Top up data any time for $2/GB US Mobile
$2 /month
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
Compare Mobile SIM Plans in United States
Live offers across tracked providers in United States — updated daily from the Giraffy database.
Live offers
71 live offers compared from 18 providers, from $2 /month. Updated daily.
Pay for what you need US Mobile
$8 /month
- Data: 2 GB
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
By the Gig US Mobile
$8 /month
- Data: 2 GB
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
First line included US Mobile
$8 /month
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
{{refill-promo-pill}} Straight Talk
$10 /month
- Data: 10 GB
- Minutes: 300 mins
- Provider: Straight Talk
Tello Economy 5GB Tello Mobile
$10 $
5GB data on T-Mobile's network. Build your own plan with Tello.
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: 5GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited calls
- 5G Included: Yes (select areas)
- Hotspot: No hotspot
- International Calling: No
US Mobile Starter 2GB US Mobile
$10 $
2GB data on T-Mobile's network. Custom plans for light users.
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: 2GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes (select areas)
- Hotspot: No hotspot
- International Calling: No
Ting Flex Plan Ting Mobile
$10 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: 1GB
- Network: T-Mobile 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 1GB
- International Calling: No
Tello Economy 5GB Tello Mobile
$14 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: 5GB
- Network: T-Mobile 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 5GB
- International Calling: No
5 GB US Mobile
$15 /month
- Data: 5 GB
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
US Mobile Plan US Mobile
$17 /month
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
10 GB US Mobile US Mobile
$17.50 /month
- Data: 10 GB
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
Mint Mobile 15GB Mint Mobile
$20 $
15GB high-speed data on T-Mobile's 5G network. Best value for moderate users.
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: 15GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 5GB hotspot
- International Calling: No
TracFone 10GB Smartphone Plan TracFone Wireless
$20 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: 10GB
- Network: Verizon/AT&T 4G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: No
- Hotspot: 5GB
- International Calling: No
H2O Wireless 10GB H2O Wireless
$20 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: 10GB
- Network: AT&T 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: No
- Hotspot: 5GB
- International Calling: International
Mint Mobile 15GB Mint Mobile
$20 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: 15GB
- Network: T-Mobile 5G
- Contract: 3-month prepay
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 5GB
- International Calling: No
10 GB US Mobile
$20 /month
- Data: 10 GB
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
US Mobile Ultra Unlimited (T-Mobile) US Mobile
$25 $
Unlimited data on T-Mobile's extended 5G network with 50GB premium data.
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited (50GB premium)
- Network: T-Mobile
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 30GB hotspot
- International Calling: No
Boost Mobile Unlimited Boost Mobile
$25 $
Unlimited data on T-Mobile's 5G network. $25/mo with AutoPay.
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited (30GB premium)
- Network: T-Mobile
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 30GB hotspot
- International Calling: No
Visible Unlimited Visible
$25 $
Unlimited data and hotspot on Verizon's 5G network. One flat monthly price.
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: Verizon
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: Unlimited (shared speed)
- International Calling: No
Simple Mobile Unlimited Simple Mobile
$25 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: T-Mobile 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 10GB
- International Calling: No
Visible Base Plan Visible
$25 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: Verizon 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: Unlimited
- International Calling: No
Ultra Mobile Unlimited Ultra Mobile
$29 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: T-Mobile 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 15GB
- International Calling: International
Sensible™ 10GB Cricket Wireless
$30 /month
- Data: 10 GB
- Network: AT&T (MVNO)
- Provider: Cricket Wireless
US Mobile Ultra Unlimited (Verizon) US Mobile
$30 $
Unlimited data on Verizon's 5G nationwide network with 35GB premium data.
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited (35GB premium)
- Network: Verizon
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 30GB hotspot
- International Calling: No
Mint Mobile Unlimited Plan Mint Mobile
$30 $
Unlimited data on T-Mobile's 5G network starting at $30/mo.
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited (40GB premium)
- Network: T-Mobile
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 10GB hotspot
- International Calling: No
Red Pocket Monthly Unlimited Red Pocket Mobile
$30 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: AT&T/Verizon/T-Mobile
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 10GB
- International Calling: No
Mint Mobile Unlimited Mint Mobile
$30 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: T-Mobile 5G
- Contract: 3-month prepay
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 10GB
- International Calling: No
Unlimited data, talk & text US Mobile
$32.50 /month
- Data: 20 GB
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
20 GB US Mobile US Mobile
$32.50 /month
- Data: 20 GB
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
Bronze 10 GB Straight Talk
$35 /month
- Data: 10 GB
- Provider: Straight Talk
Monthly Phone Plans Cricket Wireless
$35 /month
- Data: 445 MB
- Network: AT&T (MVNO)
- Provider: Cricket Wireless
Select Unlimited™ Cricket Wireless
$35 /month
- Data: 445 MB
- Network: AT&T (MVNO)
- Provider: Cricket Wireless
Consumer Cellular Unlimited Consumer Cellular
$35 $
Unlimited talk text and data. No contracts. Popular with seniors.
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: AT&T / T-Mobile
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes (select areas)
- Hotspot: 15GB hotspot
- International Calling: No
US Mobile SuperLTE Unlimited US Mobile
$35 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 35GB
- International Calling: No
Experience Beyond T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 30 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Visible+ Pro Visible
$35 /month
- Network: Verizon (MVNO)
- Provider: Visible
Essentials Saver T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 50 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Experience More w/ First Responder Savings T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 60 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Experience Beyond w/ Military Savings T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 30 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Essentials Military T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 50 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Essentials T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 50 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Experience Beyond w/ 55+ Savings T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 30 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Experience More T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 60 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Experience Beyond w/ First Responder Savings T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 30 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Essentials First Responder T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 50 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Experience More w/ Military Savings T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 60 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Experience More w/ 55+ Savings T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 60 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Essentials Choice 55 T-Mobile
$35 /month
- Data: 50 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
Broadband Facts Cricket Wireless
$40 /month
- Data: 445 MB
- Network: AT&T (MVNO)
- Provider: Cricket Wireless
Smart Unlimited™ Cricket Wireless
$45 /month
- Data: 15 GB
- Network: AT&T (MVNO)
- Provider: Cricket Wireless
Straight Talk Unlimited Premier Straight Talk
$45 $
Unlimited data on Verizon's 5G network. 15GB hotspot. 30-day plan.
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited (50GB premium)
- Network: Verizon
- Contract: No contract (30-day)
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 15GB hotspot
- International Calling: No
Visible+ Plan Visible
$45 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: Verizon 5G+
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: Unlimited
- International Calling: No
Metro by T-Mobile Unlimited Metro by T-Mobile
$50 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: T-Mobile 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 15GB
- International Calling: No
5G Ultra Wide Straight Talk
$55 /month
- Data: 30 GB
- Provider: Straight Talk
Cricket Wireless Unlimited Cricket Wireless
$55 $
Unlimited data on AT&T's 5G network. 15GB hotspot included.
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited (22GB premium)
- Network: AT&T
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes (select areas)
- Hotspot: 15GB hotspot
- International Calling: No
T-Mobile Essentials T-Mobile
$60 $
Unlimited data on T-Mobile's 5G network. Entry-level plan. No annual contract.
- Plan Type: Postpaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: T-Mobile
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: No hotspot
- International Calling: Limited
T-Mobile Essentials T-Mobile
$60 /month
- Plan Type: Postpaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: T-Mobile 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 5GB
- International Calling: No
Boost Infinite Plan Boost Mobile
$60 /month
- Plan Type: Prepaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: AT&T/Dish 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 30GB
- International Calling: No
Best Value! Straight Talk
$65 /month
- Data: 500 GB
- Minutes: 300 mins
- Provider: Straight Talk
Verizon Unlimited Welcome Verizon
$65 /month
- Plan Type: Postpaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: Verizon 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 15GB
- International Calling: No
AT&T Unlimited Starter AT&T
$65 /month
- Plan Type: Postpaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: AT&T 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 15GB
- International Calling: No
AT&T Unlimited Extra AT&T
$75 $
75GB premium data on AT&T's 5G network. 15GB hotspot included.
- Plan Type: Postpaid
- Data: Unlimited (75GB premium)
- Network: AT&T
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 15GB hotspot
- International Calling: Unlimited to Mexico & Canada
Smartwatch Plans are here US Mobile
$78 /month
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
Verizon myPlan Unlimited Plus Verizon
$80 $
Premium unlimited plan on Verizon's nationwide 5G. 50GB hotspot and perks included.
- Plan Type: Postpaid
- Data: Unlimited (50GB premium)
- Network: Verizon
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 50GB hotspot
- International Calling: Limited (Mexico & Canada)
T-Mobile Go5G T-Mobile
$80 $
100GB premium data on T-Mobile's 5G. 50GB hotspot. Netflix Basic with Ads included.
- Plan Type: Postpaid
- Data: Unlimited (100GB premium)
- Network: T-Mobile
- Contract: No contract
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: 50GB hotspot
- International Calling: Unlimited (215+ countries)
AT&T Unlimited Premium AT&T
$85 /month
- Plan Type: Postpaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: AT&T 5G+
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: Unlimited
- International Calling: Yes
Verizon Unlimited Plus Verizon
$90 /month
- Plan Type: Postpaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: Verizon 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: Unlimited
- International Calling: Yes
T-Mobile Go5G Plus T-Mobile
$90 /month
- Plan Type: Postpaid
- Data: Unlimited
- Network: T-Mobile 5G
- Contract: No commitment
- Calls & SMS: Unlimited
- 5G Included: Yes
- Hotspot: Unlimited
- International Calling: Yes
Better Value T-Mobile
$155 /month
- Data: 30 GB
- Network: T-Mobile
- Provider: T-Mobile
01 mins US Mobile US Mobile
$270 /month
- Data: Unlimited
- Minutes: 01 mins
- Network: Verizon/T-Mobile (MVNO)
- Provider: US Mobile
What are Mobile SIMs in the US?
A mobile SIM plan provides cellular service—talk, text and data—on your phone in the United States. The market divides between the three major carriers that own the networks and a large field of mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) and prepaid brands that lease capacity from them at lower prices. Most plans are unlimited-data prepaid or postpaid, and eSIM support means many phones can activate service digitally without a physical card.
How the US market works
Three national carriers—Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T—own the wireless networks, offering premium unlimited plans with perks, priority data and the newest devices. MVNOs and their prepaid brands run on those same networks but cost far less, sometimes trading away perks or getting lower data priority during congestion. Prepaid plans have no contract or credit check, while postpaid plans bill monthly and often bundle phone financing. Coverage depends on which carrier's network the plan uses, so matching network to your area matters.
Benefits
MVNO savings — Budget brands run on the big networks for a fraction of carrier prices.
No-contract prepaid — Prepaid plans need no credit check or long-term commitment and can be canceled anytime.
Unlimited data — Most plans now include unlimited talk, text and data with high-speed allotments.
eSIM convenience — Many carriers activate service digitally, letting you switch or add a line in minutes.
How to choose
Start with coverage: check which network—Verizon, T-Mobile or AT&T—works best where you live and travel, then pick a plan on that network. Decide if you need carrier perks like premium data priority, hotspot, streaming bundles or the latest financed phone, or whether a cheaper MVNO meets your needs. Compare the high-speed data allotment, hotspot data, and whether the price is a promotional teaser. Prepaid suits those wanting flexibility and no credit check; postpaid suits perk-seekers financing a device.
Leading providers in the US
Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T are the three network-owning carriers with premium unlimited plans and nationwide coverage. Among value brands, Mint Mobile (on T-Mobile) is known for cheap multi-month prepaid plans, Visible (owned by Verizon) offers simple unlimited plans on Verizon's network, and US Mobile lets customers pick among major networks. Cricket Wireless (AT&T) and Straight Talk (multi-network) are widely available prepaid brands offering low-cost unlimited options.
What it costs
Monthly plans generally range from about 0 to $90. Budget MVNOs and multi-month prepaid deals sit at the low end, often 5–$30 a month for unlimited data, while premium carrier unlimited plans with perks run $60–$90 per line, dropping with multi-line family discounts. Prepaid plans avoid taxes-on-top surprises by including them in some cases, and buying several months upfront often unlocks the lowest per-month rates.
Protections and regulation
Wireless carriers are regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which oversees spectrum, requires broadband and mobile transparency labels disclosing plan terms and fees, and mandates number portability so you can keep your number when switching. The FCC and FTC address billing and advertising practices, and consumers can file complaints with the FCC. Rules also cover emergency 911 access and, increasingly, protection against unwanted robocalls.
Common questions
Are MVNOs as good as the big carriers? They use the same networks but may get lower data priority during congestion, so heavy users in busy areas may notice a difference. Can I keep my number? Yes—federal rules guarantee number portability when you switch. Prepaid or postpaid? Prepaid means no credit check and full flexibility; postpaid bundles perks and phone financing.
The cheapest Mobile SIM Plans in United States is $2 /month from US Mobile.
Mobile SIM Plans in United States — FAQ
What is the cheapest SIM-only deal in United States right now?
Giraffy tracks 5 live SIM plans across US Mobile,Straight Talk networks in United States. The lowest tracked price is $2 /month. Sort by lowest price to see the cheapest options for your data needs.
Which network has the best coverage in United States?
Coverage quality varies by area and carrier. Check each network's official coverage map before switching — indoor coverage, rural reach, and 5G availability differ significantly between operators in United States.
What is eSIM and do I need a physical SIM card?
An eSIM is a digital SIM embedded in your device — you activate a plan without swapping a physical card. Most flagship and mid-range phones released after 2020 support eSIM. Check your device settings or ask the carrier to confirm compatibility before you switch.
Is 5G worth it on a SIM-only plan?
5G delivers significantly faster download speeds and lower latency than 4G — typically 100–500 Mbps versus 20–50 Mbps. It's worth it if your handset is 5G-capable and you're in a coverage area. Most 5G plans are now priced similarly to 4G equivalents.
Can I keep my phone number when switching networks?
Yes. In most markets you can port your number to a new network within one working day by requesting a PAC or porting code from your current provider. The switch happens automatically once you activate the new SIM.
What is the difference between prepaid and pay-monthly SIM plans?
Prepaid (pay-as-you-go) plans require no contract — you top up credit and use what you pay for. Pay-monthly plans bill you at the end of each month and typically offer more data for the same price, but require a credit check and a rolling or fixed-term commitment.
Do I need to unlock my phone before switching networks?
If your handset was purchased directly from a carrier, it may be network-locked and need unlocking before accepting a different SIM. Phones bought from manufacturers or retailers are usually unlocked. Contact your current carrier to check — unlocking is often free or available for a small fee.