Apple iPhone Air

 

47th best phone of 2025 (~$999)

Reviews  

Overall phone rating and the reviews that impact it.

86

1st review by

86

6th review by

70

2nd review by

79

GSMCritic Score

80

5th review by

70

3rd review by

80

4th review by

* how the score is calculated?

Last update: 2025-09-29

Pros

Human Checked Mobile Phone Pros&Cons With Quality Mark
Camera
Surprisingly strong camera: Sharp, detailed photos from single lens.
Performance
Flagship-class performance: Handles demanding apps and games with ease.
Design
Absurdly thin body: Extremely slim design that feels like an engineering showcase.
Rigid titanium frame: Maintains durability and prevents flex despite slimness.
Lightweight and pocket-friendly: Almost weightless and comfortable to carry.
Minimalist industrial design: Sleek, modern aesthetic that pairs well with software.
Better durability than expected: Tougher than its thin design suggests.
Display
Vibrant OLED display: Strong color reproduction and excellent brightness.
120 Hz refresh rate: Smooth performance for scrolling, apps, and menus.
Battery
Respectable battery life: Lasts a full day despite slim chassis.
Software
Polished iOS 26 experience: Refined animations and cohesive interface.
Connectivity
Reliable wireless connectivity: Solid LTE/5G signal, even in weaker areas.
Cons
Human Checked Mobile Phone Pros&Cons With Quality Mark
Camera
Restrictive single camera: No telephoto or ultra-wide versatility.

Performance
Thermal hotspot under load: Noticeable heating during gaming or multitasking.

Design
Slim design undermined by case: Protective case cancels the device’s main appeal.

Battery
Slow 20 W charging: Lags behind modern flagship charging speeds.

Shortest-lasting iPhone 17 variant: Battery lags behind other models.

Price
Outdated USB 2 transfer speeds: Poor for large file transfers at this price.

Audio
Weak speaker audio: Thin sound from single channel, not premium enough.

Connectivity
No mmWave 5G support: Missing ultra-fast connectivity in supported regions.

Other
Lower value at $999: Competitors offer more features for less.

Rankings


ranking-point The Best Phone Of 2025: #47


ranking-point The Largest Screen Size Of 2025: #56

ranking-point The Smallest Screen Size Of 2025: #11

ranking-point The Lightest Phone Of 2025: #4

ranking-point The Thinnest Phone Of 2025: #1

ranking-point The Fastest Charging Speed Of 2025: #67

ranking-point The Highest Screen To Body Ratio Of 2025: #30

ranking-point The Cheapest Phone Of 2025: #42