Straight Talk is powered by the T-Mobile, AT&T & Verizon 5G & 4G LTE wireless networks, offering the same coverage without the expensive price tag.
With an MVNO - Mobile Virtual Network Operator, you could save up to $600 a year on your cell phone bill, without sacrificing the features you love.
Below you'll find further information to help decide if Straight Talk has the right coverage for you.
Straight Talk 4G LTE network coverage
Straight Talk operates on the T-Mobile, AT&T & Verizon networks, so you'll have access to the same nationwide 4G LTE coverage, and 5G where it's available.
Even if you've had a plan with T-Mobile, AT&T & Verizon before it's always worth checking cell phone coverage in your area, which you can easily do with our ZIP code checker for availability at your address.
Compare network performance
| NETWORK | ROOTMETRICS | OPENSIGNAL | OOKLA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon network | 95 | 9.8 | 74% |
| AT&T network | 93 | 9.5 | 80% |
| T-Mobile network | 87 | 88 | 79% |
Sources: RootMetrics, OpenSignal, and Ookla.
Does Straight Talk have 5G?
Yes, Xfinity Mobile 5G coverage is available with a 5G compatible device.
Straight Talk 5G coverage map
Straight Talk cell phone plans
T-Mobile vs Straight Talk comparison
Keep your T-Mobile phone, number & coverage: Save $480 per year
| Carrier | Network Coverage | 4G/5G Data | Price | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile | T-Mobile 4G & 5G | Unlimited | $75/mo | $900/yr |
| Straight Talk | T-Mobile 4G & 5G | 10GB | $35/mo | $420/yr |
| Savings | $40/mo | $480/yr | ||
Straight Talk benefits
As an MVNO, Straight Talk can offer many benefits compared to plans with the three major networks;
- Lower prices: without hundreds of physical stores and sales staff they can pass on the low-costs to you. With possible savings of up to $600 a year.
- Flexible plans: you won't feel stuck paying for features you don't need, you can customize your plan to suit you.
- Keep your phone and number: pocket the savings from not upgrading to the latest handset and bring your own phone. You can also easily port your number across.
- Easy to switch: if you're keeping your own phone the switch over is simple and you'll be all set within a few days.
- No commitment: there's no contracts, so you pay as you go. If you're not happy or you need to amend your plan you can do this at any time.
Straight Talk features
Straight Talk coverage FAQs
Powered by T-Mobile, AT&T & Verizon you'll receive nationwide 4G LTE coverage.
Straight Talk is powered by the T-Mobile, AT&T & Verizon networks.
Low-cost carriers pass on the savings to you. Without the overheads of physical stores or expensive advertising campaigns you can halve your monthly cell phone bill. With Straight Talk you pay for what you need while still receiving nationwide 4G LTE coverage.
Most unlocked phones are compatible with Straight Talk. They operate on the T-Mobile, AT&T & Verizon networks.
Recap
Straight Talk makes it possible to get a cell phone plan on the T-Mobile, AT&T & Verizon network without the big ticket prices.
Offering the same nationwide coverage with 4G LTE and the 5G network, where it's available.
With MVNOs you'll get flexible plans with no contracts, so you're free to amend or cancel without any additional fees.
If you're not sure Straight Talk plans are right for you, there's a large selection of MVNOs across all networks you can compare to find your perfect low-cost plan.
Straight Talk guides
Straight Talk info
| Founded | 1996 |
| Headquarters | 9700 NW 112th Ave, Miami, FL 33178 |
| Employees | Nov-50 |
| Customer service | (877) 430-2355 |
| Support | Straight Talk's email |
| Website | Straight Talk's Website |
| Wikipedia | Straight Talk's Wikipedia |
| Straight Talk's Facebook | |
| Straight Talk's Twitter |
