Top Networks
The best carrier starts with the right network. Compare AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile before choosing an MVNO.
Compare top networks →Wireless carrier guide
Wireless Carriers
Compare major carriers and MVNOs. See which network they use, how many good monthly phone plans we track, and open each carrier page for plan details and user ratings.
26+Total carriers shown
66+Good plans in our system
3Tier 1 networks covered
21+MVNO / prepaid brands
Carrier Directory
Browse carriers, network owners, prepaid brands, and MVNOs to find the right fit.
| Carrier Logo | Carrier Name | Brief Summary | Good Plans in Our System | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Consumer CellularMVNOUses: AT&T | Consumer Cellular offers no-contract phone plans aimed at value-focused and senior customers, with service using major U.S. networks. | 5plans | View CarrierView PlansRate |
 | Cricket WirelessCarrier-Owned PrepaidUses: AT&T | Cricket Wireless is an AT&T-owned prepaid brand with no-annual-contract plans, retail support, and AT&T network coverage. | 4plans | View CarrierView PlansRate |
 | AT&TNetwork OwnerUses: AT&T | AT&T prepaid and postpaid plans should be compared with careful attention to AutoPay, annual prepay, hotspot, taxes, and fees. | 3plans | View CarrierView PlansRate |
 | Boost MobileMVNOUses: DISH / AT&T / T-Mobile hybrid | Boost Mobile is a prepaid carrier with flexible phone plans, 5G service, and network access that can vary by market and plan. | 3plans | View CarrierView PlansRate |
 | US MobileMVNOUses: Verizon / T-Mobile / AT&T options | US Mobile is a multi-network MVNO with flexible plans, configurable data options, and service on major U.S. networks. | 3plans | View CarrierView PlansRate |
 | H2O WirelessMVNOUses: AT&T | H2O Wireless is a prepaid MVNO using the AT&T network for talk, text, and mobile data service. | 2plans | View CarrierView PlansRate |
 | Red Pocket MobileMVNOUses: AT&T / T-Mobile / Verizon | Red Pocket Mobile is a prepaid wireless provider using the AT&T / T-Mobile / Verizon network, with plan value depending on coverage, data priority, hotspot terms, and phone compatibility. | 2plans | View CarrierView PlansRate |
 | PureTalkMVNOUses: AT&T | PureTalk is a prepaid wireless provider using the AT&T network, with plan value depending on coverage, data priority, hotspot terms, and phone compatibility. | 1plan | View CarrierView PlansRate |
What’s an MVNO?
MVNOs use the big networks to offer cheaper plans. Many use the same coverage footprint, but priority and support can differ.
View MVNOs →How to choose a carrier
Coverage, price, data needs, hotspot use, phone compatibility, and customer service all matter.
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