Best Pixel 9 Deals: Grab a Pixel 9 Series Phone for Cheap or Even Free With a New Line, Trade-In or Discount
The Pixel 9A is an excellent value at just $499, but it's not the only option if you're looking for a Google phone on a tight budget. There are some serious deals out there that can put any Pixel 9 phone in your pocket for less (and even free) right now, and we've rounded up the very best ones below. These deals can be especially helpful for folks looking to upgrade before tariffs potentially increase prices. Take a look at direct discounts, trade-in offers, carrier deals and more.
Adrian Marlow and other CNET deal experts have scoured the web to bring you the best offers on all five Pixel 9 models. There are a couple of great, straightforward discounts now, and you can score even more substantial savings with an eligible trade-in or by activating a new line at a carrier. We'll continue to update this page as offers come and go, so check back often.
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The Pixel 9 lineup runs on Google's Tensor G4 processor and the recently released Android 15. As for other specs, the premium Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a 6.8-inch OLED display and a 5,060-mAh battery. It's available with 128GB, 256GB, 512GB or 1TB of storage, along with 16GB of RAM. If you're looking at the base model, you'll get a 6.3-inch OLED screen and a 4,700-mAh battery, as well as 12GB of RAM and the choice of either 128GB or 256GB of storage.
Pricing on the new models varies, with the base Pixel 9 listing at $799, the Pixel 9 Pro retailing for $999 and the premium Pixel 9 Pro XL selling for $1,099. There is also a newly designed Pixel 9 Pro Fold that starts at $1,799 if you prefer a foldable model. And the new Pixel 9A starts at $499.
Deals are showing up at multiple retailers and carriers, helping you save on the latest flagship devices. We've listed the best below. Additionally, there are plenty of significant deals on older models now that the newest edition is readily available, which is another great option for budget-conscious buyers.
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You can enjoy a $200 discount on the Pixel 9, Pro and Pro XL models. You can save $300 on the Pro Fold model. Google also lets you save up to $600 with an eligible trade-in. Plus, all Pro models come with one year of free access to Gemini Advanced, Google's new AI assistant, which is regularly $239. New customers looking to join Google Fi Wireless will also get up to $800 back as bill credits over 24 months, netting them the basic Pixel 9 or the new Pixel 9A free.
There are also some special offers for the new Pixel 9A. You can get it for as little as $99 with an eligible trade-in, and you'll get $100 in Google Store credit with the purchase.
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Best Buy is offering the same $200 off the Pixel 9, Pro and Pro XL models as well as $300 off the Pro Fold. Best Buy isn't carrying the new Pixel 9A yet.
You'll get $100 off when you choose same-day activation through Verizon, plus the merchant has a trade-in program where you can exchange your old phone for up to $840.
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Target doesn't have any active deals at the moment, but you can save 5% when you make a purchase using your Target Circle Card*. Considering these phones can be pretty pricey, that could save you a decent chunk of change.
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Amazon has the Pixel 9A available for preorder, but it won't start shipping until June 1. However, it's offering $200 off the basic Pixel 9, 9 Pro and 9 XL models. It's also offering $300 off the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Plus, you can save up to $785 with a trade-in.
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AT&T doesn't carry the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, but it is offering some savings on other models. If you have an eligible device to trade in -- including a Pixel phone from any year and in any condition -- you can get the Pixel 9 Pro or 9 Pro XL for free. Without a trade-in, you can get Pixel 9A for just $3 per month or the basic Pixel 9 for $11 per month when you purchase the phone on an installment plan -- as long as you have or switch to an eligible unlimited plan.
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Verizon is offering some generous savings on the Pixel 9 lineup right now. Folks adding a new line on a qualifying unlimited plan can grab the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL or new Pixel 9A free. You can also save up to $1,000 on all four models with an eligible trade-in and the activation of a new line of service on a qualifying plan. Verizon is also offering a free Galaxy Watch FE with the purchase, but you'll need to activate a new line of service for this device as well.
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T-Mobile has some generous offers for people adding a line or looking to trade in their old phone. If you're on a Go5G Next or Plus plan, you'll get $1,000 off when either trading in an old phone or adding a line of service. Those on most other plans can still save $600 with a new line or $500 with a trade-in.
T-Mobile is also offering a free pair of Google Pixel Buds A-Series with all models except the Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
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Customers on an Unlimited Plus plan who are either adding a line or upgrading an existing one at Xfinity will get $400 off all Pixel 9 models instantly, or up to $830 off with an eligible trade-in. If you're looking to make the switch from another carrier, Xfinity will give you up to $500 to pay off your current contract.
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Mint Mobile is offering some of the best straightforward discounts out there right now, as far as carrier models go. You can save $100 on the new Pixel 9A and $400 on the basic Pixel 9, 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL, with no trade-in required. Those switching an existing number over to Mint Mobile can also get a year of unlimited data for just $15 a month, which is 50% off the usual price.
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*All information about the Target Circle Card has been collected independently by CNET and has not been reviewed by the issuer.
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