Best cell phone deals in December 2025

Save big on a new Pixel 10 at Best Buy. It features a 6.3-inch Actua Display OLED (2424 x 1080) 120Hz display, Tensor G5 chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 48MP (f/1.7) main, 13MP (f/2.2) ultrawide, and 10.8MP (f/3.1) telephoto. On the front there's a 10.5MP (f/2.2) lens. In our Pixel 10 review we called it a massive upgrade over the Pixel 9 gaining a telephoto camera, larger battery, and access to nearly the same set of AI features on the Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL. Note: Connect it to Verizon or AT&T at checkout and you'll pay just $499.

5G smartphone sale: free w/ unlimited @ Verizon
For a limited time, Verizon is offering various 5G phones for free when you open a new line or with eligible 5G data plans. (No trade-in is required). Eligible phones include popular models like the iPhone 17 lineup, Galaxy S25 lineup, and Pixel 10 phones.

Visible: up to $12 off/month for 26 months@ Visible
For a limited time, Visible is taking up to $12 off its plans via coupon code "SWITCH26". The discount is applicable for your first 26 months of service on any of Visible's plans. After discount, prices are $19/month for Visible, $26/month for Visible+, or $33/month for Visible+ Pro. All plans offer unlimited talk, text, and 5G data, but only the Plus and Plus Pro plans include 5G Ultra Wideband. Additionally, the Plus plan includes 1080p streaming video quality, whereas the Plus Pro plan offers 4K quality.

iPhone 17 Pro Max: up to $1,100 off w/ trade-in + unlimited @ T-Mobile
T-Mobile is taking up to $1,100 off any iPhone 17 when you trade-in an old device in any condition and sign up for an eligible unlimited data plan. The sale includes the Editor's Choice iPhone 17 Pro Max.

iPhone 17: up to $1,100 off w/ trade-in + unlimited @ Verizon
Verizon's iPhone 17 deals are here. Simply open a new line with an eligible unlimited data plan and you'll up. to $1,100 off any iPhone 17.

iPhone 17 lineup: up to $1,100 off w/ trade-in + unlimited @ AT&T
New and existing AT&T members can get up to $1,100 off any new iPhone 17 model with trade-in and select data plans. You'll also need to sign up to a 36-month installment plan.

Pixel 10: $7/month w/ unlimited @ AT&T
AT&T is offering the Pixel 10 for $7.99/month when you buy it with any unlimited data plan. It features a 6.3-inch Actua Display OLED (2424 x 1080) 120Hz display, Tensor G5 chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 48MP (f/1.7) main, 13MP (f/2.2) ultrawide, and 10.8MP (f/3.1) telephoto. On the front there's a 10.5MP (f/2.2) lens. In our Pixel 10 review we called it a massive upgrade over the Pixel 9 gaining a telephoto camera, larger battery, and access to nearly the same set of AI features on the Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL.

Google Pixel 10: free w/ new line + unlimited @ T-Mobile
T-Mobile has a few Pixel 10 deals it's offering. For example, you can get it for free with trade-in and most data plans. Or get it free with a new line of service.

Not only is it stylish, but the Motorola Razr 2025 has a lot of utility as a flip style foldable phone. With its 3.6-inch outer screen, you'll be able to run any app without having to stretch your fingers. If you need a bigger display, you can open it up to reveal its 6.9-inch inner display.

iPhone 16: $7/month w/ unlimited @ AT&T
New and existing AT&T members can pick up an iPhone 16 for $7.99/month. You'll need to be signed up to one of AT&T's qualifying unlimited plans to get this deal.

iPhone 16: free w/ new line + unlimited @ Verizon
Verizon is offering some of the best iPhone 16 deals I've seen. You'll get up to $1,000 off with a new line and eligible unlimited data plan.

iPhone 16e: free w/ unlimited @ Verizon
Priced at $599, the iPhone 16e is Apple's latest iPhone. Although it's pricier than the $429 iPhone SE (2022), the iPhone 16e packs a stronger punch. You get a larger 6.1-inch OLED display (2532 x 1170), A18 CPU, 128GB of storage, 12MP (f/1.9) front camera, and a 48MP rear camera with 2x in-sensor zoom (f/1.6). Additionally, the iPhone 16e supports Apple Intelligence. In our iPhone 16e review, we said this is the phone to get if you want an iPhone and your budget is tight.

The Pixel 10 is one of the best budget phones around. It features a 6.3-inch Actua Display OLED (2424 x 1080) 120Hz display, Tensor G5 chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 48MP (f/1.7) main, 13MP (f/2.2) ultrawide, and 10.8MP (f/3.1) telephoto. On the front there's a 10.5MP (f/2.2) lens. In our Pixel 10 review we called it a massive upgrade over the Pixel 9 gaining a telephoto camera, larger battery, and access to nearly the same set of AI features on the Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL.

The Pixel 10 Pro is an amazing phone for just about anyone. It features a 6.3-inch Super Actua OLED display (1280 x 2856) 120Hz display, Tensor G5 chipset, 16GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. Rear cameras include a 50MP (f/1.68) main, 48MP (f/1.7) ultrawide, and a 48MP (f/2.8) 5x telephoto. On the front there's a 42MP (f/2.2) lens. In our Pixel 10 Pro review we called the new phone a leap forward for AI that widens the gap between Google and the competition.

Galaxy Z Fold 7: up to $1,000 off w/ trade-in @ Samsung
Samsung is knocking up to $1,000 off its Galaxy Z Fold 7 when you trade-in an older phone. The phone features an 8-inch AMOLED (2184 x 1968) 120Hz main display, 6.5-inch AMOLED (2520 x 1080) 120Hz cover display, Snapdragon 8 Elite CPU, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. On the rear you get a 200MP f/1.7 main wide-angle lens, 12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide lens, and 10MP f/2.4 telephoto lens. Selfie cams include a 10MP f/2.2 main display and cover camera. In our Galaxy Z Fold 7 review, we called it the first foldable we'd want to carry and use all day.

Galaxy Z Flip 7: up to $600 off w/ trade-in @ Samsung
Samsung is knocking up to $600 off its Galaxy Z Flip 7 when you trade-in an older phone. The phone features a 6.9-inch AMOLED (2520 x 1080) inner display w/ 120Hz refresh, 4.1-inch AMOLED (948 x 1048) outer display w/ 120Hz refresh, Exynos 2500 CPU, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. You also get 50MP f/1.8 main and 12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide rear cameras and a 10MP f2.2 selfie cam. In our Galaxy Z Flip 7 review, we called it flip phone perfection thanks to the phone's biggest upgrade in years.

Galaxy S25 Edge: up to $700 off w/ trade-in @ Samsung
The new Galaxy S25 Edge sports a 5.8mm profile, which is 31% thinner than the Galaxy S25 Ultra. It features a 6.7-inch AMOLED QHD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. It also has a 200MP main camera with 10x digital zoom and a 12MP front camera with 85-degree FOV. In our Galaxy S25 Edge hands-on, we called it a svelte phone that's rich in features. Plus, you'll get a free upgrade to 512GB of storage.