: Unlike some carriers that use monthly bill credits, T-Mobile frequently provided the rebate for the second device via a prepaid MasterCard card (often up to $700) sent 6–8 weeks after purchase.

During peak promotional windows in 2017 and 2018, T-Mobile ran several BOGO iterations:

: Some versions of the deal require trading in a qualifying smartphone in good condition.

Below is a breakdown of how these T-Mobile iPhone deals typically functioned and the requirements you might see for similar current-generation offers:

: Many BOGO offers require you to port in a number from a competing carrier.

: Even with a BOGO deal, you are responsible for paying the applicable sales tax and any down payments for both devices at the time of purchase. Current Alternatives