The Best Freebies for October 2026: VPN, Streaming & More

This giveaway offers a free box of Keebler Chips Deluxe Fudge Filled cookies, with a new drop available each day at 12:00 PM EST. Shop Now at Keebler

This offer provides a complimentary 1.2ml sample of Sì Passione Éclat, a floral fragrance built around blackcurrant accord, Centifolia and Damask rose notes, and a musk and vanilla base. You just have to fill out a form. Shop Now at Odore

Little Free Library and Pizza Hut are offering 24 no-cost custom "Little Hut Library" book-exchange packages to qualifying applicants. Each package includes a fully assembled Pizza Hut-themed book-sharing box, a charter sign, a post kit or stand, 25 starter books, and Pizza Hut and BOOK IT! branded goodies, with shipping costs covered. Shop Now at Little Free Library

Bob's Red Mill is giving away a free product, worth up to $9, through its Moregetherness campaign, which centers on sharing homemade baked goods with neighbors.  Shop Now at Bob's Red Mill

Konami is giving away the original NES version of Castlevania for free on the App Store and Google Play to mark the franchise's 40th anniversary. Anyone who downloads the game during the promotional period keeps access to it even after the free offer ends. Shop Now at Konami

VideoProc offers its VideoProc Converter AI V7.8 for Windows or Mac for free as part of its anniversary giveaway. You'll need to provide an email address to receive a free license code. The giveaway version includes AI video, image, and audio enhancement tools, along with video conversion, compression, downloading, recording, and editing features. The latest AI models and future updates are not included.

Also, on the same page, VideoProc Converter AI's lifetime license is $40, down from $90. The price covers one Mac for life or three Macs for a year, and includes AI video, image, and audio enhancement tools alongside standard conversion, compression, download, and editing features. Buyers also get several bonus titles included, such as an image background editing tool and an iPhone file transfer app. Shop Now at VideoProc

Buyers who purchase an eligible Bob's Red Mill flour or baking mix can get reimbursed for the full cost, up to $8.99, making the product free after rebate. To claim it, text a photo of the receipt and receive payment via Venmo or PayPal. The offer is limited to one reimbursement per person. Shop Now at Go To Aisle

Send Me a Sample offers a free sample of Cure Hydration Mix after signing up for a free account. No purchase is required to claim it. Shop Now at Send Me a Sample

Taco Bell's new Milk Bar Birthday Cake Empanada costs $3.49 at participating locations starting October 15 for a limited time. It's a crispy empanada filled with cake batter-flavored filling and topped with pink frosting and rainbow sprinkles, marking the third collaboration between Taco Bell and Milk Bar. Taco Bell Rewards Members with a birthday during the promotion can also choose it as a free birthday reward (or Mountain Dew Baja Blast Freeze) between October 15 and October 28. Shop Now at Taco Bell

Spending $15 or more on Pokémon TCG products at participating retailers like GameStop, Best Buy, Hot Topic, Five Below, Barnes & Noble, Macy's, and BoxLunch gets you a free Mewtwo promo card tied to the Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration expansion.  Shop Now at Pokémon

This 384-page title from Wiley-Scrivener covers both traditional and advanced machine learning and deep learning methods for building intrusion detection systems across cloud and Internet of Things environments. The book carries a $225 value, and TradePub is offering it as a free download through October 20. Shop Now at TradePub

Rapid Reculturing: Transforming Organizations at Pace and Scale is free for a limited time, down from its $30 hardcover price. The book, written by organizational psychologist Alex Bailey and Ipsos Chief People Officer Kerri O'Neill, focuses on building adaptable workplace cultures as AI reshapes how organizations operate. It specifically addresses rising burnout and turnover rates as leaders work to keep performance high amid rapid change. This deal ends October 20. Shop Now at TradePub

Mint Mobile offers the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 128GB Android Smartphone for free with an eligible trade-in when bundled with a 12-month Mint Mobile plan. An upfront payment of $180 for the plan is required. Eligible phones include iPhone 16+, Galaxy S25+, Z Flip/Fold 7+, or Pixel 10+. 

Plus, for a limited time, Mint Mobile is offering all their 6-month plans for $10 per month ($60 for 6 months), which is a savings of up to 71% off the regular price. You'll need to pay for the full six months up front and this offer is for new customers only. After the six month period, you'll be charged for the full-price plan options. This offer ends October 22, 2026. Shop Now at Mint Mobile

This offer gets you a free printed copy of the Proven Winners 2026 Gardener's Idea Book along with a free sign-up for the Winners Circle newsletter. The newsletter includes seasonal plant profiles and combination ideas, and the printed book is limited to one free copy per address. Shipping takes 1-2 weeks.

SimPro is giving away a free sample of its all-in-one plant nutrient formula, just submit an email and pick a sample to get a code. The formula is a microbial-based, water-soluble powder with organic additives like seaweed, yucca, humates, and amino acids, and contains no synthetic growth regulators. Shop Now at Simply Pro Formula

Pet owners can request a free sample of Pedigree pouches and drizzlers by completing a short form with contact and shipping details. Subscribing to hear from the Pedigree brand is required to get the sample. Shop Now at Sampltech

Applebee's Club members get a weekly coupon for 6 free boneless wings to go, available Sunday through Thursday. Signing up is free and also unlocks exclusive deals and text-only offers. Shop Now at Applebee's

Aroma Passions offers free monthly perfume samples with no credit card required to request them. Shoppers simply fill out a short form to receive testers and try scents before committing to a full bottle. Shop Now at Aroma Passions

Bloomingdale's is offering a free sample of an overnight repair cream designed to hydrate skin, calm redness, and improve texture while you sleep. Shoppers just need to fill out a short form with their name and address to request one, with no purchase required. Shop Now at Journey Sample

With an eligible trade-in, the Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB Mint Mobile Android Smartphone is free when bundled with a 12-month Mint Mobile plan at $180 upfront (equivalent to $15/mo.). That's a $900 savings. The trade-in is processed by Allstate and eligible devices include the Apple iPhone 15+, Samsung Galaxy S24+, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip/Fold 6+, or Google Pixel 9+) . You'll also get free expedited shipping. Shop Now at Mint Mobile

T-Mobile is offering the new Motorola razr 2026 with flexible monthly financing or full-price purchase options. Customers can choose between storage configurations and multiple Pantone color finishes, with $0 out of pocket on select financing plans for a new phone. Shop Now at T-Mobile

Buying three participating Chex cereals in one transaction qualifies shoppers for a free Elf holiday tin through this General Mills promotion. Receipts must be uploaded by January 7, 2027, and the offer is limited to one tin per household, with delivery taking 8 to 14 weeks after the program concludes. Shop Now at Chex

On October 30 and 31, customers who show up in store at Krispy Kreme in costume get their choice of a free original glazed or classic ring doughnut. Shop Now at Krispy Kreme

This bamboo toothbrush from Wellnesse is completely free, including shipping, with no credit card required. It's limited to one per customer while supplies last. Shop Now at Wellnesse

At Verizon, the Apple iPhone 17e is available for $0 a month over 36 months with an Unlimited plan, against a full retail price of $700. Plus, you can add an Apple iPad A16 128GB, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch SE 3, or Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) to your order for free during checkout. Shipping is free. The phone includes a 6.1" Super Retina XDR display with a 48MP Fusion main camera. Deal ends November 4. Shop Now at Verizon

At Costco, AT&T is offering the new iPhone 18 Pro 256GB for $0 with an eligible trade-in of an iPhone 14 or newer, in any condition, on a qualifying installment plan. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199 and now includes a 2TB storage option for the first time. Costco members who switch to AT&T with a new smartphone can also collect $350 in combined savings, made up of $250 in bill credits and a $100 Costco Shop Card. The phone is set to release on September 18. This deal ends November 15. Shop Now at Costco

Epicurean quality is what sets their tools apart from the ordinary. Their utensils look and feel like wood, but they won’t fade, crack, stain or split. They have quickly become some of their best-selling products. They won’t scratch non-stick surfaces, are easy to clean, and are dishwasher safe. Their wide range of everyday and specialty utensils are an essential part of the well-stocked kitchen. The lineup spans spoons, turners, spatulas, ladles, spreaders, pizza cutters, and more. Plus, you can get free shipping with orders of $100 or more as well as free returns. 

Shop Now at Epicurean

Signing up for Blaze Pizza's text alerts gets new and existing subscribers a free digital code for the movie Practical Magic. There's no purchase required, just a mobile number submitted through the sign-up form. The offer is available while supplies last. The sequel is currently out in theaters. Shop Now at Blaze Pizza

YouTube offers a rotating selection of movies and TV shows that can be streamed free with ads.  Shop Now at YouTube

This offer covers a 6-pack of BUBBL'R Antioxidant Sparkling Water in any flavor, valued at up to $9. Shoppers submit their email to receive it for free. Shop Now at Khloud

This offer gets you a free 10ml sample of Aestura's Atobarrier365 Cream, a moisturizer formulated with ceramide capsules for hydration and barrier support. Claiming it just requires following @aestura_us on Instagram and filling out a short form while supplies last. Shop Now at Aestura Sample

Available to Going Premium and Elite members, Price Drop continues monitoring airfare after a flight is booked. Members can add up to five booked flights, and if the fare drops at least 10% below what they paid, Going will alert them with the amount they could save and instructions for how to claim the savings. Members who have already used Price Drop to find a lower fare have saved an average of $150 per ticket. Shop Now at Going

At Walgreens, get an 8x10 print for free with promo code "PRINT810". Shop Now at Walgreens

Mint Mobile offers the Google Pixel 11 256GB Android Smartphone for free with an eligible trade-in when bundled with a 12-month Mint Mobile plan. An upfront payment of $180 for the plan is required. Eligible phones include iPhone 16+, Galaxy S25+, Z Flip/Fold 7+, or Pixel 10+. 

Plus, for a limited time, Mint Mobile is offering all their 6-month plans for $10 per month ($60 for 6 months), which is a savings of up to 71% off the regular price. You'll need to pay for the full six months up front and this offer is for new customers only. After the six month period, you'll be charged for the full-price plan options. This offer ends October 22, 2026. Shop Now at Mint Mobile

Shoppers who buy select Vital Proteins products at Ulta Beauty can get a free reusable scoop added to their order. The offer applies only to shipped orders, so it excludes in-store pickup and same-day delivery. Supplies are limited, so availability isn't guaranteed. This deal ends January 30. Shop Now at Ulta

Ulta Beauty is offering a free mystery gift with qualifying purchases of $65 or more. Choose 1, 2, or 3 and add the gift to your bag manually. Then just fill your cart with your favorites and the gift should become free once you hit the threshold. Note that your order must include at least one item that isn't sold through the Ulta Marketplace. The offer is limited to one per customer while supplies last. Shop Now at Ulta

This iPhone 18 Pro Max drops to $0 a month for 36 months at Xfinity Mobile, down from $36.11 a month, when you add a line or upgrade and trade in a phone on the Mobile Plus plan. Plus, it ships for free. It features a 6.9" ProMotion display, a 48MP Fusion Main camera, and Apple's new A20 Pro chip. Shop Now at Xfinity Mobile

At Xfinity Mobile, the newly-released Apple iPhone 18 Pro 256GB starts at $0 a month with an eligible trade-in, down from a full price of $1200. Plus, it ships for free. This is the first iPhone to use a 2-nanometer chip, and the new variable aperture main camera lets the aperture shift between f/1.48 and f/4 for more control over light and depth of field. Shop Now at Xfinity Mobile

T-Mobile offers the Apple iPhone 18 Pro 256GB for $0 per month via up to 36 monthly bill credits on a qualifying Experience Beyond plan. Get this price in two ways: one requires activating a new line and porting an eligible number, with no trade-in required; the other allows an eligible trade-in in any condition and can apply to a new or existing qualifying line. Both offers provide up to $1,200 in bill credits, require qualifying credit, and carry a $35 device connection charge plus tax; credits stop and the remaining financed balance becomes due if the account is canceled early, and paying off the device early ends the bill credits. Shipping is free. Shop Now at T-Mobile

With an eligible trade-in, the Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB is free when bundled with a 12-month Mint Mobile plan at $180 upfront (equivalent to $15/mo.). That's a $900 savings. The trade-in is processed by Allstate and eligible devices include the Apple iPhone 15+, Samsung Galaxy S24+, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip/Fold 6+, or Google Pixel 9+) . You'll also get free expedited shipping. Shop Now at Mint Mobile

With an eligible trade-in, the Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB is free when bundled with a 12-month Mint Mobile plan at $180 upfront (equivalent to $15/mo.). That's a $900 savings. The trade-in is processed by Allstate and eligible devices include the Apple iPhone 15+, Samsung Galaxy S24+, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip/Fold 6+, or Google Pixel 9+) . You'll also get free expedited shipping. Shop Now at Mint Mobile