Ryan Haines / Android Authority
Over the last few years, I’ve tried well over a dozen phone service providers across a variety of different price points. While I regularly recommend a few carriers above the rest, what if you’re simply looking for the cheapest service you can get without sacrificing too much in terms of quality and features? The good news is that there are plenty of options out there.
Below, I’ll focus on just five carriers that I feel offer a solid mix of pricing, reputation, and features. These aren’t necessarily the absolute cheapest carriers, but they are the cheapest I’d actually recommend if you still want service that comes close to the big guys.
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US Mobile
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority
US Mobile is easily one of my top recommendations if you’re looking for affordable phone service without massive compromises. There’s a lot to like about this carrier, including aggressive pricing, wide network support, and much more.
Here are just a few of the biggest highlights: Plans start as low as $8 a month for 2GB, with unlimited options as low as $25 a month—or even less for those willing to pay for a year upfront.
Taxes and fees are included in the advertised pricing.
Ability to use all three major networks (T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T), with options that let you run two networks on a single device.
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