iOS
Black Friday iPhone and iPad app deals 2026
By AppClimbUpdated 3 min read
We've found 16 Black Friday deals on iPhone and iPad apps for 2026, and 13 are one-time unlocks. Many come from independent developers taking part in the Indie App Sales event, which runs November 27 to 30.
16
checked deals
13
pay once
50%
median discount
54%
biggest discount
The deals
- 1.

Hide Photos
Get Lifetime Pro for just $5.99 (regularly $12.99). Save 54% with promo code HIDEPHOTOS54! One-time purchase, lifetime access, no subscription.
- 2.

Accountit
Accountit Plus Lifetime 50% Discount
-50% - 3.

Countdowns
50% off Lifetime Unlock
-50% - 4.

Doneit
Doneit Premium Lifetime 50% Discount
-50% - 5.

Home Widget for HomeKit · HW
Lifetime License US$7.49 instead of US$14.99 (50% off). One-time purchase, no subscription. Discount applied automatically in the app November 27–30, 2026. Local prices vary.
-50% - 6.

HomeBatteries
50% off first year with code BF26 or 30% off lifetime plan with code BLACKFRIDAY
- 7.

Memento
Lifetime $3.99 - 50% off
-50% - 8.

Memory • Classic Game
All Card Packs US$4.49 instead of US$8.99 (50% off). One-time in-app purchase. Discount applied automatically November 27–30, 2026. Local prices vary.
-50% - 9.

Recurrence
Lifetime Unlock $9.99 (50% off!)
-50% - 10.

SmoothCapture
50% OFF with code BLACKFRIDAY26 (applied automatically on the pricing page): Lifetime ($149 → $74.50), Personal ($79 → $39.50), Chronoid + SmoothCapture bundle ($199 → $99.50).
- 11.

TV Remote
50% off first year with code BF26 or 30% off lifetime plan with code BLACKFRIDAY
- 12.

BoltAI 3
40% OFF with code BFCM2026, until Dec 1, 2026: Pro $99 $59, Lifetime $399 $239
- 13.

TablePlus
25% OFF with code BLACK_FRIDAY_2026, November 19 – December 3, 2026. Basic $99 $74.25
- 14.

Digital Photo Frame
Yearly Subscription 50% OFF 🎉
-50% - 15.

Email Me
50% OFF, no code needed, November 27 – December 1, 2026. US pricing: Email Me Yearly $12.99 → $6.49 USD, Digital Photo Frame Yearly $19.99 → $9.99 USD; local prices vary.
-50% - 16.

Runestone Text Editor
Premium for $4.99 (50% OFF)
-50%
How iPhone app deals work
App Store discounts arrive in a few different ways, and each one is redeemed differently. Each deal below says which applies, so read the terms before you tap.
- A price drop: the app or its upgrade is simply cheaper for a while. Buy during the sale and you keep it at that price.
- A discounted in-app purchase: the app is free to download, and the Pro unlock or lifetime option inside it is on sale.
- A subscription offer: a lower price for the first period of a subscription. Check the renewal price.
- A code: you redeem it in the App Store, then the discount or unlock is applied to your Apple account.
How to redeem an App Store code
On iPhone or iPad, open the App Store, tap your profile picture, and choose the option to redeem a gift card or code. Enter the code, or follow the link the developer provides, which opens the same screen for you.
Tip: Some developers give codes for their own checkout on the web instead. If a code doesn't work in the App Store, check whether the deal says to use it on the maker's site.
Family Sharing, refunds and iPad
If the developer has turned on Family Sharing for an app, one purchase can be shared with the people in your Family Sharing group. The App Store listing shows whether Family Sharing is supported.
If something goes wrong, you can request a refund for an App Store purchase through Apple's Report a Problem page. Apple decides each request, so don't count on it as a free trial.
Most iPhone apps on sale also run on iPad. Each listing shows the platforms it supports.
Black Friday 2026: the key dates
The main weekend is short, but software sales spread well beyond it. Most makers announce their offer in the two weeks before Black Friday, and many keep it running until Cyber Monday ends.
| Day | Date |
|---|---|
| Thanksgiving (US) | Thursday, November 26, 2026 |
| Black Friday | Friday, November 27, 2026 |
| Cyber Monday | Monday, November 30, 2026 |
| Indie App Sales event | November 27 to 30, 2026 |
Tip: If a deal you want already states its price and end date, buying early rarely costs you anything. The bigger risk is forgetting.
How we check these deals
Every deal here comes from the maker, the maker's own website or store listing, or a public community list, and we check it against the maker's site before it goes live. Terms are quoted as the maker wrote them, with a link to where we found them.
We don't invent discounts or guess end dates. If a percentage isn't stated, we only show one when the maker gives both the old and the new price. Prices can change, so confirm the final price at checkout.
Questions people ask
How do I use an App Store promo code?
Open the App Store, tap your profile picture, and choose the option to redeem a gift card or code. You can also follow the link the developer gives, which opens the same screen.
Do these deals apply on iPad too?
Usually, if the app supports iPad. Each listing shows its platforms.
What is Indie App Sales?
It's a sale event where independent iPhone, iPad and Mac developers discount their apps at the same time. In 2026 it runs from November 27 to 30.
When is Black Friday 2026?
Black Friday is Friday, November 27, 2026, and Cyber Monday is Monday, November 30. Many software deals start earlier and some run into December.
Deals are checked against each maker's own site and quoted as written. Last checked November 5, 2026. Prices can change, so confirm the final price at checkout.
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