Phone Trade-In Deals: Upgrade to the Latest iPhone 17 for Free

Scott Houghton Jr. Staff Writer

Updated 11 May 2026

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Samsung Galaxy trade-in deals
Google Pixel trade-in deals
Ongoing carrier trade-in deals

If you’re holding onto an older smartphone and waiting for the perfect moment to upgrade, this may be the most important page you read all year.

Right now, the Big Three carriers are in a full-blown price war. Because upgrade cycles have slowed down, Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile are offering massive subsidies—up to $1,100 in some cases—just to get you to switch or stay. This means you can currently walk away with a brand-new iPhone 17, Samsung Galaxy S26, or Google Pixel 10 Pro for $0.

The challenge is that every carrier hides the best value behind different layers of plan requirements and trade-in tiers.

But luckily for you, we’ve decoded that fine print to show you exactly which trade-in deals actually provide the best value, which older phones still command top-tier credit, and how to snag a flagship device without a massive monthly bill.

Compare iPhone trade-in deals

Apple's iPhone is one of the most popular devices on the planet. You can now find iPhone deals on the recently released iPhone 17 series, including the iPhone Air. Or older models, like last year's iPhone 16 series. Check out our iPhone trade-in guide to make sure your device is prepped for trading in.

Carrier	Deal	Details
	Up to $1,100 on the iPhone 17 series with a trade-in on Experience Beyond	View Plan
	Up to $1,100 off iPhone 17 Pro Max when you switch with a trade-in on a qualifying unlimited plan ($80/month min)
	Up to $830 off iPhone Air with a new line and trade-in on Unlimited Ultimate or Unlimited Ultimate Plus	View Plan
	Trade-in for either the iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro and get up to $1,100 off on Experience Beyond	View Plan

Compare Samsung Galaxy trade-in deals

While you'll find great deals on the Galaxy S25 and S24 series, the Big Three carriers are offering the steepest discounts of the year on these newest foldable devices through their special trade-in promotions.

You can also save big on Samsung's innovative foldable lineup, including the latest Z Flip7 and Z Fold7 or last year's popular Galaxy Z Flip6 and Galaxy Z Fold6. These carrier deals make it the most wonderful time of the year to upgrade to a cutting-edge Samsung phone.

Carrier	Deal	Details
	Up to $900 on Galaxy Z Flip7 or Fold7 with trade-in on Experience plans	View Details
	Get up to $900 off the Galaxy S25 Edge with trade-in on Experience Beyond or Go5G Next	View Details
	Up to $900 off the Galaxy S26 Ultra when you switch or upgrade to Experience Beyond or Go5G Next	View Details

Compare Google Pixel trade-in deals

The Google Pixel is one of the most popular Android devices. There really aren't many Pixel deals at the moment, but occasionally you can find excellent trade-in deals on the recently-launched Pixel 10 series and the new Google Pixel 10 Pro, Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, and 10 Pro Fold.

Carrier	Deal	Details
	Get up to $1,200 off the Google Pixel 10 with trade-in and activation on Experience Beyond	View Plan
	Get up to $1,000 off the Google Pixel 10 Pro with trade-in and activation on Unlimited Ultimate or Unlimited Ultimate Plus	View Plan
	Get up to $1,200 on a Google Pixel 10 Pro XL with trade-in and activation on Experience Beyond	View Plan

Ongoing carrier trade-in offers

AT&T trade-in offers

New AT&T customers: Sick of your current carrier? Switch to AT&T and trade in your old phone to get up to $1,100 in AT&T credit which can be used towards your bill, to buy a new phone or accessories, or even pay for a different AT&T service like DIRECTV.
Existing AT&T customers: Don't want to switch carriers to get a good trade-in deal? Stick with AT&T and get up to $1,100 towards the purchase of an eligible Samsung Galaxy phone! You'll need to be signed up to a minimum $80/month plan with AT&T and your phone must be bought on monthly installments to qualify.
Max savings: $1,100 for new AT&T and existing customers.

View AT&T trade-in deals

Verizon trade-in deals

New customers: If you're thinking of switching to Verizon, you can trade in your old phone and get either account credit towards a new phone, a Verizon gift card, or PayPal credit. Your total trade-in credit will depend on the value of your phone and your selected unlimited plan. There are some deals that are only eligible with the Unlimited Plus and Unlimited Ultimate plans. Typically, you can expect from Verizon up to $700 trade-in offer for most newer models.
Existing Verizon customers: If you're an existing Verizon customer, you can trade in your phone to receive credit towards a new phone purchase or credit to your Verizon account. Whether you want to trade in an old phone, tablet, or other device, you should check the trade-in value to save yourself some extra money. Verizon will also accept most devices with cosmetic damage, unless the device also has battery damage. If your phone isn't eligible for a trade in, check out our guide on selling or

View Verizon trade-in deals

T-Mobile trade-in deals

New T-Mobile customers: Get a new phone for cheaper by trading in your old phone to T-Mobile when you make the switch. You can get an estimate for the value of your phone easily online, then simply trade it in at a T-Mobile store or send the phone in. T-Mobile (and other major carriers) may even pay you to switch to their network.
Existing customers: If you're already a T-Mobile customer, you're still eligible for trade-in credit when you upgrade your line or add a new line to your account. Just log into your T-Mobile account online to see what your current phone is worth. You may also be eligible for early upgrades with a trade-in and eligible unlimited plans.

View T-Mobile trade-in deals

Google Fi: Up to $500 in credit with trade-in

Deal: Trade in an eligible device and get up to $500 in Fi credit (or credit card refund). Most phones will earn you around $300, unless it's a super recent phone like the iPhone 16 or Galaxy S24. Unlike the major carriers, Google Fi gives you an upfront credit for your trade-in that immediately decreases the price of your new device. So if you've been wanting a new Google Pixel, then it wouldn't hurt to see how much you can get off of it with your trade-in today!
Max Savings: $500

View Google Fi trade-in deals

Visible: Swap your phone for select devices

Deal: Ready to switch to Visible's incredible $35 unlimited plan? Then take advantage of Visible's swap-your-phone program. The carrier offers a selection of eligible phones you can swap your old phone for—like Visible's own Midnight device—once you confirm that your number is eligible to switch. Then, once you get your new phone and Visible SIM card, send your old phone in and voila!
Max Savings: Varies by phone selection

View Visible trade-in deals

Scott Houghton

Jr. Staff Writer

Scott is a Jr. Staff Writer for WhistleOut with over five years of experience writing about tech, education, and digital services for SaaS companies, higher education platforms, and podcasting brands. He specializes in turning complex topics into clear, helpful content, cutting through the noise, and making smarter decisions about the tools and tech they use every day.

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