Is the iPhone 13 Pro Max still worth buying in [year]?

es, the iPhone 13 Pro Max is still worth buying in 2026. From £349 refurbished versus £1,049 new, it runs iOS 26 on an A15 Bionic chip and packs a triple 12MP camera with 3x optical zoom, Cinematic Mode, ProRes video, and 28 hours of video playback. It doesn't support Apple Intelligence (which requires an A17 Pro or A18 chip) and uses a Lightning connector, but for most users it delivers a genuine flagship experience at a fraction of the original price. Not sure which model fits you? Find the best iPhone for your needs.

What is the difference between the iPhone 13 Pro and the iPhone 13 Pro Max?

Both phones share the same A15 Bionic chip, triple 12MP camera (main, ultrawide, 3x telephoto), Cinematic Mode, ProRes video, and full iOS 26 compatibility. The differences come down to screen size and battery life: iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro Max Screen 6.1-inch 6.7-inch Weight 204g 240g Battery life 22 hours video playback 28 hours video playback Best for One-handed use Big-screen, all-day stamina The Pro Max is heavier and harder to use one-handed. But, if you prioritise battery life and screen real estate, it's the clear choice.

Is the iPhone 13 Pro Max better than the iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The iPhone 13 Pro Max and the iPhone 14 Pro Max both run iOS 26, so there's no software gap between them. The 14 Pro Max adds an Always-On display, Dynamic Island, and a 48MP main camera. Both models use a Lightning connector. The A15 versus A16 Bionic performance difference is minimal for everyday use. At £349 refurbished versus considerably more for the 14 Pro Max, the 13 Pro Max is the smarter value buy if Dynamic Island and Apple Intelligence aren't priorities.

What battery life can I expect from a refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max?

The iPhone 13 Pro Max has the longest battery life of any iPhone 13 model: up to 28 hours of video playback on a full charge. Every refurbished iPhone on Back Market is guaranteed to arrive with verified battery health, checked as part of the up to 100-point professional inspection. Battery condition is also covered under the 12-month commercial warranty. You can verify your battery health at any point via Settings > Battery > Battery Health and Charging.

What do the condition grades mean on Back Market?

Back Market has four condition grades, each describing cosmetic appearance only. Every device is guaranteed 100% functional regardless of grade, and professionally inspected before listing. Fair: Visible signs of use Good: Light scratches, barely noticeable; from Excellent: Minimal to no visible cosmetic wear; Premium: The highest cosmetic standard, closest to box-fresh Grades reflect how a device looks, not how it performs.

Where can I buy a refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max safely?

Back Market is a trusted place to buy refurbished iPhones, with every seller vetted through a strict quality charter and continuously monitored. Here's what you get: Prices from £349 (versus £1,049 new) An up to 100-point professional inspection on every listed device 12-month commercial warranty backed by the Back Market Promise 30 days to change your mind and return if needed Four condition grades: Fair, Good, Excellent, Premium all guaranteed 100% functional

Is buying a refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max better for the environment?

Yes, buying a refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max is measurably better for the environment. Choosing refurbished over new avoids approximately 77 kg of CO2e emissions and prevents around 243 kg of raw materials (minerals, water, and energy) from being extracted for new device manufacturing. Around 80% of a smartphone's entire carbon footprint is created at the factory, before the device is ever switched on. Buying refurbished sidesteps almost all of that. Since 2014, Back Market has helped avoid 2.2 million tonnes of CO2e across all devices sold on the platform (Back Market calculation, based on the ADEME 2022 study).

iPhone 13 Pro Max

Name: iPhone 13 Pro Max
Brand: Apple
Price: 349.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.39 (16910 reviews)

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iPhone 13 Pro Max

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Accessories
4.3/5
Appearance
4.5/5
Battery
4.3/5
Lens & Camera
4.5/5
Overall performance
4.4/5
Packaging
4.4/5
Shipping
4.6/5

Reviews

Olaitan L.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 15/02/2025, United Kingdom.
Sincerely speaking, I was in full doubt when I ordered my iPhone 13 Pro max to be as neat, clean and the camera to be as this sharp. When I got the phone, it's sparkling. Battery life span is top notch, no scratch on screen and body. infact, I have already informed some of my friend to order theirs immediately from Back Market. Back Market, pls keep this up. You are great.
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Sierra Blue - Unlocked
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Sierra Blue - Unlocked
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
13/02/2025
Brighton D.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 03/03/2026, United Kingdom.
Received my iphone 13 pro max today in good order and perfect condition, no scratches..it was delivered soo fast 😀 .am very happy with the purchase 🌟 🤩
iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB - Graphite - Unlocked
iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB - Graphite - Unlocked
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
28/02/2026
Tracy W.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 23/08/2026, United Kingdom.
I am very happy with my upgrade from the iPhone 11 Pro Max to the iPhone 13 Pro Max. The condition was like new and the phone itself is excellent. This is the second time I have used Backmarket to upgrade my iPhone and I am very happy indeed. Thank you 🙂
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Silver - Unlocked
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Silver - Unlocked
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
12/08/2026
Timilehin O.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 31/08/2024, United Kingdom.
When I say this phone is immaculate I mean like the service was a ten the packaging ten every thing ten I got the phone in good condition that’s was the option I picked and for a refurbished phone this is good like really I will recommend and I am gonna order another phone this week 10/10
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Silver - Unlocked
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Silver - Unlocked
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
30/08/2024
Ian M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 18/06/2026, United Kingdom.
The phone arrived quickly. I ordered the good option and it is immaculate. I can’t find any blemish worth mentioning. The website provides full spec list and comparison which which I found very helpful as I don’t need anything posh but do need certain features so it enabled me to ensure that I got what I needed. I’ve bought several items from backmarket and trust the brand. I also find the trade-in useful. It takes the edge off of the price of an iPhone. Buying refurbished supports the smaller businesses and I’m happy with that.
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Graphite - Unlocked
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Graphite - Unlocked
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
05/06/2026
John H.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 12/05/2025, United Kingdom.
Another brilliant purchase from a really good company providing refurbished tech. My iPhone 13 Pro Max looked like it had come straight from the factory. Pristine, all working and such speedy delivery. Cannot recommend Backmarket enough.
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Graphite - Unlocked
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Graphite - Unlocked
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
01/05/2025
Paul D.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 23/02/2025, United Kingdom.
My wife needed a new iphone as her old one had packed up, I have never bought a reconditioned phone before so this is my first time using Backmarket, I chose the iphone 13 pro max, and decided to use the staff pick of good, I was naturally apprehensive about it. The phone turned up the next day and I was blown away by the condition, very hard to see any marks on it whatsoever, so happy with it that I am now about to order a Pixel 8 Pro for myself, again in good condition, fingers crossed it will also be superb. Big thank you to Backmarket and will defineately recommend you to others.
iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB - Alpine Green - Unlocked
iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB - Alpine Green - Unlocked
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
13/02/2025

iPhone 13 Pro Max questions, answered

es, the iPhone 13 Pro Max is still worth buying in 2026. From £349 refurbished versus £1,049 new, it runs iOS 26 on an A15 Bionic chip and packs a triple 12MP camera with 3x optical zoom, Cinematic Mode, ProRes video, and 28 hours of video playback. It doesn't support Apple Intelligence (which requires an A17 Pro or A18 chip) and uses a Lightning connector, but for most users it delivers a genuine flagship experience at a fraction of the original price. Not sure which model fits you? Find the best iPhone for your needs.
Both phones share the same A15 Bionic chip, triple 12MP camera (main, ultrawide, 3x telephoto), Cinematic Mode, ProRes video, and full iOS 26 compatibility. The differences come down to screen size and battery life:
iPhone 13 Pro
iPhone 13 Pro Max
Screen
6.1-inch
6.7-inch
Weight
204g
240g
Battery life
22 hours video playback
28 hours video playback
Best for
One-handed use
Big-screen, all-day stamina
The Pro Max is heavier and harder to use one-handed. But, if you prioritise battery life and screen real estate, it's the clear choice.
The iPhone 13 Pro Max and the iPhone 14 Pro Max both run iOS 26, so there's no software gap between them. The 14 Pro Max adds an Always-On display, Dynamic Island, and a 48MP main camera. Both models use a Lightning connector. The A15 versus A16 Bionic performance difference is minimal for everyday use. At £349 refurbished versus considerably more for the 14 Pro Max, the 13 Pro Max is the smarter value buy if Dynamic Island and Apple Intelligence aren't priorities.
The iPhone 13 Pro Max has the longest battery life of any iPhone 13 model: up to 28 hours of video playback on a full charge. Every refurbished iPhone on Back Market is guaranteed to arrive with verified battery health, checked as part of the up to 100-point professional inspection. Battery condition is also covered under the 12-month commercial warranty. You can verify your battery health at any point via Settings > Battery > Battery Health and Charging.
Back Market has four condition grades, each describing cosmetic appearance only. Every device is guaranteed 100% functional regardless of grade, and professionally inspected before listing.
Fair: Visible signs of use
Good: Light scratches, barely noticeable; from
Excellent: Minimal to no visible cosmetic wear;
Premium: The highest cosmetic standard, closest to box-fresh
Grades reflect how a device looks, not how it performs.
Back Market is a trusted place to buy refurbished iPhones, with every seller vetted through a strict quality charter and continuously monitored. Here's what you get:
Prices from £349 (versus £1,049 new)
An up to 100-point professional inspection on every listed device
12-month commercial warranty backed by the Back Market Promise
30 days to change your mind and return if needed
Four condition grades: Fair, Good, Excellent, Premium all guaranteed 100% functional
Yes, buying a refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max is measurably better for the environment. Choosing refurbished over new avoids approximately 77 kg of CO2e emissions and prevents around 243 kg of raw materials (minerals, water, and energy) from being extracted for new device manufacturing. Around 80% of a smartphone's entire carbon footprint is created at the factory, before the device is ever switched on. Buying refurbished sidesteps almost all of that. Since 2014, Back Market has helped avoid 2.2 million tonnes of CO2e across all devices sold on the platform (Back Market calculation, based on the ADEME 2022 study).

Everything you ever wanted to know about the iPhone 13 Pro Max

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128 GBStorage
iPhone 13 Pro MaxModel
1284 x 2778Resolution
0.99SAR head
iOSOS
GraphiteColour
0,76 cmDepth
AppleBrand
6 GBMemory (GB)

The iPhone 13 Pro Max combines advanced technology with a sleek design, making it a top choice for users who demand performance and quality. Released in September 2021, this model is still relevant for those seeking a high-end smartphone experience.

Key features:

Release Date: September 2021
Display: 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display
Processor: A15 Bionic chip with 6-core CPU
Camera: Triple 12MP camera system with Night mode and ProRAW
Connectivity: 5G compatible for high-speed internet access.

Who is this for?

The iPhone 13 Pro Max is ideal for professionals, content creators, and anyone who uses their smartphone for photography or video production. Its large display and powerful performance make it suitable for multitasking and media consumption.

Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Exceptional camera capabilities for photography enthusiasts.	Size may be cumbersome for one-handed use.
Stunning display with vibrant colours and high brightness.	No charger included in the box, which may require an additional purchase.

Why refurbished?

Opting for a refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max is a smart choice for those looking to enjoy premium features without the new device price tag. Each device is rigorously tested to ensure it meets Back Market’s quality standards. Learn more about our quality standards.

Storage: 128 GB
Model: iPhone 13 Pro Max
Resolution: 1284 x 2778
SAR head: 0.99
OS: iOS
Colour: Graphite
Depth: 0,76 cm
Brand: Apple
Memory (GB): 6 GB
Carrier compatibility: Unlocked
Colour (official name): Graphite
Screen size (in): 6.7
Mobile network: 5G
Compatible with latest Update: Yes
Front camera: 12 megapixels
Width: 7,81 cm
Year of Release: 2021
Foldable: No
Connector: Lightning
SIM card: Physical SIM + eSIM
Main camera: 12 megapixels
Serie: Apple iPhone 13
Screen type: Super Retina XDR OLED
Height: 16,08 cm
SD Card Slot: No
SAR body: 0.98
Weight: 238 g
Manufacturer Ref: A2643

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