Google Pixel 9a deals — here’s how to get Google's phone for free

The battle for best cheap phone of 2025 is officially on. The Google Pixel 9a is officially available for purchase and that means Pixel 9a deals are showing up everywhere. Although the phone was announced earlier, Google delayed preorders due to a "component quality issue" that affected some Pixel 9a units.

Like its predecessor, the Pixel 9a starts at $499. It features a 6.3-inch Actua OLED 60-120Hz display, Tensor G4 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. There's also a 48MP main camera, 13MP ultrawide camera, and 13MP selfie camera.

In terms of Pixel 9a deals — Verizon is offering the phone for free when you purchase it online with a new line and unlimited data. It may be a few days before we see more confirmed deals, so make sure to bookmark this page as I'll be listing the best Pixel 9a deals as they're released. For more details on the phone, make sure to read our Google Pixel 9a review and follow our Pixel 9a live blog.

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• Verizon: free w/ new line + unlimited
• AT&T: $2/month w/ unlimited
• Google: for $499
• T-Mobile: free w/ new line + unlimited

Pixel 9a deals

Google Pixel 9a: at Verizon

Pixel 9a: free w/ new line + unlimited @ Verizon
The Pixel 9a is quite possible the best budget phone around. It features a 6.3-inch Actua pOLED (2424 x 1080) 120Hz display, Tensor G4 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 48MP (f/1.7) main and 13MP (f/2.2) ultrawide, whereas on the front there's a 13MP (f/2.2) lens. In our Pixel 9a review we said it's the most well-rounded phone you can buy at under $500.

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Google Pixel 9a: at AT&T Mobility

Pixel 9a: $2/month w/ unlimited @ Verizon
AT&T is offering the Pixel 9a for $2.99/month when you buy it with any unlimited data plan. It features a 6.3-inch Actua pOLED (2424 x 1080) 120Hz display, Tensor G4 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 48MP (f/1.7) main and 13MP (f/2.2) ultrawide, whereas on the front there's a 13MP (f/2.2) lens. In our Pixel 9a review we said the Pixel 9a shows why it's the best cheap phone around with its useful AI features, longer battery life, incredibly bright screen, and excellent cameras.

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Free Pixel Buds!

Google Pixel 9a: free w/ new line + unlimited @ T-Mobile
T-Mobile has a few Pixel 9a deals it's offering. For example, you can get it for free when adding a new line on most plans or trading in an eligible device. Of you can get up to $500 off with trade-in. Additionally, if you order online you'll get a free pair of A-series Pixel buds.

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Google Pixel 9a: $499 @ Google
Open an account at the Google Store and you can get the Pixel 9a for $499 for the unlocked version of the phone. Or get it for just $99 with select trade-ins.

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What do you get from the Google Pixel 9a?

Priced at $499, the Pixel 9a is a true budget smartphone. (Take that, iPhone 16e). Yet despite its price, it looks to be solidly constructed. Powering the phone is Google's Tensor G4 chipset, which is the same one found in Google's flagship models.

You also get a larger 6.3-inch Actua display, which Google claims is 35% brighter than its predecessor. Rounding out the spec sheet you'll find 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and a 48MP main camera, 13MP ultrawide camera, and 13MP selfie camera.

Google is also promising it'll support the Pixel 9a with major Android and security updates for seven years. That adds significantly more value to your phone as it means you'll be able to hold onto it for a long time.