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Lively Premium Data

Poor value over Preferred

$49.99per month for one lineView current offer
Monthly price
$49.99 per month for one line
Phone data
1GB
Network
Verizon
Video quality
720p
Taxes and fees
May be added
Contract
No contract
Last verified
August 16, 2026

Our Opinion

Older adults should consider this plan only after confirming that it provides a benefit they cannot obtain from Lively Preferred Data. For $49.99 per month before taxes, it lists unlimited talk and text, 1GB of data, Urgent Response, Lively Link, Nurse On-Call, and a Care Advocate.

The recorded package includes unlimited talk & text, 1GB data (add-ons available), urgent Response, lively Link app, and 3 more listed features.

Its listed features match the $10-cheaper Preferred Data plan, leaving no clear catalog-based justification for the surcharge. Compare the carrier's current checkout terms and test local coverage before transferring every line.

Bottom line: this can save real money for a disciplined light user, but it leaves little room for surprise data use.

What is included

  • Unlimited talk & text
  • 1GB data (add-ons available)
  • Urgent Response
  • Lively Link app
  • Nurse On-Call
  • Care Advocate
  • Same listed features as Preferred — $10/mo more

Perks and discounts

  • Unlimited talk & text
  • 1GB data
  • Ask Lively (24/7)
  • Urgent Response
  • Lively Link app
  • Nurse On-Call
  • Care Advocate
  • senior

Verification

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