Verizon vs Straight Talk

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

Quick Comparison

VerizonStraight Talk
TypeMNOMVNO
NetworkVerizonMulti-Network
Number of Plans35
Cheapest Plan$65/mo$25/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

Straight Talk Plans

Walmart's wireless brand using AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon networks.

PlanPriceDataMinutesFeatures
Straight Talk StraightSAVINGS $25/mo 5GB Unlimited 5G eSIM Hotspot Taxes Incl. View
Straight Talk Bronze $35/mo Unlimited Unlimited 5G eSIM Hotspot Taxes Incl. View
Straight Talk Silver $45/mo Unlimited Unlimited 5G eSIM Hotspot Taxes Incl. View
Straight Talk Gold $50/mo Unlimited Unlimited 5G eSIM Hotspot Taxes Incl. View
Straight Talk Platinum Best Value $65/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.

Straight Talk wins on price starting at $25/month. It runs on the Multi-Network network.

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