Apple recently released the iPhone 16E as a more affordable alternative to its current flagship lineup. But you don't have to opt for a budget model if you're looking to get your hands on an Apple phone for less. The previous-gen iPhone 15 series still has a lot to offer. And many retailers and carriers are looking to clear the rest of their iPhone 15 stock to make room for the iPhone 16 series. That means there are plenty of deals that can put one in your pocket for less right now. However, it is getting harder to find the iPhone 15 series in stock. We've hunted down the best iPhone 15 deals still available and have listed them below so you can easily find the one that works best for you.
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Best iPhone 15 deals
Apple: From $699
Though there are no direct discounts on any of the iPhone 15 series devices, Apple does have a trade-in program that can save you hundreds on a new iPhone 15. Apple claims you can save up to $630, but that's only if you're trading in another iPhone 15, which is an unlikely scenario. For the iPhone 14 series and older, the most you'll save is $450. The iPhone Upgrade Program or Apple Card* financing (and cash back) are also ways to save.
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Save up to $450 with trade-in
Verizon: From $0
Verizon only has used models of the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max available, but there are some serious savings on the basic iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Plus. You can get either model for free when adding a new line on an Unlimited Welcome, Plus or Ultimate plan, with no trade-in required. That saves you up to $730, and the discounts are applied in the form of monthly bill credits over 36 months.
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Free with new line
AT&T: From $6/month
AT&T is offering discounts in the form of monthly bill credits when you buy a new iPhone 15 on an installment plan. Those who have or switch to an eligible unlimited plan can get the basic iPhone 15 for just $6 per month or the 15 Pro Max for $21 per month. Only the 1TB configuration of the 15 Pro is still in stock, and this deal drops the price down to $31 per month -- a $284 discount. At the moment, there aren't any discounts available on the iPhone 15 Plus.
Anyone adding a new line will also get an extra $200 back via monthly bill credits, but it's not required to take advantage of these iPhone discounts. You can also save up to $800 per line when you break your current contract and switch to AT&T from another carrier.
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Save up to $514 with installment plan
T-Mobile: From $0
Both the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max are sold out at T-Mobile, but there are plenty of ways to snag a basic model for free. Those on a Magenta Max, Go5G Plus or Go5G Next plan can get either the basic iPhone 15 or the iPhone 15 Plus for free with an eligible trade-in. Those on most other plans can still save up to $500 with an eligible trade-in.
You can also get either model for free with an eligible trade-in and a new line of service on a qualifying unlimited plan. Other discounts include up to $630 off when you switch your existing number over from another carrier, and military members, first responders and people 55 years or older can take advantage of special offers for up to $800 off.
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Free with trade-in
Best Buy: From $630
Best Buy isn't offering any straightforward discounts, but it does still have some unlocked iPhone 15 and 15 Plus models in stock.
Best Buy also has its own trade-in program, where you can exchange your old phone for additional savings. And all iPhone 15 purchases come with some freebies, including three free months of Apple Fitness Plus, Apple Arcade and Apple Music, as well as two free months of Apple TV Plus (new or returning subscribers only).
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Score Apple freebies
Boost Infinite: From $300
Boost only has the basic iPhone 15 in stock, and you can pick it up for $430 off when you sign up for its $60-per-month Unlimited Premium plan. That drops the starting price down to just $300.
You also have the option to purchase the phone outright at full price, which scores you a free year of service on its Unlimited plan, typically $25 per month.
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Save $430 with Unlimited Premium plan
Spectrum: From $900
Right now, Spectrum is offering $100 off the iPhone 15 Pro or 15 Pro Max, and you'll get an extra $200 in credit with an eligible trade-in. The phone you trade in just needs to have a value greater than $1, so even old and damaged devices will still net you at least $200. You can also get $100 off when you trade in an old phone for the basic iPhone 15 or 15 Plus, but these basic models are not eligible for the extra $200 off.
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$100 off, plus extra trade-in credit
What is the best iPhone 15 deal right now?
Multiple carriers are offering serious savings on the iPhone 15 series at the moment, but AT&T's deals stand out from the crowd. That's because it's the only carrier offering discounts that don't require a trade-in or new line. You can save up to $514 by purchasing the phone on an installment plan, and the discount will be applied as bill credits over 36 months.
If you're not looking to add a new line or service, Apple's trade-in program is the best place to score some savings on an unlocked model.
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