Phones & mobile plans coupon codes & deals

How to find the best phones & mobile plans discounts

The phone price and the plan price are separate deals, and a discount on one can hide a higher cost on the other.

Separate the handset from the plan

A free-looking phone is often a handset cost spread across a long plan. Add the monthly line cost over the full term and compare that total with buying the phone outright and taking a cheaper plan.

Previous flagship, current support

When a new phone launches, the last flagship usually drops while still receiving software updates for some years. Compare what you actually gain before paying for the newest model.

Unlocked versus carrier-locked

A locked phone is cheaper up front and harder to move to another network. If you might switch, the unlocked price plus a code can cost less over the life of the device.

Trade-in quotes move

Trade-in values change with the model and the condition grade. Get the quote in writing before you rely on it to make a new-phone offer look cheap.

Plan intro rates step up

A discounted line for the first months often renews higher. Note the price after the intro period, and any fee to leave early.

Price the handset and the plan as two lines, then see if a code above improves either one.