Every September, Apple releases a major iOS update. In September, Apple is releasing iOS 27, the newest version of the software that powers your iPhone.
But here’s the catch: the iPhone XR can’t update beyond iOS 18. That means that as app developers gradually raise their minimum iOS requirements, more apps will stop supporting the iPhone XR.
So, which apps will not work with the iPhone XR?
The answer depends on the minimum iOS version required by each app. Any app that requires iOS 26 or later will not work on an iPhone XR, while apps that still support iOS 18 should continue to work.
We maintain a database of more than 600 apps (and we’re adding new ones every day), which we've used to compile a clear, up-to-date list of apps that will not work with the iPhone XR — see below.
Keep in mind that app compatibility can change at any time. An app that works on the iPhone XR today may require a newer version of iOS after a future update.
If you're looking for a specific app, you can use our App Compatibility Checker to find out whether it works with the iPhone XR — and which other iPhones are compatible.
Looking for a cost-effective upgrade? The iPhone SE 2022/3rd Gen is expected to receive iOS updates through late 2028. Starting at CAD$259 from Orchard.
