Best iPhone 16 Deals: Here’s How to Save on Apple’s Flagship Phones

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Apple iPhone 16 series at the Apple Store

Save up to $1,000 with carrier offers

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Apple iPhone 16 series at T-Mobile

Up to $1,000 off with trade-in

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Apple iPhone 16 series at AT&T

Up to $1,000 off with eligible trade-in

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Apple iPhone 16 series at Xfinity

Up to $1,000 off with trade-in

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Apple iPhone 16 series at Verizon

Save up to $1,000 with trade-in

All the models of the iPhone 16 feature an action button and camera control button.

James Martin/CNETApple’s latest smartphone release, the Apple iPhone 16 Series, has landed in stores and is now available at both carriers and retailers alike. Announced last month along with the new Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods 4, many Apple users are eager to get their hands on one. But, like all Apple products, they aren’t exactly cheap. That’s why we’ve been tracking the latest deals and offers to help you get one for less.

In his extensive review of the new iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, CNET’s Patrick Holland says the high-end model’s slo-mo video capabilities are the best new iPhone feature he’s seen in years. Lisa Eadicicco says the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are “faster, more intuitive and more customizable,” in her full review of the base iPhone 16 models.

Between the four new iPhone models  — iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max — with a total of nine colors to choose from and four storage capacities, you’ve got a lot of decisions to make, but one thing is certain. If you want to get a new iPhone 16 as soon as possible, the time for ordering is now. Check out the best deals for the iPhone 16 below.

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When did the iPhone 16 launch?Apple’s iPhone 16 and 16 Pro lineup were announced on Sept. 9 and officially hit stores on Sept. 20. You can also now pop into any retailer that sells the iPhone — like an Apple Store, BestBuy or your carrier — and buy from their available stock. Use the Apple Store app to select the model, storage and color you like, and you can check availability at your local Apple Store. You’ll also find the lineup on offer at all major carriers, and we’ve highlighted those current offers below.

It’s not unheard of for popular configurations of colors, models and storage capacities to sell out of available stock and experience a delay. So we suggest you have a couple backup options in mind if you’re determined to get a new iPhone right away. Or be prepared to wait.

How do I order the iPhone 16?Preorders for the iPhone 16 kicked off in the early hours of Friday, Sept. 13, but now that the iPhone 16 series has been in stores for a couple of weeks, you should be able to order the phone you want from nearly all online retailers and carriers as well as find it at brick-and-mortar locations.

First, decide which model iPhone you want to buy — iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max. Then select your preferred color and storage capacity and decide if you’re trading in an older iPhone, which could get you up to $650 back from the Apple site. 

Read more: Get the New iPhone 16 Pro for Free With This T-Mobile Preorder Deal

Then choose an optional carrier and AppleCare Plus coverage (or not) and click the blue Add to Bag button. You can then choose any accessories you want to add and finally enter your payment information to complete your purchase.

How much does the iPhone 16 cost and what are the specs?Prices differ depending on the amount of storage you buy, but here’s the range:

iPhone 16: $799 to $1,099iPhone 16 Plus: $899 to $1,199iPhone 16 Pro: $999 to $1,499iPhone 16 Pro Max: $1,199 to $1,599Read more: All-New iPhone 16 Button Adds Camera Control to Apple’s Flagship Phone

iPhone 16 lineup specs undefined

iPhone 16iPhone 16 PlusiPhone 16 ProiPhone 16 Pro MaxStarting price 128GB $799$899$999NAStarting price 256GB $899$999$1,099$1,199Starting price 512GB $1,099$1,199$1,299$1,399Starting price 1TB NANA$1,499$1,599Display size 6.1-inch6.7-inch 6.3-inch6.9-inch Screen resolution 2,556 x 1,1792,796 x 1,2902,622 x 1,2062,868 x 1,320Pixel density 460 ppi460 ppi460 ppi460 ppiProcessor A18A18A18 ProA18 ProMobile software iOS 18iOS 18iOS 18iOS 18Camera 48MP fusion camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera48MP fusion camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera48MP fusion camera, 48MP ultra-wide camera, 5X telephoto48MP fusion camera, 48MP ultra-wide camera, 5X telephotoFront-facing camera 12-megapixel12-megapixel12-megapixel12-megapixelVideo capture 4K up to 60fps4K up to 60fps4K up to 120fps4K up to 120fpsBattery/charging speeds Up to 22 hours video playbackUp to 27 hours video playbackUp to 27 hours video playbackUp to 33 hours video playbackFingerprint sensor None (Face ID)None (Face ID)None (Face ID)None (Face ID)Connector USB-CUSB-CUSB-CUSB-C What colors do the iPhone 16 models come in?
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus: Black, white, pink, “teal” (green) and “ultramarine” (blue)iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max: Black titanium, white titanium, natural titanium and desert titaniumHow do iPhone 16 trade-in offers work?Some carriers are offering up to $1,000 on eligible trade-ins, which could net you an iPhone 16 Pro for free. One important thing to keep in mind is that most trade-in deals from carriers require you to become a customer, and they often apply to the priciest plan options. 

Select retailers with trade-in programs could offer you gift cards toward future purchases instead, so you don’t have to be locked into a contract to take advantage of the savings from parting with your old device. Those offers may not provide as much of a deal as traditional trade-in offers. We’ve got specifics on how much you can expect to receive for trading in your phone at select retailers and carriers below. 

We saw the new iPhone 16 models in the demo room at Apple headquarters in Cupertino, California. 

Lisa Eadicicco/CNETBest deals for the iPhone 16We’ll continue updating the below list with all of the best iPhone 16 deals across all of the major US retailers and carriers.

You can buy the iPhone 16 series from the Apple Store, and if you have an older phone to trade in, you could get up to $650 in trade-in credit.

Apple is also offering some carrier deals as well. AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon customers save up to $1,000 with an eligible trade-in. Boost Mobile is also offering up to $1,000 off, no trade-in required.

Both new and existing customers can trade in an eligible device on Go5G Next get an iPhone 16 Pro for free or up to $1,000 off any iPhone 16 model. Those who trade in and are on the Go5G Plus plan can get a free iPhone 16 or up to $830 off any other iPhone 16 model. If you have another Go5G, you can still qualify for up to $300 off with an eligible trade-in. 

AT&T is offering great deals on the iPhone 16 lineup. You can get up to $1,000 off on iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max and up to $830 off on iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, with an eligible trade-in. That essentially nets you an iPhone 16 or 16 Pro for free. These discounts are doled out over 36 months in the form of bill credits. 

Eligible devices are smartphones with a minimum trade-in value of $180 for up to $1,000 off the iPhone 16 Pro or 16 Pro Max. For other phones in the series, the trade-in device must have a minimum value between $130 and $179. Additionally, customers must sign up for or be on an unlimited voice and data plan.

Xfinity Mobile is offering up to $1,000 off the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 16 Pro Max with an eligible trade-in. No phone to trade? You can still qualify for up to $400 off when you add a new line and transfer your number.

New and existing Verizon customers on the Unlimited Ultimate plan can get an iPhone 16 Pro for free or up to $1,000 off another phone in the iPhone 16 lineup when you trade in any phone in any condition. If you opt for the Unlimited Plus, you can get up to $830 off or choose the Unlimited Welcome plan and you can still get up to $415 off phones in the iPhone 16 series. 

If you switch to Verizon or add a new line, you can get an iPhone 16 for $5 per month, and the 16 Pro for just $10 per month on the Ultimate Unlimited plan (36 months).

Finally, there’s the option to bring your own device and add a new line to receive a promotional credit: $360 if you opt for the Unlimited Plus plan or $540 if you opt for the Unlimited Ultimate. This promo credit is applied over 36 months. 

If you purchase your new iPhone through Best Buy with a qualified activation and trade-in through AT&T or Verizon, you can save up to $1,000 on the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max and up to $830 on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus.

Walmart is offering carrier deals that can help you save up to $930 off the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, and up to $1,100 off the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max with trade-in when you activate a new line or upgrade with an unlimited voice. You’ll receive the savings via 36 monthly bill credits. You’ll have to activate a new line or upgrade your line to an eligible plan if you’re not already on one.  

Grab a phone from the iPhone 16 lineup at Visible and score $360 towards your Visible Plus service. Simply join Visible on a new line of service, purchase an eligible device either on device payment or at full retail price, select the Visible Plus plan and activate your service within 30 days. You’ll receive a $10 discount off your monthly service for a period of 36 months for a total savings of $360.

If you opt for one of the iPhone 16 series at Boost, you can save up to $1,000 off with no trade-in is required. That nets you the iPhone 16, 16 Pro and 16 Plus for free and gets you a nice discount on the 16 Pro Max. To get the savings, Boost asks you to sign up for their Infinite Access plan, a $65 per month fee.
If you prefer to pay for the phone outright, you won’t get a direct discount on the price, but you will get a free year of 5G service. You can also find Boost via their Amazon storefront, where you’ll find the same offers.

Want to get a deal on previous iPhone models? Our roundup of the best iPhone deals includes sales on the iPhone 15, iPhone SE and more.