The best iPhone 15 deals for December 2024: free devices, accessories, and unlocked options

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We've rounded up all of this week's best iPhone 15 deals into one easy to navigate list right here. Using this page, you'll easily be able to compare all your options at the big carriers, smaller prepaid carriers, and also for unlocked devices. Regardless of what you're looking for, we'll be able to tell you the cheapest ways to get your hands on these excellent flagship devices.

The best iPhone 15 deals usually revolve around trade-in rebates at the big carriers, although in recent months we have seen a few companies (notably Verizon) veer away from this model. Right now, for example, you don't actually need a trade to get a free iPhone 15 at the carrier alongside a new unlimited data plan. The catch here, of course, is that the plans can be pretty pricey in themselves, although note that options for unlocked devices also exist if you want to escape the lengthy plans.

As a brief overview, the iPhone 15 range features upgrades to the chipset and camera, and for the standard and plus device - the inclusion of the Dynamic Island display. As you'd imagine, most of the crucial upgrades are concentrated on the Pro models, although every entry has had a decent refresh - including the overall look of the range.

If you're interested in a full detailed run-down of each device, you can head straight on over to our in-depth iPhone 15 review, iPhone 15 Plus review, iPhone 15 Pro review, or iPhone 15 Pro Max review pages. Alternatively, those in a rush can find a quick overview of the range alongside device specs at the bottom of the page. You can also check out our main iPhone deals hub if you're interested in promotions on the older devices.

Apple iPhone 16 deals

Apple iPhone 16 deals
The latest iPhone 16 series is now available and we've launched a standalone page for our recommended promotions on these outstanding flagships. Alongside several of the usual trade-in rebates, you'll also find superb deals at prepaid carriers so don't hesitate to check-in and see what we've got this week.

Today's best iPhone 15 deals

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: free with an unlimited data plan at Verizon

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: free with an unlimited data plan at Verizon
It's a great time to be checking out iPhone 15 deals at Verizon this week as one of the best deals on the entire carrier site is currently available on the iPhone 15 Pro Max. This superb high-end flagship is not only available for free without the usual trade-in criteria, but it only requires a line on the Plus unlimited plan to be eligible. That's a cheaper plan than the Ultimate unlimited plan that's required to get similar deals on the iPhone 16 series right now so this is a superb deal overall.

See this same deal on the standard Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus.

Apple iPhone 15: $5.99/mo with an unlimited data plan at AT&T

Apple iPhone 15: $5.99/mo with an unlimited data plan at AT&T
Over at AT&T, this week's best iPhone 15 deal can get you the standard model for just $6/mo alongside a new line on an unlimited data plan. While this isn't the absolute best deal on the market right now in terms of overall savings, no trade-in criteria is needed here to get a discount on the device. That automatically makes it one of the most flexible options at the carrier right now.

Apple iPhone 15: $399 with Unlimited Premium plan at Boost Infinite

Apple iPhone 15: $399 with Unlimited Premium plan at Boost Infinite
You can get a healthy $400 discount on the iPhone 15 if you pick it up alongside an Unlimited Premium plan at Boost Mobile this week - a great upfront deal. Note that the Boost plan in question here runs at $60 per month, which makes it a really cost-effective option overall if you're looking to switch up from the usual big carrier options. Included with the plan is 50GB of premium 5G data per month, global talk and text, and mobile hotspot.

Apple iPhone 15: up to $620 off with a trade-in at Apple

Apple iPhone 15: up to $620 off with a trade-in at Apple
As always, the only option for new non-refurb unlocked iPhones is to buy your device directly from Apple. It's unfortunate not to have better choice - especially since the official retailer doesn't ever offer price cuts - but there is a great trade-in rebate you can take advantage of. Right now, the maximum saving is up to $620, which is enough to significantly reduce the upfront price of your device. This method is great if you want the freedom to pair up your device with one of the myriad prepaid carriers currently offering cheap cell phone plans.

iPhone 15 deals: FAQ

Is the iPhone 15 worth upgrading to?

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  • iPhone 15 and 15 Plus get Dynamic Island
  • 48MP main camera across all models
  • A17 Bionic Pro chipset on the 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max
  • Titanium Chassis on the Pro models
  • All models have a slightly rounded-off design

Tough question - and one that's going to depend heavily on your device preferences and trade-in eligibility. If you're going to be able to get a good rebate - such as $600 to $800 off - then it's likely worth opting for an upgrade if your plan allows. As a whole, the new iPhone 15 range sports a good range of new features, hardware, and a design that's been more heavily refreshed than the last few iterations.

As you'd expect, the vast majority of upgrades are concentrated on the 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max but all models have had some significant tweaks for this generation. The two more premium handsets will now feature a Titanium chassis with a lower weight, a beefed-up camera system capable of 4K video at 60FPS and 5x optical zoom, and a shiny new A17 Pro chip that's supercharged for gaming and AI integration.

For the standard 15 and 15 Plus, you'll get the same 48MP main camera and A16 Bionic chipset from last year's iPhone 14 Pro, as well as the excellent Dynamic Island feature on the display. Note that across all devices, the Dynamic Island functionality has been improved to support more widgets and multitasking. All devices in the range also now sport slightly rounded-off edges on the back, which is a departure from the iPhone 13 and 14's more defined edges.

How much does the iPhone 15 range cost?

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Header Cell - Column 0 128GB256GB512GB1TB
iPhone 15$799$899$1099N/A
iPhone 15 Plus$899$999$1199N/A
iPhone 15 Pro$999$1099$1299$1499
iPhone 15 Pro Max$1,099$1199$1399$1599

Which model does TechRadar recommend?

  • The Pro Max is usually our favorite device
  • The Pro models carry the biggest upgrades
  • Don't discount the standard iPhone 15, however

We'd probably recommend going for the Pro Max if you can get a good trade-in deal - might as well go for the best of the best, right? The Pro Max is definitely our favorite in the range since it carries the most significant upgrades. As with previous iterations, we currently rank it as the best iPhone money can buy.

It is worth noting, however, that the iPhone 15 is a fantastic device for most users. For example, the camera improvements and excellent A16 Bionic chipset still put it ahead of most of the competition for 2023 - and provide more than enough power to zip through all the daily tasks. Our only complaint? The 60Hz display and the fact the new USB-C port is only capable of USB 2.0 speeds. These aren't deal breakers, but they are behind the equivalent specs featured on the latest Galaxy S23, for example. If you're not bothered about super-fast charging and data speeds over cable or having a super high refresh rate on your display, however, then the standard iPhone 15 is a great choice.

Alex Whitelock
Deals Editor

Alex is TechRadar's deals editor, specializing in getting our readers the bang bang for the buck on the tech that we know and love. He's a dab hand at covering retailer events like Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day having over seven years of e-commerce experience at Future PLC; including bylines at our sister sites T3 and GamesRadar. Alex's expertise touches on most areas of TechRadar but he has a particular love for phones, laptops, and cameras, being an avid photographer. Outside of work, you'll find him indulging his love for street and travel photography, at home working on music, or down at the local climbing gym.