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The iPhone 15 Series Is Now a Rare Find, but We’ve Got Discounts Across Retailers and Carriers

Take advantage of savings on the iPhone 15 before stock runs out for good.

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There are limited places where you can still find the iPhone 15 in stock. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to find excellent deals on this previous-gen phone. These might be especially great deals for people who don’t need the latest iPhone 17, or the newer iPhone 16E or iPhone 16, as the iPhone 15 is still a solid phone. There are offers for new lines, trade-ins and even direct discounts.

The iPhone 15 lineup still packs plenty of power with strong cameras and long-term software support, and it’s a solid upgrade for anyone coming from an older device. Better yet, these older generations are now seeing meaningful price cuts. We’ve rounded up some of the best iPhone deals currently available to help you save or even get one for free.

What is the best iPhone 15 deal right now?

Multiple carriers are offering serious savings on the iPhone 15 series, but Boost Mobile’s deals stand out. That’s because it’s the only carrier offering discounts that don’t require a trade-in or new line, just a specific plan. You can save $230 by purchasing the phone on the Unlimited Premium plan, and the discount brings the price down to $400.

Read more: Best iPhone 17 Deals

Best iPhone 15 deals

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Best Buy: From $520

Best Buy is offering pre-owned unlocked iPhone 15 models for $520. You can also save more with a trade-in.

Save $20 on pre-owned, save with trade-in
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Verizon: From $17

Verizon isn’t currently offering any direct discounts on the iPhone 15. However, if you are opted into Verizon Loyalty or are a new customer, you can save $40 on upgrade fees right now.

Free with new line
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AT&;T: From $18 a month

AT&T isn’t currently offering any direct discounts on iPhone 15 series phones. However, it has a trade-in program that will save you money if you have an eligible device to trade in.

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. The deal is only valid if you purchase the phone online.

You can also save up to $800 per line when you break your current contract and switch to AT&T from another carrier.

Save up to $800 when you switch
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T-Mobile: From $0

You can get an iPhone 15 for free from T-Mobile with a trade-in on an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan.

Want a different plan? You can still get up to $300 with an eligible trade-in on most other plans.

If you don’t want to trade in, you can also score 50% off with a new line on most plans.

Free with new line, trade-in or switch carriers
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Boost Infinite: From $400

Boost only has the basic iPhone 15 in stock, and you can pick it up for $230 off when you sign up for its $60-per-month Unlimited Premium plan. That drops the starting price to just $400.

Save $230 with Unlimited Premium plan
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Spectrum: From $5 a month

Spectrum is offering the iPhone 15 for $5 per month for 36 months when you sign up for the Unlimted Plus Premium plan. Spectrum is also giving you an extra $100 off with a trade-in for a limited time. That means you’ll score $100 off on top of the value of the device you’re trading in. 

Save an extra $100 with trade-in

How we choose iPhone 15 deals at CNET

Many of CNET’s dedicated deals experts have provided coverage for savings on top tech for more than five years, including cellphone deals from popular brands like Samsung, Apple and Google. Our combined experience has helped us learn how to discern standout deals from trustworthy retailers and carriers so that you can take advantage of the best offer. Whether there are direct discounts, trade-in offers or other bonuses, we’ll help you compare the best deals for unlocked and carrier phones to help simplify your phone-buying experience while avoiding lackluster deals and online shopping scams. 

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iPhone 15 deals FAQs

How much does the iPhone 15 cost?

List prices for the iPhone 15 series have been cut by $100 since the release of the iPhone 16. The current starting prices are:

  • iPhone 15: $699
  • iPhone 15 Plus: $799
  • iPhone 15 Pro: $899
  • iPhone 15 Pro Max: $1,099

Note that prices may vary between locked and unlocked models.

What colors does the iPhone 15 come in?

The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are available in five colors: black, yellow, pink, blue and green. The iPhone 15 Pro models come in natural titanium, white, black and blue.

How does the iPhone 15 compare to the iPhone 16?

In our detailed comparison of the two models, the most notable upgrades for the iPhone 16 series include a brighter display, faster wireless charging and improved cameras. All iPhone 16 models also support Apple Intelligence, which is only found on the Pro and Pro Max models of the iPhone 15 series.