Metro Makes Apple’s iPhone 16e Effectively Free — Plus a Free $100 Visa Card
Metro by T-Mobile is currently offering Apple’s iPhone 16e effectively for free for customers who switch carriers and bring over their existing phone number.
The deal works a little differently than some carrier promotions, but the end result is straightforward. Customers pay $99.99 upfront for the 128GB iPhone 16e after Metro’s instant discount at checkout, then receive a $100 virtual prepaid Mastercard after maintaining eligible service for three months. That effectively offsets the entire purchase price of the phone itself. See this deal on Metro’s website.
Apple currently sells the iPhone 16e at a standard MSRP of $599, meaning Metro’s current offer represents an effective savings of roughly $599 off retail pricing for qualifying switchers.
| Offer | Apple MSRP | Metro Pricing | Effective Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16e (128GB) with qualifying port-in | $599 | $99.99 upfront + $100 prepaid Mastercard after 3 months | Effectively free device |
How the Deal Works
- Bring your existing phone number to Metro by T-Mobile
- Sign up for a qualifying plan starting at $50/month with AutoPay ($55 for the first month)
- Purchase the iPhone 16e (128GB) for $99.99 after Metro’s instant discount
- Keep your line active for 3 months
- Submit Metro’s rebate form and receive a $100 virtual prepaid Mastercard
Metro says customers can receive this promotion on up to two lines, though the offer is not available for current T-Mobile customers or customers who have used Metro service within the past 180 days.
Why This Deal Stands Out
Unlike many carrier promotions that rely heavily on long bill-credit structures or trade-ins, Metro’s current iPhone 16e offer is comparatively simple. There is no trade-in required, and customers can offset the entire upfront device cost through the prepaid Mastercard rebate after three months of qualifying service.
For buyers already considering a switch to Metro’s prepaid unlimited plans, this is currently one of the more compelling low-cost ways to get into Apple’s iPhone lineup without paying Apple’s full retail pricing.
The iPhone 16e itself remains one of Apple’s more affordable modern iPhones, featuring Apple silicon performance, Face ID, USB-C connectivity, strong battery life, and Apple Intelligence support in a lower-cost package than the flagship Pro models.
For more iPhone discounts and carrier promotions, see our iPhone Price Tracker, updated regularly.