The best iPhone deals we could find before the Apple event

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SAVE $100+: As of Sept 9, score $100 or more off a brand-new iPhone before the Apple event. Shop now to find the best offers on all iPhone models.


Our top picks:

Best iPhone deal overall
Apple iPhone 13 (128GB)
$549.99 at Best Buy (save $80)
Apple iPhone 13 (128GB)

Best runner-up iPhone deal
Apple iPhone 14 Plus (128GB)
$579.99 at Best Buy (save $250 )
Apple iPhone 14 Plus (128GB)

Cheapest iPhone deal
Renewed Apple iPhone 12 (64GB)
$287 at Amazon (save $110.76)
Renewed Apple iPhone 12 (64GB)

Apple’s hosting another Apple event titled “It’s Glowtime" today at 10 a.m. PST/1 p.m. EST. While we don't know exactly what they'll announce, rumors suggest the event could feature the new iPhone 16, new Apple Watch models (the Series 10 and Ultra 3), and the AirPods 4.

In the run-up to the event, retailers have been discounting iPhones and other Apple products to clear out inventory. Here are the best deals we could find:

Best iPhone deal overall

Our pick: Apple iPhone 13 (128GB)
$549.99 at Best Buy
$629.99 Save $80

Why we like it

You can get an unlocked Apple iPhone 13 (128GB) from Best Buy for $549.99. That’s $80 off the listing price, or, if you have an eligible trade-in, you can get an additional $225 off. You’ll also get three months of Apple TV+, three months of Apple Fitness+, and three months of Apple Music with your purchase.

The iPhone 13 has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, a dual-camera system, and Apple's A15 Bionic chip. It’s not the latest and greatest, but it’s still a powerful and functional iPhone that should hold up for a few more years.

Best runner-up iPhone deal

Our pick: Apple iPhone 14 Plus (128GB)
$579.99 at Best Buy
$829.99 Save $250

Why we like it

The Apple iPhone 14 Plus (128GB) is on sale at Best Buy for $579.99, down from the usual $829.99. If you don’t mind a bigger screen, the 14 Plus might be a better long-term investment over the iPhone 13. With a trade-in, you can get an extra $365 off (depending on your device).

This iPhone has a 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display, so it’s only slightly bigger than the 6.1-inch iPhone 13. It has an action mode for smooth video capture, an all-day battery life (up to 26 hours of video playback), and the A15 Bionic chip.

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Cheapest iPhone deal

Why we like it

If you need an iPhone and you’re not too picky about the model, Amazon has a renewed Apple iPhone 12 (64GB) for $278, down from $397.76. Yes, this means it’s a used iPhone, but Amazon’s pretty good about vetting and inspecting them before reselling them.

This phone runs on iOS 16, has 10 hours of battery life, and an OLED 6.1-inch display. It’s not scratch-resistant like the iPhone 13 and 14 models, but it's still a good deal if you're on a tight budget.

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Tabitha Britt is a freelance writer, editor, SEO & content strategist. Aside from writing for Mashable, Tabitha is also the founding editor-in-chief of DO YOU ENDO — a digital magazine by individuals with endometriosis, for individuals with endometriosis. She has a Master's degree in Creative Publishing and Critical Journalism from The New School of Social Research and is a grad of Sextech School. You can find more of her work in various online pubs, including National Geographic, Insider, Kinkly, and others.


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