The Apple iPhone 18 Pro review reveals a phone that delivers meaningful upgrades while keeping the same familiar design. Priced from £1,199, it sits as the most affordable new model alongside Apple's first folding phone, the iPhone Duo, and a regular iPhone 18 is still to be announced.
Design and Display: Refined, Not Reinvented
Having fully revamped the body for the iPhone 17 Pro, Apple has made only modest refinements here. The iPhone 18 Pro is 7g heavier, and the back glass now matches the colour of the aluminium frame, available in several new shades. The Face ID camera area has been shrunk, allowing the Dynamic Island to display three ongoing tasks instead of two. It also shows the 3/4/5G indicator next to the signal level when playing music—a small but welcome feature for commuters.
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The 6.3in Super Retina XDR display remains one of the best on any phone: super bright, crisp, and smooth at 120Hz. An anti-glare coating makes outdoor visibility much easier, and the size strikes a good balance between usability and portability.
Performance and Battery: The Real Story
Under the hood, the new A20 Pro chip delivers faster performance and improved efficiency. The most noticeable benefit is longer battery life, which Apple claims is the best kind of spec bump for 2026. The phone also benefits from increased RAM, though that contributes to the £100 price rise over previous models.
In our testing, the iPhone 18 Pro handled demanding tasks with ease, from gaming to video editing. The improved thermal design keeps it cooler under load, and the battery comfortably lasts a full day of heavy use.
Camera: Variable Aperture Arrives
The headline camera upgrade is a fancy new variable aperture for the main sensor. This allows for better control over depth of field and low-light performance. Photos taken in daylight are sharp and vibrant, while night mode shots show reduced noise and improved detail. The ultra-wide and telephoto cameras remain excellent, though they don't receive the same hardware update.
Specifications Comparison
| Feature | iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.3in Super Retina XDR, 120Hz | 6.1in Super Retina XDR, 120Hz |
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Apple A19 Pro |
| Main Camera | Variable aperture | Fixed aperture |
| Weight | 7g heavier | — |
| Price (from) | £1,199 | £1,099 |
Key Takeaways
- Longer battery life and faster A20 Pro chip
- Variable aperture improves main camera versatility
- Dynamic Island now shows three ongoing tasks
- Price increase due to higher RAM costs
- Same design as iPhone 17 Pro, with minor tweaks
FAQ
Is the iPhone 18 Pro worth the upgrade?
Is the iPhone 18 Pro worth the upgrade?
If you have an iPhone 15 Pro or older, the improvements in battery life, performance, and camera make it a worthwhile upgrade. If you own an iPhone 17 Pro, the changes are less compelling.
What is the price of the iPhone 18 Pro?
What is the price of the iPhone 18 Pro?
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at £1,199 (€1,449/$1,199/A$2,099), a £100 increase over the previous generation due to higher RAM costs.
Does the iPhone 18 Pro have a variable aperture camera?
Does the iPhone 18 Pro have a variable aperture camera?
Yes, the main camera now features a variable aperture, which allows for better control over depth of field and improved low-light performance.
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