Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S25 series is expected to retail starting at $799 for the base 128GB model. However, securing your new Galaxy S25 along with One UI 7 might not require spending that much.
Maximizing Trade-in Savings
The most significant savings can be achieved through Samsung’s trade-in program.
Step 1: Visit Samsung’s online store once the Galaxy S25 is available for purchase.
Step 2: Select the Galaxy S25 model you wish to purchase and proceed to the trade-in section.
Step 3: Choose the device you wish to trade in from the provided list.
Step 4: Verify the trade-in value offered for your device.
Step 5: Complete the purchase, factoring in the trade-in credit to reduce the overall cost. In some cases, the price of the 128GB Galaxy S25 can drop to as low as $299, or $309 for the 256GB version after trade-in.
To qualify for the maximum $500 trade-in credit, you generally need to exchange recent high-end models, such as:
- Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Galaxy Z Flip 5
- Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy S24
- Galaxy S24+
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold 6 (likely)
- Galaxy Z Flip 6 (likely)
Similarly, trading in recent iPhone models may also qualify for the maximum trade-in credit, including:
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 16 Pro (likely)
- iPhone 16 Pro Max (likely)
Samsung Financing and Installments
Samsung offers alternative payment methods to make the Galaxy S25 more accessible.
Step 1: During checkout on Samsung’s website, select Samsung Financing as your payment option.
Step 2: Apply for a Samsung Financing account, which may require a credit check.
Step 3: If approved, you can purchase the Galaxy S25 for as low as $12.50 a month for 24 months, assuming you’ve applied the $500 trade-in discount.
Alternatively, you might find an option to pay in four bi-weekly installments.
Step 1: At checkout, look for the option to pay in four installments.
Step 2: If available, each installment could be around $75, again assuming the $500 trade-in discount.
Initial Purchase Credit
Samsung often provides an instant credit upon purchasing a new phone.
Step 1: Add the unlocked Galaxy S25 to your cart on Samsung’s website.
Step 2: During checkout, you should see a $50 credit applied to your account.
Step 3: You can then use this credit to purchase accessories or upgrade the storage of your Galaxy S25.
With strategic planning using trade-in offers and financing options, owning the new Galaxy S25 can be surprisingly affordable. This makes the latest technology accessible to a wider range of users.