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Article updated on Mar 20, 2026

If You're Eyeing the New Pixel 10A, You Don't Have to Pay Full Price

Whether you're looking to buy from a carrier or a retailer, you can potentially even score the new budget-friendly model for free.

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Google's newest budget-friendly phone is the Pixel 10A. But it still has a price tag of $500, which can be a lot. Since the phone is newly released, you can score some special savings right now. Actually, some offers can even net you Google's newest phone for free.

You can save hundreds with an eligible trade-in, and some carriers are even offering a chance to pick one up for free when you add a new line. To help you make the most of these offers before they're gone, we've rounded up the best deals below.

We'll continue to update this page as new ways to save pop up, so be sure to check back often.

Best Pixel 10A deals

You can get your new phone for less with an eligible trade-in. The Pixel 9A will net you an estimated $160 back, for reference. Or, get your Pixel 10A for free, plus $10 per month off your service for two years when you join Google Fi wireless.

Additionally, you'll get three months of YouTube Premium and 100 GB of Google One cloud storage for free with your purchase.

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Free with Google Fi

Amazon isn't offering any direct discounts on the Pixel 10A, but it does accept trade-ins, which can save you up to $470.

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Save with trade in

Best Buy is also offering a $100 off your Pixel 10A order when you activate your phone through Verizon or AT&T. Plus, Best Buy has its own trade-in program, which can save you even more.

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Save $100 with carrier activation

AT&T customers who have (or switch to) an eligible unlimited plan and order the Pixel 10A on an installment plan will automatically save $376. That knocks the cost down to just $4 per month.

AT&T also has its own trade-in program where you can save even more in exchange for your old phone. Discounts will be applied as bill credits over 36 months. AT&T is also offering $800 to break your current contract and switch over to AT&T. Lastly, if you order the phone online, you'll score a direct $200 off as well.

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Save $376 with installment plan

Verizon customers adding a new line on the Unlimited Welcome, Plus or Ultimate plan can pick up the Pixel 10A for free right now. Discounts will be applied as bill credits over 36 months.

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Free with new line

Boost Mobile customers who have or sign up for its $60 per month Unlimited Premium plan will get $400 off their Pixel 10A order. That knocks the cost down to just $100. Note that obsidian is the only color available.

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Save $400 with select plans

Xfinity customers who purchase the phone on installment will get $400 off their Pixel 10A. That brings the monthly cost to just under $3. You'll get the remainder though bill credits over 36 months. You must be on an a Premium Unlimited plan to qualify for this deal.

You can also save up to $500 with an eligible trade-in, which puts this phone in your pocket for free.

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Save $400 on installment, up to $500 with trade-in

What's new about the Pixel 10A?

Rather than being a big revamp, the Pixel 10A is more of an iterative improvement over the previous Pixel 9A -- but still offers some enticing upgrades. Aesthetically, a flat camera bump makes for a smooth look. But it's what happens on the inside that counts, and the Pixel 10A is set to use a "boosted" edition of the Tensor G4 processor rather than the Tensor G5 seen in the rest of the Pixel 10 line. A 6.3-inch display will be joined by a 13-megapixel selfie camera. That flat camera bump is set to play host to a 48-megapixel main camera and a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera.

How much does the Pixel 10A cost?

Prices differ depending on the amount of storage you buy, but the Pixel 10A starts at $499 for the 128GB option. A 256GB version is also offered for buyers who need a little more breathing room, starting at $599.

What colors does the Pixel 10A come in?

The Pixel 10A comes in four colors.

  • Obsidian
  • Berry
  • Fog
  • Lavender

Shopping for a previous Pixel model? Our roundup of the best Pixel deals includes sales on the entire Pixel 10 lineup, as well as the remaining deals available on the Pixel 9 series and the Pixel 8.

How do Pixel 10A trade-in offers work?

Both Google and carriers often offer trade-in savings, giving existing phone owners a great way to pick up the latest phone at a discounted price. Some of the best trade-in offers can even make the new phone free.

Not a fan of contracts? Some retailers also offer trade-in programs, which could offer gift cards toward future purchases instead. This can be a great way to take advantage of savings without necessarily being locked into a contract. Retail offers may not provide as much of a deal as traditional trade-in offers from carriers, though, so keep that in mind as you shop and more offers come online.