T-Mobile has the best freebie cell phone deals: save on iPhone 18 Pro, Pixel 11 and more

(Image credit: Tom's Guide / John Velasco) Whether you're team Android or a diehard iOS fan, one thing we can all agree on is that today's smartphones are pricier than ever. While it's true that we're holding on to our phones for a longer period of time, when it finally comes time to upgrade we can't help buy grimace at today's prices.I've been tracking cell phone deals for over a decade and when it comes to freebie deals, it's hard to beat T-Mobile. The carrier offers various opportunities to score today's flagship phones for free. Yes, you may need to trade-in an older device or port your number from a competing carrier, but you'll save upwards of $1,200 on flagship phones like the iPhone 18 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro. Here are five deals I recommend if you're in the market for a new phone.Quick Linksshop all smartphone deals at T-MobileiPhone 17: free w/ trade-in + unlimitediPhone 18 Pro: free w/ new line + unlimited Pixel 11: free w/ new line + unlimitedPixel 11 Pro: free w/ new line + unlimitedGalaxy Z Fold 8: free w/ trade-in + unlimitedFreebie Phone DealsShop more deals Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. As deals editor-in-chief at Tom’s Guide, Louis is constantly looking for ways to avoid paying full price for the latest gadgets, appliances, and apparel. With over 10 years of deals-hunting experience, Louis price checks against multiple retailers and searches high and low for the best deals to bring readers. He's also always on the look out for the best coupon codes to use when shopping. A born-and-bred New Yorker, Louis is also an avid swimmer and marathoner. His work has appeared on Gizmodo, CNET, and Time Out New York.