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InformationalHow to Choose the Right Storage Size for Your Refurbished iPhone
Run out of space and you'll pay for iCloud forever. Overspend and you waste money. Here's how to pick.
Choosing the right storage size for your refurbished iPhone matters more than you think. Run out of space and you'll pay for iCloud upgrades; overspend and you'll waste money on storage you'll never use.
64GB — for light users only
Suitable only for users who use their phone mainly for calls, texts and social media without storing many photos or videos. 64GB fills up quickly with modern apps.
128GB — the sweet spot
For most users, 128GB is ideal. The iPhone 13 128GB is a popular choice.
256GB — for photo and video lovers
If you take lots of photos or 4K videos, the iPhone 14 Pro 256GB is worth the extra investment.
512GB and 1TB — power users
Content creators, gamers and those storing entire offline media libraries should look at the iPhone 15 Pro Max in 512GB or 1TB.
Cost per GB
Larger storage often offers better value per GB. The price difference between 128GB and 256GB is typically £50-£100, but doubles your space.
Frequently asked questions
Can I expand iPhone storage later?
No — iPhones have non-expandable storage, so choose carefully.
Is iCloud storage a good alternative?
Useful for backups, but you'll pay monthly forever and offline access is limited.
Eleanor Wright
Senior Editor, Mobile
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