Apple makes some of the best phones on the market right now, but they certainly don’t come cheap. The iPhone 16E is the most affordable model in its lineup and still has a whopping $599 starting price. If you’re on the hunt for a more budget-friendly alternative, we’ve got a deal you won’t want to miss. Right now at Woot, you can pick up an unlocked iPhone 15 in pristine condition for just $499. Just act fast, as there’s a good chance this deal will sell out before it expires on Oct. 27.

There are a few things you should know about this Woot offer before you place your order. Woot classifies these phones as “pristine,” which means that they’ve “never been in customer hands” and have been tested and ensured to have 100% battery life. They do come backed by a one-year limited warranty but are not eligible for AppleCare and will not come in the original box. Also note that there’s only a single configuration available, which comes in black and has 128GB of storage.

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As for the specs, you’ll get everything that made the iPhone 15 so popular when it launched in Sept. 2023, including a large 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with the Dynamic Island built in. The fast A16 Bionic chip has a 5-core GPU while the 48-megapixel main camera takes stunning photos. Emergency SOS via Satellite is included, should you find yourself in need of rescue beyond the reach of cellular connectivity as well.

If you’re not sure if this previous-gen model is for you, you can check out our list of all the best iPhone 17 deals for savings on Apple’s latest phones. You can also find plenty of other deals on the iPhone 15 and other previous-gen models in our full roundup of all the best iPhone deals.

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Why this deal matters

Direct discounts on iPhones are exceedingly rare, so shopping refurbished is one of the only ways to score some savings without signing up with a carrier. This iPhone 15 is essentially new, but at just $499 you’re still getting it for around the same price as a used model, making this an incredible bargain.

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