Apple has added the refurbished iPhone 16e to its online store in the United States, giving buyers a cheaper way to get the entry-level model after its original launch in February 2025. The refurbished iPhone 16e now starts at $419 for the 128GB model, which is $180 less than its original price.
Apple is also selling the 256GB model for $509 and the 512GB model for $679, with both black and white color options available. Since Apple retired the iPhone 16e after launching the iPhone 17e, buyers can no longer purchase it new from the company.
The refurbished iPhone 16e costs less than the iPhone 17e, but it also misses some newer features. It does not support MagSafe, uses the slower C1 modem instead of the C1X, starts with 128GB storage, runs on the older A18 chip, and uses the original Ceramic Shield glass.
Apple sells refurbished iPhones unlocked, so buyers can use them with any carrier. Each device gets a new battery, outer shell, and cable, along with cleaning, testing, a one-year warranty, and optional AppleCare+ coverage.
