10 Ways to Get the Best Deals and Discounts on Your Next iPhone

Does your phone die after only a few hours of use? Is your screen cracked? Did you drop your phone in water and the rice trick didn't seem to help? If you answered yes to any of these questions it is time to get a new phone. With the iPhone being the most popular cellphone brand these days, it seems like the obvious choice for prospective buyers. However, the iPhone’s state of the art features come with a hefty price tag, with the new iPhone 14 starting out at almost $1,000! With that being said, there are absolutely ways to get an iPhone at a reasonable price. Here are 10 proven ways to get the best deal on your new iPhone.

1.) Buy in the Fall

Black Friday isn't the only time to find great deals! Because Apple typically releases their new models in September, this tends to drive down the price of older models. November is usually the month when previous iPhone models reach their lowest price. Simply knowing the best time to buy can save you about $130.

2.) Only Spend on Features You Need

Is having a slightly bigger screen really worth spending an extra $100? Do you really need a better camera? Although Apple offers some pretty incredible features, most of them are unnecessary for the average phone buyer. Apple’s website has a helpful comparison tool that you can use in order to make sure you are buying an iPhone that only has the features you need.

3.) Buy an Older Model

Although it can be tempting to buy the latest iPhone, it is important to realize that newer does not always mean better. According to Apple’s comparison tool, the new iPhone 14’s only new features were crash detection and Emergency SOS via satellite. These two features are an extra $100 more than the iPhone 13.

4.) Skimp out on Storage

If you only use your iPhone for making calls and taking a few occasional photos, extra storage may not be for you. iPhones typically come in 64, 128, 256, or 512 GB and there can be as much as a $300 price difference between the 64 and 512 GB versions of the same iPhone. You can also look into purchasing iCloud storage for only 0.99 cents per month!

5.) Don’t Just Look in the Apple Store

Both Apple and other phone carriers offer interest free payment plans. However, some plans are better than others. Apple’s website offers a convenient tool to help buyers compare deals across different carriers. Some carriers will even offer subscription services or gift cards in order to get you to finance through them. Just be sure to read the agreement between you and the provider you go with to ensure you know what you are signing up for.

6.) Trade in Your Current Phone

Several providers offer trade in deals for your old phone but there are also several other websites that do this. Sites such as Gazelle and Decluttr are great options for phone trade-ins!

7.) Join an Upgrade Program

If you decide that you absolutely need to have the latest iPhone, consider joining an upgrade program. Both Apple and AT&T have programs that help you get the latest iPhone at only a fraction of the cost of a new phone by spreading out the cost over time. Apple’s program also includes access to AppleCare+, a program that gives you access to services such as 24/7 technical support and battery service coverage.

8.) Change Carriers

Several carriers will offer sign up deals that will give you a new phone for a big discount or sometimes entirely for free. This article outlines the best current deals that carriers are offering.

9.) Use the Apple Card

If you are approved for Apple’s credit card you will get 3% cash back when you shop for Apple products. Additionally, this card lets you pay for Apple products with 0% interest.

10.) Consider a Pre-Owned iPhone

Buying a pre-owned iPhone can save you hundreds of dollars without sacrificing quality. You can get a pre-owned phone directly from Apple as well as places such as Facebook marketplace and used electronics stores. Sometimes these "pre-owned" phones have never even been opened!