A current side-by-side comparison using the same verified plan catalog and editorial opinions as our main plan listings.
Reviewed
Cricket is the more practical choice for hotspot-heavy use because Supreme Unlimited includes 50GB of hotspot for $55, while Metro's $60 plan includes 25GB but adds Amazon Prime and Google One. Metro has the lowest promotional price at an effective $20 per month, but that offer requires $120 upfront, a new bring-your-own-phone line, and provides no hotspot; choose between them first by AT&T-versus-T-Mobile coverage, then by whether hotspot or bundled perks matter more.
| Plan | Price | High-speed data | Hotspot | Network | Billing | Taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cricket Wireless 12-Month Unlimited | $25 | Unlimited | None listed | AT&T | 12 months upfront | Extra |
| Cricket Wireless Supreme Unlimited | $55 | Unlimited | 50GB | AT&T | Monthly | Included |
| Metro by T-Mobile 6-Month Unlimited Plan | $20 | Unlimited | None listed | T-Mobile | 6 months upfront | Included |
| Metro by T-Mobile $60 with AutoPay (Best Value) | $60 | Unlimited | 25GB | T-Mobile | Monthly | Included |
Current plan
Its $300 upfront payment provides 12 months of unlimited talk, text, and data at a $25 monthly equivalent.
The offer is restricted to new single-line bring-your-own-device customers, excludes taxes, and locks in the full annual cost upfront.
Current plan
The $55 monthly AutoPay price includes taxes, unlimited data, 50GB of hotspot use, Mexico and Canada service, international texting, HBO Max Basic with Ads, and 150GB of cloud storage.
The first month costs $60, video is limited to 480p, and the price approaches stronger premium alternatives.
Current plan
Its clearest value is unlimited 5G service for $120 upfront, equivalent to $20 per month during the six-month term.
The promotional term lasts only six months, prepaid fees are nonrefundable, and no ongoing renewal price is stated.
Current plan
Its clearest value is unlimited premium 5G data with 25GB of hotspot use, Amazon Prime, Google One, HD video, and international texting.
The $60 rate requires AutoPay and costs considerably more than lower-priced unlimited alternatives in the catalog.
Start with coverage where you use your phone most, then compare the complete bill, high-speed data, hotspot limits, prepayment, taxes, eligibility, and support. SaveOnPhone lists the full market, and payment never determines our recommendations.
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