There are hundreds of Black Friday iPhone deals today. It's interesting: when it comes to desirability, the iPhone is something of a standout example. It's the one handset that even those who aren't self-identifying tech fans consistently know by name, and while some might instead vouch for a Samsung Galaxy on occasion, given a choice between the two, most would choose Apple; a truth that's reflected in the sales numbers.
The caveat to its appeal is that, unlike Google's Pixels and other prominent Android phones, the iPhone is consistently one of the most expensive mainstream offerings on the market each year; bolstered by the fact that Apple really doesn't seem interested in offering the same sizeable discounts on its famed phones in the same way its rivals do with theirs; even during peak trading seasons, like we're in right now. Happy Black Friday deals season, by the way.
As such, the iPhone is, perhaps – more than the competition – truly at the mercy of third-party retailers and carriers when it comes to Black Friday phone deals. For much of the year the discounts are seldom that compelling, but for whatever reason, things are looking particularly rosy this year.
The recent launch of the iPhone 14 line has already had a bit of an impact on iPhone prices, with iPhone 13 models dropping by at least $100 out the gate. Retailers like Best Buy are showing competitors up, by launching their Black Friday Apple deals early and delivering some surprisingly substantial offers in the process; meaning those who spotted it have already had a chance to save up to $400 on an iPad Pro, ahead of Black Friday itself.
As for iPhone deals more specifically, if, like me, you're most often the go-to for tech recommendations within your family or friend circle, the especially sweet savings being served up on Apple's signature smartphone this year, you'll find below.
Black Friday iPhone sales (US): quick links
- Free iPhone 14: eligible with a trade-in and unlimited plan at Verizon or AT&T
- Free iPhone 14 Pro: eligible with a trade-in and unlimited plan at Verizon or AT&T
- Cheap iPhone 13 Pro (no trade): $5/mo with new unlimited data line at Verizon
- iPhone SE 2022: starting at $209 with activation and trade-in (T-Mobile) at Best Buy
- Visible Wireless: $200 gift card with an iPhone when you switch services
- Mint Mobile: three months free for new customers
- Xfinity Mobile: great options for under $40/month
- Apple trade-in: save up to $600 on a new iPhone with a trade
- Apple refurb: save up to $280 on an unlocked device at Apple
The best Black Friday iPhone deals in the US
Black Friday iPhone sales (UK): quick links
- Amazon: £50 off iPhones
- Argos: not many dals but lots of stock
- Currys: free fast delivery on iPhones
- EE: a variety of contracts and trade-in offers
- John Lewis: up to £300 off with a trade in
- Three: competitive prices on plans
- Free iPhone 14: eligible with a trade-in and unlimited plan at Verizon or AT&T
- Free iPhone 14 Pro: eligible with a trade-in and unlimited plan at Verizon or AT&T
- Cheap iPhone 13 Pro (no trade): $5/mo with new unlimited data line at Verizon
- iPhone SE 2022: starting at $209 with activation and trade-in (T-Mobile) at Best Buy
- Visible Wireless: $200 gift card with an iPhone when you switch services
- Mint Mobile: three months free for new customers
- Xfinity Mobile: great options for under $40/month
- Apple trade-in: save up to $600 on a new iPhone with a trade
- Apple refurb: save up to $280 on an unlocked device at Apple
The best Black Friday iPhone deals in the US
Top 3 iPhones to look out for
The iPhone 14 Pro Max takes over as the new head of the household in Apple's iPhone portfolio, offering the same sizeable 6.7-inch 120Hz display as last year but granting it now power-efficient always-on functionality and ditching the long-standing notch in favor of the new Dynamic Island.
The iOS 16-based (out of the box at least) user experience offers a number of new features and works with Dynamic Island to offer adaptive functionality from this new display element that breaks away from the bezel.
For the iPhone 14 generation, only the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max get a taste of Apple's latest and greatest mobile silicon – the A16 Bionic – which delivers class-leading performance and improved power efficiency over its predecessor.
Provided you're okay with its large size and big price tag (which is pricier year on year in markets like the UK and Australia), there's no greater iPhone than the new iPhone 14 Pro Max.
- Read more: iPhone 14 Pro Max review
The iPhone 13 Pro Max is the best and most exciting of Apple’s iPhone 13 range, with the battery life being an unexpected highlight. This thing can last and last, and while it’s not quite up there with the very longest-lasting phones, it’s easily got some of the best battery life on an iPhone to date.
There’s also a whole lot of power here, with Apple’s A15 Bionic chipset providing significantly better performance not just than previous iPhones but also than any Android phone. That said, we mostly know this thanks to benchmark scores – in the real world, most users will struggle to tap into its potential truly.
The camera has also seen an upgrade, with low light shots particularly impressive, and the new macro mode opening the iPhone range up to a whole new type of photography.
In practice, the hyped Cinematic mode and 120Hz screen didn’t impress us as much, and we're pleased that this is the last Pro with a notch (now that the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max have introduced the Dynamic Island), but overall this is a fantastic upgrade for Apple’s Max line, and it's still one of the very best iPhones.
While the iPhone 14 line is now here, one big omission is a new mini iPhone, making the iPhone 13 mini the last of its kind right now.
The iPhone 13 mini is arguably still the best small phone on the market, thanks to a gorgeous compact design and some great hardware under the hood.
Its 5.4-inch Super Retina XDR OLED screen is smaller than many smartphones, but that means the phone fits comfortably in your hand and is easy to use single-handedly. It looks great, too, being notably brighter than the iPhone 12 mini before it.
The camera is similarly improved year on year, with a 12MP f/1.6 wide camera packing 1.7µm pixels for better low-light performance, paired with a 12MP f/2.4 ultra-wide camera with a 120-degree field of view. Low-light performance is remarkably good on this camera too. What's more, it's all backed up by Apple's A15 Bionic chipset.
The iPhone 13 mini is small yet mighty and still one of the only worthwhile options for small phone lovers.
