Verizon’s iPhone 16e deal can get you the device for free – here’s why I’d buy the iPhone 16 instead

The new Apple iPhone 16e is here and Verizon is offering what’s easily one of the best preorder deals you’ll find anywhere on this mid-range device.

Over at the carrier, you can currently either get the device for free with a trade-in thanks to a maximum rebate of up to $600 or the device for just $5/mo alongside a new line on an unlimited plan.

Of the two, the latter deal is the stronger option – but both are competitive deals for this brand-new mid-range device. Unlike with some other iPhone deals at the carrier, this particular deal is eligible on any of Verizon’s myPlan unlimited plans – including the basic Welcome tier. That makes the iPhone 16e arguably one of the best value deals available at the carrier right now.

There is, however, one thing you’ll want to consider before you jump on board with this iPhone 16e deal: Verizon’s current deal on the iPhone 16. Right now, you can get the standard iPhone 16 (a more premium device) for free alongside either a Plus or Ultimate plan – a very compelling option that’s only slightly more expensive than the deal on the iPhone 16e. If you’re going for one of these more premium plans, then it makes sense to go with the carrier’s alternate deal on the excellent iPhone 16.

Verizon iPhone 16e preorder deal

While I’m partial to Verizon’s deal on the iPhone 16, I’d still happily recommend today’s deal on the iPhone 16e if you’re looking for a cheap (but decent) phone to pair up with the Welcome unlimited plan at Verizon. The iPhone 16e, with either of these excellent deals, is a match made in heaven with the basic entry-level Verizon unlimited plan.

If you’re looking for more options on the iPhone 16e, note that I’ve laid out a few more deals from other carriers just down below.

More iPhone 16e deals to consider this weekend