Vodafone deal slashes £360 off Apple’s latest smartphone with ‘phenomenal battery life’

APPLE’s latest budget iPhone just dropped, and here’s how you can snag it for less.

Vodafone is shaving up to £360 off the brand-new iPhone 16e when you trade in an eligible device.

Apple iPhone 16e, 30GB data, £41.81/month (£30 upfront)
(Save £360 with trade-in bonus)

There’ve been some big moves in the smartphone world recently, with Apple’s latest release finally up for grabs.

Mobile providers like Vodafone are quick to dish out deals when a new iPhone lands, including this tempting trade-in offer.

Right now, you can trade in your old iPhone, say an iPhone 15 in good nick, and bag £260 in trade-in value.

But it gets better; if you trade in an eligible model, such as the iPhone XR or iPhone 14 Pro, Vodafone will add a £100 bonus on top.

To get the bonus, you’ll need to take your trade-in value as a monthly airtime saving or trade-in credit.

If you choose a bank transfer instead, you’ll still get the standard trade-in value, just without the extra £100.

To snag this saving, trade in an eligible phone in-store or use the Trade-in Tool in the My Vodafone app and order an iPhone 16 in the same transaction.

The best deal I found gets you the iPhone 16e with 30GB of data for just £41.81/month and £30 upfront.

Just bear in mind, the price will rise to £43.61 on April 1, 2026, which Vodafone is upfront about.

This offer is exclusive to Vodafone, which has been dishing out some stellar savings on the latest tech recently.

Just this month, the provider ran a similar deal, knocking £100 off Google’s latest Android flagship.

Now it’s the turn of Apple’s newest release, the iPhone 16e, which hit shelves on February 28 and is already turning heads with a new look and features.

Positioned as Apple’s new “budget” model, the iPhone 16e is a welcome upgrade from the ageing iPhone SE line.

With a more modern design and features that bring it closer to Apple’s flagship models, it’s a no-brainer for anyone looking to upgrade without splurging on a Pro Max.

It boasts a bigger and better battery, with up to 26 hours of video playback, and gone is the Home Button seen on the SE line.

If your current contract is nearing its end, or you’re considering switching networks, this Vodafone deal is a fantastic opportunity for new customers.

And if you’re still on the fence, check out our Tech expert Sean Keach’s early iPhone 16e review.

Sean was impressed by the latest iPhone’s “phenomenal battery” and dubbed it “one of the best-value smartphones available today.”

Our Deputy Editor, Matt Breen, has also rounded up all the latest iPhone 16e pre-order deals for you to check out, including some incredible freebies.

For those looking beyond handsets, we’ve also rounded up the best SIM-only deals from all the major providers.

Apple iPhone 16e, 30GB data, £41.81/month (£30 upfront)
(Save £360 with trade-in bonus)