> At a Glance
> – US Mobile Unlimited Flex leads at $17.50/mo with 10 GB high-speed data
> – Visible drops to $19/mo with promo code SWITCH26 on Verizon 5G
> – Google Fi Unlimited Standard covers four lines for $100 total
> – Why it matters: Skip big-carrier contracts and save up to $500/year while keeping unlimited talk, text, and data
Prepaid phone plans now match postpaid perks at a fraction of the cost. We compared eight top options-single-line, family, and perk-heavy-to find the best values running on Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile towers.
Top Single-Line Unlimited Winners
**US Mobile Unlimited Flex rides all three networks (Warp = Verizon, Dark Star = AT&T, Light Speed = T-Mobile). Pay $210 up front for a year and lock in $17.50/mo; monthly is $25. You get 10 GB high-speed data, then unlimited 1 Mbps, plus 5 GB hotspot and two free network swaps.
Visible by Verizon keeps things simpler: one plan, Verizon 5G only. Use code SWITCH26 as a new customer and stay 26 consecutive months to pay $19/mo. After that it reverts to $25/mo. Unlimited data, talk, text, and hotspot at 5 Mbps; no Ultra Wideband access.
| Plan | Monthly Cost | High-Speed Data | Hotspot | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Mobile Flex | $17.50* | 10 GB | 5 GB | 3 carriers |
| Visible | $19† | Unlimited | 5 Mbps | Verizon only |
| Mint 15 GB | $20*** | 15 GB | 10 GB‡ | T-Mobile |
*Annual prepay †with promo code ‡draws from monthly bucket
Best Family and Perk Deals
Google Fi Unlimited Standard gives four lines 50 GB high-speed + 25 GB hotspot each for $100/mo plus taxes. After 50 GB, speeds drop to 256 kbps unless you buy $10/GB top-ups. Calls to Mexico and Canada included.
Metro by T-Mobile‘s $60/mo single-line plan bundles Amazon Prime ($180/yr value) and 100 GB Google One. Four lines cost $140 with the fourth free. Unlimited 5G, 25 GB hotspot, and a 5-year price lock.
Total Wireless 5G Plus Unlimited matches Metro’s $60/mo single price but drops to $120 for four lines. Perks: Disney Plus Premium ($240/yr), unlimited hotspot at 5 Mbps, 10 GB roaming in Canada/Mexico, and a 5-year rate freeze.
Ultra-Budget and Light-Data Options
US Mobile Light Plan costs $8/mo when you prepay $96 for a year. Receive 2 GB high-speed data and unlimited talk/text; $2/GB top-ups available. Same triple-network flexibility as the Flex plan.
TextNow Essential Data is nearly free: $5 SIM fee, then $0/mo. Talk and text run through the ad-supported TextNow app over T-Mobile towers. Only 350 MB of data is included; day passes start at $3 for 2 GB.
Key Takeaways
- US Mobile Flex offers the lowest cost for moderate data users who can pay annually.
- Visible undercuts big carriers on unlimited data with simple Verizon coverage.
- Google Fi shines for families needing 50 GB per line without contracts.
- Metro and Total Wireless bundle streaming perks that offset higher monthly fees.
Pick the plan that matches your coverage, data appetite, and wallet-then pocket the savings.
