If you’re looking for a new Apple iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, or another popular Android phone, you’ll want to make sure you’re getting a good deal. But that can be hard to figure out amid all the iPhone On Us and free phone when you switch slogans out there.
To make things easier, we’re highlighting the best deals we’ve found this week from top carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Spectrum Mobile, and Xfinity Mobile.
Our picks don’t just feature the best advertised price, we tell you the price of any required plan fees so you know the true total cost of each phone deal, plans included. The goal is simple: to help you understand what you’ll actually pay for the phone and plan combined and determine whether the deal saves you or costs you in the long run.
Note: All costs before taxes and fees. Trade-ins must be in good condition to qualify unless noted otherwise.
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Xfinity Mobile: Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Phone: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (256GB)
Plan Requirement: Xfinity Mobile Mobile Plus
Phone Price: $10.28/month for 36 months (with iPhone 15 Pro Max trade-in)
Plan Price: $15/month for the first 12 months (includes $30/month promotional credit), then $45/month
Why This Deal?
Xfinity is offering the iPhone 17 Pro Max for $10.28 a month with an eligible iPhone 15 Pro Max trade-in on its Mobile Plus plan. For the first year, the phone and plan cost just $25.28 a month combined, making this an affordable way to get Apple’s largest and most powerful iPhone.
Who Qualifies
Customers who transfer a number from another carrier, activate an Xfinity Mobile Plus line, and trade in an iPhone 15 Pro Max in good condition. An active Xfinity Internet account is also required to qualify for Xfinity Mobile deals and promotions.
What You'll Pay
Estimated total over 36 months: $1,630 (before taxes and fees)
How the Credits Work
Xfinity applies $830 in promotional bill credits over 36 months, reducing the iPhone 17 Pro Max’s price from $1,199.99 to $369.99—or $10.28 a month. A separate $30 monthly plan credit applies for the first 12 months, lowering the Mobile Plus plan from $45 to $15 a month. Once that plan credit expires at the end of month 12, the plan price increases to $45/month for the remainder of the term.
About the Plan
Xfinity Mobile Mobile Plus includes unlimited high-speed data that is never slowed, 50GB of high-speed hotspot data (then unlimited at reduced speeds), and 4K UHD video streaming. It also includes unlimited talk, text, and data in over 215 countries, and a Lifetime Device Warranty — which covers repairs and replacements and is typically a $10–$25/month add-on elsewhere.
Xfinity Mobile service also runs on Verizon's nationwide network. Check out the video below for more details:
About the Phone
The iPhone 17 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, a triple rear camera system (48MP Fusion Main, 48MP Fusion Ultrawide, 48MP Fusion Telephoto) plus an 18MP front camera, Apple's A19 Pro chip, and up to 35 hours of battery life. It's the largest iPhone Apple currently makes.
Keep in mind, Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 18 Pro Max in September — a few weeks away. If you're considering a 36-month financing commitment on a Pro Max model, it may be worth waiting to see what Apple unveils before locking that in.
Who Should Get This Deal
✅ Get If:
- You have an iPhone 15 Pro Max to trade in
- You're switching to Xfinity Mobile and have (or will have) an active Xfinity Home Internet account
- You want Apple's largest iPhone with a feature-packed plan and Lifetime Device Warranty included
❌ Skip If:
- You don't have an Xfinity Home Internet account (required to qualify)
- You don't have an iPhone 15 Pro Max to trade in
- You're not comfortable with a 36-month financing commitment — especially with iPhone 18 Pro Max expected in approximately six weeks
AT&T: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Phone: Apple iPhone 17 Pro (256GB)
Plan Requirement: AT&T Extra 2.0
Phone Price: $0/month for 36 months (with iPhone 15 Pro trade-in)
Plan Price: $70/month
Why This Deal?
AT&T is offering the iPhone 17 Pro free with an eligible iPhone 15 Pro trade-in—and the offer is available with its mid-tier Extra 2.0 plan. For customers looking to switch, it’s an easy way to get Apple’s newest premium iPhone and wireless service for $70 a month.
Who Qualifies
Customers switching to AT&T (moving over a line from another carrier) and activating on the Extra 2.0 plan with an iPhone 15 Pro trade-in in good condition.
What You'll Pay
Estimated total over 36 months: $2,520 (before taxes and fees)
How the Credits Work
AT&T applies $1,100 in promotional bill credits over 36 months to fully cover the iPhone 17 Pro's installment cost. Credits typically begin within two billing cycles after AT&T processes the trade-in.
About the Plan
AT&T Extra 2.0 includes unlimited high-speed data (speeds may slow after 100GB), 50GB of high-speed hotspot data (then unlimited at reduced speeds), SD (480p) video streaming, and unlimited talk and text. It also includes unlimited talk, text, and data in Mexico and Canada.
About the Phone
The iPhone 17 Pro features a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR display, a triple rear camera system (48MP Fusion Main, 48MP Fusion Ultrawide, 48MP Fusion Telephoto) plus an 18MP front camera, Apple's A19 Pro chip, and up to 39 hours of battery life.
One thing to keep in mind: Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 18 Pro in September 2026 — a few weeks away. If you're considering a 36-month commitment on a Pro model, it may be worth waiting to see what Apple unveils first.
Who Should Get This Deal
✅ Get If:
- You own an iPhone 15 Pro to trade in
- You're switching to AT&T from another carrier
- You want Apple's Pro-tier camera system without committing to AT&T's most expensive plan
❌ Skip If:
- You don't own an iPhone 15 Pro or newer to trade in for the full credit
- You want HD or 4K video streaming (this plan caps at SD 480p)
- You may want to upgrade before the 36-month term ends — especially with iPhone 18 Pro expected in a few weeks
T-Mobile: Apple iPhone 17
Phone: Apple iPhone 17 (256GB)
Plan Requirement: T-Mobile Experience More
Phone Price: $0/month for 24 months (with iPhone 15 trade-in)
Plan Price: $85/month
Why This Deal?
T-Mobile is offering the iPhone 17 free with an iPhone 15 trade-in, and the full $830 credit applies on the Experience More plan. With 4K streaming, 60GB of hotspot, Netflix, and Apple TV+ included, it's a strong plan for the price —if you're going to use those perks.
Who Qualifies
Customers switching to T-Mobile (moving over a number from another carrier) and activating on the Experience More plan with an iPhone 15 trade-in in good condition.
What You'll Pay
Estimated total over 24 months: $2,040 (before taxes and fees)
How the Credits Work
T-Mobile applies $830 in promotional bill credits over 24 months to fully cover the iPhone 17's installment cost. Credits typically begin within two billing cycles after T-Mobile processes your trade-in.
About the Plan
T-Mobile Experience More includes unlimited high-speed data that is never slowed, 60GB of high-speed hotspot data (then unlimited at reduced speeds), and 4K UHD video streaming. It also includes Netflix Standard with Ads, Apple TV+, and unlimited calling, texting, and data with up to 15GB at 4G LTE speeds in Mexico and Canada.
About the Phone
The iPhone 17 features a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR display, 48MP main and 48MP ultrawide rear cameras plus an 18MP front camera, Apple's A19 chip, and up to 30 hours of battery life.
Note: Apple is expected to announce the full iPhone 18 lineup in September 2026 — a few weeks away.
Who Should Get This Deal
✅ Get If:
- You own an iPhone 15 to trade in
- You're switching to T-Mobile from another carrier
- You want a free iPhone 17 with a premium plan tier included
❌ Skip If:
- You don't own an iPhone 15 to trade in
- You'd prefer a lower monthly cost and don't need the plan perks
- You want to avoid an $85/month plan commitment — especially with iPhone 18 expected in September
Verizon: Apple iPhone 17e
Phone: Apple iPhone 17e (256GB)
Plan Requirement: Verizon Unlimited Plus
Phone Price: $0/month for 36 months (no trade-in required)
Plan Price: $80/month
Why This Deal?
Verizon is offering the iPhone 17e free on its Unlimited Plus plan, with no trade-in required. It’s the only deal in this week’s roundup that lets you keep your current device, making it a great option for anyone without an eligible trade-in—or anyone who simply doesn’t want to give up their old phone.
Who Qualifies
Customers switching to Verizon (moving a number from another carrier) and activating on the Unlimited Plus plan. No trade-in is required.
Estimated total over 36 months: $2,880 (before taxes and fees)
How the Credits Work
Verizon applies $600 in promotional bill credits over 36 months to fully cover the iPhone 17e's installment cost. Credits typically begin within two billing cycles of activation and require the line to remain active and in good standing to receive the full credit.
About the Plan
Verizon Unlimited Plus includes unlimited high-speed data that is never slowed, 30GB of high-speed hotspot data (then unlimited at reduced speeds), HD (720p) video streaming, and unlimited talk and text. It also includes talk, text, and unlimited data in Mexico and Canada (data speeds reduced to 3G after 2GB/day).
About the Phone
The iPhone 17e features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, a 48MP Fusion main camera plus a 12MP TrueDepth front camera, Apple's A19 chip, and up to 26 hours of battery life. Keep in mind that the iPhone 17e has a single rear camera — no ultrawide or telephoto lens.
Note: Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 18 lineup in September 2026 — a few weeks away.
Who Should Get This Deal
✅ Get If:
- You're switching to Verizon from another carrier
- You don't have a trade-in device — or don't want to use one
- You want a free iPhone with 30GB hotspot and HD streaming included
❌ Skip If:
- You need more than 30GB of high-speed hotspot data
- You want 4K video streaming (this plan caps at HD 720p)
- You may want to upgrade before the 36-month term ends — especially with iPhone 18 expected in September
Final Thoughts
Sometimes the best move isn’t just chasing the biggest advertised discount — it’s understanding which deals you actually qualify for and what they really cost over time.
Each week, the Save On Wireless team reviews phone promotions across major carriers. Instead of focusing only on the best advertised phone price, we calculate the total cost over the full financing term, factoring in trade-in requirements, required plan fees, promotional credits, and post-promo pricing.
Promotions can change quickly. But you'll always find the latest phone deals and plan offers across top carriers at Save On Wireless.
- Deal of the Week: Xfinity Mobile — iPhone 17 Pro Max and Mobile Plus for $25.28/month for the first year with trade-in
- No-Trade-In iPhone Deal: Verizon — Free iPhone 17e on Unlimited Plus for $80/month for 36 months
- Best Standard iPhone 17 Pro Deal: AT&T — Free iPhone 17 Pro with trade-in on Extra 2.0 for $70/month
| Market Based Trade-In | Carrier Trade-in Promo | |
|---|---|---|
| PAYOUT TYPE | Cash, PayPal or Store Credit | Monthly bill credits or account credit |
| CONDITIONS | Based on phone’s fair market value | Must buy a new phone or switch plans |
| TYPICAL VALUE | Lower (e.g. $100-300 for older models) | Higher (e.g. up to $1000, with strings) |
| FLEXIBILITY | No obligation to switch or upgrade | Must commit to contract or installment |
| TRANSPARENCY | Straightforward cash deal | Promotional value applied over 24-36 mos. |
When a carrier advertises a "free phone," it typically means the phone's cost is covered through bill credits applied over 24 or 36 months. You'll still need to stay on a required plan for the full term to receive all the credits.
Many of the best carrier promotions do require a trade-in, but not all of them. When a trade-in is required, the eligible device and its condition matter — carriers typically require the phone to be in good working condition to qualify for the full credit.
Buying outright means you own the phone immediately and aren't tied to any carrier or plan. Financing through a carrier spreads the cost over 24 or 36 months, often with promotional credits that reduce or cover the entire phone cost.
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