Today's best Samsung Galaxy S23 deals: free devices, trade-ins, cheap plans

We've rounded up all of this week's best Samsung Galaxy S23 deals into one handy resource on this page right here for our readers looking to save on their next upgrade. While not exactly cheap, there are a number of great ways to save on these new flagships and we've factored in multiple budgets here. Regardless of whether you want to go via a big carrier, prepaid, or even pick up an unlocked device, you'll find plenty of Galaxy S23 deals that cover all the bases here.

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There are three devices to check out in this latest range - a standard Galaxy S23, a slightly larger plus-sized Galaxy S23 Plus model, and the flagship Galaxy S23 Ultra. Pricing-wise, the standard device starts at a price of $799 / £769, the middle Plus model begins at $999 / £1,049, and the Ultra starts at a hefty $1,199 / £1,249.

While these starting prices may seem like a big ask upfront, it's worth noting these are top-of-the-line devices with flagship features and tons of power under the hood (thanks to the latest Snapdragon chips, no less). Also, there are some absolutely fantastic Galaxy S23 deals to check out at launch to really help that hefty asking price down to size. 

For example, those in the US can not only get a massive trade-in rebate of up to $1,000 at multiple carriers but a number of nice freebies - including store credit, smartwatches, and tablets. Over in the UK, there are number of really competitive tariffs on offer at most of the big networks, the best of which we've picked out especially for this page.

If you're looking for a detailed run-down of these devices, as well as our initial thoughts, scroll on down to our FAQ section at the bottom of the page. If you'd like to compare these promotions to the latest on other brands - say Apple devices - then head on over to our main cell phone deals page, where you'll find this week's recommendations.

Best Samsung Galaxy S23 deals in the US

Samsung Galaxy S23: up to $800 off with a trade-in, and free tablet and smartwatch at Verizon (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23: up to $800 off with a trade-in, and free tablet and smartwatch at Verizon (opens in new tab)
Verizon quite possibly has the best carrier-specific Galaxy S23 deals on the market right now with this superb combination of a trade-in and freebies. Up for grabs right now is a maximum rebate of up to $800 on all three devices and the option to bundle in a free Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Tab S7 FE tablet. While you'll still need that pricey unlimited plan to be eligible, the freebies alone are worth at least $800 so this is a very generous deal all around. See this same promo on the Galaxy S23 Plus (opens in new tab) or the Galaxy S23 Ultra (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23: up to $800 off with a trade in at Samsung (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23: up to $800 off with a trade in at Samsung (opens in new tab)
Samsung's own Galaxy S23 deals offer a flexible trade-in rebate of up to $800 off - a saving that applies to both carrier and unlocked devices. Because of the sheer flexibility of Samsung's own trade-in program, it's a particularly good option if you're looking for an unlocked device as it's by far the biggest saving you can get without having to sign up for an unlimited data plan at one of the big carriers. See this deal on the Galaxy S23 Ultra (opens in new tab).

Samsung Galaxy S23: save up to $800 with a qualifying trade-in and switch to Xfinity Mobile (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23: save up to $800 with a qualifying trade-in and switch to Xfinity Mobile (opens in new tab)
If you’ve been thinking about trading out that pricey big-data plan for a reasonably priced prepaid option, consider Xfinity Mobile’s latest Galaxy S23 deals. Right now the carrier is offering a huge saving of up to $800 on all three devices - eligible for new customers with a trade-in. Even if you're not trading in, the carrier is offering $500 off with a new line activation so this is a great all-around option if you're looking to save some cash on a shiny new flagship. 

Samsung Galaxy S23: up to $1,000 off with a trade-in at Best Buy (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23: up to $1,000 off with a trade-in at Best Buy (opens in new tab)
Best Buy's Galaxy S23 deals are up there with the best on the market right now with trade-in rebates that are generally in line with those found at the big carrier sites. If you choose to pick up an unlocked device from this retailer instead, Best Buy will give you a $100 rebate with an eligible device activation.

Samsung Galaxy S23:  free with a trade-in at AT&T (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23: free with a trade-in at AT&T (opens in new tab)
AT&T has also retained the core of its Galaxy S23 deals from the initial preorders window, with a focus on big trade-in rebates. Up for grabs is a maximum saving of $800 on all three models. This is enough to get the standard Galaxy S23 device for free and it's also worth noting that AT&T's trade-in criteria is also really generous. In short, if you have a relatively new Apple, Samsung, or Google device ready to hand over you should be able to get a shiny new Galaxy S23 for free - granted you're willing to sign up for a 36-month unlimited plan. See this same deal on the Galaxy S23 Plus (opens in new tab) or the Galaxy S23 Ultra (opens in new tab)

Best Samsung Galaxy S23 deals in the UK

Samsung Galaxy S23: free Galaxy Buds, plus up to £450 off with a trade-in at Samsung (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23: free Galaxy Buds, plus up to £450 off with a trade-in at Samsung (opens in new tab)
Over in the UK, the official Samsung store is offering customers a free pair of Galaxy Buds2 with every device - an awesome freebie that's a great pairing with the Galaxy S23. On top of this, the official store is also offering a generous trade-in rebate of up to £450 off, with a minimum saving of £100 guaranteed. 

Samsung Galaxy S23:  at Affordable Mobiles | O2| free upfront | unlimited data | unlimited calls and texts | £45 per month (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23: at Affordable Mobiles | O2| free upfront | unlimited data | unlimited calls and texts | £45 per month (opens in new tab)
One of the best unlimited data options we've seen in the initial batch of Galaxy S23 deals in the UK is this excellent 24-month O2 tariff from Affordable Mobiles. It's a little pricey per month but you're getting all-you-can-eat data, support from a big network, and zero upfront fees to pay. Added up, you're paying just over a grand for this one so it's easily one of the most competitive options you'll find online today.

Samsung Galaxy S23:  at Affordable Mobiles| Three | free upfront | 100GB data | unlimited calls and texts | £41 per month (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23: at Affordable Mobiles| Three | free upfront | 100GB data | unlimited calls and texts | £41 per month (opens in new tab)
Another fantastic deal from Affordable Mobiles, this Three tariff will score you 100GB of data on a 24-month contract for a very reasonable monthly price. The biggest selling point here? There's nothing to pay upfront which makes it a great choice if you'd prefer to finance your device payments out over installments.  

Samsung Galaxy S23:  at Vodafone| Vodafone| £29 upfront | unlimited data | unlimited calls and texts | £53 per month (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23: at Vodafone| Vodafone| £29 upfront | unlimited data | unlimited calls and texts | £53 per month (opens in new tab)
If you're looking to trade-in an old device, Vodafone itself is a solid option thanks to a massive trade-in rebate of up to £648 on offer. If you're bundling this one up with a plan, our pick for overall value is the Unlimited Max + 3 Xtra benefits plan, which is the basic unlimited data option without all the streaming benefits. Those who think they can do without all that data, however, may want to opt for the 100GB + 2 Xtra benefits plan for £27 per month.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 series specs
Samsung Galaxy S23Samsung Galaxy S23 PlusSamsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Starting price:$799.99 / £769$999 / £1,049$1,199 / £1,249
Dimensions:5.8 x 2.8 x 0.3 inches6.2 x 3 x 0.3 inches6.4 x 3.1 x 0.35 inches
Weight:6 ounces7.3 ounces8.2 ounces
OS:Android 13Android 13Android 13
Screen Size:6.1 inch6.6 inch6.8-inch
Resolution:2316 x 1080 pixels2316 x 1080 pixels3,088 × 1,440
CPU:Qualcomm Snapdragon Gen 8 2 Mobile Platform for GalaxyQualcomm Snapdragon Gen 8 2 Mobile Platform for GalaxyQualcomm Snapdragon Gen 8 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
RAM:8GB8GB8GB, 12GB
Storage:128GB, 256GB256GB, 512GB256GB, 512GB, 1TB
Battery:3,900 mAh4,700 mAh5,000 mAh
Rear Cameras:50MP Wide, 12MP Ultrawide, 10MP telepoto50MP Wide, 12MP Ultrawide, 10MP telepoto200MP Wide, 12MP Ultrawide, 10MP 10x telepoto, 10MP 3x zoom
Front Camera:12MP12MP12MP

Samsung Galaxy S23: what's new?

Galaxy S23 & Galaxy S23 Plus

- New Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip
- Refreshed contour-less design
- 12MP selfie camera

Galaxy S23 Ultra

- New Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip
- 12GB of RAM (on 512GB and up)
- 200MP rear camera
- 12MP selfie camera

The latest Galaxy S23 series is here - is it what we were expecting? Well, early leaks suggested that Samsung was sticking with an incremental upgrade this year and focusing on internal components. Generally speaking, that's what we've got with the Galaxy S23 series but there are some really nice improvements to the device overall that should help justify the upgrade.

First up - the overall look and feel of the devices is roughly equivalent to last year's Galaxy S22 series but we've lost the distinctive rear contour on the camera housing. This essentially leaves the Galaxy S23 'bumpless', with a nice new clean aesthetic that's arguably more modern than the previous iteration.

Across all devices, the display tech is the same as last generation's S22 range but all three devices now come with a new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip under the hood. This 3.6 GHz monster is industry-leading when it comes to performance and should lend more than enough power for games, apps, and potentially even 8K 30 fps video capture.

Another upgrade shared across all three devices is the 12MP selfie camera, which is a slight upgrade from the 10MP featured on the previous generation of Galaxy devices. Generally speaking, the cameras are the same on the standard Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Plus, which is by no means a bad thing considering the snappers were already pretty damn good.

As expected, most of the lion's share of upgrades are reserved for the Ultra device, which now benefits from not only a cutting-edge chip but a whopping 200MP main camera system on top. Paired with 10x zoom, computational improvements to night photography, and the ability to now shoot 50MP RAW files, the S23 Ultra is a mobile photographer's dream.

Which device should you go for?

For us, the standard Galaxy device has always sat in the sweet spot in regard to value. While it's still a relatively pricey buy, you get a fantastic screen, camera, and internal components that are always up there with the very best on the market. Simply put, you don't lose out on anything major by opting for the standard device as it's packing in the same chip as all the others. 

Of course, if you're looking for the very best of the best, then only the Ultra model will suffice. It's where the bulk of the upgrades can be found and it represents the very best that Samsung has to offer. While the processor is essentially the same in this model, extra helpings of RAM, an expanded camera setup, and absolutely humongous screen make it the performance king and a device that will truly make your friends jealous.

The Plus device is more of a niche buy in our opinion since it's essentially an upscaled version of the standard device but it can be a good middle ground if you want that larger display. The question is, is that half-inch of extra real estate worth the fairly significant upcharge - and should you simply opt to spend a little more to get your hands on that Ultra model?

Alex Whitelock
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Alex is deals editor at Future PLC and an all-around expert at one thing - saving readers as much cash as possible while scoring them the best products for their needs. With content that's always packed full of helpful information, no-nonsense expertise, and of course deals, Alex has also written for other leading sites such as T3 and GamesRadar. At work, you'll find him mostly covering computing, gaming, and advising people on how to save on their cell phone plans. Outside of work, you'll find him playing guitar, indulging his love for music, or down at the local climbing gym mostly hanging off boulders far too difficult for his abilities.