What are the retail prices of iPhone 16 in Singapore?
Below are the retail prices of iPhone 16 series without any mobile contract and without any special discounts such as phone voucher or trade-in. You’ll likely notice that the prices are slightly lower than those of the previous iPhone 15 series, with the Pro Max seeing the most significant drop.
If you’re purchasing an iPhone without a mobile contract (whether paying upfront or through monthly installments), ensure the total cost is less than the prices listed below. Otherwise, it’s better to buy directly from Apple’s website, which also offers installment plans with 0% interest.
| iPhone 16 | iPhone 16 Plus | iPhone 16 Pro | iPhone 16 Pro max | |
| 128GB | S$1299 | S$1399 | S$1599 | – |
| 256GB | S$1449 | S$1549 | S$1749 | S$1899 |
| 512GB | S$1749 | S$1849 | S$2049 | S$2199 |
| 1TB | NA | NA | S$2349 | S$2499 |
Below are the retail prices of the iPhone 15 series without a mobile contract when it was first released:
| iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro max | |
| 128GB | S$1299 | S$1449 | S$1649 | – |
| 256GB | S$1459 | S$1609 | S$1809 | S$1999 |
| 512GB | S$1779 | S$1929 | S$2129 | S$2319 |
| 1TB | NA | NA | S$2449 | S$2639 |
When will iPhone 16 be released and available in Singapore?
iPhone 16 was released on 10 September 2024 (Tuesday). Pre-order started on 13 September 2024 (Friday), 8:00pm in Singapore.
However, there is a limit of two iPhone 16 Pro and two iPhone 16 Pro Max per customer if you buy directly from Apple Store.
iPhone 16 price comparison among telcos
Below is the iPhone 16 price comparison for Singtel, Starhub, and M1 with a mobile plan or contract. If you intend to just buy a phone, the retail price will be the same for all the telcos and if you order directly with Apple.
For the purpose of price comparison, we have used Apple iPhone 16 Pro 256GB across all telcos to calculate the total costs with a 2-year mobile plan:
Singtel
The prices for Singtel’s iPhone 16 plans remain competitive compared to last year’s iPhone 15. Singtel Red customers, don’t forget to apply your phone voucher. The calculations below reflect costs before applying any vouchers.
Singtel offers the most extensive range of plans, from the entry-level XS plan to the Family plan with unlimited data.
- XS Plan (30GB): S$2,523 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$62 x 24 months
- Phone Price: S$1,035
- S Plan (100GB): S$2,762 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$78 x 24
- Phone Price: S$890
- M Plan (130GB): S$3,067 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$98 x 24
- Phone Price: S$715
- L Plan (160GB): S$3,517 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$128 x 24
- Phone Price: S$445
- Pro Plan (230GB): S$4,272 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$178 x 24
- Phone Price: S$0
- Fam Plan (Unlimited): S$6,912 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$288 x 24
- Phone Price: S$0
- For Fam Plan subscribers, you will be able to get iPhone 16 Pro Max 1TB at S$0 too.
Starhub
While StarHub doesn’t offer an entry-level XS plan like Singtel and M1, its other plans are competitively priced and come with an exceptionally generous data allowance compared to Singtel and M1. If you need substantial data, StarHub is a compelling option.
- S Plan (200GB): S$2,706 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$75 x 24
- Phone Price: S$906
- M Plan (250GB): S$3,177 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$105 x 24
- Phone Price: S$657
- L Plan (300GB): S$3,539 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$135 x 24
- Phone Price: S$299
- XL Plan (350GB): S$4,440 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$185 x 24
- Phone Price: S$0
M1
If you’re seeking the most affordable plan in terms of total cost over 24 months, M1’s 40GB Bespoke Contract plan is a strong option, with Singtel’s XS plan also being a contender.
However, its other plans fall short in data allowance compared to similar offerings from StarHub.
- 40G Bespoke Contract Plan: S$2,476.24 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$60.51 x 24 months
- Phone Price: S$1,024
- 110G Bespoke Contract Plan: S$2,711.84 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$76.66 x 24 months
- Phone Price: S$872
- 140G Bespoke Contract Plan: S$3,115.12 (Total over 24 months)
- Subscription: S$100.88 x 24 months
- Phone Price: S$694
Should you buy an iPhone 16 or iPhone 15 in Singapore?
As a newer series of iPhone is released, the prices of the older series will usually drop. Whether or not to buy a brand new iPhone 16 or save some money by buying iPhone 15 depends on a few factors below:
1. Disposing old phone
If you are currently using an iPhone 11 or older phone, you are probably someone prudent or environment-conscious, wasting anything will be your last option. However, as the performance of your phone deteriorate, you have no choice but to change to a new phone.
If so, go for iPhone 16 Pro or Pro Max! These two editions are built on Apple’s A18 Pro Bionic chip which means that your phone will be more efficient, with longer battery life and more compatible with 5G.
2. Special features
If you are switching from iPhone 14 or earlier versions to iPhone 16 just for the USB-C port, you may wish to wait till when there are more discounts and promotions.
3. Discounts and promotions
If you have any special discounts or promotions for any of the version, do not hesitate, go ahead and utilise them.
4. Budget constraint
It is usually recommended to buy a lower version of new iPhone if you have budget constraint,
You can consider either the iPhone 16 or iPhone 15, but avoid earlier models. The iPhone 15 is the first to feature a USB-C charging port.
How to pre-register or order iPhone in Singapore?
You can either visit the retail stores of the telcos to obtain a queue number or directly make an order online.
To pre-register or order online, the links are as below:
- Singtel – Register of interest closed. Pre-order starts on 13 September 2024 (Friday) 8:00pm for Singtel Prestige & Red members and 14 September 2024 (Saturday) 9:00am for all other Singtel customers who have registered their interest.
- Starhub – Pre-order starts on 13 September 2024 (Friday) 10:00pm for no-contract sim-only plans and 18 September 2024 (Wednesday) 5:00am for 2-year plans
- M1 (16 & 16 Plus / 16 Pro & 16 Pro Max)- Pre-order Starts on 13 September 2024 (Friday) 10:00pm (8:00pm for eligible VIP customers who have received SMS from M1)
