With demand outpacing supply, Apple's iPhone 7 Plus has a wait time of nearly a month when ordered directly from Apple. If you want the newest iPhone right now, though, there are ways to lessen the premium and get a 7 Plus right away.
With little to no inventory in stock, the overwhelming demand for Apple's latest iPhone was discussed during the company's recent earnings call. Apple Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Luca Maestri stated, "Worldwide demand for iPhone 7 and 7 Plus has significantly outpaced supply, particularly on iPhone 7 Plus..." -- and while Apple is working to get phones to consumers, there's still a 3-4 week wait time on all 7 Plus colors and sizes when ordered online directly from Apple.
If you want to get your hands on one right now, though, there are ways to reduce the premium, while still getting the color and storage size you desire. By purchasing from a third-party seller on eBay, for instance, you can snag free expedited shipping in many cases -- and most sellers do not collect sales tax in a variety of states. This means out the door prices can come out to nearly the same without the extended wait. Here's a roundup of the latest iPhone 7 listings that offers shoppers the lowest premium over MSRP.
Current iPhone 7 Plus prices
Jet Black256GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,289.99 (Free expedited shipping + no tax)
Black
256GB iPhone 7 Plus GSM Unlocked $1,199.99 (Free expedited shipping + no tax)
256GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,299.00 (No tax)
128GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,199.00 (No tax)
32GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,049.00 (No tax)
Silver
256GB iPhone 7 Plus GSM Unlocked $1,399.74 (Free shipping + no tax)
256GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,299.00 (No tax)
128GB iPhone 7 Plus GSM Unlocked $1,099.00 (Free shipping + no tax outside CA, IN, NJ & TN)
128GB iPhone 7 Plus GSM Unlocked $1,249.74 (Free shipping + no tax)
128GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,199.00 (No tax)
32GB iPhone 7 Plus GSM Unlocked $1,029.74 (Free shipping + no tax)
32GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,049.00 (No tax)
Gold
256GB iPhone 7 Plus GSM Unlocked $1,399.74 (Free shipping + no tax)
256GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,299.00 (No tax)
128GB iPhone 7 Plus GSM Unlocked $1,149.74 (Free shipping + no tax)
128GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,199.00 (No tax)
32GB iPhone 7 Plus GSM Unlocked $1,049.74 (Free shipping + no tax)
32GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,049.00 (No tax)
Rose Gold
256GB iPhone 7 Plus GSM Unlocked $1,299.74 (Free shipping + no tax)
256GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,299.00 (No tax)
128GB iPhone 7 Plus GSM Unlocked $1,199.74 (Free shipping + no tax)
128GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,199.00 (No tax)
32GB iPhone 7 Plus GSM Unlocked $1,029.74 (Free shipping + no tax)
32GB iPhone 7 Plus Unlocked $1,049.00 (No tax)
Current iPhone 7 prices
Black256GB iPhone 7 GSM Unlocked for $829.99 ($20 off + no tax)
256GB iPhone 7 Unlocked $999.00 (No tax)
128GB iPhone 7 Unlocked $899.00 (No tax)
32GB iPhone 7 Unlocked $799.00 (No tax)
Silver
256GB iPhone 7 Unlocked $999.00 (No tax)
128GB iPhone 7 Unlocked $899.00 (No tax)
32GB iPhone 7 Unlocked $799.00 (No tax)
Gold
256GB iPhone 7 GSM Unlocked for $829.99 ($20 off + no tax)
256GB iPhone 7 Unlocked $999.00 (No tax)
128GB iPhone 7 GSM Unlocked for $739.99 ($10 off + no tax)
32GB iPhone 7 Unlocked $799.00 (No tax)
Rose Gold
256GB iPhone 7 GSM Unlocked for $829.99 ($20 off + no tax)
256GB iPhone 7 Unlocked $999.00 (No tax)
32GB iPhone 7 Unlocked $799.00 (No tax)
iPhone 7 accessory discounts
ZeroLemon iPhone 7 SlimJuicer 4000mAh Battery Case for $69.99 (30% off)
10-Ft MFi-Certified Lightning Cable: 3-Pack for $21.99 (83% off)
Additional Apple Deals
AppleInsiderand Apple authorized resellers are also running a handful of additional exclusive promotions this month on Apple hardware that will not only deliver the lowest prices on many of the items, but also throw in free gifts like Parallels 12 or a SuperDrive. These deals are as follows:
- Deal #1: $190-$430 off 15" MacBook Pros with AppleCare and no tax in 48 states
- Deal #2: Free SuperDrive & up to 51% off AppleCare with 13" MacBook Airs
- Deal #3: Apple's Early 2015 12-inch MacBooks with over 50% off AppleCare
- Deal #4: $50-$80 off 12.9" iPad Pros with free shipping and no tax outside NY
- Deal #5: $140-$250 off 27" iMac 5Ks with AppleCare and no tax in 48 states
- Deal #6: Save up to 98% on courses, gadgets and software in the AppleInsider Shop
See if there is a Mac, iPad, Apple Watch or Certified Used iPhone deal that will save you $100s by checking out prices.appleinsider.com and deals.appleinsider.com.