Black Friday is here again, which means it’s time to consider any major purchases you want to make for the upcoming year while the discounts are plentiful. We, on the Business Insider Reviews team, have been closely following the rollout of Apple’s latest batch of iPhones since they were launched back in September, so a new device is top of mind. To that end, we’re happy to report that the best Black Friday iPhone deals are already in full swing.
Though Friday the 28th isn’t quite here, the Black Friday iPhone deals are, and you can already score free phones at several major carriers when you trade in an eligible older device or add a new line, depending on the offer. In addition to the great deals we’re seeing on past models, this is also the first opportunity to upgrade to one of the latest generation iPhones at a discount since their release. Whether you’ve had your eye on the new orange iPhone 17 Pro or ultra-thin iPhone Air, now’s the time to grab it. You can even score a free bundle at Verizon that includes the iPhone 17 along with the latest Apple Watch and iPad.
Ahead, shop the best Black Friday iPhone deals from major carriers like Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T. For more early discounts across all categories, check out our full roundup of the best Black Friday sales and deals.
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Best Black Friday iPhone deals
Apple iPhone 17
The iPhone 17 comes in five different colors and features improvements like an Always-On display, better scratch resistance, A19 chip, and more. T-Mobile’s Black Friday deal gets you a free iPhone 17 via 24 monthly bill credits when you switch over four lines from another carrier.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
The newest iPhone Pro has a 6.3″ display and includes the A19 Pro chip, upgraded camera systems, and the longest iPhone battery life to date. AT&T’s Black Friday deal gets you a free 17 Pro via 36 monthly bill credits when you trade in an eligible device.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
The newest iPhone Pro Max has a 6.9″ display and includes the A19 Pro chip, upgraded camera systems, and the longest iPhone battery life to date. AT&T’s Black Friday deal saves you up to $1,100 via 36 monthly bill credits with an eligible trade-in.
Apple iPhone Air
Apple’s sleekest and thinnest iPhone yet, the brand-new iPhone Air has a width of less than a quarter-inch. T-Mobile’s Black Friday deal gets you one for free via 24 monthly billing credits with a qualifying trade-in.
Apple iPhone 16
Apple’s iPhone 16 runs Apple Intelligence and boasts some hardware upgrades over the iPhone 15, like the useful Action and Camera Control buttons and a new-generation processor. Verizon is offering the iPhone 16 for free as long as the line using the phone is on the Unlimited Ultimate plan and the user doesn’t switch phones for 36 months.
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
The iPhone 16 Pro’s upgraded camera system matches its Pro Max sibling with a 5x optical zoom lens for the first time. Verizon’s Black Friday deal gets you one for free via 36 monthly billing credits when you add a new line.
Apple iPhone 16e
Apple’s iPhone 16e features significant upgrades over the previous entry-level iPhone, including Apple Intelligence, Face ID, and an Action button. T-Mobile’s Black Friday deal gets you one for free via 24 monthly billing credits with a qualifying trade-in.
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
For fans of larger smartphones, the iPhone 16 Plus comes with the same perks of the base model with a bigger size and battery. T-Mobile’s Black Friday deal gets you one for free via 24 monthly billing credits when you switch to the Experience More plan.
Apple iPhone 17, Apple Watch Series 11, and iPad
Verizon will give you an iPhone 17 (256 GB), Apple Watch Series 11, and iPad when you get an iPhone with a new line on myPlan. You’ll also need a service plan for the watch and iPad to get the bundle offer.
The iPhone Air, Apple’s thinnest model yet, is on sale.
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FAQ
Can Black Friday iPhone deals actually get me a phone for free?
The short answer is yes, but with some caveats. In most cases, the phone isn’t paid off upfront, but rather through monthly billing credits over time, which means that you’ll be responsible for paying off the remainder of the phone’s cost if you leave your contract early. That said, as long as you don’t break your contract, you’ll make up the cost of the phone, minus a minimal one-time activation fee.
If you generally prefer to upgrade your phone more frequently, we recommend checking out one of T-Mobile’s iPhone deals, which lock you into a 24-month contract, as opposed to the 36-month contracts at Verizon and AT&T. You’ll also want to consider which carrier offers the best plan for your needs. To see a more detailed comparison between carriers, check out our guide to the best cell phone plans.
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Jennifer Gonick
Coupons and Deals Fellow
Jenn Gonick is the Coupons and Deals Fellow on Business Insider’s Reviews team. A savvy online shopper, she’s always on the hunt for the best sales and promotions.ExperienceJenn joined the Business Insider Reviews team in early 2025, where she reports on the best coupons and deals available. Prior to joining Business Insider, she worked in PR, branding, and social media. Jenn began her editorial career at Prevention, where she covered product recommendations, shopping news, celebrity news, and health and wellness. She also played a role in covering major sale events, including Prime Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday.Why you can trust JennJenn knows not every deal is worth buying and doesn’t recommend anything she wouldn’t take advantage of herself. Her previous experience in PR and branding has also given her an eye for spotting misleading advertising language, so she always knows how to tell when a discount or coupon is the real deal.EducationJenn graduated from George Washington University with a degree in English & Communication and a minor in Applied Ethics.Expertise
- Deals
- Coupons
- Major sale events to watch out for
- Beauty and style
- Fitness, health, and wellness
Outside of work Outside of work, you can find Jenn frequenting her favorite coffee shops and restaurants, trying out new recipes, or browsing the local bookstore for her next read. She is based in Brooklyn.
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