iPhone 18 Pro Max Price: $1,299 for 256GB, Up $100
The iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299 for 256GB, $100 more than the iPhone 17 Pro Max. It went on sale September 18. Here are the dated prices, the carrier and trade-in offers reported so far, and a five-step check before you pay.
What is the lowest total you would pay for Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB today?
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- Want to avoid overpaying
- Will check trade-in and storage
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iPhone 18 Pro Max prices and offers
Apple raised the price $100, and the savings now come from trade-ins and carrier plans.
- $1,299 for 256GB: MacRumors (September 9, 2026) reported the Pro Max starting there and the Pro at $1,199, each $100 above the iPhone 17 equivalent, which it called a smaller jump than analysts had floated. Both now come in 2TB for the first time. We found no source listing the 512GB, 1TB and 2TB prices.
- September 12 and 18: iClarified (September 12, 2026) reported preorders opening September 12 and first deliveries on September 18, with 20 more countries on September 25.
- Apple: MacRumors (September 9, 2026) reported trade-in credit of up to $1,200 for an iPhone 14 or newer, and Apple Upgrade monthly plans from $34.99 over 24 months.
- Carriers, per MacRumors (September 12, 2026): AT&T offered up to $1,200 off with a trade-in in any condition on Next Up Anytime or a switch. T-Mobile offered up to $1,200 off with an eligible trade-in on an eligible unlimited plan. Verizon offered up to $1,200 on a 36-month plan, paid as monthly credits.
- The amounts are "up to" figures. Trade-in value depends on the phone and its condition.
The free Zroppix extension puts that history on the Amazon listing itself: the last 90 days of price for the exact version you have open, a BUY or WAIT verdict based on where today's price sits in that range, and an alert if you would rather wait. No account is needed to see the history.
Is the listing at Apple's $1,299 price, or above it?
Open the iPhone 18 Pro Max on Amazon with Zroppix and check the seller and the price history for your storage size before you pay.
How to tell whether today's price is fair
We don't publish a price chart or a predicted price for the iPhone 18 Pro Max on this page, because we can't back one up with recorded data here. What we can give you is a method that works for any product, and the free Zroppix extension that applies it for you on the Amazon page.
- Confirm the exact version. Model year, size, colour and bundle can each change the price. Read the title and the variant selector, not just the headline.
- Open the price history. Use the Zroppix extension (90-day history on Amazon pages) or another tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa. Where Amazon shows its own price history link, use that too.
- Compare today's price with the lowest in the window. At or near the low is a fair price. A big "percent off" badge on its own proves little, as our guide to sale badges explains.
- Check who sells it. Amazon or the brand is safest. Compare against the manufacturer's own site, which may run separate promotions.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet, and decide on your own timeline. Nobody can tell you what the price will do next.
Work out what you'd really pay
- Storage: $1,299 is for 256GB. Check Apple's price for 512GB, 1TB and 2TB.
- Trade-in: check your phone's value in Apple's trade-in tool before you count on $1,200.
- Bill credits: carrier savings are paid monthly over 24 to 36 months, so leaving early can cost you.
- Unlocked or locked: check which one the Amazon listing sells and who the seller is.
We haven't tested the phone. Read independent reviews before you buy.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Counting the full $1,200. It is an "up to" figure.
- Comparing 256GB and 2TB prices.
- Missing the bill-credit terms.
- Assuming Amazon is cheaper. We found no Amazon price report.
Compare before you decide
If the price isn't right, or you want to compare options, these are worth a look.
Apple's largest Pro.
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Wireless charging.
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iPhone 18 Pro Max price reference points
Dated reports from named sources, not today's prices. Different models, sizes and sellers are priced differently.
| Date | Model | Reported price | Source | Check it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2026 | iPhone 18 Pro Max on sale | First deliveries and in-store | iClarified | Find cheaper → |
| Sep 12, 2026 | Carrier offers (AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon) | Up to $1,200 off with trade-in | MacRumors | Find cheaper → |
| Sep 9, 2026 | iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB | $1,299 (Pro $1,199), +$100 | MacRumors | Find cheaper → |
Honest pros and cons
What stands out
- Dated, sourced launch prices
- Carrier terms are summarised
- The price rise is stated
What to weigh
- Larger-size prices were not in our sources
- Offers change often
- We show no live prices
- We haven't tested the phone
Before you buy
A quick checklist for this purchase.
- Confirm the exact model in the listing title and variant selector.
- Check what's included: bundle, accessories, colour.
- Open the price history for that exact model.
- Compare today's price with the lowest in the window.
- Check the seller and the return window.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet.
Keep going
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the iPhone 18 Pro Max?
MacRumors reported $1,299 for 256GB on September 9, 2026, $100 above the 17 Pro Max. Check the live listing for your storage size.
When did the iPhone 18 Pro Max come out?
Preorders opened September 12 and first deliveries were September 18, 2026, per iClarified.
What is the best iPhone 18 Pro Max deal?
MacRumors reported carrier offers of up to $1,200 with a trade-in. The amount depends on your phone and plan.
Is the iPhone 18 Pro Max more than the 17 Pro Max?
Yes, by $100, according to MacRumors.
Will it be cheaper on Black Friday?
We can't predict that. Black Friday is November 27, 2026.
Will it be cheaper on Black Friday?
We can't predict that. Black Friday is November 27 and Cyber Monday is November 30, 2026. Set an alert and check the history first.
How do I check the price history?
Install the free Zroppix extension for a 90-day history on Amazon pages, or use a tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa.
A $1,299 phone is worth a price check
Compare the Amazon listing with Apple's price and your trade-in value.
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How this page was made. Written by the Zroppix team with AI assistance (Claude, from Anthropic). Prices and facts can change after a page is written, so check the retailer’s own page before you buy. This page has no affiliate links. We make Zroppix and sell Zroppix Pro, a paid plan.