By estherdidsang@gmail.com 
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 phones are fast, polished and well-designed but that level of quality comes with a price tag to match. The good news is that paying full price isn’t your only option and we’ve done the legwork to find every deal worth knowing about.
There are a number of direct discounts at the moment, and we’ve found every potential deal available. Additionally, trade-ins and carrier plans can score you major savings. On top of that, some retailers are bundling in added value. Amazon is currently offering extra trade-in savings, which can come in handy if you’re planning to buy accessories, too.
Carrier offers can be even more advantageous. For example, Verizon is offering the phone free when you open a line, making it a strong option.
Our team at CNET has rounded up the best Galaxy S26 deals available, all in one place. We’ll keep this page updated as new offers pop up, so check back often to make sure you’re getting the best price possible.
Best Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra deals
You can knock an instant $200 off the S26 Ultra at Samsung, bringing the starting price to $1,100. If you opt for a carrier model, you can potentially get the phone for free.
Trading in your old Samsung phone could take up to $720 off the new Galaxy S26 Ultra, which brings the starting price down to just $480. Devices from Apple, Google and other brands are also accepted, but won’t save you as much.
If you want some accessories, take $100 off the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro or $100 off the Galaxy Watch Ultra with the purchase of an S26 Ultra.
T-Mobile is offering up to $900 off when you open a new line on the Experience More or Better Value plan. If you have an older device to trade in, you can still score up to $900 off on an Experience Experience More plan.
On most other T-Mobile plans, you’ll save $600 when you add a new line, or up to $300 with a trade-in. T-Mobile is also offering $600 off to switch carriers from Metro or US Cellular.
Verizon is offering a big discount to customers on its Unlimited Ultimate plan. Adding a line will save you $1,120, which brings the cost down to $5 a month. You’ll need to open a new line. You should also note that this cannot be combined with other offers.
For a limited time, Verizon is giving buyers a free $100 eGift Card when you buy a new phone online and open a new line. Plus, right now when you buy an Android phone from Verizon you can choose between a free Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G or Galaxy Watch8. A service plan is required for phone, tablet or watch.
AT&T is offering some massive trade-in savings on the Galaxy S26 Ultra right now. Devices valued at $230 or more, which include the latest Samsung phones in any condition, will save you up to $1,300. That puts the 256GB model in your pocket for zero outlay.
Plus, you’ll get up to $1,100 off for devices valued at $95 or more. And those valued at just $35 or more will still save you up to $900.
AT&T also offers an online-only deal of $200 off when you also add a new line on an eligible plan. And you can get up to $800 to break your current contract at another carrier if you’re looking to switch.
Best Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus deals
You can save up to $480 when you order the Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus with an eligible trade-in. The amount you get depends on the device you’re trading in, with Samsung’s latest phones netting you the biggest discount.
And if you want some accessories, take 10% off the Galaxy Buds 4, slim magnet case or Galaxy Watch Ultra with purchase of any S26 phone.
T-Mobile customers on an Experience More plan can get up to $900 off the S26 Plus. Also, you can save the same amount if you have a device to trade in. Some of the more recent models from iPhone and Samsung can net you the full discount of $900; brands like OnePlus are also accepted, but for less.
Those on most other plans can still get up to $600 off and up to $300 with trade-in. You can also get $600 to switch over from Metro or US Cellular to T-Mobile.
When you open a line on an Unlimited Plus or Ultimate plan, you can save $1,100. This nets you a free phone. You’ll see the savings in bill credits across 36 months.
Verizon is giving buyers a free $100 eGift Card when you buy a new phone online and open a new line. Plus, right now when you buy an Android phone from Verizon you can choose between a free Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G or Galaxy Watch 8. A service plan is required for phone, tablet or watch.
Trading in any device valued at just $95 or more will put the 256GB Galaxy S26 Plus in your pocket for free right now. Plus, old devices valued at just $35 or more can still save you up to $900.
AT&T also offers an online-only deal of $200 off when you also add a line on an eligible plan. And you can get up to $800 to break your current contract at another carrier if you’re looking to switch.
Best Samsung Galaxy S26 deals
Samsung is offering $100 off the Galaxy S26, bringing the starting price down to $800.
Plus, trading in your old phone at Samsung could knock up to $380 off the Galaxy S26. The latest Samsung devices will net you the biggest discount, but devices from Apple, Google and other brands are also accepted.
And if you want some accessories, take $155 off the Galaxy Watch Ultra or $25 off the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro with the purchase of an S26 phone.
Amazon is offering a direct discount of $115 on the sky blue model, dropping the price of the 512GB version to $985. The cobalt violet color is $105 off at $995, white is $990 and black is $995. Plus, you can get up to $565 off with trade-in.
You can get a direct discount of $100 off the Samsung Galaxy S26 at Best Buy right now.
Best Buy also has its own trade-in program where you can exchange your old device. Plus, activating through Verizon or AT&T will save you an extra $100. Best Buy is also offering a free one-month subscription to Xbox GamePass with purchase.
T-Mobile customers adding a line on its Experience More plan can get you the Galaxy S26 for free right now. You can also trade in an older device if you have one. Adding a line on most other plans still saves you $600. Plus, you can save up to $300 if you trade in a device.
Verizon is offering $900 off the Galaxy S26 with a new line on its Unlimited Plus or Ultimate plans. That scores you the basic model free or the 512GB model for less than $6 per month. The discount will be applied as bill credits over 36 months.
Verizon is giving buyers a free $100 eGift Card when you buy a new phone online and open a new line. Plus, right now when you buy an Android phone from Verizon you can choose between a free Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G or Galaxy Watch 8. A service plan is required for phone, tablet or watch.
Trading in a Samsung Galaxy S, Note or Z series device in any condition, or any other device valued at just $35 or more, will save you up to $900 on the Galaxy S26. That puts the basic model in your pocket for free and drops the 512GB model to less than $6 per month.
AT&T also offers an online-only deal of $200 off when you also add a line on an eligible plan. And you can get up to $800 to break your current contract at another carrier if you’re looking to switch.
What’s new about the S26 series?
As revealed during the Samsung Unpacked event, the S26 series consists of the base model, along with the S26 Plus and S26 Ultra. The S26 and S26 Plus have a $100 price hike when compared to their predecessors, but all three phones in the series have top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip and Galaxy AI. The base model got a larger display and battery, too. And the Ultra now has a slimmer and lighter build with an aluminum frame, plus it has an improved battery, camera and display. You can read more about these changes in our coverage from CNET’s Abrar Al-Heeti and Patrick Holland.
How much does the S26 series cost?
Prices differ depending on the model and the amount of storage you buy.
- Samsung Galaxy S26: From $900
- Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus: From $1,100
- Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: From $1,300
What colors does the S26 series come in?
The S26 series comes in cobalt violet, sky blue, black and white. There are also two online exclusive colors: silver shadow and pink gold, which are only available at Samsung.
Shopping for a previous Samsung Galaxy model? Our roundup of the best S25 deals includes sales on the entire Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup.
How do S26 series trade-in offers work?
Samsung and carriers often offer trade-in savings, giving existing phone owners a great way to pick up the latest phone at a discounted price. Some of the best trade-in offers can even make the new phone free.
Not a fan of contracts? Some retailers also offer trade-in programs, which could offer gift cards toward future purchases instead. This can be a great way to take advantage of savings without necessarily being locked into a contract. Retail offers may not provide as much of a deal as traditional trade-in offers from carriers, though, so keep that in mind as you shop and more offers come online.