Best cell phone plans for military and veterans
Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile all take 15-20% off for active military, veterans, and first responders, but the starting prices differ enough that the cheapest headline isn't always the cheapest after the discount. Here's how they actually rank.
1. US Mobile · Unlimited Starter
Verizon network (MVNO)
$25/mo
- Taxes and fees are included in this price
- Truly unlimited data
⚠ High-speed data is limited to 35GB; beyond that US Mobile may slow you during congestion
View on US Mobile's site →2. Verizon · Simplicity Plan
Verizon network
$42.84/mo
- Includes an estimated 15% military discount ($6.75/mo off, verify eligibility with the carrier)
- Truly unlimited data
3. Visible · Visible+
Verizon network (MVNO)
$35/mo
- Taxes and fees are included in this price
- Truly unlimited data
⚠ A budget brand that rents the Verizon network (an "MVNO"): same towers, but your data may slow down when towers get busy
View on Visible's site →4. Mint Mobile · 6GB Plan
T-Mobile network (MVNO)
$16.80/mo
- Lowest total cost of your matches at $16.80/mo
⚠ 6GB may be tight for your unlimited usage
View on Mint Mobile's site →5. Visible · Visible
Verizon network (MVNO)
$25/mo
- Taxes and fees are included in this price
- Truly unlimited data
⚠ No premium data guarantee: Visible may slow this plan any time the network is busy
View on Visible's site →
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