The best iPhone 15 deals for August 2025: 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.

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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 Plus: free with an unlimited data plan at VerizoniPhone 15iPhone 16
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Apple iPhone 15 Plus: free with an unlimited data plan at Verizon
Verizon's deal on both the iPhone 15 Plus and iPhone 15 are up there with some of the best you'll find on the market right now since no trade-ins are needed to get either device for free alongside a new line on an unlimited plan. There is one issue, however - there is an extremely similar promotion currently available on both the iPhone 16. Plan eligibility may differ slightly, but we'd obviously recommend going for the newer device if you can.

Apple iPhone 15: $7.99/mo with an unlimited data plan at AT&T
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Apple iPhone 15: $7.99/mo with an unlimited data plan at AT&T
The iPhone 15 has been as low as $5.99 at AT&T before but this week's deal is still really good. Like with Verizon's promo above, no trade-ins are needed at all to get this device for free. In comparison, you generally need a hefty trade-in value to get one of the later iPhone 16 devices for free at AT&T so this is one of the better options at the carrier currently if you're on more of a budget.

Apple iPhone 15: $630 off with a switch at T-MobileiPhone 16,
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Apple iPhone 15: $630 off with a switch at T-Mobile
As you'd expect, T-Mobile also has fantastic iPhone 15 deals this week. Right now, you can get this device for free alongside a new plan if you switch over from a rival carrier. Annoyingly, this is another case, however, where the promotion is overshadowed by one on a newer device. In this case, you'll probably want to check out the iPhone 16, which is currently free with one of the higher-end plans at T-Mobile (no trade needed, either).

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

Three iPhone 15s from the front

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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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128GB

256GB

512GB

1TB

iPhone 15

$799

$899

$1099

N/A

iPhone 15 Plus

$899

$999

$1199

N/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
Retail Editor

Alex is TechRadar's retail editor, specializing in deals, buying advice, and general tips on how to save our readers as much cash as possible. He's covered events like Black Friday and Amazon 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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