The best Black Friday phone deals: here’s how to get a free iPhone 17, Galaxy S25, and more at leading carriers

Regardless of whether you’re looking for the latest iPhone 17 or a Galaxy S25, this week’s Black Friday phone deals offer fantastic potential for upgrades. Several of the major retailers and carriers have already launched massive seasonal sales, and I’ve been scanning through them to find my favorites.

As someone who covers the best cell phone deals all year round for TechRadar, I can confidently say that this week’s promotions are some of the best of 2025. T-Mobile, Verizon, Mint Mobile, and Samsung are just a few of the big-name retailers to offer up to $1,100 off the latest devices right now.

Highlights include a free iPad and Apple Watch at Verizon, a free iPhone 17 Pro with a switch at T-Mobile, and an incredible $800 discount on the Pixel 10 Pro at Mint Mobile. Another massive deal is the $450 upfront discount on the Galaxy S25 Ultra at the official Samsung Store – a particularly good choice for an unlocked device.

I’ve laid out all of this week’s best Black Friday phone deals into neat sections just below; including major carriers, prepaid carriers, and unlocked retailers. Regardless of what you’re looking for, there are some fantastic choices to check out right now.

Read more below, and while you’re there, check out our main Black Friday page for more recommendations from our team of experts. Also check out our Black Friday deals hub for a roundup of today’s best sales from Amazon, Best Buy, and other key retailers.

• Amazon: 45% off TVs, AirPods, air fryers & vacuums
• Apple: iPads, AirPods & MacBooks from $119
• Best Buy: $1,000 off TVs, laptops & headphones
• Home Depot: 40% off appliances, furniture, grills & tools
• Lenovo: 45% off laptops & tablets
• Lowe’s: up to 30% off appliances, holiday decor & tools
• Target: 40% off Christmas decor, clothing & furniture
• Walmart: furniture, cheap TVs & vacs from $69
• Wayfair: 54% off Christmas, furniture & decor