Best cheap iPhone deals in October 2024

iPhone 16 Pro Max: $5/month w/ trade-in + unlimited @ AT&T
The iPhone 16 Pro Max packs a 6.9-inch 2868 x 1320 OLED display with 120Hz refresh, A18 Pro CPU, and 256GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 48MP main (f/1.78), 48MP ultrawide (f/2.2), and 12MP telephoto (5x, f/2.8). There's also a 12MP (f/1.9) front camera. In our iPhone 16 Pro Max review, we said the Pro Max is the phone to get if you want the largest screen and longest battery life. New and existing AT&T members can get up to $1,000 off the iPhone 16 Pro Max with trade-in. (You'll pay as little as $5.56/month with a 36-month installment plan). You'll need to be signed up to one of AT&T's qualifying unlimited plans to get this deal. 

iPhone 16 Pro: $10/month w/ new line + unlimited @ Verizon
The iPhone 16 Pro packs a 6.3-inch 2622 x 1206 OLED display with 120Hz refresh, A18 Pro CPU, and 128GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 48MP main (f/1.78), 48MP ultrawide (f/2.2), and 12MP telephoto (5x, f/2.8). There's also a 12MP (f/1.9) front camera. In our iPhone 16 Pro review, we said the Pro is the better value as it packs the same 5x telephoto zoom as the larger Pro Max, but in a smaller design and for $200 less. Open a new line and you'll pay $10/month with eligible unlimited plans. 

iPhone 16 Plus: $2/month w/ unlimited + new line @ AT&T
The iPhone 16 Plus packs a 6.7-inch 2796 x 1290 OLED display with 60Hz refresh, A18 CPU, and 128GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 48MP main (f/1.6) and 12MP ultrawide (f/2.2). There's also a 12MP (f/1.9) front camera. In our iPhone 16 Plus review, we said it has pro features (and a larger screen) at a more mainstream price.

iPhone 16: free w/ unlimited + new line @ Verizon
The iPhone 16 packs a 6.1-inch 2556 x 1179 OLED display with 60Hz refresh, A18 CPU, and 128GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 48MP main (f/1.6) and 12MP ultrawide (f/2.2). There's also a 12MP (f/1.9) front camera. In our iPhone 16 review, we said it offers pro features — such as an Action Button, Camera Controls, and Apple Intelligence — at a mainstream price. 

Mint Mobile: 50% off 3-month plans @ Mint Mobile
Mint Mobile is offering one of the biggest discounts we've seen. New customers can get 3 months of unlimited premium wireless service for $15/month ($45 upfront cost). After your 3 months are up, full-price unlimited plans start at $30/month. Note: Unlimited customers using more than 40GB/month of data will experience lower speeds with video streams at ~480p.

iPhone 15: up to $700 off w/ trade-in + unlimited @ AT&T
New and existing AT&T members can get up to $700 off an iPhone 15 with trade-in. You'll need to be signed up to one of AT&T's qualifying unlimited plans to get this deal. 

iPhone 15 Pro Max: up to $830 off w/ trade-in + unlimited @ Verizon
New and existing Verizon customers can knock up to $830 off the iPhone 15 Pro Max with trade-in. Note that you'll need to activate a Verizon unlimited plan to get this deal. In our iPhone 15 Pro Max review, we said the Editor's Choice phone sports a stronger/lighter titanium design that makes a big difference in everyday use. Add in the powerful A17 Pro chip for next-gen gaming, USB-C port, and super-long battery life (14 hours and 2 minutes) and you have the best iPhone money can buy. It features a 6.7-inch 2796 x 1290 OLED 120Hz display, A17 Pro chip, 48MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide camera, 12MP telephoto, 12MP front camera, and USB-C connectivity.

Mint Mobile: get 6 free months w/ iPhone 15 @ Mint Mobile
Mint Mobile is offering one of the best iPhone deals if you want to save on data. Purchase any 6-month plan at Mint Mobile and you'll get an extra 6 months for free. For instance, Mint Mobile's unlimited plan is $30/month. Buy 6 months (total $180) and you'll get an extra 6 months on the house. (You'll wind up with 12 months total). This deal applies to all iPhone 15 models and the iPhone SE.

iPhone 15 Pro: free w/ trade-in + unlimited @ Verizon
New and existing Verizon customers adding a new line can get the iPhone 15 Pro for free (up to $1,000 off) when you trade in any old phone. Note that you'll need to activate a Verizon unlimited plan. In our iPhone 15 Pro review, we called the Editor's Choice phone a compact powerhouse. It features a 6.1-inch 2556 x 1179 OLED 120Hz display, A17 Pro chip, 48MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide camera, 12MP telephoto, 12MP front camera, and USB-C connectivity.

Infinite Access Plan: $60/month @ Boost Infinite
Boost Infinite is a membership plan for iPhone users. For $60/month, you get unlimited talk, text, and data. Plus, you'll get a free iPhone 15 (any model). After 12 consecutive monthly payments, members can upgrade to the latest iPhone model at no extra cost. There is no trade-in requirement to join, which means you can keep your current iPhone or sell it to a third party.

iPhone 14: free w/ new line @ Verizon
Verizon is the iPhone 14 for free when you open a new line with select 5G unlimited plans. Current customers can trade-in an old phone for a $440 credit, whereas new customers will get up to a $700 credit. 

iPhone 14: $10/month w/ unlimited @ AT&T
New and existing AT&T members can the iPhone 14 for $10.99/month. You'll need to be sign up to one of AT&T's qualifying unlimited plans to get this deal. Click on "Available offers" at the top of the page to see the full details on this iPhone deal. 

iPhone 14 Plus: $0/month w/ unlimited @ Verizon
Verizon is offering the iPhone 14 Plus for $0 when you open a new line on Verizon. In addition, you'll need to open either an Unlimited Plus or Unlimited Ultimate plan to get the monthly credits toward the iPhone 14 Plus. 

Mint Mobile: get 6 free months w/ iPhone 14 @ Mint Mobile
Mint Mobile is offering one of the best iPhone deals if you want to save on data. Purchase any 6-month plan at Mint Mobile and you'll get an extra 6 months for free. For instance, Mint Mobile's unlimited plan is $30/month. Buy 6 months (total $180) and you'll get an extra 6 months on the house. (You'll wind up with 12 months total).  

iPhone 14: up to $1,000 off @ Best Buy
Best Buy is taking up to $1,000 off the iPhone 14 when you trade-in your old phone and activate your new phone on select carriers. For instance, activate on Verizon or AT&T to get up to $1,000 off, or activate on T-Mobile for up to $700 off. 

iPhone 13: $100 off w/ new plan @ Total by Verizon
Total by Verizon is knocking $100 off the iPhone 13 when you open a new service plan. The discount will be reflected in cart. Total by Verizon is a prepaid carrier owned and operated by Verizon. It offers four no-contract plans starting at $30/month for 5GB and going up to $60/month for unlimited data. Its top-tier unlimited plan includes Disney Plus (no ads). 

Mint Mobile: get 6 free months @ Mint Mobile
Purchase any 6-month data plan at Mint Mobile and you'll get 6 additional months for free. For instance, Mint Mobile's unlimited plan is $30/month. Buy 6 months ($180 total) and you'll get an extra 6 months for free (you'll wind up with 6 months total). All Mint Mobile phones are eligible for this sale, including the entire iPhone 14 lineup, entire iPhone 13 lineup, iPhone 12 mini, and iPhone SE 2022.

iPhone 13: free w/ unlimited @ Verizon
Verizon has multiple iPhone deals for new and existing customers. Currently, you can get the iPhone 13 for free with an eligible 5G unlimited data plan. No trade-in is required. Or you can get a free iPad (9th gen) and Apple Watch SE 2022 with your iPhone purchase. Note: Both devices will require separate data lines.

Visible 15-day trial: free @ Visible
Visible is creating a free trial where you can use Visible as your phone provider for 15 days. Best of all, you don't even have to give up using your current phone. Under Visible's free trial program, the carrier will hand out trial phone numbers to potential customers who have an eligible device and sign up on Visible's website. That way, you can continue to use your existing phone and its assigned phone number alongside Visible's trial phone number.

iPhone 13: up to $1,000 off w/ trade-in + unlimited @ T-Mobile
The Magenta network is taking up to $1,000 off any iPhone 13 model when you trade-in your old phone and sign up for T-Mobile's Magenta Max plan. Magenta Max starts at $57/month and includes unlimited premium data (so you won't be throttled based on your usage). 

iPhone SE (2022): free w/ new line + unlimited @ Verizon
Verizon is offering an epic iPhone deal right now. New and existing members can get the iPhone SE 2022 for free when you open a new unlimited line. (No trade-in is required). That's a savings of $429. 

iPhone SE (2022): $5/month w/ unlimited @ AT&T
AT&T is offering Apple's iPhone SE (2022) for just $5/month (on a 36-month installment plan) with no trade-in required. However, you'll need to be signed up to one of AT&T's eligible unlimited plans. The iPhone SE (2022) is powered by Apple's A15 Bionic chip, which is the same CPU powering the iPhone 13 line. Other new features include 5G connectivity and up to 15-hour battery life. Otherwise, it keeps the same 4.7-inch Retina HD display (1334 x 750), Touch ID support, 12MP wide/rear camera, and 7MP FaceTime camera. 

iPhone SE 2022: was $379 now $149 @ Total by Verizon
Total by Verizon is offering the iPhone SE 2022 for $149 when you open a new service plan. The discount will be reflected in cart. Total by Verizon is a prepaid carrier owned and operated by Verizon. It offers four no-contract plans starting at $30/month for 5GB and going up to $60/month for unlimited data. Its top-tier unlimited plan includes Disney Plus (no ads). 

iPhone SE (2022): from $209 @ Best Buy
Best Buy is offering the new iPhone SE from $209 with trade-in and activation on select carriers. For a limited time, the retailer is offering an extra $100 in savings when you trade-in an old phone. For instance, activate on T-Mobile and you'll pay just $209 with trade-in. 

iPhone SE 2022: $379 @ Cricket
Cricket Wireless is offering the new iPhone SE 2022 for $379. The phone features Apple's A15 Bionic chip, which is the same CPU powering the iPhone 13 line. Other new features include 5G connectivity and up to 15-hour battery life. You also get a 4.7-inch Retina HD display (1334 x 750), Touch ID support, 12MP wide/rear camera, and 7MP FaceTime camera. 

iPhone SE (2022): up to $197 off @ Walmart
The ultimate iPhone SE deal is here. Walmart is taking up to $197 off preorders of the news iPhone SE 2022. The offer is valid with purchase and activation on AT&T, Verizon, or Sprint. An installment plan is required with the carrier.

iPhone SE (2022): up to $400 off w/ trade-in @ T-Mobile
Get the new iPhone SE 2022 for as little as $30 at T-Mobile. The carrier is taking up to $400 off Apple's iPhone SE 2022 when you trade-in your old phone. Alternatively, you'll get 50% off the iPhone SE 2022 when you open a new line. 

iPhone 12: was $629 now $199 @ Boost
Get it before it's gone! Apple has nixed the iPhone 12 from its lineup, but Boost Mobile has it on sale. The phone features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, A14 Bionic chip, 5G connectivity, dual rear cameras, and the ability to play/record/edit Dolby Vision video. 

Refurb iPhone XR: free w/ new line @ Verizon
The iPhone XR has officially been cut from Apple's lineup, so any iPhone deals on this phone should be dirt cheap as retailers try to sell their remaining stock. Currently, when you port a new line into Verizon, you'll get a refurbished iPhone XR for free. That's $349 off and one of the best cheap iPhone deals we've seen. 

Refurb iPhone: from $639 @ Apple Store
The Apple Store is an excellent place to shop for refurb iPhones. We recommend Apple's refurbs because they're backed by the same one-year Apple warranty that new products receive. Currently, the Apple Store has iPhone deals from $589 for the iPhone 13 and iPhone 12. 

Otterbox iPhone cases: up to 40% off @ Amazon
Amazon is taking up to 40% off select Otterbox iPhone cases. After discount, prices start as low as $18. (Otterbox cases normally cost twice that amount). Otterbox makes durable cases and screen protectors for all models of the iPhone. The sale includes cases for the iPhone 15, iPhone 14, and more. 

Case-Mate iPhone cases: deals from $21 @ Amazon
Amazon has a wide range of iPhone cases on sale at up to 50% off. After discount, prices start as low as $21. It's one of the best iPhone deals we've seen on these Case-Mate accessories. 

ZAGG iPhone screen protectors: up to 50% off @ Amazon
For a limited time, Amazon is taking up to 50% off select ZAGG InvisibleShield screen protecters. After discount, prices start as low as $17. ZAGG makes screen protectors for all models of the iPhone and guards your screen from nicks and scratches. 

Incipio iPhone Cases: deals from $5 @ Amazon
Incipio makes a range of cases for the iPhone. The cases can protect your iPhone from drops as high as 12 feet with raised-edge bezels that also protect your screen from accidental cracks. They're compatible with MagSafe and wireless charging, which makes it one of the best iPhone deals available if you're on the prowl for a new case.