UNLIMITED DATA PLAN COMPARISON
Compare Unlimited Cell Phone Data Plans
Take your time to compare as not all unlimited data plans are the same. Importantly, restrictions may apply to your unlimited data, so look for the 'full speed amount' included. Sprint and T-Mobile still offer unlimited plans without 'tiering'.
- TIP: Look for how much data do you get at 'full speed'
- TIP: Some plans offer just 100MB usage at full speed
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15Phones
Available | | | | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $69.99/mthMin. total cost $1,715.76 | Go to site |
16Phones
Available | | | | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $69.99/mthMin. total cost $1,715.76 | Go to site |
15Phones
Available | | | | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $69.99/mthMin. total cost $1,715.76 | Go to site |
13Phones
Available | Save $35 Waived Activation - Save $35 | 24 Months
24 Monthly Payments | Unlimited Conditions Apply | Unlimited Conditions Apply | $70/mthMin. total cost $1,680 | Go to site |
23Phones
Available | | | | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $79.99/mthMin. total cost $1,955.76 | Go to site |
15Phones
Available | | | | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $89.99/mthMin. total cost $2,195.76 | Go to site |
16Phones
Available | | | | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $89.99/mthMin. total cost $2,195.76 | Go to site |
15Phones
Available | | | | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $89.99/mthMin. total cost $2,195.76 | Go to site |
8Phones
Available | | | Unlimited Conditions Apply | Unlimited First Unlimited is at full speed | $90/mthMin. total cost $2,195 | Go to site |
15Phones
Available | | | Unlimited Conditions Apply | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $99.99/mthMin. total cost $2,399.76 | Go to site |
16Phones
Available | | | Unlimited Conditions Apply | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $99.99/mthMin. total cost $2,435.76 | Go to site |
15Phones
Available | | | Unlimited Conditions Apply | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $99.99/mthMin. total cost $2,435.76 | Go to site |
23Phones
Available | | | | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $99.99/mthMin. total cost $2,435.76 | Go to site |
23Phones
Available | | | Unlimited Conditions Apply | Unlimited Unlimited data on the Sprint network. | $109.99/mthMin. total cost $2,675.76 | Go to site |
A Guide to Unlimited Data Plans
Points to remember:
- 'Unlimited' isn't always unlimited at full speed - most plans are throttled.
- You may not be able to use all, or any, of your unlimited data to set up a mobile hotspot.
- Unless you're a legitimately heavy data user, it may not be worth the extra cost.
Unlimited plans sound great in theory – pay a set monthly amount, download and upload as much as you can and never worry that you’re going to pay more than you signed up for. Plans with unlimited data are appealing as a way to enjoy the browsing and streaming capabilities of your device, without the bill shock that’s often a consequence.
Throttling and tethering
Two of the major US carriers offer some form of unlimited data, as do several smaller carriers – but what’s essential is knowing when ‘unlimited’ doesn’t really mean unlimited at all. Consumers need to realize that an unlimited data plan doesn't mean endless high-speed downloads. Instead, most carriers determine a set amount of data that will be accessible at high-speed (this will vary between carriers and plans). Any use over this amount will be 'throttled' - that is, speeds will be significantly slowed. So while technically there is no hard cap on how much data you can use, it won't all be delivered with your carrier's top speeds. Throttled data is usually only 2G speed, so this prevents customers from enjoying streaming video or anything that requires the speedy transfer of data.
T-Mobile’s new ‘uncarrier’ plans include an unlimited 4G data option, and these plans won’t throttle your speed when you reach a certain level of usage each month. The bad news is, if you like to tether your device, it only allows users to do so with up to 500MB of that unlimited data. The good news is all its plans are month-to-month and contract free, so customers aren’t locked in (although may find it difficult to use their T-Mobile phone on rival networks, so be warned).
Sprint also gives customers an unlimited data option for individual and family plans, with no slowing of speeds after a few gigabytes of use. Sprint allows its users to tether on their unlimited data plan – but it comes at a price, and can only be used for 2GB or 6GB of data.
You’ll find that, when it comes to using your phone as a mobile hotspot, most carriers don’t love it and will either forbid it completely, or charge you extra each month for the option. If you’re looking at unlimited data purely because you like to tether, be careful about who you sign on with – you may find it much cheaper to go for a different Internet option that doesn’t involve your smartphone.
Using your phone as a hotspot
You’ll find that, when it comes to using your phone as a mobile hotspot, most carriers don’t love it and will either forbid it completely, or charge you extra each month for the option. If you’re looking at unlimited data purely because you like to tether, be careful about who you sign on with – you may find it much cheaper to go for a different Internet option that doesn’t involve your smartphone.
Another thing we need to stress – depending on where you live and if you do a lot of traveling, you need to know which carrier provides the best coverage for your area. The cheapest carrier may not be a saving at all if you can’t get a signal, or your phone’s 4G ability is wasted because you don’t have LTE service where you live. Even big networks have dead spots in their coverage, or some areas that are stronger than others, so ask around to find out how well your intended carrier’s network works where you'll be using your phone.
If you truly are a heavy data user who spends a lot of time downloading apps or streaming YouTube videos, you may find an unlimited plan to be a cost efficient way of enabling your data addiction. But there are a lot of customers on unlimited plans who, realistically, don’t use nearly enough data each month to justify being on such a high tier of plan. With a little research and a better idea of how much data you’re really using (see here to give you an idea of what forwarding that email or posting that status costs you, data-wise), you can potentially save hundreds annually by downgrading yourself to a more suitable data plan.
However, for customers who genuinely do need uncapped data – bear in mind that you’ll still need to match talk and text, as well as other plan features, with your own cell phone habits. As always, compare different plans from different carriers before signing a 12 or 24 month commitment.
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