Top 10 Most Expensive Phones on the Planet

Approximately 59 million people in the UK have a mobile phone, and more than half of us have two. While we may keep the older version hidden away in a drawer somewhere in case we need it, we are usually more than happy to get our newest phone out and use it to our hearts’ content.

Some of the newer phones that are on the market these days can cost in excess of £250 (€297), and many are more than happy to pay that price. But, as far as phones go, £250 is nothing, especially those phones that cost millions of pounds.

You may wonder what on earth would warrant such a high price; surely they can’t be that good, can they?

1 iPhone 5 Black Diamond

Sold for a mere £8,612,000 (€10,257,000) the iPhone 5 Black Diamond is a beautifully sleek handset that was designed by Stuart Hughes, a well-known British designer. Just as other iPhones come with the Apple logo, this particular phones’ logo is made using 45 diamonds to give it that classic look. Coated with gold around the edges of the handset and to the rear, this phone is a real beauty and has to be seen to be believed.

2 iPhone 4 Diamond Rose Edition

Also designed by Stuart Hughes, this beautiful handset contains rose gold, diamonds and platinum. Sold for approximately £4,450,000 (€5,300,000) this handset is said to be owned by the designer, who I’m sure is very pleased. This iPhone is surrounded by diamonds, and will give you that glistening classy look you may adore. Such is the detail on the handset that you may have to be careful when navigating as the navigation button is also encrusted with diamonds.

3. iPhone 3GS Supreme Goldstriker

Designed by Goldstriker International, this iPhone is the 3rd most expensive phone in the world. Encased in luxurious looking gold and edged with diamonds a-plenty, this handset has the ‘Bling’ factor. Even though this iPhone may not come with the latest operating system, it looks great and if that’s all you’re worried about, your £1,777,000 (€2,117,000) (Approximately) may just be enough to buy this little beauty.

4 iPhone 3G Kings Button

Designed by Peter Aloisson, this phone is worth approximately £1,330,000 (€1,580,000) and is perhaps one of the nicest looking phones in the top 10 list. With a navigation/home button made from 6 carat diamonds and edged with gold, you can have a touch of luxury without your phone being over the top. The while and yellow gold finish give it a hint of sophistication that anyone would be proud of.

5 GoldVish Le Million

The GoldVish Le Million is an incredibly beautiful handset that contains 18 carat gold and is quite unlike any other. The amazing attention to detail makes up for the fact that it’s not touchscreen and doesn’t have the latest gadgets, but if you are lucky enough to own this phone, it won’t be an issue. Sold for approximately £720,000 (€85,000) the GoldVish Le Million is not the most expensive phone on the planet, but it sure is pricey enough. Only 100 of these phones were made and each phone comes with at least 140 grams of gold.

6 Diamond Crypto Smart Phone

The Diamond Crypto Smart Phone is worth approximately £720,000 and was designed by Peter Aloisson, who also designed the iPhone 3G Kinds Button. This handset is quite bulky compared to modern day phones, but its security is second to none, and is perfect for those of you who wish to have a high level of privacy and security that may be hard to find elsewhere. Aside from the security features, the smooth silver finish, gold and diamonds make this phone stand out.

7 Gresso Luxor Las Vegas Jackpot

Designed by Gresso, a company that are well-known for their sophisticated designs, the Gresso Luxor Las Vegas Jackpot is a remarkable handset that is unlike any other. Made from African Blackwood, gold and diamonds, this handsome handset is sold for approximately £555,000 (€661,000).

8 Vertu Signature Cobra

Worth a reasonably low price (If you’re in the Top 10 most expensive phones list), the Vertu Signature Cobra is a great-looking piece of technology. Sold for an estimated £170,000 (€200,000) has some pretty basic features, but it stands out because of the way it looks. If you’re rich enough to splash more than £170,000 on a phone and you simply want to use it for calls and text, this could be the ideal phone for you, and it’s one that will stand out from the crowd as it has the ‘Wow’ factor.

9 Sony Ericsson Black Diamond

Designed by Garen Jon, the Sony Ericsson Black Diamond has a look of luxury thanks to its edgy look that makes it stand out from the crowd. This phone does not need a whole lot of diamonds or gold to make it look better, it’s classy and it shouts sophistication. Worth about £166,000 (€197,000), you can be sure that this is perhaps one of the most sophisticated handsets around right now.

10 iPhone Princess Plus

Princess cut diamonds have been used to finish this beautifully elegant phone. Worth about £99,550 (€118,000) the iPhone Princess Plus has a nice finish to it, without some of the bling you get from some of the more expensive phones.

If you’re lucky enough to be able to afford one of these phones, you may want to think about contacting a number of broadband suppliers as they may be able to do you a good deal on your phone and your internet costs. Broadband suppliers may also be able to give you a bit of a discount, and even some insurance on your new luxury handset, so it might be worth your while asking.

Although the above handsets are the most expensive at the time of writing, in the near future there will be more expensive and more elaborate handsets, making this top 10 list look like small change.

Phil Turner wanted to compare all the broadband suppliers so used online price comparison sites to make it a little easier. uSwitch and similar sites were really useful in getting a great deal.