Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Smartphones

iPhone 15 Plus

Apple

Released Sep 1, 2023 · Analysis updated Apr 2, 2026

Restored Apple iPhone 15 Plus in the Smartphones category. The Apple iPhone 15 Plus scores 80/100 based on 6 expert reviews in the smartphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Consumerreports, Whathifi, Cnet, and Pcmag.

Critic Score

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80

based on 6 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Good battery life(4)
  • Dynamic island(4)
  • Usb-c port(4)
  • Fantastic battery life(2)

Cons

  • No always-on display(3)
  • 60hz display(2)
  • Touchscreen was very good but not the best(2)

6 Expert Reviews

87
Major publication

The Apple iPhone 15 Plus offers excellent performance with a great balance of speed, battery life, and camera quality, along with outstanding durability and display quality.

85
Established publication05/2024

The iPhone 15 Plus is a big-screened phone with a lot to love, for those who don’t need the bells and whistles of the Pro family.

85
Major publication09/2023

The iPhone 15 gains 'pro' features like USB-C and the Dynamic Island, making it a major upgrade for older iPhone users.

80
Major publication10/2023

Apple's iPhone 15 Plus offers an affordable balance of longevity, performance, and size, making it a good alternative to the top-dollar Pro Max.

73
Independent publication03/2025

The iPhone 15 Plus offers a refined design, improved camera system, and good battery life, but lacks some Pro features like ProMotion display and advanced zoom capabilities.

70
Major publication09/2023

The iPhone 15 is a very good phone with USB-C, a nice display, and Dynamic Island, but camera updates feel incremental and the iPhone 14 Pro is actually a better option.