iPhone 15 Review: To Plus or To Pro?

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In our iPhone 15 review, we take a look at all the new features and tell you whether you should upgrade, get the iPhone 15 Plus, or the iPhone 15 Pro series.
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01:58 Aging Like Fine Wine
04:48 New Matte...rial
06:22 Look Ma! No Notch
07:31 Brighter Than Ever
08:41 No Action Button
09:38 Ka-Chow, Lightning!
10:42 Don't Panic, It's Bionic
12:15 Produce 48 MP
15:44 Buyer's Guide: iPhone 15 or 15 Pro?
16:42 Buyer's Guide: iPhone 15 or 15 Plus?
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[@kreigerbailey3550]

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[@binoddebbarma157]

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[@AverageMomBruh]

I have always gotten the pro’s this was the first year I got settled for the regular pink 15 😁 I miss my third camera but so far the regular 15 is doing just fine, really no difference.

[@jjoyojoyy]

Went from 14 pro to the 15 pink. I love it and don’t regret it at all. Didn’t use any of the pro features anyways. I love the color

[@rathdehoust6786]

Super helpful - I'm going with the Plus now - thanks

[@lindawilson7377]

Love the Richmond hoodie. Great content and informative

[@valeria-zi7gs]

Great video! I got regular iphone 15 in pink and i just love it! I' ve always had pro' s series, but not this year, and I' m absolutely happy of my choice!

[@sandcastlesp]

Incredible. This was one of the best breakdowns. I love your categories and how you've compared them. I wish you were my apple rep specialist at the store, because then i would not be going back there now 3-4 times trying to figure out which phone is right for me. ha. I think i should've gone 15 plus after all the research. Thanks

[@markholle3450]

This was probably the best explanation for choosing Pro and Plus that I’ve seen. Your choices for analyzing new features gave a good perspective as to whether it was worth it for just about anyone. Great work. I chose the base 15 based primarily on by price. Apple delivered a lot to this model so I don’t feel much regret. As you say, nice to have.

[@xsakisaki]

Wait this video was literally MADE for me I was contemplating for a while whether or not to “downgrade” from the 14 pro max to 15 plus because of the pink! Thank you for this video! 💗

[@lormor460]

I did 💘. I gave my husband my 14 pro max. It was just too heavy and it had more features than I needed and never used. I love the pink, and the lighter weight, which are more important than the 3rd camera. I usually just watch videos, make calls, text, and take a few pictures.

[@PSy84]

⁠​⁠@@lormor460and you get 24mp to all your photos as default with 15 plus...longest battery life of all iPhones while being lightweight. The best base iPhone models since the beginning as they have dynamic island and almost have telephoto by cropping 48mp photos

[@zbrittanybrowning177]

Literally what I’m deciding now. I wanna downgrade/upgrade from the 14 pro max to the pink 15 base model. 14pro max is just too heavy and big.

[@sagarjain9111]

Always happy to see your review videos ! 😊

[@birger4788]

I got 14 PRO last year, as the cameras are important to me. Regular 14 wasn’t an option. And love the dynamic island and the always-on display. This year I might have gone with the regular, huge camera updates, don’t think I would have missed the 3x that much since I get 2x with 12MP. 24MP shots and the portrait function are great. Would I’ve missed 48MP Pro Raw? And the always-on? Barely considering I get a cheaper lighter phone. But I’m stuck with my 14 Pro a couple of more years, aiming at iPhone 18 or so..

[@heyemji]

It's the first time watching your video again after a long time, and I definitely appreciate you setting yourself apart from the rest of the reviewers out there. Keep it up! I love this approach

[@yashasrani7369]

Hi Michael, well explained... I am going to book my 15, post your video and good explanation... Thanks ❤

[@eunicebluu]

i love this type of review, subscribed!

[@veronicasilva475]

I have always got the pro phones but this year with titanium build 😢I had reaction to. So I had to return the pro. And I got the the regular 15. And I can’t tell the difference much. They definitely made this year’s regular iPhones amazing.

[@ibnbakrrr8823]

Dash me your former ios 😢

[@TheYearOfJerome]

i downgraded from the deep purple 14 pro max just for the pink. 😂

[@oc3144]

what do you mean you had a reaction? like an allergic reaction?

[@veronicasilva475]

@@oc3144 yes allergic reaction not to the titanium but to the coding that they put over the titanium I was very itchy too and I swelled up and got hives so I had to return it especially because I change my case at least twice today

[@jamesaaronmanarang]

Just decide according to your usage.

[@user-yu4rs2zr7w]

Really helpful info on your report on how to determine which one to buy.

[@andreidivina6986]

Underrated Yt channel🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@Stitchy_0626]

I am getting a 15 plus and so excited

[@reymondortiz8258]

Nice review❤

[@ZoeyGlitter]

I found this video really helpful, thank you 👏🏻🧚‍♀️

[@Cjmboo]

i’m keeping my 13 pro max till the 17 pro max come out i don’t see a need to upgrade my phone plus i love the stainless steel look

[@shyhaadclark3115]

got the black 15 plus i love it coming from standard 13

[@totamendez9999]

I had a Pro. I don't use all the bell and whistles on it I went for the 15 Plus. Love the battery life!

[@erichill414]

I love my 15 and couldn’t care less about 120hz.

[@ImEmilyThorne]

I have an iPad Pro and can’t even tell the difference of 120hz. So I’m going for the 15

[@PSy84]

@@ImEmilyThorneand videos are at 60hz and 30hz anyway

[@marinamekael1214]

Me too , I love my iPhone 15 it’s beautiful phone

[@bees_nail_art82]

I'm getting the pink iPhone 15 I'm the same doesn't bother me

[@davidmacesr.2557]

Just ordered 15 from T-Mobile blue

[@make725daily1]

I admire your relentless effort in producing such quality content! It's truly inspiring... - "Hard work opens doors that talent alone can't..."

[@jorged4763]

I am going to the 15 from the xs, thanks for your video!

[@karenstreater5924]

I love your videos ❤

[@antlove2k3]

I had the 15 pro for a week. Never touched the action button and it had terrible battery life. I returned it for the 15 plus.

[@kmk8223]

Love the pink colour, but I would love to have the extra feature of pro max.

[@levimoura8086]

The Produce 48 MP pun was just pure gold

[@holyallyssa1995]

Upgrading from iPhone 11 to 15 pro since I needed the quicker file transfer & fast charging

[@TahoeRnnr]

Got the regular and it’s great! Love how lightweight it is. Not missing promotion as much as I thought I would. Screen is excellent

[@huajie666liu8]

When can we see 10x optical zoom on regular iphones? I am waiting and waiting.

[@jeffyu8854]

I bought the 15 pro max which isb 3.2 gen 2 cable do you think i should buy?

[@prasa_yolo]

my iphone 15 also heats a lot during charging. When contacted support they say during charging its normal to get heat. Apple fix of 17.0.3 did not work here

[@Mannbhavna]

I have iPhone 14 and get this one same year before 1 months launching iPhone 15. Do need I go for 15 plus.

[@ColonelLucario]

I must admit that the iPhone 15 Pro/Max is really interesting I surely gonna upgrade in a few years to the Pro lineup (I’m currently on the iPhone 13) But just sad that the x5 zoom is only available on the Pro Max Hopefully it gonna be on the Pro model next year But how are the portrait photos with the x5 ? Are they too close compared to the x3 ?

[@TheYearOfJerome]

the 3x from the 14 pro max is already too close for me.

[@jamesaaronmanarang]

Just buy a phone according to your usage. If you are just a casual camera user, then iPhone 13 is enough.

[@MarkAntonNMarco]

one of the favorite tech reviewer. 😎😎😎😎

[@oneflesh4eva]

Michael you just popped into my feed and I’m so glad you did. I simply loved your video but I still can’t make a decision although you made getting a “non pro model” a lot easier. That pink and green is calling for me. Geez🤦🏾‍♀️

[@DarkPa1adin]

Thanks! Can you do the same for Pixel 8 please

[@vvorthabilly]

9:30 misspoke or...? You said you only get an option to turn 💡 on/off but that's what the shortcut allows. It's unclear what you meant by that takeaway.

[@pkn4791]

My best friend just bought the iPhone 15 pro max (256gb) Titanium black model.. Right after watching this video. I convinced him to get one cause it'll be his 1st iPhone ever in his entire life. He's 33 and he's rocking the 15 PM. Meanwhile I'm watching this on my iPhone 13 (256gb) variant. Will be keeping this iPhone in the next 2-3 more years since I've bought this way back in 2021. Before upgrading to the latest 16 or 17 PM models. Thanks for this video Michael Josh, shoutout from the Philippines! Mabuhay!

[@daniloanobar1747]

I plan to buy iphone 15 plus Sr can use suggest what color is good pink,green ,powder blue

[@jomercarbonel6429]

Is it possible to use a thurderbolt cable to charge the Pro Max?

[@omersagduyu1266]

İphone 15 Pro 128 GB starts from 2320 US dollars and regular 15 128gb from 1800 US dollars in Turkey. Do you think it is worth buying at this price?

[@rahulk21_]

can you pls comment on the battery experience difference between 15 and 15 pro. I dont want bigger phones(plus/max models). Really wanted the 15 pro because of always on display but hearing bad reviews of battery on 15 pro.

[@MatthewVlossak]

Average of 7 hours of screen time

[@pabitra8343]

I don't know from which iphone but the unlock and icon taking place layer by layer in the home screen animation in iphone is still best and unchanged...... everybody copies that but still they are not that good! 😮

[@mijan-store2067]

Wow...I love it😮😮😮

[@needblinds2592]

I cry this morning I love you ps 62 we live in Australia god bless you lovely ps I got the plus blue also samsung 23 plus

[@damnhockey]

Thanks for the wonderful detailed review. I am using an iPhone 15 Plus 256GB, very nice. I love the 48MP images. You make it very clear and reviews like yours is so important to users like myself. Prices are expensive in Canada. But the 15 Plus is worth it.

[@redreika777]

My favorite phone was the Iphone 7 gold rose for a long time. If the Pro-Max had a pink version I would have gotten a pro, but the 15 Pink one is absolutely my favorite now!!!

[@michaelhinson424]

I just paid off my iPhone 13 mini and I really like the smaller size. So it’s a no for me to upgrade this year.

[@jamtime79]

Going from the product red 11 to the blue color standard 15. Closest thing to white and I’m not a pro user, just a basic user of email, web surfing, etc..

[@HariKrishnan-eh3iv]

Thinking of buying a regular iphone 15.. Is there any major heating issues in this device..?? Can any of the ip15 user give me a genuine review!?

[@AlexanderLindo]

Rock on! 🤘

[@rebel.taylord]

I have the 13 mini, then got myself the 14 pro max as a treat because I really liked the dynamic island. But it was too heavy. My wrist started hurting 8 months in so after a few more months I sold it and use my 13 mini again. Love the 13 mini. But the iPhone 15 is so pretty, I'm so tempted. A part of me feels silly going from 14 pro max to standard 15. 😞

[@chris7077]

don't feel silly. I'm a 6ft male and returned the 14pm bc it was way too heavy and uncomfortable. Then went to a 14 pro, and now a 13 mini. It's all about comfort for me. No use in having a phone that is extremely uncomfortable to use

[@reefye007]

Damn, the same progress with phone models and sizes here. agile single handed operations and typing is inconceivable with larger ones than the mini. @@chris7077

[@potholeinsurance]

Just keep your 13 mini. You don’t need a new one, the 13 mini is a great phone too.

[@loganhill364]

I got the 15 plus from the 13 and it really does feel great to use, ive had both 13 pro and 13 and the 15 plus definitely is light and feels nice in your hand.

[@nikhilgoud9124]

Is there any heating issues ?

[@MJHmarc]

I love my iPhone 14 plus, helped a friend to buy a 15 plus.

[@ernestbuckstarr]

Nice review. Thank you. I tried both the 15 pro and the 15. For me, the lightweight and elegant style of the 15 in black was the best choice. I believe the 15 has more than enough functionality for all but true professional media people. PS I did an outdoor camera test comparing the iPhone 12 versus the 15. Shooting outdoors downtown in the park, portraits of people also close-ups of flowers etc. In Random comparison of well composed shots, it was really hard to tell the difference between photos from the 12 and the 15. The 13 mini continues to be my daily Carry. 🍀

[@abbymangelen162]

I have 14 pro max but I like to have the 15 plus. It looks more aesthetic

[@Solidcancer07]

What a well catagorised and thought out review. Glad the algorithm surfaced this video. I personally went with the 15 Pro Max (upgrading from a SE 2016 lol). It’s certainly a treat. The normal 15 is such a good upgrade though too, especially given dynamic island

[@Vina2579]

I love Micheal Josh for his reviews regardless of what product it is, hes very honest and is great in stating juxtapose for each reviews he made. More power to GadgetMatch and to you Micheal Josh❤

[@arinimardatika3921]

How about heating issues? Plz someone give the review

[@migsgarcia]

Michael Josh is a diamond dog. Nice drip!

[@dlish984]

I have the iPhone 15 and it’s really good. I’m glad I skipped the pro this year

[@wht-rabt-obj]

One of the main reasons I chose the 15 Plus is because I wanted the traditional mute switch. That and I really wanted pink 😂

[@chrstianlau]

;where did you got them wallpapers from? 9:53

[@sanjaymaurya8422]

I'm going to purchase iPhone 15 plus

[@CadZz04]

I would go for the 15 plus without any problems, the only drawback is the 60Hz. I don't know how quickly I'll get used to the regression, but I'd like to try it out.

[@chris7077]

you won't even notice after about 2 min of use, trust me

[@kod4130]

Only gamers will notice the difference

[@rejoice37]

Keep low power mode on for a few days if ur fine with your screen refresh rate like that then u can use the iPhone 15 plus

[@yassimob3868]

I went from 120hz to 60hz and it's totally fine. I actually don't feel the difference, the 15 is sooo responsive and quick

[@goat6383]

I have the 12 pro and I would like to go for 15 Plus would it be a significant change?

[@nikesh64]

For which phone you went. I am also having 12 pro, confused between 15 plus and 15 pro.

[@ignaciolasserre9628]

@@nikesh64I had the same. I went for 15 plus and my sister bought 15 pro. Battery life difference is HUGE

[@ZombieKiller_whiteowl]

i love so much that pink🥰

[@saleh3521]

9:30 i dont get it. You wanted it to turn on and off your hue lights and you found shortcut that does exaclty that, turn them on or off. Isnt that what you wanted? Or did you want more but didnt mention it in the video. And so turning them on and off does nothing to you. Because based on what you said, the action button does exactly what you wanted it. So i dont get why you're unhappy. Is there a missing information?

[@mwehpakonne]

I think he can only do one or the other. So if he programs it to turn the lights off, when they are off he cannot use the action button to turn them on.

[@dyaehmacarulay8638]

Still happy with my Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max

[@ckadj131820]

I originally planning to get the pink phone but pro raw got me buying the 15 pro. But still, I badly want the pink one! 😭

[@abbywang4190]

I am planning to switch from Android to iphone. I would say 15 plus looks like a proper start.

[@bees_nail_art82]

I heard the iphone 15 doesn't have macro mode?

[@warrengaskin3863]

Having lived with a Promotion display for the past 10 months it would be hard to go back to a 60 hertz display, I also like the option of a AWD. The price difference between the two phones is not great and with device payment contracts its hardly noticeable, I see little reason to settle for the non Pro iPhones

[@yassimob3868]

I had the 13 pro before and now I got the 15 plus and I don't know what they did but the 15 plus with only 60hz feel like almost the same. It's not even noticeable for me now. It's crazy. Meanwhile on the 13 pro when I had the battery save mode turned on and the display was changed and locked to 60hz again, I felt the difference surely. I am really confused and I am even doubting that the displays of the 15's are even 60hz. Ofc Apple doesn't lie about it but it feels so good and responsive

[@CAboy]

Love the Flag!

[@relaxationmusiccertified3684]

Dynamic Island is still a gimmick. It's still very easy to just switch apps to see progresses.

[@i-vernsimphonique2458]

I have the iPhone 15 in blue and am loving it :) The battery life is great (will get to charge the phone 2 or 3 days later while in dual SIM mode), the camera is indeed a very good upgrade (from a 13) and the call function/quality (video/audio) are very good + clear. Regards from sg....

[@luson8241]

Normally how much screen time do you get after every charge

[@elishachua6263]

12:17 Can't believe a tech video would make me miss Iz*one again

[@AaronFigFront]

You forget that regular 15 is getting dual frequency gps this year.

[@pravinyeram9437]

I am going for an iphone 15 plus. It has a great battery backup.

[@iamneilzentro]

15 plus ♥ but i'm still enjoying my 11. and i really don't have the 💸

[@8balldave3]

I'm gonna still keep my 13 pro along with a android phone a Huawei p30 pro..

[@benjaminbarkley9057]

how you got the p30 pro?

[@15heartz]

Long story short get anyone except the 15 pro. No pro benefits plus the worst battery

[@josephpepe2607]

I’m sticking with the pro

[@ankitabhagat8237]

Bought a brand new iPhone 15. But the battery is draining very fast

[@GuessWhat107]

All reviewers who are gushing over the iphones' curves must have hated their sharp sides all this while but they didn't tell us.

[@elliekim6666]

I hate the Dynamic Island. Honestly I was thinking about buying an iPhone 13 Pro to avoid it over the 15 pro I got .

[@muhammadhamadhasan4466]

every other youtuber says both have same main sensor and aperture size is f 1.78. only u is saying 1.6....😇

[@mikeodriscoll982]

If you were debating between the 15 or 15 pro, I would recommend getting the iPhone 14 pro… the 15 is essentially a repacked iPhone 14 pro, and you get promotion display and it’s gone down in price!

[@TheYearOfJerome]

but there’s no pink option - a legit concern. i downgraded from a deep purple 14 pro max just for that. promotion and 3x zoom is so so, i can live without both.

[@mikeodriscoll982]

@@TheYearOfJerome that’s fair I wanted green, but it was too… frosted for me, so I went with the 15 pro max

[@TheYearOfJerome]

@@mikeodriscoll982 apple can choose to make muted versions of exciting colors for their pro phones, but they continuously don’t. deep purple was great albeit too dark, but i’ve always been a pink guy. pastel orange would’ve been perfect as well. anyway, as they say, “congratulations on your new iphone” 👌

[@katinasoutherland7693]

​@@TheYearOfJeromethat's so funny you sound like me.

[@namechecksout6300]

L take

[@sushilsingh4818]

iphone should give 90 hz display this time for iphone 15 as well. It’s sad to see 80 k iphone still came with 60 hz display.

[@cj4608]

pink ❤

[@user-de1ez3oc6u]

Should I keep my iphone 14 pro max or iphone 15?

[@zbrittanybrowning177]

I’m switching to the 15. 14 pro max isn’t comfortable to use anymore.

[@sereyvathheng7262]

You write Forward wrong.

[@DailyMot32]

I am happy with my 14plus… I will upgrade once Apple release a flip phone. 😉

[@jamesanise4472]

I think I'm gonna get the iPhone 15.

[@maicholor2849]

Released on 22 Sept, 7 Oct today, hmmmm!

[@unholydonuts]

I would lose track of time if I fell in love with a pink iPhone.