Apple’s iPhone lineup spans seven different models, from the iPhone SE to the iPhone 12 Pro Max, each phone in the line represents several different price points. Every model runs the latest version of iOS 14 and is sure to be supported for years to come.
Whether it’s time to upgrade from an older iPhone model, or you’re ready to make the switch from Android, shopping for a new iPhone can be tricky. There are plenty of deals to be found, but it’s worth taking some time to find one that fits your needs.
For example, wireless carriers are quick to offer steep discounts on the iPhone 12, especially as the announcement and release of the iPhone 13 grows closer, but most of the time the fine print limits the discount to new customers who are willing to switch carriers and bring their phone numbers with them. Carriers know not everyone can or will switch carriers on a whim just to save some cash.
Keep in mind if you can’t find a deal that works for you, you can always turn your old phone into cash to help offset the cost of your shiny new iPhone.
That said, there are still some amazing iPhone deals to be had.
The best deals on iPhone 12
Up to $700 off
AT&T is offering new and existing customers up to $700 off any iPhone 12 model (or the iPhone XR). You’ll need to either add a new line of service or upgrade an existing line on one of AT&T’s unlimited plans, and trade in your old phone in order to get the discount. The amount of the discount depends on the phone you’re trading in; you’ll need to check with AT&T to see how much your trade-in is worth. You’ll receive credits on your bill over the next 36 months. At $700 off, you can get an iPhone 12 Mini for free.
Up to $1,200 off
Verizon is offering up to $700 off any iPhone 12 when you trade in your old phone. Along with the trade-in, you’ll need to sign up for service by porting your number in, pick an unlimited monthly plan and then purchase an iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, or iPhone 12 Pro Max. By switching carriers, Verizon is offering a $500 rebate to bring the total discount to $1,200.
Magenta Max gets you a free iPhone 12 Pro
The Uncarrier is giving customers up to $830 worth of credits when you’re on or sign up for a Magenta Max plan and trade-in an eligible device. You’ll, of course, need to purchase any iPhone 12 model to get the credits. The amount of credits you’ll receive is based on the type of phone you trade-in. The credits will be split up over 24 months on your bill.
Good deal on an iPhone and cellular plan
Mint Mobile is offering new customers who switch from a different carrier six months of free service when you buy an iPhone 12 model outright along with another six months of service. Effectively, Mint Mobile is giving you a 50% discount on 12 months of service. For example, the iPhone 12 Mini with 12 months of service will cost $819 — $729 for the phone, then $90 for six months of service. Mint Mobile is included in the standard iPhone 12 in this promotion, for a total cost of $919.
The best deals on iPhone 11
An iPhone 11 for $10 a month
You can get the 64GB iPhone 11 for $10 a month, 128GB for $15 a month, or the 256GB model for $20 a month from AT&T when you purchase a new iPhone 11 and sign up for one of AT&T’s unlimited plans.
A free iPhone 11 with a new line
Verizon is currently offering the iPhone 11 for free, when you sign up for an eligible Unlimited plan and add a new line of service. If you need more than 64GB of storage (the free model), you can opt to pay $2.08 per month for 24 months for 128GB of storage, or $6.25 a month for 256GB of storage.
$300 off any iPhone 11 or a BOGO offer
You can get $300 off any iPhone 11 model with a new line of service. Alternatively, when you add two lines of service and buy an iPhone 11 then purchase another iPhone (the model doesn’t matter), you’ll get up to $730 worth of credits on your bill for the lowest-priced iPhone, making it a buy-one-get-one-free promotion.
Save some money when you switch
If you’re thinking about switching to Cricket and want to port your number into the carrier, you can get an iPhone 11 for $299 when you switch. The key to getting the discount is bringing your number from another carrier. Otherwise, the same iPhone 11 will cost you $599.
The best deals on iPhone XR
A free iPhone XR with trade-in
If you’re looking for an iPhone for your tween or teen, the iPhone XR is a good place to start. It’s affordable, and if you’re trading in an old phone you can get an iPhone XR for free. Just make sure to sign up for an unlimited plan.
Buy one, get one
The iPhone XR is part of T-Mobile’s current BOGO offer. Add two lines of service and buy an iPhone XR, and you can get a second one for free. (Or up to $730 worth of credits if you buy another iPhone model.)
The best deals on iPhone SE
Get a free iPhone SE
Add a new line of service and pick an unlimited plan and Verizon Wireless will give you a 64GB iPhone SE for free. The cost of the phone will be split up into 24 monthly payments with matching credits on your bill each month until the phone is paid off.
50% off an iPhone SE
T-Mobile will cut the price of the iPhone SE in half if you activate a line of service with the carrier. The credits will total $200 over 24 months to give you the discount.
Another deal on service and a phone
Mint Mobile is offering new customers who switch from a different carrier six months of free service when you buy an iPhone SE and another six months of service. In other words, you’ll pay $489 for the iPhone SE and six months of service, and Mint will throw in an extra 6 months of service for free.
$50 for an iPhone SE
You can get an iPhone SE for $50 when you sign up for Cricket’s $60 a month unlimited plan, and port your number in from another carrier. If you want the iPhone SE and plan on getting a new number, you can get the SE for $250.
A free 64GB iPhone SE
Xfinity Mobile will give you $399 worth of credits when you switch to the carrier and port in your phone number. You’ll need to buy the 64GB iPhone SE to get the phone for free after the 24 monthly credits are finished. If you want more storage, you’ll get $200 off the iPhone SE.
