Mint Mobile's huge new Galaxy S26 Ultra deal cuts $500 off without the usual trade-in — a new record-low on 'the best Android phone ever'
Possibly the best phone deal of the entire year (so far) at Mint
Mint Mobile has been steadily improving its deals over the past few months, but this week, I think I've spotted what has to be the best phone deal yet at the carrier.
Right now, you can get a massive $500 discount on the stunning Galaxy S26 Ultra, which is the deepest price cut I've seen on a Galaxy S26 series device at Mint.
That discount requires a new line, which is the only potential caveat with this particular deal. Even then, Mint Mobile is also throwing in a full year of unlimited data for just $180 right now, which is half price. In short, you're looking at a very cheap plan and phone combo here.
You don't even need to trade in, although you can do so to get a further discount of up to $400 off right now. While a nice little deal on the side, I have seen bigger trade-in rebates at the major carriers, so the upfront discount is definitely the major selling point for this particular listing.
While I'm here, it's worth quickly noting that the $500 price cut on the standard Galaxy S26 at Mint (functionally the same deal) has already sold out. Because of that, I'd definitely recommend picking this one up sooner rather than later if you're interested.
Record-low Galaxy S26 Ultra deal at Mint Mobile
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: was $1,300 now $800, plus one year of unlimited data for $15/mo at Mint Mobile
Mint Mobile's current deal on the Galaxy S26 series is the best I've seen yet from the carrier. Not only can you get $500 off the stunning Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, but you'll also get an additional discount of up to $400 off with a trade-in. As a side bonus, the carrier will also throw in a full year of unlimited data for just $180 upfront, which is half the usual price.
If you'd like to read more about the Galaxy S26 Ultra, head on over to our main Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review. Over there, you can see photo samples, specs, unbiased opinions, and why we rated it as 'the best Android phone ever'.
If the above deal doesn't appeal, check out Mint's other best promos just down below. Included is a great bring-your-own-phone option and this week's excellent discount on the Google Pixel 10 series, which is a great budget alternative to the above deal.
Also available at Mint Mobile this week
Mint Mobile: get $15 off any three-month plan at Mint Mobile
Mint Mobile's latest plan deal gets you $15 off any of the carrier's three-month plans. That might not sound like much, but it's enough to try out the basic 5GB plan for just $10/mo — almost like an extended free trial, in a way. If you're thinking about making the switch but don't want to spend a ton before trying Mint, this is definitely a good option.
Google Pixel 10: was $799 now $299, plus one year of unlimited data for $15/mo at Mint Mobile
Mint Mobile has toyed with discounts on the Google Pixel 10 before, but no deal has quite matched this one. Right now, you can not only get a massive $500 upfront discount, but also a full year of unlimited data for $180 (half price). As always, no trade-ins are needed here, which makes this one a very cheap and very attainable promotion indeed.
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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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