Best Labor Day Phone Deals: The Absolute Best Savings on Apple, Google, Samsung and More

Labor Day might be over, but the savings are still going strong. You can still snag significant discounts on the latest smartphones from Apple, Samsung, OnePlus, and more. However, these deals are disappearing quickly, so act fast. CNET’s shopping experts are continuously curating the best smartphone deals, so all you need to do is click and buy. We’ve also got great savings on tablets, laptops, and TVs.

If you’re ready for an upgrade, now is the ideal time to take advantage of these fantastic offers. Check back regularly as CNET’s team is working around the clock to find the best deals from top retailers. Just keep in mind, these offers won’t last forever.

Best overall Labor Day phone deals 

For a more affordable midrange Android phone, the 2023 Motorola Edge Plus got decent marks from our reviewer, thanks to battery life and a good display and audio. It’s currently on sale for $300 off at Amazon, making it even more appealing. 

According to our reviewer Patrick Holland, the Galaxy S24 and 24 Plus have improvements from the Galaxy S23 series, including longer battery life and better screens. Right now you can get the S24 Plus for a nice $201 discount at Amazon, so you can try these features out for yourself. 

Best Apple Labor Day phone deals 

Right now we’re seeing the best Apple phone deals on carrier models, but there are some unlocked offers, such as the older iPhone 14 and 13 at a modest discount of $50 from Best Buy. Keep an eye on this page as we’ll continue to keep it up to date as new offers become available. 

If you’re still rocking the iPhone 13 or earlier, the upgrade to the 14 Plus will give you a bigger screen and a few nice perks including an improved camera. Right now you can save $50 at Best Buy, plus you can save up to $365 when you trade in an eligible device. 

Best Google Pixel Labor Day phone deals 

The recent release of the Pixel 9 series has prices fluctuating on earlier models, but we’re seeing some solid deals on the Pixel 8A (released in early 2024). There are also lots of offers — especially from carriers — to entice you to order the newest Pixel 9 lineup, so be sure to check out our Pixel 9-specific deals roundup if you don’t see what you’re looking for here. 

While there are no proper discounts here, you can save a substantial amount on a new phone at Best Buy with their trade-in discounts. You’ll get more for newer phones in better condition, but it’s always worth checking if you’re looking for an upgrade. 

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Best Samsung Labor Day phone deals

Thanks to Samsung’s Labor Day sale, you can find deals on a number of its phones directly through the Samsung website, especially if you have an older phone to trade in. 

The S23 FE already brings you many of the essentials from last year’s Galaxy S23 lineup at a more affordable price. Right now you can save $100 if you pick one up from Amazon. 

Best Motorola Labor Day phone deals 

Motorola is having a Labor Day sale of its own where you can save up to $400 on a variety of its bestselling phones. Plus, we’re seeing similar discounts at Best Buy. 

A fast-charging phone with good Dolby Atmos audio and image quality, this is a great starter phone for a teen or if you just want a break from those monthly payments. 

Is Labor Day a good time to buy a phone?

In general products including tech deals like laptops and monitors are discounted around this time of year, thanks to both Labor Day and back-to-school season. Other shopping events such as Amazon Prime Day and Black Friday tend to bring even bigger discounts on items like phones and tablets, but we’re still seeing good deals on a number of phones. 

What should I buy during Labor Day sales?

Labor Day brings savings on major home appliances, so this can be a good time to get deals on refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, washer and dryer sets, and similar, but don’t overlook this shopping event for smaller items and lots of tech, too. We’re seeing deals on phones, laptops, smartwatches and monitors as well. 

What other sales are happening during Labor Day?

Big-box retailers like Target and Walmart are having major discounts for Labor Day as well as Best Buy, where we’re seeing plenty of phone deals right now. And as always, Amazon responds to any sales event by slashing prices. Because Labor Day ties in with back-to-school season, you can also spot great deals on clothing, backpacks, school supplies and more across retailers like Macy’s and Kohl’s as well as many smaller retailers. 

How we choose the best Labor Day deals

At CNET, our team of expert shoppers and deal-hunters have years of experience helping buyers understand which major sales and deals are legitimately good and which are more routine. That includes Black Friday, Prime Day, Fourth of July and countless other shopping events. We’ve gotten very adept at sorting out scams or superficial deals. We look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sale time when choosing a deal to show you.

• Real discounts mean exactly that. We look at the price history for all items sold to make sure no manufacturers are inflating prices to make the discount seem more substantial than it is.
• Quality reviews are important for any product, but especially for an everyday essential like a new phone. If it breaks the first time you use it, the discount isn’t really worthwhile.
• Remaining sale time is a huge part of our vetting process. If a deal seems like it will only be around for a short while or will only be available for the remaining stock, we’ll let you know upfront so you don’t come back to the deal later only to be disappointed.