Is it worth getting the iphone 5 from verizon?

I currently have a crap phone, and my parents are letting me get an iphone.however, i don't have an upgrade right now so what ever i get will definitely be expensive.So, should I even bother getting the iphone 5 or just get the 4S? What's the REAL difference between the 5 and the 4S?

4s. Less $$ and not that much defferent than the 5. Go on apples website and compare all iphone models. The 4s and 5 are like the same except the design

The Iphone 5 is lighter, taller, thinner and i believe faster. The 4S battery sucks! I would recommend the 5 if battery life and weight are a concern.