Forget the iPhone 17 - the Galaxy S25 Ultra is just $50 more with this incredible deal

1. Phones
2. Samsung Galaxy Phones

Forget the iPhone 17 - the Galaxy S25 Ultra is just $50 more with this incredible deal Deals By Alex Whitelock published 28 November 2025

Samsung's Black Friday deal is the best I've seen on the Galaxy S25 Ultra

Comments (0) ()

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

(Image credit: Future)

I think Samsung may have won Black Friday - well, if you're looking for a high-end phone, that is. Right now, you can get an incredible discount on an unlocked Galaxy S25 Ultra thanks to a massive Black Friday sale at the official retailer.

The deal in question is a free storage upgrade, and the choice between a trade-in rebate of up to $700 or a $440 upfront discount. Personally, I can give or take the trade-in rebate since it's not the biggest I've seen at Samsung (that's $1,000), but the upfront discount is outstanding here.

You're essentially getting a 512GB Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra for just over $850, which in itself is only $50 more expensive than the standard iPhone 17. Die-hard Apple fans will likely baulk at the prospect of a Samsung device, but for an Android user like myself, I can't think of a better deal on a higher-end phone today.

$850 is of course still a hefty sum to pay for any phone, but you're definitely getting good bang for your buck here in context. Not only is the Galaxy S25 Ultra one of the most outwardly premium devices on the market currently, but the combination of a powerful chipset and excellent cameras easily makes it one of our favorites at TechRadar.

Samsung's best Galaxy S25 Ultra deal ever

Incredible unlocked dealRead moreRead less▼

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: free storage upgrade and $440 off at SamsungSamsung's Black Friday deal on the excellent Galaxy S25 is the best I've seen yet. Not only do you get a free storage upgrade, but the official retailer is also offering the choice between a $450 upfront discount or a trade-in rebate of up to $750 off. While the trade-in rebate is a long way off from the record-high of around $1,000, the upfront discount here is an incredible deal on this device and enough to bring it down to just $850. Combined with the storage upgrade? Yep, this is a fantastic deal.

View Deal

• See more: check out all of today's phone deals at Samsung

We're seeing plenty of excellent Black Friday phone deals right now, but this one is probably my favorite unlocked deal so far. It beats a lot of other choices right now, solely because you don't need to trade in or sign up for a super-expensive long-term plan to be eligible. You can simply get a cheap(er) Galaxy S25 Ultra and port it over to the carrier of your choice.

While you're here, check out our main Black Friday page for more recommendations from our team of experts. Also check out our Black Friday deals hub for a roundup of today's best sales from Amazon, Best Buy, and other key retailers.

Also available at Samsung today

Read moreRead less▼

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: $600 upfront, or up to $1,000 off with a trade-in at SamsungAnd the discounts are even bigger with the official Samsung Store's deals on the Galaxy Z Fold 7. This is one pricey device for sure, but you can either get a record-breaking $600 off upfront or a trade-in rebate of up to $1,000 off. These Samsung devices always have great deals over Black Friday and I'm pleased to note that this year's iteration is no different.

View Deal

More of today's best Black Friday phone deals

• AT&T: $1,100 off w/ trade-in, plus $200 off plan
• Best Buy: up to $1,000 off iPhone 17, Galaxy, Pixel
• Mint Mobile: $800 off Pixel 10 and cheap plans
• Samsung: up to $1,000 off unlocked Galaxy phones
• T-Mobile: free iPhone 17 Pro w/ switch, and more
• Verizon: free iPhone 17, iPad, and Watch w/ plan
• Visible Wireless: unlimited data from $19/mo

Best Mint deal everRead moreRead less▼

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: was $1,199 now $599, plus one year of unlimited data for $15/mo at Mint MobileThe Pixel 10 Pro XL has been $400 off at Mint Mobile before, but the carrier's current deal has just ratcheted up the discount to a record-breaking $800 off. On top of the phone discount, you can also bundle in one full year of unlimited data for half price - paying just $180 upfront. Note, however, that this deal is for new customers only.

Google Pixel: was $799 now $349Google Pixel 10 Pro: was $999 now $299

View DealRead moreRead less▼

Apple iPhone 17 Pro: free with a new unlimited line, plus free iPad and Apple Watch at T-MobileT-Mobile's biggest and best deal on the iPhone 17 Pro gets you the device - plus a free iPad and Apple Watch - on a new Experience Beyond plan this Black Friday week. This kind of deal is pretty rare for T-Mobile, so it's a definitely a Black Friday highlight if you're eying up an upgrade. Overall, a strong deal, although the usual caveats apply here: the Experience Beyond plan is the pricier option at T-Mobile, and you also need to take out cellular lines on those accessories to claim them.

View DealRead moreRead less▼

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max: free with a new unlimited line, plus free iPad and Apple Watch at VerizonVerizon has just upped the ante with its Black Friday deals today, with this incredible promotion on the iPhone 17 Pro Max. For the first time ever, you don't need to trade-in to get this device for free alongside a new unlimited line. On top of that, you can also throw in a free iPad and Apple Watch. Previously, that's a promotion that's only been available on the cheaper 17-series devices. Even better still, this deal is eligible on the higher-end Ultimate and mid-tier Plus plan, so you're not technically tied into the priciest option here if you don't want it. Deal!

View Deal Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox

Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more.

Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. TOPICS Black Friday Alex WhitelockSocial Links NavigationRetail Editor

Alex is TechRadar's retail editor, specializing in deals, buying advice, and general tips on how to save our readers as much cash as possible. He's covered events like Black Friday and Amazon in some capacity for over seven years now; both in editorial and other ecommerce adjacent roles on TechRadar, T3, GamesRadar, and other Future PLC sites. Alex's expertise touches on most areas, but he has a particular love for phones, laptops, and cameras, being an avid photographer.

You must confirm your public display name before commenting

Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.

Logout Read more I spent time with the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and it absolutely crushes the iPhone 16e in every way that matters    Samsung flip phones aren’t always a safe bet for Black Friday deals, but the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE could change that    The best Samsung phones 2025    Need help buying the best phone for you? Here’s what the TechRadar experts use, and how to score a good deal    Should I look for Black Friday smartphone deals today or wait for what’s coming tomorrow? I’ve previewed the future, here’s what I’d wait for    Buying a new camera phone this Black Friday? Megapixels aren’t the only important spec    Latest in Samsung Galaxy Phones Apple is set to steal Samsung's crown as the global smartphone leader – here's why    One of the key Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra specs could be getting a boost    Samsung One UI 8.5 is set to bring a big anti-theft upgrade to your Galaxy    Samsung’s 2026 smartphone lineup just leaked – here’s what to expect and when    We have fresh hopes that the Samsung tri-fold will launch in the US    We may have some more key details of the Samsung Galaxy S26 series    Latest in Deals Picked up a smart TV in the Black Friday sales? These are the Black Friday VPN deals to pair it with    Save 50% on Hotspot Shield with this Black Friday VPN deal    Need an eSIM but not sure which one to buy? I have the perfect Black Friday eSIM deal for you    I compared NordVPN's Basic and Plus plans, and this is the Black Friday deal that's worth going for    We're VPN experts and these are our favorite Black Friday VPN deals of 2025    Amazon Singapore's Black Friday sale is slashing prices on top-rated tech – shop these 80+ deals on headphones, coffee machines, vacuums and more    LATEST ARTICLES

1. 1Another major survey warns AI could lead to major job cuts at your business
2. 2Black Friday VPN deals: these iPhone VPNs have 1M+ reviews and are on sale now
3. 3Save 50% on Hotspot Shield with this Black Friday VPN deal
4. 4Take extra care shopping for Black Friday deals - experts find thousands of fake websites looking to steal your details
5. 5NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, November 29 (game #902)