Requires a device trade-in and a new device purchase on a T-Mobile installment plan. Key Requirements & Costs
As of April 2026, T-Mobile offers two primary ways to cover switching costs:
While T-Mobile covers the buyout, you must manage the initial payments and satisfy specific conditions:
Reimbursement if you trade in your phone for a new one.
T-Mobile (which merged with Sprint in 2020) provides up to to reimburse customers for contract buyouts and remaining device balances. For a family of four, this can total up to $3,200 in total reimbursement. Current Buyout Programs (2026)