https://www.cnet.com/news/get-an-unlocked-iphone-x-for-700/ > As you've probably noticed on the product page, you also have the option of getting the phone for $649.99 -- but that's if you activate it with AT&T, Sprint or Verizon. My advice: Buy it outright, then take it to a carrier with cheaper rates. You'll save in the long run, and you'll have the option of switching carriers anytime you want. > The elephant in this particular room is the iPhone XR, which runs $750 for the unlocked 64GB model. Personally, I think they're both great phones, but there are a few key differences.