Mint Mobile vs Cricket
Pick by network coverage at your address. Mint locks you in for 3+ months at a discount; Cricket bills monthly with no commitment.
| Cricket Wireless | Mint Mobile | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | MVNO | MVNO |
| Network | AT&T | T-Mobile |
| Plans on file | 2 | 4 |
| Cheapest | $40.00 | $15.00 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Cricket Wireless and Mint Mobile use the same network?
No — Cricket Wireless rides the AT&T network and Mint Mobile rides the T-Mobile network. Coverage at any specific address depends on which network has stronger signal there. Use our coverage maps to compare side by side.
- Which is cheaper, Cricket Wireless or Mint Mobile?
The cheapest Cricket Wireless plan we have on file is $40.00/month; the cheapest Mint Mobile plan is $15.00/month. By starting price, Mint Mobile is cheaper. Compare the actual plans side by side above for data, hotspot, and feature differences — the cheapest plan isn't always the best value.
- Is Cricket Wireless better than Mint Mobile?
It depends on your usage. Cricket Wireless and Mint Mobile have different price points, plan structures, and underlying networks. Use the comparison table above to evaluate plans head-to-head, or enter your ZIP in the finder to see which network has stronger coverage at your specific address.
- Can I switch from Cricket Wireless to Mint Mobile and keep my number?
Yes. Number portability is required by FCC rules. Get a port-out PIN from Cricket Wireless, sign up at Mint Mobile with "transfer my existing number," and provide your account number, port PIN, and billing ZIP. Most ports complete in 15 minutes to 4 hours. See our switching guide for the full walkthrough.
- Whose coverage is better, Cricket Wireless or Mint Mobile?
Coverage between Cricket Wireless (AT&T network) and Mint Mobile (T-Mobile network) depends entirely on where you are. Verizon is historically strongest in older brick housing and rural reach; T-Mobile leads in 5g-mid-band">mid-band 5G speed in urban areas; AT&T is competitive throughout. Enter your ZIP in our coverage maps to compare directly at your address.