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T-Mobile

Major Carrier
Network: T-Mobile6 plansFrom $28/mo

Overview

T-Mobile is the disruptor that became the establishment. They offer the fastest 5G speeds in the country, aggressive pricing, and solid perks like Netflix inclusion. The trade-off: rural coverage still lags Verizon and AT&T in some areas. If you live in a city or suburb, T-Mobile gives you the best bang for your buck among the major carriers.

Best for

Urban/suburban users, 5G enthusiasts, Netflix subscribers, value-seekers who still want a major carrier

Avoid if

You frequently travel to deep rural areas or need guaranteed coverage off the beaten path

Scorecard

Overall8.5/10
Value7.5/10
Coverage8/10
Speed9/10
Customer Service7.5/10
Network
T-Mobile (own)
Priority Level
Full priority on Go5G Plus and above
Who should use T-Mobile?

Urban and suburban users who want the fastest 5G, solid perks (Netflix!), and better value than Verizon/AT&T. The best big carrier for most people.

Pros

  • +Fastest and most widespread 5G network
  • +Netflix Standard with Ads + Hulu included on Experience plans
  • +Most affordable of the three major carriers
  • +Excellent international roaming included on premium plans
  • +T-Mobile Tuesdays perks program

Cons

  • -Rural coverage weaker than Verizon and AT&T in some regions
  • -Building penetration can be weaker in some areas
  • -Base plan still gets deprioritized during busy times
  • -Go5G plans replaced by Experience plans β€” check current naming
  • -In-store experience can be pushy

Quick Pricing (per line)

Plan1 LineData
Simply Prepaid 10GB$2810GB
Simply Prepaid Unlimited$54Unlimited
Essentials Saver$62Unlimited
Experience More (Better Value)$92Unlimited
Experience$97Unlimited
Experience Beyond$112Unlimited

Prices shown are advertised monthly rates per line before taxes unless the carrier includes taxes. Use our calculator for your true all-in cost.

All T-Mobile Plans

Simply Prepaid 10GB

$28/mo
+ taxes & fees
  • ●10GB
  • ●10GB hotspot
  • ●May be slower during busy times
  • ●Stream: Any
  • ●5G included
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Simply Prepaid Unlimited

$54/mo
+ taxes & fees
  • ●Unlimited
  • ●5GB hotspot
  • ●Always deprioritized (slowed after 50GB)
  • ●Stream: SD 480p
  • ●5G included
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Essentials Saver

$62/mo
+ taxes & fees
  • ●Unlimited
  • ●After 50GB premium data
  • ●Stream: SD 480p
  • ●5G included
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Experience More (Better Value)

Premium
$92/mo
+ taxes & fees
  • ●Unlimited
  • ●50GB hotspot
  • ●Never (unlimited premium data)
  • ●Stream: 4K UHD
  • ●5G included (Ultra Wideband)
+ Netflix Standard with Ads
+ Hulu ON US
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Experience

Premium
$97/mo
+ taxes & fees
  • ●Unlimited
  • ●50GB hotspot
  • ●Never (unlimited premium data)
  • ●Stream: 4K UHD
  • ●5G included (Ultra Wideband)
+ Netflix Standard with Ads
+ Hulu ON US
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Experience Beyond

Premium
$112/mo
+ taxes & fees
  • ●Unlimited
  • ●50GB hotspot
  • ●Never (unlimited premium data)
  • ●Stream: 4K UHD
  • ●5G included (Ultra Wideband)
+ Netflix Standard with Ads
+ Hulu ON US
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Current Promotions

Up to $800 off with trade-in, carrier will pay off up to $800/line

Switch credit: $800Trade-in: up to $800

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