Which is the best iphone, used or new, for the price?

I'm looking into getting a new phone. I would like to have an iphone because I hate my android, what is the best version for the price? I use Verizon and I'm open to getting a used one. I don't need the hot new thing, just one that is dependable and will hold up through some time. I usually like to keep my phone for at least 2 or 3 years.

Generally the best phone to get is the one that does what you want and costs no more than you'd like to pay. There's no best for the price. The latest iPhone is most likely to support the most features over the next 2-3 years. I don't know if that matters to you and if it's enough to justify the extra cost.

If you want the best price then 4S is free on a 2 year contract, or get 5C which I've seen for $49. They aren't 5S but are really good price wise.

Of course the best iPhone is the latest iPhone, that being the 5s. They all would last depending on how you take care of it.