Best iPhone deals for students in 2024

Keeping in touch with everyone back home, making new friends on campus and studying on the move - you won’t be the only student with their iPhone attached to their wrist. Sleek, easy to use and linkable to other Apple gadgets in your tech stack, these models are popular for a reason.

If you’re a big Apple fan, there’s no reason to give up on an upgrade while you’re at uni. With student discounts on Apple mobile phones, you can still get a new model with plenty of data on a tight budget—we stan.

Are iPhones good for students?

From the bar to the library, iPhones are a great device for any uni student. They look smart, are straightforward to navigate and have lots of helpful tools built in. Plus, with new models released every year, it's possible to pick up a device for a decent price.

iPhone apps and settings which are particularly helpful for students include:

• Screen time monitoring and limits to help you control your social media habits
• Focus mode which controls notifications to stop you getting distracted
• Notes or Freeform apps which allow you to scan documents, draw or type quickly and easily, so even if you forget your paper pad, you can get everything down. Plus, if you have a Mac or iPad, you can sync them to your device easily later on
• Voice dictation means you can store any thoughts and record lectures or seminars then transcribe them
• Translator and digital dictionaries which help you write better essays, find the right words and avoid repetition
• Apple Pay, which means you only have to take your phone on a night out, lightwork!

So whether you’re already a convert or fancy switching to the Apple side of life, there are lots of discounted iPhone contracts students can benefit from.

Student discounts on iPhone contracts

If you want your data, calls, text and a device wrapped up in a monthly payment, then there are a few student discount options available.

O2

With a 4G network that covers 99% of the UK, you’ll never struggle for signal with the O2 network. Plus, having a contract with this provider gives you access to plenty of perks. This includes Extras like Disney+ and Apple Music, O2 Priority experiences and early ticket access. If you’re travelling across their Europe Zone, you get 25GB of roaming free, which is handy for those backpacking trips.

Exclusive iPhone O2 contracts available at a student discount via UNiDAYS include:

• iPhone 15 128GB with 150GB data for £46.55 a month and £30 upfront
• Savings of up to £335 when you buy an iPhone 15 Pro Max 256GB

VOXI

Social media fiends will love this network. Whether you’re scrolling on Instagram, TikTok or Snapchat, social media data usage is unlimited with VOXI. Some deals also allow you to access music platforms like Spotify or Apple Music with no limits. Plus, with no contract commitments, you can change, pause or cancel anytime you like.

With a UNiDAYS membership, you get access to a device contract on an iPhone 15 for £20.90 per month. Enabled with 5G, highly durable and with a 48MP camera, perf for capturing your uni memories.

Reboxed

If you’re not bothered about having a spanking new model, Reboxed makes it easy to get a pre-owned iPhone for up to 40% cheaper—yes plz! B corp-certified, the business’s circular helps reduce the 50 million tonnes of electronic waste produced every year. So you can get a quality device at a discount while benefiting the planet.

Protected by a 12-month warranty and 30-day money back guarantee, you don’t need to worry about getting your iPhone fixed if something goes wrong. With up to 35% off an iPhone 13 Pro Max and £20 off other refurbished phones, buying an Apple mobile with Reboxed and UNiDAYS means you can enjoy your ‘new’ device without impacting the environment.

Three

For haters of speed limits and data caps, Three is a great network option. Top UK coverage and truly unlimited data plans, you can browse, steam and share to your heart’s content when you take out a contract with them. Plus, you get access to Three+ rewards, meaning you can get money off eating out, going to the cinema or your daily coffee.

The UNiDAYS iPhone deals with Three are also worth shouting about. They include:

• iPhone 15 150GB from £30 per month
• iPhone 15 Pro Max 150GB from £60 per month

Mobiles.co.uk

The longest-running provider in the UK, they offer devices on deals from a range of networks, meaning they’ll help you find the best deal. Multi-award winning service also means you can rely on them if you have a fault or problem with your iPhone. With lots of online reviews and experts available to chat over the phone, you can quickly find a device on a contract that suits you.

Plus, with UNiDAYS, you get extra money off Mobiles.co.uk iPhone deals, including an iPhone 12 100GB for £39 per month and an iPhone 11 30GB for £26 per month.

Interested in the iPhone 16?

There’s a lot to get excited about with this brand-new handset from Apple.

For a start, it’s the first iPhone with Apple Intelligence AI built in. If you think AI is a hype and the next passing fad, this might be the device that changes your mind. The powerful A18 chip powers the AI but it also makes the phone super fast and super smooth, whatever you’re doing.

The cameras have been supercharged on this model. They now support features like Spatial Video and offer improved macro capabilities, capturing stunning close-up shots with incredible detail. You’ll be impressed by the new Camera Control button which makes taking photos and videos easier and more intuitive.

Be sure to check out our partners for deals on the iPhone 16.

Other student discounts on mobile phones

Whether you’ve already found a device deal you like on a trusted network or are in the market for a new contract, searching through UNiDAYS means you can enjoy extra discounts. From money off SIM contacts to discounts on device deals, you can get the iPhone you really want with the added cashback bonus.

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