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iPhone Black Friday deals — best sales in 2021

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iPhone Black Friday deals should help you save big bucks on your next Apple phone purchase this holiday season. Whether you're looking for the latest iPhone 13 models or you'd prefer one of Apple's older devices like the iPhone SE, you should see Black Friday deals on all kinds of iPhones from wireless carriers and retailers alike.

But you don't have to wait until Black Friday to find discounts on your next iPhone. Carriers are already offering aggressive deals on many different models, usually requiring either a trade-in or a commitment to an unlimited data plan. (For newer iPhone 13 models, the deal often requires both.)

As Thanksgiving gets closer, we also expect to see a few BOGO iPhone Black Friday deals from mainstream carriers like T-Mobile and AT&T. Until then, though, we're keeping a constant eye on the best iPhone Black Friday deals around. Here's what you can save right now.

Black Friday iPhone deals — best deals at a glance

iPhone 13: up to $1,800 off w/ trade-in + unlimited @ Verizon
iPhone 13 Pro: Up to $800 off w/ trade-in + unlimited @ AT&T
AT&T: iPhone 12 for $15/month (save $190)
Mint Mobile: iPhones from $15/month
Cricket: iPhone SE free w/ new line and three months of unlimited data
iPhone SE: free w/ new line + Unlimited @ Verizon
T-Mobile: iPhone 13 Pro free w/ new line , Magenta Max plan + trade in
Verizon: iPhone 13 Pro Max for up to $1,000 off w/ trade-in + $1,000 gift card for switchers
Visible: Up to $200 gift card w/ new line
Refurb iPhone deals: from $559 @ Apple Store

iPhone 13

iPhone 12

iPhone SE

iPhone 11

iPhone XR

Black Friday iPhone deals — the best accessories

To go along with your new iPhone, we recommend some other essentials, especially a case. Luckily, we have several options for you.

Best iPhone 13 mini cases
Best iPhone 13 cases
Best iPhone 13 Pro cases
Best iPhone 13 Pro Max cases
Best iPhone 12 cases
Best iPhone 12 mini cases

Of course, there's more to getting the most out of your phone. A case can help keep it safe and make it look nice, but there are some other of the best iPhone 13 accessories we think you should check out to enhance your experience.

PopSockets PopGrip for MagSafe
Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter
Jabra Elite Active 75t
Apple AirTag
Belkin MagSafe 2-in-1 Wireless Charger

Black Friday iPhone deals — what to expect

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iPhone 13: Practically every major carrier is currently offering free iPhone 13 deals. The iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, and the iPhone 13 Pro can be had for free when you trade-in an older device and open a new unlimited line. Meanwhile, the iPhone 13 Pro Max is being sold for $99 if you meet the same requirements. As the holidays approach, expect to see BOGO deals and higher trade-in credits.

iPhone 12: Apple's previous-gen smartphone is a better bargain than ever. Expect to see iPhone Black Friday deals on the step-up model (128GB), whereas the base model (64GB) will continue being offered for free when you switch carriers.

iPhone 11: At its new $499 price, the iPhone 11 is now $100 cheaper than it was prior to the iPhone 13's launch. You won't see many discounts on this phone from major carriers, but other prepaid carriers will likely slash an extra $50 off the iPhone 11.

iPhone SE: Apple's $399 budget phone will sell for $0 on contract this holiday season. In fact, multiple retailers like Verizon are already offering the iPhone SE for free. These models will be the cheapest iPhone Black Friday deals of the year.

Tips for finding the best iPhone Black Friday deals

Start with mobile carriers: Mobile carriers tend to offer the best iPhone deals. There is one catch — in order to get their best deals, you'll have to switch to their service. In some instances, you may also have to sign up for an unlimited plan.
Trade-in your old phone for credit: If you have an older phone to trade in, many carriers will give you a generous credit that could range from $100 to as high as $1,000 off. As a result, it pays to keep your smartphone's cables, box, and accessories in good condition so you can get the most from your trade-in.
Check out MVNOs: Short for mobile virtual network operator, MVNOs operate on the infrastructure of existing networks. For instance, Verizon-owned Visible works on Verizon's network, whereas Mint Mobile uses T-Mobile's. MVNOs offer less costly plans than their bigger counterparts. In some instances, there are some trade-off such as less readily available customer support or slightly slower data speeds.
Don't be afraid of refurbs: Apple offers some of the best refurbs in the industry. They refurbish their iPhone to look like new and we especially like the company's refurbs because they're all backed by the same 1-year warranty you'd get with a new Apple device.

As deals editor at Tom's Guide, Louis is constantly looking for ways to avoid paying full price for the latest gadgets. With over 10 years of deals-hunting experience, Louis price checks against multiple retailers and searches high and low for the best deals to bring readers. A born-and-bred New Yorker, Louis is also an avid swimmer and marathoner. His work has appeared on Gizmodo, CNET, and Time Out New York.