Best plan on the T-Mobile network

Mint, Metro, Tello, Ting, Lycamobile, and Google Fi all run on T-Mobile. The MNO's 5g-mid-band">mid-band 5G is increasingly the differentiator.

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Who is the Best plan on the T-Mobile network pick for?

T-Mobile 5g-mid-band">mid-band 5G is the fastest in many cities. MVNOs on T-Mobile let you ride that network for less.

What features matter most for T-Mobile-network customers?

See the picks above for the specific features that matter for T-Mobile-network customers. Common factors include data allotment, hotspot allowance, deprioritization behavior at congested towers, international roaming, and total cost of ownership including taxes and fees.

What network is best for T-Mobile-network customers?

It depends on which underlying network has the strongest coverage at your address. Use the finder above with your ZIP, or check our coverage maps for Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T side-by-side. The best plan for T-Mobile-network customers only matters if the underlying network actually delivers signal where you are.

Should T-Mobile-network customers use a postpaid or prepaid plan?

Most T-Mobile-network customers do well on prepaid MVNO plans — they are cheaper and don't require credit checks or contracts. Postpaid is worth the premium if you spend lots of time at packed venues (where MVNO traffic gets deprioritized), need premium international roaming, or want bundled perks like Apple One or Disney+.

How do I switch to one of these plans?

Sign up at the carrier with "transfer my existing number," provide your old carrier's account number, port-out PIN, and billing ZIP. Most ports complete in 15 minutes to 4 hours. Don't cancel your old service first — the port-out usually closes the old line automatically. See our switching guide for the full walkthrough.