Why You Can Trust CNET Best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Deals: Up to $220 in Direct Discounts and Free with New Line or Trade-In
One of the coolest foldable phones on the market, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 isn't cheap, but we've found you some ways to save.
Flip phones have come a long way since the '90s, with foldable phones now at the height of technology. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is not only one of the best foldables out there but also one of our favorite models of all. Of course, that does mean it comes with a premium price tag, with a starting price of $1,000, though for a foldable it falls on the affordable spectrum. The good news is, thanks to carrier models and trade-in credits, there are some deals to bring that price down.
The Galaxy Z Flip 5 is one of the hottest devices in mobile tech right now, and it's a great buy even at full price. With a fast Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, a larger 3.4-inch outer display and a 6.7-inch foldable inner display, you're going to get a lot of phone for your money, and it's a notable upgrade over the older Galaxy Z Flip 4.
What colors does the Galaxy Z Flip 5 come in?
The Galaxy Z Flip 5 comes in a ton of colors, although some are Samsung-exclusive. Every retailer should offer graphite, lavender, cream and mint. Those looking to pick up a new Galaxy Z Flip 5 in gray, blue, green or yellow have to buy directly from Samsung.
How much does the Galaxy Z Flip 5 cost?
The starting prices for the Galaxy Z Flip 5 in the US, before any trade-ins or discounts, are as follows:
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 (256GB): $1,000
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 (512GB): $1,120
Best Galaxy Z Flip 5 deals
Samsung hasn't dropped its starting price on the Z Flip 5, but you can save up to $500 in instant trade-in credit when you trade in your old phone. Recent models from Apple, Samsung and Google will net you the biggest discount, but even old phones will score you at least $200 in savings. Nearly all colors, including the Samsung-exclusive colors, are currently in stock in both the 256GB and 512GB models.
Carrier models purchased through Samsung are available with extra savings. All models get a $50 instant credit from Samsung for purchasing through them. On top of that, AT&T customers will get the biggest discount -- up to $1,000 with an eligible trade-in and purchase on an installment plan. T-Mobile customers qualify for up to $500 in trade-in credit, but only the 256GB model is available. Verizon customers can also save up to $500 in trade-in credit, but at the time of this update, all Verizon models were out of stock.
Samsung is also offering some additional savings on other devices when bundled with this purchase, including $133 off a Galaxy Watch 6 and $130 off a pair of Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
You can save $100 on all unlocked configurations of the Z Flip 5 right now at Best Buy, which drops the 256GB model to $900 and the 512GB model to $1,020. You can save even more if you have an old phone to trade in, up to $525.
Verizon customers can get enhanced trade-in credit, which can save them up to $1,000 as long as they have -- or switch to -- an eligible unlimited plan.
Like Best Buy, Amazon is offering $100 off the 256GB version of the Z Flip 5, which drops the starting price to $900. The bigger deal is on the 512GB, which is currently discounted by 20%, bringing the price down to $900, a $220 savings.
If T-Mobile is your carrier of choice, there are several options. You can get up to $1,000 off with trade-in if you're on or switch to the Go5G Next or Go5G Plus plan. If you add a new line on the Go5G, 4 for $100, Magenta or One plans, you can get up to $600 in bill credits. New customers and existing customers can trade in for up to $300 credit, including older phones like the Galaxy S9 or iPhone 11.
When you purchase a Galaxy Z Flip 5 from AT&T on an installment plan and trade in an eligible phone, you can get up to $1,000 back in monthly bill credits over 36 months, which will get you the 215GB Galaxy Z Flip essentially for free.
Plus right now, the purchase of this phone gets you a pair of Galaxy Buds FE for free.
New and existing customers can score some Z Flip 5 savings at Verizon. If you're adding a new line of service on a qualifying 5G unlimited plan, you can save up to $1,000 with an eligible trade-in, which scores you the basic 256GB model for free. If you're an existing Verizon customer who qualifies for an upgrade, you can still save up to $800 with just a trade-in.
Verizon is also offering some other bonuses, including $170 off a Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and up to $550 Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE 5G, although you'll need a new line of service for these devices.
You can get $100 off the list price of the Z Flip 5 from Spectrum by trading in an old phone worth $1 or more. The savings is instant if you're buying the phone outright, and spread out over payments if you do an installment plan. In addition, you may qualify for more trade-in credit.
At the time of this update, the Z Flip 5 256GB model was on backorder, but the 512GB model was in stock.
Right now at MintMobile the Galaxy Z Flip 5 is discounted by $50 as long as you sign up for a 12-month plan through the carrier.
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