GrapheneOS itself is free, so installing it yourself costs nothing beyond a supported Google Pixel; a refurbished Pixel 9a cost about $285 to $365 in the US in November 2026. Paid help ranges from $85 to $99 USD for an installation service on a Pixel you already own (iTechVista's prices), and phones sold with GrapheneOS already installed cost from about $380 to over $1,000 at the sellers we checked.
Below is what each route costs, what the money pays for, and the extras that can add to the bill. Prices were checked on 10 November 2026 and change often, so confirm them on each seller's site.
Cost by route
| Route | What you pay | What is included |
|---|---|---|
| Install it yourself | $0 for the software, plus the phone | The official web installer and guide at grapheneos.org |
| iTechVista Guided Session (your Pixel, live by video) | $99 USD, up to 90 minutes | Pre-session checks by email, the install with you, bootloader relocked and verified boot confirmed, first setup, follow-up email support |
| iTechVista Mail-In Service (your Pixel, posted to us) | $85 USD, plus postage to us, plus tracked return shipping ($14 USD to a US address, $46 USD elsewhere) | The install, bootloader relocked, phone checked and returned by tracked courier, usually within 3 business days of reaching us |
| A Pixel with GrapheneOS already installed | About $380 to over $1,000, depending on seller, model and condition | The phone and the install; extras vary by seller (see the comparison in our buyer's guide) |
| iTechVista Pixel 9a with GrapheneOS installed | $699 USD; free US shipping, $35 to Canada (by email order if checkout does not accept a Canadian address yet) | Refurbished, factory unlocked Pixel 9a in excellent condition, verified install, 45-minute onboarding call, 30 days of email support, 30-day returns, 90-day hardware warranty |
What a supported Pixel costs
If you install GrapheneOS yourself, the phone is the only cost. GrapheneOS recommends the Pixel 8 and newer. Refurbished prices in the US in November 2026, from the listings we checked on Swappa, eBay, Amazon Renewed and Back Market:
- Pixel 8a: about $220 to $340 refurbished, supported until at least May 2031.
- Pixel 9a: about $285 to $365 refurbished, supported until at least April 2032.
- Pixel 10a: $599 new from Google, supported until at least March 2033.
Buy a factory unlocked phone, not a carrier model: some carrier models can never have their bootloader unlocked, and then no one can install GrapheneOS on them. Our guide which Pixel to buy for GrapheneOS lists every model with its support date.
Extras that can add to the cost
- Moving your data (contacts, photos, messages, chat apps) from your old phone: $49 USD as an add-on with us. GrapheneOS cannot restore a Google or iCloud phone backup during setup, so data is moved app by app.
- Extra session time: $25 USD per 30 minutes with us, only if you agree before we go over.
- Accessories: some sellers include a case or charger; we do not.
- Import duty and taxes if the phone crosses a border. For our Canadian orders they are calculated and collected at checkout.
Why paid options cost what they do
The software is free. What a paid service or a pre-installed phone charges for is the work around it: choosing and buying the right model, checking it can be unlocked, the install and verification, setup, support afterwards, and taking the risk of a phone that fails inspection. If you are comfortable following a guide for an hour, doing it yourself is the best value, and GrapheneOS recommends it.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to have GrapheneOS installed?
At iTechVista, $99 USD for a live guided session of up to 90 minutes on your own Pixel, or $85 USD plus postage if you mail the phone to us. Installing it yourself is free.
Is GrapheneOS free?
Yes. GrapheneOS is free and open-source software. You only pay if you choose someone to install it for you or buy a phone with it already installed.
What is the cheapest way to get a phone with GrapheneOS?
Buy a refurbished, factory unlocked Pixel 8a or Pixel 9a and install GrapheneOS yourself with the official web installer.
Why are pre-installed GrapheneOS phones so much more expensive than the Pixel alone?
The price covers the seller's sourcing, install, checks, support and returns, not the software. Sellers differ a lot in what they include, so compare condition, warranty, return period and support, not only the price.
iTechVista is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the GrapheneOS project or Google. Competitor prices are a snapshot from 10 November 2026; check each seller's site for current prices.