BUYING A PHONE WITH APPLE?

HERE'S HOW TO USE IT WITH BOOST MOBILE

Por Boost Mobile

Published October 17, 2025

Buying an iPhone at Apple and activating it on Boost Mobile

Buying a new iPhone at Apple doesn’t mean you’re locked into Apple or one of the “big three” carriers.

In fact, Boost Mobile customers have two easy options: bring your own phone (BYOP) or finance your iPhone directly through Boost Mobile when buying at an Apple store or their website. Both approaches give you flexibility, affordability, and access to affordable Boost Mobile plans and our reliable 5G network.

In This Article:

> Financing Your iPhone with Boost

> How to Bring Your New iPhone to Boost

> Trade-In and Upgrade Opportunities

> Tips Before You Buy

Financing Through Boost Mobile When Buying at Apple

Don't want to pay the full retail price upfront? Boost Mobile makes it easy to finance your new iPhone while purchasing it at Apple. Unlike other carrier deals, Boost doesn't require a trade-in to save up to $830 on the new iPhone 17! This offer requires a new Boost Mobile line, activation on the Infinite Access Plan, and purchase on a 36-month 0% APR installment plan.

When you choose Boost Mobile Financing at checkout, you’ll pair your iPhone purchase with the Infinite Access Plan for just $65/mo. This plan gives you unlimited talk, text, and data on Boost’s reliable 5G network, plus access to free annual iPhone upgrades.

What you’ll get with Boost Financing:

0% APR financing on your iPhone
Up to $830 in bill credits applied over 36 months (not to exceed the cost of the iPhone). If you trade in a device, additional credits will be applied on top of this amount.
No trade-in required!
Save even more when you trade in an eligible device!
Option to upgrade to the newest iPhone every 12 months

Important details to know:

Monthly bill credits are applied over 36 months
Full retail taxes are due at the time of purchase
If you cancel service early, the remaining device balance is due immediately
Trade-in credits start within three bills
The 36-month installment plan begins when your iPhone ships

Financing through Boost can be a great deal on your new iPhone if you want predictable monthly payments while still enjoying Apple’s latest technology and reliable 5G coverage.

How to Get This Deal When You Buy at Apple:

Select Boost Mobile Financing as your monthly payment option — available to new and existing Boost Mobile customers
Before checking out at Apple (online or in-store), Boost Mobile will confirm your eligibility
Choose the Boost Mobile Infinite Access Plan as you complete your purchase
If you’re trading in a phone, your added savings will be applied as additional bill credits over 36 months

Bringing Your Own iPhone (BYOP) to Boost Mobile

If you already purchased your iPhone at Apple, you can bring it over to Boost Mobile in just a few simple steps. iPhones purchased from Apple are always unlocked (with the exception of a few carrier financing options), which means you’re free to activate them on carriers like Boost Mobile.

With Boost’s Bring Your Own Phone (BYOP), also known as BYOD, program, you can keep your number, skip long-term contracts, and choose a plan that fits your needs, all while enjoying the latest iPhone with reliable 5G coverage from Boost Mobile.

How Boost’s BYOP process works when buying from Apple:

Buy your iPhone unlocked at Apple. According to Apple, all iPhones purchased from one of their stores or website will be unlocked, unless you purchase a phone with an AT&T installment plan.
Check your phone's compatibility with the Boost Mobile network on our BYOD page. If you’re buying the new iPhone 17, your phone will be equipped with an eSIM and be ready to connect to Boost Mobile.
Activate your Boost Mobile plan using eSIM (available on all newer iPhone models) — no store visit required
Transfer your number if you’re switching from another carrier

Trade-In and Upgrade Opportunities

One of the best parts about buying your iPhone at Apple and activating with Boost Mobile is that you can save even more with trade-in and upgrade options.

Save More When You Trade In

When you purchase an eligible iPhone, including iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, or iPhone Air, you can get up to $830 in bill credits applied over 36 months. Unlike other carriers, this discount does not require a trade-in, but if you do choose to trade in an iPhone 13 or newer, you'll receive an extra $200-$700 in credit depending on the model and condition of your device.

Some things to note when you trade in your old device:

Bill credits are applied monthly across the 36-month installment plan
Trade-in credits begin within your first three bills
Taxes on the full retail price are due upfront at purchase
If service is canceled early, remaining device payments will be due immediately

Upgrade for Free with Boost’s Infinite Access Plan

If you finance your device with Boost Mobile's Infinite Access Plan, you'll also unlock the ability to upgrade every 12 months. That means after one year of payments, you can return your current iPhone and switch to the newest model.

Check your upgrade eligibility for the new iPhone 17

This is a great option for anyone who always wants the latest technology and doesn’t want to be locked into the same phone for a few years.

Tips Before You Buy

Purchasing a new iPhone is exciting, but a little preparation goes a long way toward making the process smooth and stress-free. Whether you're financing through Boost Mobile or paying in full at Apple, taking a few extra steps beforehand can help you avoid surprises and get the most value from your purchase. Keep these tips in mind before checking out:

Confirm compatibility: Make sure your iPhone supports Boost Mobile’s network (most unlocked Apple models do)
Back up your data: Save photos, messages, and apps so your transfer to your new device is seamless. When you buy a new iPhone, you’ll get temporary iCloud storage to transfer data from your old phone to your new one, making switching phones easier than ever.
Understand the fine print: Financing with Boost means credits apply monthly over 36 months, and you’ll need to keep service active to receive the full benefit
If you are purchasing your new iPhone directly from the Boost website, you also have the option of selecting 36-month financing with our Unlimited+ or Unlimited Premium plans