Customer Ratings & Reviews

The iPhone XS is essentailly the PERFECTED iPhone X. It’s display is beautiful. It’s bright (though I wish it was brighter) very vivid, bold, and sharp. The camera is outstanding and as usual, iOS is very smooth. The A12 chip dishes out almost unbeatable performance. It also packs a 5.8 inch screen (larger than the 5.5 inch of the plus model iPhones) into a much smaller body. If the XS Max is too big for you, this phone is still very excellent. It also starts out at only 64gb of storage. For me, 64 gigabytes is more than enough, but for other users they may need to get the 256 or 512gb version. Pros: -Amazing Screen -Very Fast -Good Form Factor -Beautiful Camera -Gold finish is GORGEOUS -Gigabit-class LTE is fast Cons: -Battery life is not amazing -Expensive -Screen is not incredibly bright (hard to see outdoors) Summary: Overall, the iPhone XS is an exceptional phone. If you are someone who needs more battery life I would advise getting the Apple XS battery case. But for the average user, I think this will easily get you through the day. The camera provides great color accuracy and almost professional-quality video and beautiful photos. Almost nothing can make this phone stutter, and iOS is very smooth. Is it worth it over the XR? In my opinion yes. The XR is $250 cheaper with the same main camera, same chip, and slightly larger scree, but it has many drawbacks. I think the OLED display, telephoto lens, gigabit-class LTE, pretty stainless steel bands, and IP68 water resistance over the IP67 of the XR are worth it. But know that if you can’t afford that extra $250, the XR is still a great phone with a beautiful LCD display. Below are some photos I took with the XS.

To preface my review, I upgraded from an iphone 6. Therefore, this phone has been an eye opener! I can’t get over how fast everything works. Toggling between home screens, and between apps is smooth and unbelievably fast. The battery lasts way longer than I expected (it’s 9pm and at 85%, with me using it through the day). The OLED screen is super bright, even when I have it on about 1/5 brightness, and the colors so rich. And I really like that although the screen itself is a lot bigger than its predecessors (the 6, 7, 8), the phone is almost the same size. I’ve never wanted to go with one of the massive “Plus” phones just to have a bigger screen, and the full screen/no home button/minimum bevel accomplishes this. Also, despite what other have said, I don’t think the notch is a problem at all. As for some other specific features: Face ID—spot on. This will recognize my face ALWAYS, even with glasses on. It even reads my face in the dark with nothing on but the backlight of the phone (e.g. if I want to check the time or something in the middle of the night). And to see if I could throw it off, I have had a few people try to open it, which it wouldn’t do (excellent). It won’t even unlock with eyes closed (I tried!) Camera—hard to compare to iphone 6, as this is light years ahead. Loving the 2x lens and portrait modes. The ability to edit portrait mode photos after the fact, and change f-stops to control the bokeh is mind- boggling for a phone. Selfies still seem a little grainy, but only when all the way zoomed in, but the rear facing camera is taking fantastic photos. Great low light capabilities, and video is SO much improved. Very clear shots. Finally (I could go on and on), the lack of home button— I know there are many critics of this, but let me tell you, use it for a day, and you don’t even notice. I wasn’t a huge fan of the fingerprint ID (I have notoriously difficult-to-read fingerprints so it didn’t always work anyways), and the ability to just swipe up to go back to home is just as easy. You can also adjust your accessibility settings to create a “virtual home button” if you really want, but I don’t see it as necessary. Bottom line: it is super expensive, but I’m finding that this is worth the upgrade.

This is my 2nd IPhone and so far I couldn’t be happier with it. It is taking a little getting used to with the design changes but it has been rather painless. It would have been handy to have the often cried about 3.5mm jack, but I actually don’t miss it. The Face ID has worked quite nicely with no problems. It is a very fast operating phone and the battery life has been great. I can go almost 2 full days with limited use and nearly 18 hours with moderate to moderately heavy use. Quite thrilled!!

Finally upgraded my dinosaur Iphone 5s and am very happy. So much faster, I like the face recognition for easy access and the camera is nice. It's larger than my 5s but not as large as the 11, which I felt was too big for me and my pockets. Glad I got it at the reduced price, made the purchase so much easier. Transitioning everything was very easy through the Cloud.

Overpriced but isn’t everything anymore? I guess in the world of tech miniaturization is always pricey so smartphone costs rising shouldn’t be a big surprise especially since it is replacing the computer for so many people. Works great, great size, bigger yet not ridiculously so, sturdy....lots of storage, fast... great upgrade from the 7.

incredible upgrade from my old IPhone 6+ that I have been using for the past several years. It was finally time to break down and get a new phone although i didn't want a new payment, but Best Buy had the phone on sale unlike other retail stores. This phone has an incredible screen with stunning visuals. The processor upgrade that I experienced from my 6+ to this are incomparable with too many upgrades to even mention. The built in RAM is super fast, albeit you pay for that upgrade. perfect size for those not wanting a two-handed phone, that you can easily fit into your pocket.

I love the size of this phone. Easy to read the screen. Camera is solid and picture quality is terrific. My only complaint is the lack of a phone jack. Now I need to purchase an adaptor to use my preferred wired headphones but this is a minor issue. The speed of this phone is amazing and the speaker seems much better too.

This phone is a great upgrade from my older 6. Fast speed, more GB, good size, awesome photos. Only negative for me is the cost (of all phones) is pretty steep.

This I phone xs is the best update I have made, it is very fast, it is very easy to see, it is very user friendly, it has a great camera and takes really good pictures.The phone is a little bit on the heavy side but it will still carry comfortable inside my jeans or pockets .It is very pricey too

I should have never left Apple for Samsung. After years of Android, the whole Note and S Pen thing really looses it's allure and is more of a novelty. I was quickly reminded how well Apple streamlines all the aspects of the phone, apps, contacts, settings, email, etc. I can go on. The battery life is great. I left the house at 4am yesterday, came back at 6pm, still had 36% left. The glass backing feels sturdy, and the processor is really fast, especially noticeable on my Arlo app, which lagged on my Note 8.

I upgraded to the iPhone XS from the iPhone5. I waited several years to upgrade and I’m glad I finally did. I had no idea what I was missing out on! This phone is a little pricey it is worth it. Verizon lets you make monthly payments over a 2 year period. This phone is fast and beautiful. Big screen but not too big. Lots of great features and apps included. The camera is amazing! Really enjoying my new phone so far!

This is by far the best iPhone that I've owned. It's facial recognition has exceeded my expectations and the phone is a lot quicker in responding and with loading apps. I really enjoy having the same size screen as the iPhone 7 +, in a smaller form factor.

Great phone and has more features than I use. The phone is larger than an iPhone 6,7, or 8, so keep that in mind when buying. The screen is bright and works well. The phone is very responsive to touch and chip is fast. There is more than enough memory for most users and the camera is certainly upgraded.

Although I shoot with a DSRL camera, many iPhone XS shots are comparable, especially on an overcast day, landscapes. But it’s the speed between apps and processing that amazes me about Apple. And ease of use helps me get through complicated transactions.

I had a x but xs is hands down better. Battery , camera, speed it’s all just improved. I was reluctant because I had a x but Apple has done it again! They made great item better!

Picked up this phone when my iPhone X broke. It's a fine upgrade. The screen is clearer & battery life lasts longer. Faster, too, as all new generations of iPhones tend to be. I've read some complaints about the facial recognition. I haven't had that problem yet. It's actually faster than the X. With that said, this phone isn't one I'd run out to the store for. The improvements are marginal.

There will be a better one next year but as of now this is the top of the line, best iPhone money can buy. Face ID is reliable, the phone is extremely fast, and the extra screen space instead of the home button is awesome!

How can you not like it? It’s expensive, and yes, you can get many of the same features in more affordable models, but it is the best: Screen size, speed, camera...

Apple phones are reviewed everywhere. I upgraded from 6+. Likes - face recognition is amazingly effective, fast processor, nice display. Biggest problem - expensive.

Wow! What a screen!!! Love this iPhone. Fast response loading apps. Screen is very easy to type. Great upgrade from my iPhone 6s.