Verizon vs Cricket Wireless

A side-by-side comparison of two popular US carriers — pricing, features, network, and plans.

Quick Comparison

VerizonCricket Wireless
TypeMNOMVNO
NetworkVerizonAT&T
Number of Plans34
Cheapest Plan$65/mo$30/mo
eSIMYesYes
5GYesYes
HotspotYesYes

Verizon Plans

America's most reliable network with extensive 5G Ultra Wideband.

PlanPriceDataMinutesFeatures
Verizon Unlimited Welcome $65/mo Unlimited Unlimited 5G eSIM Family View
Verizon Unlimited Plus Most Popular $80/mo Unlimited Unlimited 5G eSIM Hotspot Family View
Verizon Unlimited Ultimate $90/mo Unlimited Unlimited 5G eSIM Hotspot Family View

Cricket Wireless Plans

Prepaid wireless on AT&T's network with simple, affordable plans.

PlanPriceDataMinutesFeatures
Cricket Sensible 10GB $30/mo 10GB Unlimited 5G eSIM Hotspot Taxes Incl. View
Cricket Select Unlimited $35/mo Unlimited Unlimited 5G eSIM Hotspot Taxes Incl. View
Cricket Smart Unlimited $45/mo Unlimited Unlimited 5G eSIM Hotspot Taxes Incl. View
Cricket Supreme Unlimited Best Value $55/mo Unlimited Unlimited 5G eSIM Hotspot Streaming Taxes Incl. View

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The Verdict

Verizon offers 3 plans with its cheapest option at $65/month. As a network operator, it offers first-party coverage.

Cricket Wireless wins on price starting at $30/month. It runs on the AT&T network.

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