Basic phone plans in July
Best cheap AT&T basic plan
Unlimitedmins
Unlimitedtexts
0GB
4G/5G data
$10/mo
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Best cheap Verizon basic plan
Unlimitedmins
Unlimitedtexts
0GB
4G/5G data
$8/mo
Powered by: Verizon & T-Mobile
Best cheap T-Mobile basic plan
Compare basic cell phone plans
Carrier | Network | Minutes | Texts | Data | Price |
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Tello | T-Mobile | Unltd | Unltd | 0GB | $8 |
US Mobile | Verizon & T-Mobile | Unltd | Unltd | 0GB | $8* Free 10 Day Trial |
Good2Go Mobile | AT&T & T-Mobile | Unltd | Unltd | 0GB | $10 |
Basic phone plans FAQs
What is the best basic cell phone plan?
The best plan is personal to your needs, but you'll find the best value with MVNOs like Twigby and Tello. MVNOs provide cheaper monthly costs while running on the same networks as Verizon, AT&T or T-Mobile.
What is the cheapest phone plan for one person?
A basic plan from a low cost carrier like Tello provides the cheapest option for one person. MVNOs have plans starting from $8.
What is the best and cheapest unlimited cell phone plan?
Most low-cost carriers offer unlimited talk and text with prices starting from $8. If you're looking for unlimited data, prices start from around $30.