again.
Yes. Every refurbished iPhone 16 Pro Max is SIM-free and unlocked for compatible UK networks.
At least 85% battery health as standard. Like New phones include 100% guaranteed battery health.
Yes. You get 12 months as standard, with upgrade options on selected products.
Yes. You have a 45-day returns process: 30 days to request a return, then 15 days to send it back.
Choose Like New for the closest feel to new, Very Good for balance, or Good for the lowest price.
Yes, if it has been professionally refurbished and tested. Lower prices often reflect cosmetic grade or storage, not poor functionality.
256GB suits most people. Choose 512GB or 1TB if you take lots of photos, videos or downloads.
Yes. Orders over £150 qualify for free fast shipping.
