Labor Day phone deals 2022: the best deals for iPhone, Samsung and more

Apple iPhone 13: BOGO, or get up to $800 off with a trade at Verizon
OK, so this one isn't specifically a Labor Day deal but hear us out - Verizon has one of its best deals ever on the iPhone 13 right now. Specifically, the carrier is offering either the choice between the usual trade-in rebate of up to $800 (enough to cover the entire device cost) or an awesome buy-one-get-one-free multi-line saving. Both are incredibly strong choices right now and perfect if you're looking to either switch or renew an unlimited line. Note, new customers will also get an additional $200 as a welcome bonus if they come over to the carrier.

Samsung Galaxy S22 series: up to $300 off w/ activation, plus up to $800 off with trade-in at Best Buy
Here's a little tip - if you're looking for awesome big carrier phone deals, often it's Best Buy who has the best promotions. Right now, for example, it's offering a really incredible activation rebate of up to $300 on the Galaxy S22 series - a saving that stacks on top of the usual trade-in savings. Eligible for AT&T and Verizon devices, this one-two combo is available on all devices but it's the excellent Galaxy S22 Ultra that's available with the biggest savings.

Google Pixel 6a: $449 $299 w/ activation at Best Buy
Pick up the Google Pixel 6a for its lowest-ever non-trade-in price at Best Buy this week. Eligible with a carrier activation on Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Google Fi plans, this is a great deal if you're looking for a speedy mid-range Android device to pair up with a premium 5G data plan. While there's still a hoop to jump through, there's no need to trade in a device to get a really significant price cut.

Google Pixel 6a: $449 $399 at Amazon
Alternatively, get yourself an unlocked device at Amazon, which is also offering its lowest-ever price on the Google Pixel 6a. While it's not quite as good a deal as Best Buy's on paper, there's no commitment to sign up for a pricey plan at a big carrier with this deal, which makes it perfect if you're going to go with Mint Mobile, Visible, or any of the best prepaid plans on the market currently.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4: $1,799.99 $899.99 with trade-in (plus a $150 voucher) at Samsung
Save $900 – A new entry in the foldable phone field, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 is expensive but like nothing else out there. That expense is significantly lower – by up to a massive $900 – in the Samsung Labor Day sale. It's a good price for a stylish handset that's a versatile hybrid of phone and tablet in a smaller form factor. It's ideal for the professional who needs to multitask.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4: $999.99 $299.99 with trade-in (plus a $50 voucher) at Samsung
Save $700 – The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 is a premium-looking clamshell foldable phone – even if it lacks a powerful battery and is still expensive for what it offers. It's a fashion phone but one that offers the right amount of features to make it your daily phone too. With the right trade-in, though, it's now far more accessible after discounts of up to $700 – plus a free $50 voucher.