Best iPhone Deals: Save on a New iPhone, Save on an iPhone 16E Preorder
iPhones are known for their world-class features, cameras and performance. In fact, every once in a while, an Android user decides to switch to an iPhone. The latest, the iPhone 16, has a rightful spot on our list of the best phones for 2025 because of its upgrades and features over previous iPhone releases. If you still need other options, previous iterations of the iPhone still provide a great value. But like other great quality products, Apple’s phones aren’t cheap. Recent concerns about tariffs might also be on your mind. Right now might be a great time to purchase electronics as long they’re currently in your budge so you can save money in the long run.
Regardless of your reasons for wanting to purchase a new phone, we’ve searched far and wide to help you find deals on the best iPhone for you. That includes preorder savings on their latest, the Apple iPhone 16E, which is available for preorder and is released on Feb. 28.
For years, Adam Oram has been finding and highlighting the best deals from all across the web to help shoppers save money, and he’s gathered the latest and greatest iPhone deals below to help you find the right model at a great price. You’ll find massive discounts on all the latest models, like the flashy iPhone 16 Pro Max, but there are also some excellent previous-gen options for those on a budget, like the iPhone SE. Some carriers will even give you a new phone for free (assuming you meet some special requirements). Just note that straightforward discounts are still pretty hard to come by, and just about every offer below will require a trade-in or the activation of a new line. Most will also lock you into a 24- or 36-month contract.
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iPhone 16 deals
The iPhone 16 arrived on Sept. 20, 2024, and 16E will be released on Feb. 28. There are several ways to get your hands on one for less right now.
You can buy a phone in the iPhone 16 series from the Apple Store, and if you have an older phone to trade in, you could get up to $630 in trade-in credit. You’ll also get 3% cash back if you buy it with your Apple Card*.
These trade-in deals apply to the Apple’s latest, the iPhone 16E. Keep in mind that the phone won’t be shipped until its release, which is this February 28.
T-Mobile is offering a number of trade-in and new-line discounts on the iPhone 16 series at the moment. Exchanging your old phone will save you up to $1,000 if you have a Go5G Next plan, which scores you the basic iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro or the brand-new 16E for free. People on a Go5G Plus plan can get up to $830 off when you trade in an old device, which still scores you the basic iPhone 16 for free. Those on other qualifying service plans can only save up to $300.
You can also save up to $830 with both a new line and a trade-in, and military members, first responders and folks over 55 can take advantage of special trade-in offers for up to $800 off.
AT&T is offering great deals on the iPhone 16 lineup. If you’re after the basic iPhone 16 or 16 Plus, you can save up to $700 with an eligible trade-in, which drops the monthly cost down to just $4 and $6 respectively. If you want to upgrade to a Pro model, a trade-in will save you up to $1,000, which nets you the 128GB iPhone 16 Pro for free, or the 16 Pro Max for just $6 a month.
The iPhone 16E is just $6 per month and requires no trade-in at this time. You’re responsible for the $35 activation fee, but it’s still a sweet deal.
Note that you need to have or switch to an eligible unlimited plan to get these offers, and the discount will be applied as bill credits over a 36-month period. AT&T is also offering a special online-only offer of $200 off with the activation of a new line.
Verizon is offering some slight savings on all iPhone 16 models right now. Adding a new line on an Unlimited Ultimate plan will save you $830 on the basic iPhone 16, $930 on the iPhone 16 Plus, $1,000 on the iPhone 16 Pro and $1,020 on the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Discounts are applied as bill credits over a 36-month period and lets you net most iPhone 16 series phones for free. These deals apply to online-only purchases.
Looking for the new iPhone 16E? Verizon is offering a discount of $420 for online-only purchases, which puts the price down to just $5 per month.
Best Buy isn’t carrying any unlocked iPhone 16 models right now, but you can score some serious savings if you sign up with a carrier. The tech retailer has partnered with both AT&T and Verizon, and is offering trade-in discounts with qualified activation. AT&T customers can save up to $830 on the basic iPhone 16 or 16 Plus, or up to $1,000 on the 16 Pro and Pro Max models. If you’re a Verizon customer, an eligible trade-in will save you up to $830 on all four models.
Best Buy is also offering the iPhone 16E for as low as $6 per month when you allow them to help you connect your line to AT&T. You must open a new eligible line or upgrade to one if you’re an existing AT&T customer.
Similar to Best Buy, you can save at Walmart on carrier options through AT&T. New and existing AT&T customers can trade in an eligible device worth $130 and get up to $830 off; if you have a device to trade in worth $180, you can save up to $1,100 off the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max. Even older devices valued at just $35 or more will net you a $350 discount. Keep in mind that you’ll have to activate a new line or upgrade your line to an eligible plan if you’re not already on one.
Walmart isn’t currently offering discounts on pre-orders of the iPhone 16E.
Target is offering up to $1,300 off the iPhone 16 series right now. Trade in your old phone and either activate a new line or upgrade an existing one and you’ll get up to $700 off the basic iPhone 16 or up to $1,000 off the 16 Pro or Pro Max. Plus, you can get an extra $300 off in bill credits when you switch your existing number to AT&T. Just note that you’ll have to visit your local Target branch in person to take advantage of these offers.
At the moment, there don’t appear to be any deals on the iPhone 16 Plus, but all configurations are still available.
Target isn’t offering any discounts on iPhone 16E preorders.
iPhone 15 deals
The iPhone 15 series hit shelves in September 2023. And although the phones in this lineup are a generation old, they still have plenty to offer — with the basic model even retaining a spot on our list of the best phones for 2025. Plus, it’s pretty easy to get your hands on one of these previous-gen models for less right now, which makes them a good value for Apple users on a budget.
Apple isn’t offering any direct discounts on the iPhone 15 series at the moment, but it has a trade-in program that can save you hundreds on a new iPhone 15. Technically, you can save up to $630, but that’s only if you’re trading in another iPhone 15, which is an unlikely scenario. For the iPhone 14 series and older, the most you’ll save is $450. The iPhone Upgrade Program or Apple Card financing (and cash back) are also options, and you can save up to $1,000 when you opt to sign up with a carrier.
AT&T is offering discounts in the form of monthly bill credits when you buy a new iPhone 15 on an installment plan. People who have or switch to an eligible unlimited plan can get the basic iPhone 15 for just $6 per month, which is $514 off the usual price. This offer also knocks $344 off the price of the iPhone 15 Pro Max, which drops it down to just $21 per month. The iPhone 15 Pro is also discounted, but only the 1TB model is still in stock, which is available for $31 per month. At the moment, there aren’t any discounts available on the iPhone 15 Plus.
You can also save up to $200 off on a new line with an online order.
Adding a new line on an Unlimited Welcome, Plus or Ultimate plan gets you the iPhone 15 or 15 Plus for free, with no trade-in required. These discounts are applied in the form of monthly bill credits over a 36-month period.
The iPhone 15 Pro is available only in Titanium 128GB for now, and the iPhone 15 Pro Max is sold out.
The iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max are currently sold out at T-Mobile, but there are plenty of ways to score some savings on the other models. Trading in an old phone will save you up to $1,000 if you’re on a Go5G Next plan, which nets you the basic iPhone 15 or 15 Plus for free. If you’re on a Go5G Plus plan, you can save up to $830 with an eligible trade-in, which still gets you the basic iPhone 15 or 15 Plus for free. Those on other service plans will only save up to $300 with an eligible trade-in.
You can also save up to $830 with both a trade-in and the activation of a new line. T-Mobile is also offering a discount of $630 off when you switch your existing number over from another carrier, and military members, first responders and people over 55 years old can take advantage of special offers for up to $800 off.
Right now at Best Buy you can get an unlocked iPhone 15 for $50 off, dropping the price to $680. If you’re looking to get signed up with AT&T or Verizon, you’ll get $100 off when you opt for same-day activation. If you want the 15 Pro or Pro Max, there aren’t new unlocked versions to be had right now. For those, you’ll have to choose either an AT&T or Verizon carrier model.
Best Buy also has its own trade-in program, where you can exchange your old phone for additional savings. And all iPhone 15 purchases come with some freebies, including three free months of Apple TV Plus, Apple Fitness Plus and Apple Music, as well as four free months of Apple Arcade — as long as you’re a new or returning subscriber.
Right now Spectrum is offering $100 off the iPhone 15 Pro or 15 Pro Max, and you’ll get an extra $200 off in-trade in on these phones until March 16.
Other iPhone 15 series phones can net you a savings of $100 with trade-in. The phone you trade in just needs to have a value greater than $1, so even old and damaged devices will still net you at least $100.
iPhone 14 deals
The iPhone 14 series is still a popular line of phones and comprises the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and top-spec iPhone 14 Pro Max. Apple discontinued the 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max in September 2023, so finding these phones in new condition is getting tougher, but they’re still a solid value when you can find them in stock and on sale.
T-Mobile has the basic iPhone 14 in stock as well as the iPhone 14 Plus, though it’s only available in one color (starlight). There are a few different ways to get your hands on one for free right now. If you’ve got an old phone to trade in, you can get it for free if you’re on a Go5G Next or Plus plan, and those on other plans can save up to $300. You can also get it for free with both a new line and a trade-in or when you switch your existing number over from another carrier. If you’re only activating a new line on a qualifying plan, you’ll still save 50% (up to $315). T-Mobile also has exclusive offers for military members, first responders and people over 55.
AT&T isn’t offering any direct discounts or special offers on the iPhone 14 right now, but you can save with an eligible trade-in. You’ll also save $200 on a new line when you open it online.
Add a new line on an Unlimited Welcome, Plus or Ultimate plan and you can get the iPhone 14 or 14 Plus for free at Verizon. The discount comes in bill credits over 36 months, and there’s no trade-in required. Note that Verizon is only carrying certified refurbished models of the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max, though you can still pick them up at a discount with a new line.
The basic iPhone 14 is still full price at Spectrum, but you can get an extra $100 on top of the trade-in value when you exchange your old phone. Spectrum accepts any devices valued at just $1 or more, so even old and damaged phones will still net you some savings. If the final trade-in value exceeds the cost of the new device, the difference will be refunded to your Spectrum mobile account.
Best Buy isn’t currently offering any straightforward discounts on the iPhone 14. However, you’ll get $100 off when you opt for same-day activation and sign up with either AT&T or Verizon. The tech retailer also has its own trade-in program, where you can score even more savings in exchange for your old phone.
Best Buy isn’t currently carrying any new 14 Pro or Pro Max phones, though it does have some refurbished models.
iPhone 13 deals
The iPhone 13 may not be Apple’s flagship series anymore, but these are still solid phones worth considering — especially for folks on a tight budget. Like the iPhone 14 series, these 2021 models are getting pretty tough to find in new condition, but we’ve found them at Best Buy.
As with other iPhone models, Best Buy will knock $100 off the starting price of the iPhone 13 when you choose same-day activation with AT&T or Verizon. That means you can get your hands on one for as little as $450 right now, which is a pretty serious bargain. You can also take advantage of Best Buy’s trade-in program for even more savings. And you’ll get three free months of Apple Music, Apple TV Plus and Apple Fitness, plus four free months of Apple Arcade.
iPhone SE (2022) deals
The budget option in Apple’s lineup, the iPhone SE was updated in 2022 but was targeted squarely at people who wanted a no-frills iPhone experience. Starting at $429, it’s an affordable device for anyone who wants to stick with something familiar.
Best Buy is currently offering $100 off with same-day activation through AT&T or Verizon. You can save even more with an eligible trade-in, and this deal comes with three free months of Apple Music, Apple TV Plus and Apple Fitness, plus four free months of Apple Arcade.
The iPhone SE isn’t in stock right now at AT&T.
AT&T customers on an eligible unlimited plan can score the third-gen iPhone SE for just $2 per month when they purchase the phone on an installment plan. That saves you $358 total with no trade-in or new line required. Discounts are applied as bill credits over 36 months.
What is the best iPhone deal right now?
If you’re wondering what the top iPhone deal is right now, the truth is that it depends on your personal needs. If you are looking for the best deal on the latest model, it’s hard to argue with the trade-in deals on the iPhone 16 at carriers like T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon. They offer up to $1,000 off, essentially getting you the new phone for free (on contract) if you have a recent enough device to hand over.
Best iPhone deals
Below you’ll find the best deals on the iPhone 16, iPhone 15, iPhone 14, iPhone 13 and iPhone SE 2022, grouped by generation.
How we choose the best iPhone deals at CNET
Many of us here at CNET have covered deals on top tech for over five years, including cell phone deals from brands like Apple, Google, Samsung, OnePlus and more. In that time, we’ve learned how to spot the best deals from trustworthy retailers and carriers to simplify the phone buying process. We look for direct discounts, trade-in offers and other bonuses offered for both unlocked and carrier phones when choosing the best deals for you to score the best deal and avoid online shopping scams.
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