South Africa’s Apple fans have another reason to upgrade.
iStore, South Africa’s Apple Premium Partner, has confirmed nationwide availability of the new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, bringing Apple’s latest flagship lineup to customers across the country.
The new range is available with cellular contract options starting from R1,119 per month, while cash pricing starts at R28,799. Customers trading in eligible devices can access pricing from R11,699, according to iStore’s offering.
iStore says the new lineup is supported by flexible network options, trade-in opportunities, complimentary iCarePlus and expert setup support.
Four Major Networks. One Upgrade Destination.
For customers choosing a cellular contract, iStore brings Vodacom, MTN, Telkom and Cell C together under one roof.
Customers can upgrade an existing contract or start a new line through iStore, either online or in-store, while retaining their current cellular number.
The listed entry-level 36-month options start at:
- iPhone 18 Pro 256GB: from R1,119 per month
- iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB: from R1,199 per month
The exact monthly payment depends on the network, model and storage capacity selected.
For example, the iPhone 18 Pro 256GB is listed at R1,299 per month on Vodacom RED Core 5GB Unlimited, R1,119 on Telkom FlexOn 6, R1,299 on MTN Yellow Plans Deluxe and R1,249 on Cell C Elevate 3 + TopUp.
For the iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB, the listed monthly prices are R1,349 on Vodacom, R1,199 on Telkom, R1,359 on MTN and R1,349 on Cell C.
More Storage, More Options
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are available across 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB storage configurations.
Contract pricing increases according to the storage capacity and selected network.
For the iPhone 18 Pro, the listed 36-month prices range from R1,119 to R2,399 per month across the four networks.
For the iPhone 18 Pro Max, the listed options range from R1,199 to R2,449 per month.
Every contract package listed in the release includes complimentary iCarePlus, which iStore values at R1,999.
Trade In Your Old Tech
For customers looking to reduce the cost of an upgrade, iStore is also offering trade-in options.
Eligible customers can trade in up to five devices, including previous iPhones, Macs, iPads, Apple Watches, Android smartphones and Windows laptops.
iStore says customers can receive up to R25,000 in trade-in cash back, paid directly into a bank account.
The release also provides examples of pricing after trading in previous-generation iPhones.
An iPhone 18 Pro 256GB, with a standalone cash price of R28,799, is listed at R11,699 after trading in an iPhone 17 Pro 256GB or R13,999 after trading in an iPhone 16 Pro 256GB.
For the iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB, priced at R31,299 outright, the listed prices after trade-in are R12,699 with an iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB or R15,699 with an iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB.
Trade-in valuations can be checked through iStore’s trade-in service.
iCarePlus Comes Included
One of the headline value-adds in iStore’s offering is complimentary iCarePlus with every new iPhone purchased at iStore.
The package is valued at R1,999 and includes a two-year extended warranty and screen repair protection.
That means customers purchasing the new iPhone 18 Pro range through iStore receive the protection as part of the offering.
Delivery, Collection and Setup
The upgrade experience also extends beyond the purchase itself.
Customers can choose between free same-day delivery, scheduled home delivery or Click & Collect.
Click & Collect is available across 43 iStore stores nationwide.
Customers also have access to free setup, personalised training and data transfer carried out by Apple-trained specialists.
According to Chris Dodd, CEO of iStore South Africa, the aim is to give customers flexibility in how they upgrade.
“Whether you want the lowest monthly contract payment across all four major networks, maximum cash back on your trade-in, or fast and free delivery options, we’ve made upgrading on your terms simpler and more accessible than ever.”
Cash Prices at a Glance
For customers buying outright, the supplied iStore pricing includes:
| Model | Storage | Cash Price |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 18 Pro | 256GB | R28,799 |
| iPhone 18 Pro | 512GB | R33,599 |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max | 256GB | R31,299 |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max | 512GB | R35,999 |
The supplied release lists the 1TB and 2TB contract options, while the cash-price table provided focuses on the 256GB and 512GB models.
Where to Get the iPhone 18 Pro
The iPhone 18 Pro range is available across iStore’s 43 locations nationwide, as well as online and through the official iStore mobile app.
For shoppers considering an upgrade, the options span cash purchases, four major cellular networks, trade-ins and additional support through iCarePlus and Apple-trained specialists.
The latest iPhone Pro lineup has arrived in South Africa — and iStore is giving customers multiple ways to make the move.
