Verizon phone deals are abundant this month and more deals are likely to come. Now that the next iPhone event has been confirmed for September 9, I've seen an uptick in Apple deals at Verizon. Plus, with the recent launch of the Pixel 11, now is an excellent time to buy one of the best cheap phones we've tested.
In terms of deals, I recommend the iPhone 17 Pro for $5/month or the Pixel 11 for free. Both offers require a new line and eligible data plan, but they're among the best phones we've tested. If you're looking for deals on data, now that Verizon has rolled out its new Simplicity Plan (from $30/month), it's cheaper and easier than ever to join. Verizon is rated as one of the best phone carriers in the US and for good reason. Not only is it a great option for the best cell phone plans, but it also has the best customer service rating and it's the fastest network in many speed tests.
Plus, make sure to read our guide to this week's best Verizon promo codes for more ways to save on your next purchase. Or you can check out our guide to the best Visible deals. The Verizon-owned network offers unlimited 5G plans from $30/month.
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- Pixel 11: free w/ unlimited
- Galaxy S26: free w/ unlimited
- Pixel 10a: free w/ new line + unlimited
- iPhone 17 Pro: up to $1,000 off w/ new line + unlimited
- Family plan deal: 4 lines for $25/line
- Students: up to $20/month off select plans
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Is Verizon a good carrier for phone deals?
Yes — in fact, Verizon ranks as No. 2 right now in our best phone carriers guide. This position comes down to a couple of key factors but mostly, it's due to its speed and coverage.
When we've done tests on the LTE speeds, Verizon has been the highest performer. Its 5G reaches more than 70 cities and we've seen it easily offer 1Gbps download speeds.
Combine Verizon's expanding 5G service with its extensive LTE network, and that's pretty comprehensive coverage. Verizon's overall 5G speeds don't quite match those of its rivals — the carrier's nationwide network isn't nearly as fast as Ultra Wideband — but performance is strong on the carrier.
However, Verizon is by no means an affordable carrier and is frequently one of the most expensive options. You will likely find cheaper prices from T-Mobile or maybe even AT&T but its high performance makes up for this cost.
What kind of promotions does Verizon offer?
Trade-in: Verizon has a number of great offers when it comes to phone deals but the main one is its trade-in promo. Verizon can offer you up to $1,000 off when you trade in on a large number of its phones.
However, this is a maximum amount, reserved for high value (that is, newer and more expensive) devices. But even if you're trading in a budget handset, you should see a pretty significant reduction in price on your new device.
Verizon recently extended its trade-in scheme to also cover old or or damaged phones (as long as they are free of battery damage). This obviously won't get you as much but its nice to know if you have a damaged phone.
Upgrades: If you're an existing Verizon customer, you will have the option to upgrade. This is going to give you a number of pretty big discounts across a load of handsets when you log in. This is limited to unlimited plans and Verizon doesn't always offer this kind of discount so it is worth checking when you upgrade.
Free plans: On a number of cheaper devices like the iPhone SE or Moto G Stylus, you can often get the phone for free. You do have to take out an unlimited plan, and the "free" part of the deal comes in the form of monthly bill credits, but this is a great promotion for those who know they'll be investing in a budget handset.
