With bold new colours like Cosmic Orange and Deep Blue, the 17 Pro brings lots of personality and an elegant package. Buy a refurbished iPhone 17 Pro and get up to 100% battery (at least 85%, upgradable at checkout) and up to a lifetime warranty (12 months minimum)
At a glance
Refurbished iPhone 17 Pro Summary
The refurbished iPhone 17 Pro is one of Apple's most capable iPhones for photography and video, sitting above the standard iPhone 17 with a telephoto lens and Pro-grade build. You get the A19 Pro chip, a 6.3-inch OLED display with 120Hz ProMotion, a 48MP Pro Fusion triple-camera system, and USB-C.
It suits anyone who wants the most advanced camera Apple currently makes, without paying full retail price. If you shoot a lot of photos or video, or want a phone built to handle demanding tasks, this is the model to look at.
If you are comparing iPhone 17 Pro refurbished 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: Photographers, videographers, professionals, heavy phone users
Performance: A19 Pro chip
Camera: 48MP Pro Fusion triple-camera system with 8x optical-quality zoom
Battery: Up to 31 hours of video playback
Software: iOS 26, still receiving updates
Consider another model if: you want a larger screen or a less expensive phone
About The iPhone 17 Pro
Apple launched the iPhone 17 Pro in September 2025 alongside the standard iPhone 17, positioning it as the camera-first choice in the lineup. The headline addition over the standard model is the telephoto lens, giving Pro buyers a dedicated Telephoto camera, alongside an aluminium unibody design with Ceramic Shield 2 front and back glass.
Early reviews were impressed by the redesigned body and bold orange colour option. The switch from titanium to aluminium was also a major talking point, but it gave the iPhone 17 Pro a practical advantage: better heat dissipation. WIRED’s Julian Chokkattu found that demanding games ran “significantly smoother” than on the iPhone 16 Pro, with more stable frame rates and heat spread across the phone rather than concentrated in one uncomfortable spot. The result? Smoother sustained performance.
In 2026, the iPhone 17 Pro remains one of the most capable camera phones you can buy refurbished, with plenty of software and security updates still ahead.
How The iPhone 17 Pro Compares
iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro
The iPhone 17 Pro improves on the iPhone 16 Pro with a faster chip, an upgraded camera system and a shift to an aluminium build.
Feature | Technical Upgrade | What You Notice Day to Day |
|---|---|---|
Chip | A19 Pro replaces A18 Pro | Faster performance for demanding tasks like video editing, gaming and on-device AI. |
Camera system | 48MP Pro Fusion triple system with 8x optical-quality telephoto | Sharper, more flexible zoom for photos taken from a distance helps you take clean and professional pictures. |
Build | Aluminium unibody with Ceramic Shield 2, replacing the 16 Pro's titanium frame | Some buyers may prefer titanium's feel, but the aluminium body better distributes heat, leading to improved performance. |
Design | Redesigned rear camera plateau spans the width of the back, replacing the smaller camera island on the 16 Pro | A noticeably different appearance on the back of the phone gives it a unique look, making it stand out more from the standard models. |
Battery life | Up to 31 hours video playback vs 27 on the 16 Pro | You potentially get an extra few hours of battery life between charges. For most people, the battery should last all day with moderate use. |
Design Note: The move from titanium to aluminium is a genuine trade-off, not necessarily an upgrade. Some buyers prefer titanium's premium feel and appearance, even though aluminium distributes heat better.
The Big Phone Store Team Summary: If the telephoto zoom and extra camera flexibility matter to you, the 17 Pro is a clear step up from the 16 Pro. If you're happy with titanium and don't need the newest chip, the 16 Pro remains a strong, slightly cheaper option.
The camera upgrade is the main reason to pick this over the standard 17. I've used a few Pro iPhones over the years, and the zoom quality on this one is the best I've seen. It actually holds detail instead of turning into a blurry mess. Anyone who's taken photos at a concert only for them to turn out low-quality knows exactly how useful this is.
The 17 Pro is a strong pick for professionals who lean on their phone camera for work, and for anyone who wants a phone built to handle demanding long-term use. I wouldn't recommend it if you're on a tight budget or don't take advanced zoom-photos.
— Holly Williams, Marketing Executive
Find a cheap iPhone 17 Pro deal across our grades, colours and storage options.
Grades: Like New, Pristine, Very Good, Good
Colours: Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue
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.
Feature | Technical Details | Why it Matters |
|---|---|---|
Screen | 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 2622 x 1206 resolution, 120Hz ProMotion | A sharp, smooth display is great for photos, video and gaming. You get a premium experience with every scroll; everything looks clear and crisp. |
Camera | 48MP Pro Fusion triple system: Main, Ultra Wide, and 4x Telephoto (with 8x optical-quality zoom range), 18MP front camera | Distant shots stay sharper and lose less detail. You can take concert photos of your favourite artists or special occasion shots of your loved ones that are good enough to keep forever. |
Battery Life | Up to 31 hours video playback. Minimum 85% battery health on all our devices. | For many people, the phone will last a full day of moderate use, so you can use it freely without worrying that it will die. |
iOS | Ships with iOS 26; Apple Intelligence supported | This phone still receives iOS and security updates, so it will continue to feel modern and up-to-date for the next few years. |
Dimensions | 150 x 71.9 x 8.75mm, 204g | A comfortable size and weight for a Pro-tier phone with a large camera system. It’s the perfect middle ground; slightly bigger screen, but not as bulky as the Pro Max. |
Every iPhone 17 Pro from The Big Phone Store comes with at least 85% battery health, well above Apple’s 80% replacement threshold. Like New devices have 100% battery health guaranteed.
Try the iPhone 17 for a similar core experience without the telephoto lens, at a lower price.
Try the iPhone 17 Pro Max for the same camera system in a bigger body with a larger battery.
Try the iPhone Air for a lighter, slimmer phone if portability matters more than zoom photography and maximum battery life.
Try the iPhone 16 Pro for a similar telephoto camera at a lower refurbished price.
Camera
The standout feature on the iPhone 17 Pro is the telephoto lens. Older iPhones have relied on digital zoom, which loses detail the further you zoom in. The 17 Pro's dedicated telephoto lens gives you up to 8x optical-quality zoom, so distant subjects keep more detail rather than turning into a bunch of pixels.
It's the clearest reason to choose the Pro tier over the standard iPhone 17. If you photograph anything from a distance - wildlife, events, sports - this is the feature that makes the biggest difference.
If you're still undecided, we have dozens of other iPhone models available. See our range or get in contact!
How We Test the iPhone 17 Pro
We pay close attention to the camera system on the iPhone 17 Pro, testing all three rear lenses individually, including the telephoto zoom, since this is the phone's defining feature.
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
Front camera, video and Face ID - tested, not assumed
Speakers, microphones, buttons and sensors
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and mobile signal
IMEI and network history check via CheckMEND
Previous owner’s data fully erased
Account locks removed
Lost, stolen and blacklist status checked
Only devices that pass every required check are approved for sale. If a device doesn’t meet our standards, it won’t be sold. Each reconditioned iPhone 17 Pro we sell is tested, cleaned and graded in-house before dispatch.
From years of working with used phones, we know that problems often start before the phone reaches you. There is a big difference between a second-hand iPhone 17 Pro and a refurbished one, but in both cases it's important to be careful. The main issues are weak battery health, unclear grading, hidden faults, poor replacement parts, blocked phones and sellers listing stock they do not actually have.
Before you buy a refurbished or used iPhone 17 Pro, watch out for these common pitfalls.
Risk to Watch Out For | The Issue | What it Means for You |
|---|---|---|
Non-UK or imported models | Some phones may not be intended for the UK market. | You'll pay marginally less upfront, however the phone may sell for as little as 10-20% of its original value later on. Whilst you'll make a small saving to start with, you'll take a huge hit when it's time to dispose of the device, because imported devices are seen as a risk for buyers. |
Phones that are not actually in stock | Some sellers list phones before they physically have them ready to send. | Your phone is your lifeline, and we understand this well. Do you really want to purchase from a company who has a reputation of taking your money and then making you wait for weeks, or in some cases months for your device? |
Weak battery health | A phone can look clean but still have a worn battery. | Many of our competitors don't even mention battery life, and the battery you get is left up to chance. Who wants to spend good money on a device that only turns on for a few hours? Our minimum battery health is 85%, and you can upgrade to 100% at checkout for much cheaper than a high-street battery replacement would cost. |
Hidden faults | Camera, Face ID, sensors or charging port issues may not show in photos. | Many sellers cut costs by not testing your device properly, or in some cases not at all. We believe that every customer deserves a fully functional device from day one, which is why our return rate is one of the lowest in the industry. |
Poor-quality replacement parts | Cheap screens, batteries or camera parts can affect how the phone feels and performs. | Mobile phones are precisely built and sensitive devices. Some sellers use cheap phone parts that are more likely to break or become faulty. We use genuine Apple parts in 95% of the iPhones we repair. On the rare occasion that third-party parts are used, these will be of the highest quality possible, and only for screens and batteries. See our quality charter. |
Blocked, locked or finance-flagged phones | Risky sellers may list phones that later turn out to be blocked, iCloud locked, finance-flagged or not fully reset. | What might seem like a good deal initially could cost you further down the line when the phone is blacklisted from use. We check that your phone hasn't been reported stolen, isn't on the police register, doesn't belong to another company, isn't hacked, and doesn't have any viruses. |
Weak aftercare | Some sellers offer limited support once the phone has been delivered. | If something goes wrong and you need quick support, you may be stuck talking to an AI chatbot. In some cases, the customer support team may live in a different timezone and can't help you when you need it most. Our award-winning team is here to help you by phone, WhatsApp, email and more. |
The Big Phone Store has been refurbishing phones since 1999, and every device is tested, graded and shipped from our UK operation. The reason customers come back is simple: real stock, clear grading, minimum 85% battery health and UK support from people you can actually speak to.
If you're looking for an iPhone 17 Pro 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 4.80 Trustpilot rating with over 5000 reviews | We have 86,593 reviews across all platforms. Become one of our many satisfied customers today. |
Security | Devices are data-wiped, network status and device history are checked for blacklisting, theft, loss or outstanding finance | Our checks help protect you from blocked, stolen or finance-flagged phones. Unlike with unverified sellers, there’s no risk of being scammed or ripped off. |
Quality | 90+ point quality check | We refuse to sell devices that don't work the same as if they were new. Your device is ready to go straight out of the box. |
Support | UK-based customer support | Get help from real people who won the Best Customer Service (Consumer) award at the MNA 2026, beating major brands such as EE. |
Stock | Website stock means actual stock | Unlike other sites, all devices on our website are in stock and ready to ship from our warehouse today. No false listings or seller delays. |
Device Quality | Every part of the process is done in-house | We have full control over the refurbishment process. Unlike others who outsource their process, we confirm the quality of the devices ourselves. |
Every Apple iPhone 17 Pro refurbished at The Big Phone Store includes a 12-month warranty as standard, which you can upgrade to 2 years, 5 years, or lifetime. You also get free UK delivery for any order over £30 and a 45-day returns process.
Yes. Our refurbished iPhone 17 Pro devices are SIM-free and unlocked for compatible UK networks.
No. A used phone is usually sold as-is by a private seller. A refurbished iPhone 17 Pro is professionally tested, data-wiped, graded and sold with warranty cover.
Yes. The iPhone 17 Pro has a 48MP Pro Fusion camera system with main, ultra-wide and telephoto cameras, plus up to 8x optical-quality zoom.
Yes. Apple lists support for 4K Dolby Vision, ProRes, ProRes RAW and high frame-rate recording options, making it a strong choice for video creators.
You get at least 85% battery health as standard. Like New phones include 100% guaranteed battery health.
That depends on the grade. Like New and Pristine look cleaner, while Very Good and Good may show more signs of previous use. All grades are fully functional.
Yes. Every refurbished iPhone 17 Pro includes a 12-month warranty as standard, with upgrade options where available.
Buy the refurbished iPhone 17 Pro if you want a compact flagship with serious camera power, fast A19 Pro performance, ProMotion, advanced video tools and premium features, but want to pay less than buying new.
