Which iPhone for €400? The best certified picks
Which iPhone for €400?
Published: 21 July 2026
€400 does not buy a new iPhone at the Apple Store.
But in certified, that band opens more choice than you might think.
Currency: France = € (not HK$)
On gigglefone.fr, everything is in euros (€). An HK$ price seen in a Hong Kong article is not the France price — do not convert it to decide.
At €400, what can you aim for?
Ballpark summer 2026 (certified Giggle Fone, check the same day):
| Model | Suggested grade | Indicative price | For whom |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 13 128 GB | A | about €330–430 | daily use, first iPhone |
| iPhone 13 Pro 128 GB | B / C | about €400–480 | triple camera, 120 Hz |
| iPhone 14 128 GB | B | about €400–500 | newer, crash detection |
| iPhone 12 Pro 128 GB | A / B | about €320–420 | Pro look, controlled budget |
Today’s prices: Good deals · Product catalog
3 ways to spend €400 well
Option 1: “newer” → iPhone 14 (grade B)
Recent generation, better battery endurance, crash detection. Grade B has light marks, but the same functions as grade A — invisible with a case.
Option 2: “Pro experience” → iPhone 13 Pro (grade B/C) or 12 Pro
The iPhone 13 Pro has a ProMotion display up to 120 Hz, a triple camera and a steel frame. The iPhone 12 Pro also has a triple camera and a steel frame, but not ProMotion (60 Hz). Standard-model money for a Pro feel and better photos.
Option 3: “most reliable” → iPhone 13 (grade A)
You are not chasing the latest: healthy battery, clean looks, software support still long. Grade A ≈ new to the eye.
Quick guide: you are…?
| Profile | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Student / first iPhone | iPhone 13 grade A | reliable, healthy battery, warranty |
| Photo / games | iPhone 13 Pro grade B | triple camera + 120 Hz at a reachable price |
| Wants recent | iPhone 14 grade B | recent generation, functions OK |
| Parent / relative | iPhone 12/13 grade A | strong battery life, familiar interface |
At this price, why certified beats private used
For the same €400, certified gives you:
- 80+ inspection points per unit (screen, Face ID, cameras, battery)
- Battery ≥ 85% guaranteed
- Transparent grades A/B/C, readable price
- One device, one photo: the real unit on
/d - 6-month warranty + 14-day returns
Between private sellers, €400 can buy a higher model… with the risk of tampering / iCloud / zero after-sales. At this budget, better to buy peace of mind than luck.
60-second checklist
- €400 budget locked in euros
- Model + storage chosen
- Grade A / B / C aligned with grades
- Unit checked on
/d - Today’s price re-read on Good deals
Ready to buy
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