T-Mobile vs US Mobile: US Mobile can use all three networks, but does Tmo still stand stronger?

US Mobile can use all three networks and is a great value, but T-Mobile isn't without its perks.

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Sep 24, 2024 - 22:30
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T-Mobile vs US Mobile: US Mobile can use all three networks, but does Tmo still stand stronger?
T-Mobile has quickly become a dominant force in the mobile world, though it is far from your only choice. Not only are there two other major networks, but there are also plenty of smaller carriers that run on T-Mobile’s network. Then there’s US Mobile, which stands out on its own, thanks to its new status as the so-called “super carrier.”

US Mobile is the only prepaid carrier that can switch between all three major networks. While the process isn’t necessarily instantaneous, it can be very helpful and grants the carrier a level of flexibility unseen elsewhere. So, how does US Mobile compare to T-Mobile? Good question. Let’s dive in and take a closer look at US Mobile vs T-Mobile.

PlanCostTalk & TextDataExtras
Unlimited Flex$210 for 12 months ($17.50 per month)Unlimited talk and text10GB Premium Data
5GB hotspot data
International calling within the US
Unlimited Starter$25 a month

OR

$270 for 12 months ($22.50 per month)
Unlimited talk and text35GB Premium Data10GB hotpsot data
International calling within the US
1GB international data
Unlimited Premium$44 a month

$390 for 12 months ($32.50 per month)		Unlimited talk and text100GB Premium Data50GB hotspot data
International calling and texting
10GB international data
Essentials SaverPrices per line, plus taxes and fees:

$50 for one line
$40 for two lines
$33.33 for three lines		Unlimited talk and textUnlimited 5G & 4G LTE with 50 of Premium DataUnlimited 3G hotspot
SD streaming
EssentialsPrices per line, plus taxes/fees:

$60 for one line
$45 for two lines
$30 for three lines
$26.25 for four lines
$24 for five lines

$100/month for Essentials 4 Line Offer - better deal if you sign up for all four lines at once.
Unlimited talk and textYes, but might slow down during congestion after 50GB per monthUnlimited 3G hotspot
SD streaming
Go5GPrices per line (taxes/fees included):

$75 for one line
$65 for two lines
$51.67 for three lines
$45 for four lines
$41 for five lines		Unlimited talk and textYes, but might slow down during congestion after 100GB per month10GB premium hotspot data
SD streaming
Apple TV Plus subscription
Go5G PlusPrices per line (taxes/fees included):

$90 for one line
$75 for two lines
$61.67 for three lines
$55 for four lines
$51 for five lines		Unlimited talk and textYes, but might slow down during congestion after 100GB per month50GB premium hotspot data
Up to 4K UHD streaming
Apple TV Plus subscription
Netflix Standard with Ads
Go5G NextPrices per line (taxes/fees included):

$100 for one line
$85 for two lines
$71.67 for three lines
$65 for four lines
$61 for five lines		Unlimited talk and textUnlimited Premium 5G & 4G LTE
50GB premium hotspot data
Up to 4K UHD streaming
Apple TV Plus subscription
Netflix Standard with Ads

T-Mobile vs US Mobile: Pricing and value

  • Winner: US Mobile

T-Mobile has a reputation for offering better pricing than the other two major US carriers, though it’s dropped the ball a bit recently as its pricing has increased significantly in recent years. The cheapest T-Mobile plan starts at $50 for one line and offers a relatively barebones experience with no perks and even lower priority than some of its more expensive plans. There are ways to get T-Mobile’s service even cheaper, as five lines on its Essential plan will run you as low as $24 per line, but keep in mind that this doesn’t include taxes and fees.