The best basic phone plans in October
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Best cheap AT&T basic plan
Unlimitedmins
Unlimitedtexts
0 GB
4G/5G data
$10/mo
Powered by: AT&T & T-Mobile
Best cheap Verizon basic plan
US Mobile unlimited talk & text planFree Starter Kit with code: MSPUSM
Unlimitedmins
Unlimitedtexts
0 GB
4G/5G data
$8/mo
Powered by: Verizon & T-Mobile
Best cheap T-Mobile basic plan
Ting unlimited talk & text plan* $5 extra per GB
Unlimitedmins
Unlimitedtexts
0 GB
4G/5G data
$10/mo*
Powered by: T-Mobile & Verizon
Compare basic cell phone plans
| Carrier | Network | Minutes | Texts | Data | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twigby | Verizon | Unltd | Unltd | 0GB | $6.50** 50% Off for 6 Months |
| Tello | T-Mobile | Unltd | Unltd | 0GB | $8 |
| US Mobile | Verizon & T-Mobile | Unltd | Unltd | 0GB | $8Free Starter Kit with code: MSPUSM |
| Ting | T-Mobile & Verizon | Unltd | Unltd | 0GB | $10** $5 extra per GB |
| 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.
Deal of the Month: Ting 0GB for $10/mo