Apple iPhone 17e preorders are finally live — and I've got the biggest and best discounts right here

Apple iPhone 17e in three colors on light orange background
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After a very, very short announcement window, the iPhone 17e is now officially available to preorder at Apple and other leading retailers. This device is perfect if you're looking for a powerful iPhone that doesn't break the bank, and even better still, there are some great opening deals to consider.

You can check out today's best iPhone 17e preorder deals just down below. Highlights include a free device with a new line at Verizon (no trade-in needed), a free phone for new customers at T-Mobile, and up to $685 off with a trade-in at Apple - a particularly good option for an unlocked device.

Over in the UK, readers can get a respectable £585 off with a trade-in at the official Apple Store. That's the maximum rebate, of course, so don't expect to hit that saving unless you're handing over a particularly valuable device.

Today's best iPhone 17e deals in the US

Apple iPhone 17e: free with a new line on any unlimited plan at Verizon
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Apple iPhone 17e: free with a new line on any unlimited plan at Verizon
Verizon's opening deal on the new iPhone 17e is fantastic if you're looking for an Apple device on a budget. Unlike other new iPhones, you don't actually need to trade-in to get the iPhone 17e for free on a new unlimited data line. According to the criteria, this deal is eligible on all of the carrier's myPlan unlimited plans, too. That includes the Welcome Unlimited tier - a plan that costs just $55/mo for a single line.

Apple iPhone 17e: free with a switch or trade-in at T-Mobile
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Apple iPhone 17e: free with a switch or trade-in at T-Mobile
T-Mobile's opening iPhone 17e deals offer plenty of options for new and existing customers alike today. Firstly, switchers can get a free iPhone 17e if they add an unlimited line at the carrier. Existing customers can trade in for a discount of up to $830 - which is the usual rebate you'll find across all iPhone 17 devices right now. Perhaps the best deal, however, is the 'Four iPhone 17 on Us' promotion, which lets you bundle four devices on the entry-level Essentials unlimited for just $25/mo per line.

Apple iPhone 17e: $16.67$5.99/mo with an unlimited plan at AT&T
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Apple iPhone 17e: $16.67 $5.99/mo with an unlimited plan at AT&T
AT&T's opening deal on the new iPhone 17e is one of the better 'budget' options at the carrier right now. Discounts without the associated trade-in criteria are rare at the carrier, but right now you can get the device for just $6/mo with a new unlimited data line. If you're going to trade, I'd still recommend the standard iPhone 17, but this is a strong option for those without a decent phone ready to hand over.

Apple iPhone 17e: get up to $685 off with a trade-in at Apple
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Apple iPhone 17e: get up to $685 off with a trade-in at Apple
Looking for an unlocked device? Apple's your only option today, but the official retailer does have a pretty good deal. Available right now is a trade-in rebate of up to $685 off - a discount that you can technically use to cover the entire cost of the device. Of course, you'll need to be handing over a pretty valuable device to reach that full rebate amount, so mileage may vary here. Still, there's potential for a seriously cheap iPhone here.

Today's best iPhone 17e deals in the UK

Apple iPhone 17e: get up to £585 off with a trade-in at Apple
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Apple iPhone 17e: get up to £585 off with a trade-in at Apple
Over in the UK, potential upgraders can get an excellent trade-in rebate of up to £585 at the official Apple Store this week. Annoyingly, this isn't quite enough to cover the entire cost of the device, but nonetheless, this is likely to be the best saving you'll find if you're looking for an unlocked device specifically. You will, however, need to hand over a pretty valuable device to hit the full rebate here.

Apple iPhone 17e: up to 250GB extra data per month at Mobile Phones Direct
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Apple iPhone 17e: up to 250GB extra data per month at Mobile Phones Direct
Mobile Phones Direct is worth checking out today if you're looking for a decent contract deal. The retailer is currently throwing in a serious amount of extra data on various plans from O2 and Vodafone right now, alongside free gifts like a case of wine and a cafetiere!

Apple iPhone 17e: up to £130 off with a trade-in at Mobiles.co.uk
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Apple iPhone 17e: up to £130 off with a trade-in at Mobiles.co.uk
Thinking about pairing up your iPhone 17e with a cheap plan? One of the best options is definitely Mobiles.co.uk today. The retailer currently has super-cheap ID Mobile plans from just £15.99 per month - and, you can also trade-in for an additional discount of up to £130 off.

This section is currently being updated - stay tuned for more UK deals as they go live!

What's new with the iPhone 17e?

Four iPhone 17es on a blue and green background

(Image credit: Apple)
  • Same A19 chipset as the iPhone 17
  • Magsafe support
  • Upgraded wireless charging
  • Now starts with 256GB of storage

As expected, the new iPhone 17e is a relatively modest update rather than a major redesign, but it keeps the same $599 / £599 starting price while introducing a handful of meaningful upgrades. Most notably, it now runs on the new A19 chip, which is the same processor from the standard iPhone 17e - bringing the 17e in line with Apple’s latest generation in terms of performance.

Beyond the chipset, Apple has made a few practical improvements. The iPhone 17e's base storage has been bumped up to 256GB with no price increase. Wireless charging also gets a welcome boost with full MagSafe support at up to 15W, replacing the slower 7.5W Qi charging found on its predecessor. The rear camera hardware remains largely the same, though Apple has added its next-generation portrait features with enhanced Focus and Depth Control.

Design-wise, the iPhone 17e sticks closely to the 16e’s formula, with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, aluminum frame, and Action button. However, it now uses second-generation Ceramic Shield glass for improved scratch resistance and reduced glare, and introduces a new “soft pink” color alongside black and white. Overall, the iPhone 17e is an incremental refresh focused on internal refinements rather than dramatic changes, but considering it's the same price as before, it's definitely a good budget option.

Alex Whitelock
Retail Editor

Alex is TechRadar's retail editor, specializing in buying advice and general tips on how to save our readers as much cash as possible. He's covered major retail events in some capacity for over seven years now; both in editorial and other ecommerce adjacent roles on TechRadar, T3, GamesRadar, and other Future PLC sites. Alex's expertise touches on most areas, but he has a particular love for phones, laptops, and cameras, being an avid photographer.

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