The Best Black Friday iPhone Deals of 2025

This week, T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T are locked in a battle for subscribers, offering discounts ranging from $820 to $1,300 off Apple’s latest flagship lineup. But with so many terms, conditions, and plan requirements, it can be hard to spot the real value.

After combing through the fine print, I’ve broken down the winners, the losers, and exactly which deal is right for your wallet.

The "Best Overall" Deal: Verizon

The Deal: Free iPhone 17 Pro Max (No Trade-In Required)

• Plan Required: Ultimate or Plus Unlimited
• Bonus: Free iPad and Apple Watch (requires accessory lines)

Why it wins: Verizon has done something they rarely do—they dropped the trade-in requirement for their most expensive phone. Usually, getting a free Pro Max requires handing over a pristine, recent-model phone.

Right now, you can get the iPhone 17 Pro Max for free just by adding a new line on an eligible plan.

If you don't need the Pro Max, they are running a similar "no trade-in" offer on the standard iPhone 17 via the cheaper Welcome Unlimited plan, making it a solid budget option.

The Catch: If you want the "free" iPad and Apple Watch, you have to pay for their cellular data lines, which can add up monthly. If you don't need the tablet or watch data, skip the bundle and just enjoy the free $1,300 phone.

The "Best for Families" Deal: T-Mobile

The Deal: Four iPhone 17 devices for FREE

• Plan Required: Essentials Plan (or higher)
• Total Cost: ~$100/month for 4 lines

Why it wins: This is hands-down the best volume deal we've seen in 2025. T-Mobile is allowing this promo on their entry-level Essentials plan. Most carrier "free phone" deals force you onto premium plans that cost $50-$60 per line.

With this deal, a family of four can get four brand-new iPhone 17s and pay just $25 per line/month for service. If you have four numbers to port over, the math here is unbeatable.

Honorable Mention: If you are a single user or want the Pro model, T-Mobile is also offering a free iPhone 17 Pro (plus the iPad/Watch bundle) on their premium Experience Beyond plan. It’s a great package, but the monthly plan cost is significantly higher than the family offer.

The "iPhone Air" Special: AT&T

The Deal: iPhone Air for $12.99/mo (No Trade-In)

• Plan Required: Unlimited Data Plan
• Trade-in Option: Up to $1,100 off iPhone 17 series with trade-in

Why it wins: The iPhone Air is the hot new device this year, and AT&T is offering it for more than 50% off without requiring you to trade in an old phone. It’s a straightforward discount for anyone who wants the thinnest iPhone ever made but doesn't have a high-value device to swap.

If you do have an old phone to trade, AT&T is arguably the best place for the iPhone 17 Pro. Their trade-in rebate is currently capped at $1,100, which fully covers the cost of the Pro model.

Bottom Line: If you don't have an old phone to swap, Verizon offers the best value this year by giving away the top-tier iPhone 17 Pro Max completely free without a trade-in.

Which One Should You Buy?

• Go with Verizon if: You want the absolute best phone (17 Pro Max) and don't want the hassle of trading in an old device.
• Go with T-Mobile if: You are moving a family of 3 or 4. Getting four new iPhones on a $100/month bill is a financial no-brainer.
• Go with AT&T if: You have a high-value trade-in (get the 17 Pro) or if you specifically want the iPhone Air without a trade-in.