You can buy a phone with GrapheneOS already installed only from independent sellers, because the GrapheneOS project does not sell phones; in the US, sellers we checked in November 2026 include Above Phone, AmeriDroid, SatComShop, GhostSims and iTechVista (us), and Nitrokey sells from Germany. For Canada, iTechVista ships its Pixel 9a with GrapheneOS for $35 USD, with duty and taxes collected at checkout (if checkout does not accept a Canadian address yet, email support@itechvista.com); check each other seller's shipping page, since SatComShop, for example, ships only within the continental US.
This guide compares those sellers, explains what the GrapheneOS project says about buying pre-installed, which Pixel to choose in 2026, and how to check the phone when it arrives. Support dates were checked against the official list at grapheneos.org, and seller prices on 10 November 2026.
The short answer
- GrapheneOS does not sell or endorse any phone seller. Its FAQ says it is not affiliated with any company selling devices with GrapheneOS, and its official recommendation is to buy a supported Pixel and install GrapheneOS yourself.
- Installing it yourself is free and usually cheaper. The official web installer at grapheneos.org runs in a browser such as Chrome or Edge on a computer, or on another Android 14+ phone or tablet, and walks you through each step.
- If you buy one preinstalled, choose the seller carefully. The seller should say clearly that it is not GrapheneOS, sell a recommended model that is not near the end of its support, use a factory unlocked phone rather than a carrier model, and expect you to verify the phone yourself.
- In 2026 the best value model is the Pixel 9a, supported until at least April 2032. For the longest support, the Pixel 10a runs to March 2033.
- Do not buy a Pixel 11 for GrapheneOS yet. It is not on the official supported list.
Which Pixel should you buy for GrapheneOS in 2026?
GrapheneOS recommends the Pixel 8 and newer, because they have at least 7 years of support from launch and hardware memory tagging, which GrapheneOS uses to protect the system and compatible apps against memory corruption exploits. These are the minimum support dates GrapheneOS publishes:
| Pixel | Supported until at least | Recommended by GrapheneOS? |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel 10a | March 2033 | Yes |
| Pixel 10 Pro Fold | October 2032 | Yes |
| Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL | August 2032 | Yes |
| Pixel 9a | April 2032 | Yes |
| Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold | August 2031 | Yes |
| Pixel 8a | May 2031 | Yes |
| Pixel 8, 8 Pro | October 2030 | Yes |
| Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet | June 2028 | Supported, not recommended |
| Pixel 7a | May 2028 | Supported, not recommended |
| Pixel 7, 7 Pro | October 2027 | Supported, not recommended |
| Pixel 6a | July 2027 | Supported, not recommended |
| Pixel 6, 6 Pro | October 2026 (passed) | No: extended support releases only, a stopgap |
| Pixel 11 series | Not supported | No |
- Best value: Pixel 9a. It costs less than the flagship models and still has support until April 2032. Refurbished units in good condition are widely available, which makes it a sensible choice for most people.
- Longest support: Pixel 10a or the Pixel 10 series. Choose these if you want the phone to last as long as possible, or want it new.
- Tight budget: Pixel 8a, 8 or 8 Pro. Same 7-year support and memory tagging, with support to 2030 or 2031.
- Avoid for a new purchase: anything older than the Pixel 8. GrapheneOS asks sellers not to sell phones that are at or near the end of their support, and the same advice suits buyers.
Our full guide, Which Pixel to buy for GrapheneOS, goes through each model in detail.
Where can you buy a phone with GrapheneOS already installed?
From independent sellers only. The GrapheneOS FAQ is direct about this: the project is not affiliated with any seller and does not endorse any of them, and its trademark rules require sellers to make clear that they are not GrapheneOS or officially associated with it. A seller that implies otherwise is breaking those rules, which is a reason to buy elsewhere.
Before you buy from any seller, check that:
- It names the exact model and storage, and that model is on the recommended list above with years of support left.
- The phone is factory unlocked, not a carrier model. GrapheneOS's install guide says to avoid carrier variants, because the carrier configuration can disable bootloader unlocking.
- It is open about being independent and about what your money pays for, given that the software is free.
- It states a delivery time, a return period and a warranty in writing.
- It expects you to verify the phone when it arrives, and tells you how.
Sellers we checked, November 2026
A snapshot of each seller's own product pages on 10 November 2026. Prices change, so confirm on their sites. We list what each states; where a seller does not state something, we say so rather than guess.
| Seller | Cheapest phone listed | Condition | What the seller states |
|---|---|---|---|
| SatComShop (US) | Pixel 8, 128 GB: $379.99. Pixel 10: $689.99 | Used, "B stock" (rated 7 out of 10 cosmetically) | Ships within 1 business day by FedEx 2-Day, continental US only; 30-day returns; device only, no charger. The lowest price we found. |
| GhostSims (US) | Pixel 8: $550. Pixel 10a: $900 | Not stated | Free shipping, 7 to 14 days in transit per its listing data; its listing data says returns are not accepted. Also sells bundles with a SIM. |
| iTechVista (US, ships to Canada) | Pixel 9a, 128 GB: $699 | Refurbished, excellent, factory unlocked | Phone bought after you order; install verified and results carded; 45-minute onboarding call; 30 days of email support; 30-day returns; 90-day hardware warranty; delivery usually 8 to 12 business days. |
| AmeriDroid (US, "Ghost Phone" by Mark37) | Pixel 8a, 128 GB: $745. Pixel 9a: $895 | Refurbished, "near mint" | Usually ships in 3 to 7 business days (up to 10); includes a case, SIM pin, charger and printed guide. |
| Above Phone (US) | Pixel 9a, 128 GB: $999. Pixel 10a: $1,049 | New (some B-grade models listed) | Sells current Pixels new; optional case and screen protector, and a paid privacy software subscription. |
| Nitrokey (Germany) | NitroPhone 10a (Pixel 10a): from EUR 649 | New | Europe-based; its pages note 5G does not cover every US frequency. |
How to read this: if price matters most and you are in the continental US, SatComShop is the cheapest. If you want a new phone, Above Phone and Nitrokey sell new current models. We sell a refurbished Pixel 9a with a verified install, a setup call and support, which suits people who want help as well as the phone. If you are comfortable installing it yourself, any of these is more expensive than a refurbished Pixel plus the free official installer. See what GrapheneOS installation costs for every route.
How to check a phone that arrives with GrapheneOS installed
The GrapheneOS FAQ recommends these steps for any phone bought with GrapheneOS already on it. They mean you do not have to trust the seller.
- Compare the verified boot key hash. When a phone with GrapheneOS starts, it shows a yellow notice that it is loading a different operating system, with an ID. On the Pixel 6 and newer that ID is the full hash of the verified boot key. Compare it with the hash for your model on the official install guide at grapheneos.org/install/web. If it does not match, do not use the phone.
- Factory reset it from recovery before you set it up, so nothing the seller did stays on it.
- Set up attestation with the Auditor app. GrapheneOS provides Auditor, which uses the phone's hardware to confirm that it is running genuine, unmodified GrapheneOS. You need a second Android phone running Auditor to scan a QR code, or you can use GrapheneOS's optional device integrity monitoring service.
Your options
Install it yourself, free
If you have a supported Pixel and a desktop or laptop with a recent browser, the official web installer is the cheapest route and the one GrapheneOS recommends. Set aside about an hour and follow it step by step.
Install it on your own Pixel with our help
If you already own a supported Pixel but would rather not do it alone, our GrapheneOS Guided Session ($99 USD, up to 90 minutes live) installs it with you, or you can send the phone to us with the Mail-In option.
Buy a Pixel 9a with GrapheneOS installed from us
If you do not own a Pixel yet, we sell a Google Pixel 9a with GrapheneOS installed for $699 USD: a factory unlocked, refurbished Pixel 9a in excellent condition, bought for you after you order, with GrapheneOS installed from the official installer and verified against the published key hash (the results are on a card in the box), plus a 45-minute onboarding call and 30 days of email support. Delivery usually takes 8 to 12 business days; if the phone we receive fails our inspection we replace it, which can add about a week. Shipping is free in the US and $35 to Canada, where the buyer pays import duty and taxes, collected at checkout; if checkout does not accept a Canadian address yet, email support@itechvista.com. It comes with 30-day returns and a 90-day hardware warranty.
Ongoing help after the install
Whichever route you take, our GrapheneOS Care Plan ($19 USD a month or $190 USD a year, cancel any time) gives you email support with a reply within 1 business day, help with updates, apps, backups and moving to a new Pixel, a 30-minute video call each quarter and 20% off our installs. It is open to anyone running GrapheneOS on a supported Pixel, not only our customers.
iTechVista is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the GrapheneOS project or Google. You can verify the phone with the steps above when it arrives.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy a phone with GrapheneOS already installed?
Only from independent sellers, because the GrapheneOS project does not sell phones. In the US, sellers checked in November 2026 include Above Phone, AmeriDroid, SatComShop, GhostSims and iTechVista; Nitrokey sells from Germany. iTechVista also ships to Canada for $35 USD (by email order if checkout does not accept a Canadian address yet). Prices ranged from $379.99 for a used Pixel 8 to $999 and up for new phones. Whoever you buy from, verify the phone yourself when it arrives.
Does GrapheneOS sell phones?
No. GrapheneOS is a non-profit open-source project. It does not sell phones and says it is not affiliated with or endorsing any company that sells devices with GrapheneOS installed.
Is it safe to buy a phone with GrapheneOS preinstalled?
It can be, if you verify it. Compare the verified boot key hash shown at startup with the official one for your model, factory reset the phone from recovery, and set up the Auditor app. Those checks do not depend on trusting the seller.
Which Pixel is best for GrapheneOS in 2026?
For value, the Pixel 9a, supported until at least April 2032. For the longest support, the Pixel 10a, supported until at least March 2033. Any Pixel 8 or newer is recommended by GrapheneOS.
Can I install GrapheneOS on a Pixel 11?
Not as of November 2026. The Pixel 11 series is not on GrapheneOS's official supported device list.
Why should a preinstalled phone not be a carrier model?
GrapheneOS's install guide says to avoid carrier variants, because the carrier configuration can disable bootloader unlocking. A factory unlocked phone avoids that problem and makes future reinstalls possible.
Is it cheaper to install GrapheneOS myself?
Yes. GrapheneOS is free, and the GrapheneOS FAQ notes that installing it yourself will likely cost less than buying a phone with it preinstalled. A preinstalled phone makes sense if you also want the model chosen for you, the install done and checked, and help setting it up.