Best wireless plans by use case

Ranked picks generated by our recommendation engine from current plan data. For a ranking tailored to your exact ZIP and budget, take the 2-minute questionnaire.

• Best wireless plans for families (4 lines)

  Independent comparison of 4-line family plans across Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and top MVNOs, ranked by real per-line cost.

• Best cheap plans for light data users

  If you use less than 5GB a month, you're probably overpaying. See ranked plans from $15/mo, compared independently.

• Best plans for heavy data users and streamers

  Truly unlimited plans ranked for heavy data users: priority data, deprioritization thresholds, and real 24-month costs.

• Best plans for international travel

  Plans with international roaming and calling included, compared and ranked by an independent recommendation engine.

• Best plans for mobile hotspot use

  Ranked plans with real high-speed hotspot allowances, for working on the go or backup home internet.

• Best no-contract wireless plans

  Month-to-month plans with no annual prepay or contract requirements, ranked by value on the big three networks.