How to Get an iPhone 6 for Less

If you haven’t already pre-ordered the new iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus, you might be doing yourself a favor by taking a little extra time to compare all the offers available on Apple’s latest smart phone. The standard price on the iPhone 6 starts at $199 with a two-year contract, and the iPhone 6 Plus starts at $299 with a two-year contract. Without a contract, the phones start at $649 and $749, respectively. But discounts, trade-in credits and other incentives can reduce the price you pay for your iPhone.

Be prepared to wait, though, to actually get your hands on an iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus. Apple announced that demand for the new phones exceeded the initial pre-order supply. The phones were supposed to be delivered to pre-order customers September 19, but many won’t arrive until October, according to Apple. However, the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus should be available in stores — for people who are willing to wait in long lines, that is.

So before you place an order or get in line, here’s what you need to know about getting a deal on a new iPhone.