Best iPhone deals in November 2020
Tis the season for iPhone deals. With retailers getting a jump on holiday sales, we’re now seeing some of the best cheap iPhone deals of the year.
One of our favorite iPhone deals comes courtesy of Verizon. The mobile carrier has the iPhone 12 on sale for free via a 24-month installment plan, trade-in, and with an unlimited plan. (You’ll need to port your number to Verizon to take advantage of this iPhone deal). That’s one of the best iPhone deals you’ll find. Verizon also has the iPhone SE for free when you open a new Verizon Unlimited line.
Not sure which iPhone is right for you? Be sure to check out our best iPhones guide to help you decide. Otherwise, here are the best cheap iPhone deals you can get right now.
Best iPhone deals right now
iPhone deals and Black Friday
Black Friday deals are here early. In fact, many retailers are already offering previews of their holidays sales, and that includes discounts on the iPhone. Expect the iPhone 12 to drop as low as $0 with contract — a price we’ve already seen — whereas older iPhone models like the iPhone 11 and iPhone SE might be offered with freebies. (The iPhone SE 2020 is already free on contract at Verizon). Make sure to follow our guide to the best iPhone 12 Black Friday deals for the latest discounts and sales.
iPhone 12
iPhone 12: free with Unlimited + trade-in @ Verizon
At Verizon, trade-in an iPhone X (or higher), sign up for a Verizon Unlimited plan, and you can get the new iPhone 12 for free (with a 24-month installment plan). That’s $799 off and one of the best iPhone 12 deals we’ve seen. View Deal
iPhone 12: free with Unlimited + trade-in @ Verizon
At Verizon, trade-in an iPhone X (or higher), sign up for a Verizon Unlimited plan, and you can get the new iPhone 12 for free (with a 24-month installment plan). That’s $799 off and one of the best iPhone 12 deals we’ve seen. View Deal
iPhone 12 / iPhone 12 Pro: $150 Mastercard for T-Mobile/Sprint @ Apple
T-Mobile/Sprint customers who purchase an iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro via the Apple Store and trade-in an iPhone 8 or newer will receive a $150 prepaid Mastercard. (You’ll receive a promo code for the card, which can be validated at T-Mobile). This is one of the best iPhone 12 deals we’ve seen. (You can view the full details of this promo below the 5th footnote on the Apple Store page). View Deal
iPhone 12: up to $500 off w/ trade-in @ Apple Store
The Apple Store is offering credits of up to $500 when you purchase a new iPhone 12 and trade-in your old phone. A Galaxy S10 would get you up to $160 in Apple credits, whereas an iPhone XS would get you up to $300 in Apple credits. The credits can be used for your iPhone 12-pre-order. View Deal
iPhone 12: free with Unlimited + trade-in @ AT&T
Apple’s new iPhone 12 is finally here and AT&T is offering the first major discount. Currently, new and existing AT&T subscribers can get the iPhone 12 for free when purchased with an AT&T Unlimited Plan and with trade-in of an iPhone 8 (or higher). It’s the first iPhone 12 deal we’ve seen and one of the fastest discounts we’ve seen on a new iPhone. View Deal
iPhone 12: Save $250 on all models
Xfinity Mobile is taking $250 off any iPhone from now until Jan. 4, and giving existing customers a $250 prepaid card if they upgrade to a new Apple device. This covers every model in the iPhone 12 range, as well as the iPhone 11 and iPhone SE, making it a compelling reason to switch. However, keep in mind that Xfinity Mobile is exclusive to Xfinity home customers.View Deal
iPhone 11
iPhone 11: $15/month @ Verizon
The Editor’s Choice iPhone 11 packs a 6.1-inch Liquid Retina HD display (1792 x 828), Apple’s A13 Bionic CPU, and dual 12MP ultra wide and wide cameras. (Unlike the “Pro” models it lacks the third rear lens). It also features a 11:16-hour battery life. It’s an excellent smartphone and on sale for just $15/month when you purchase it via a 24-month Verizon installment plan with Unlimited service. View Deal
iPhone 11 Pro: $27/month @ Verizon
Hurry! The iPhone 11 Pro is over $350 off at Verizon right now. The Editor’s Choice iPhone 11 Pro sports a 5.8-inch OLED HDR display, Apple’s A13 Bionic CPU, and triple 12MP ultra wide, wide, and telephoto cameras. It also features a 10:24-hour battery life. It’s on sale for just $27/month when you purchase it via a 24-month Verizon installment plan with Unlimited service. View Deal
iPhone 11: free w/ trade-in @ T-Mobile
At T-Mobile, activate a new voice line on a qualifying rate plan and trade-in your old phone and T-Mobile will give you a free iPhone 11 (or a $700 credit toward an iPhone XR or XS). Eligible phones for the full credit include the Pixel 4, Galaxy Note 9, iPhone 8, and more. To get a $400 credit, you can trade-in an iPhone 6, Pixel 3, OnePlus 7, or more. View Deal
iPhone 11 Pro: up to $1,000 off w/ trade-in @ AT&T
AT&T is offering up to $1,000 in bill credits spread out over 30 months when you buy an iPhone 11 and trade in a qualifying phone. You’re required to port-in your current phone number and open a new line of data under AT&T’s unlimited plan. Alternatively, you can get $400 in bill credits when you add a line without porting in a number. View Deal
iPhone SE 2020
iPhone SE 2020: was $399 now $199 @ Walmart
The ultimate iPhone SE 2020 deal is here. Walmart is offering preorders of the new iPhone SE 2020 for $199. That’s $200 off and the best iPhone SE deal we’ve seen period. The offer is valid with purchase and activation on AT&T, Verizon, or Sprint. An installment plan is required with the carrier, although there’s no penalty for early pay off. View Deal
iPhone SE 2020: from $5/month @ Best Buy
The iPhone SE 2020 is one of Apple’s most affordable iPhones. For a limited time, Best Buy offering it for as low as $5/month when you purchase and activate it via Best Buy. View Deal
iPhone XS
iPhone XS & XS Max: $300 off @ Verizon
At Verizon, buy a new iPhone XS or XS Max with monthly device payments and you’ll get $300 off. In addition, activate a new line with Verizon Unlimited and you’ll get a $150 Verizon gift card. Plus, get up to $550 off with select trade ins. It’s one of the best iPhone deals around. View Deal
iPhone XS: $1/month @ AT&T
For a limited time, purchase an iPhone XS on an AT&T Unlimited plan and you’ll pay just $1/month for your new phone. Existing members who buy a new iPhone XS and upgrade to an Unlimited plan will get 50% off their iPhone XS. View Deal
iPhone XS: 50% off w/ trade-in @ T-Mobile
Switch to T-Mobile and get 50% off the iPhone XS when you trade in an eligible iPhone. Alternatively, you can lease the device for $29.17 per month for 24-months with no money down. View Deal
iPhone XR
iPhone XR: was $599 now $499 @ Boost Mobile
Boost has discounts on many iPhone models, knocking $100 off the cost of everything from the iPhone 11 to the iPhone 8. But the iPhone XR is a pretty compelling buy at Boost, since this discount lets you get a new 6.1-inch iPhone for less than $500.View Deal
iPhone XR: $15/mo + Unlimited @AT&T
Sign up for any Unlimited plan on AT&T and you can get the iPhone XR for just $15/month. A 30-month installment plan is required for this iPhone deal. View Deal