Last updated: May 2026
Looking to save on monthly cell phone service? This page highlights current cheap phone plan offers; for our complete rankings and reviews of budget plans under $30/mo, see our Best Cheap Phone Plans guide.
Current Cheap Plans at a Glance
| Plan | Monthly cost | Network |
|---|---|---|
| Mint Mobile 5GB | $15/mo (12-month plan; renews at $15/mo) | T-Mobile |
| US Mobile Unlimited Flex | $17.50/mo annual ($210/year) | Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T (multi-network) |
| Visible Base (with SWITCH26) | $19/mo for 26 months | Verizon |
| Mint Mobile Unlimited | $15/mo first year (12-month bulk: $180 upfront) | T-Mobile |
| US Mobile Unlimited Starter (first-year promo) | $16.60/mo first year ($199 annual) | Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T |
| Cricket 12-Month Unlimited | $25/mo all-in ($300 prepaid annual) | AT&T |
All offers verified as of May 2026. Promotions rotate — verify current pricing directly before signing up.
What “Cheap” Actually Means
The cheapest credible plans in the U.S. wireless market combine three things:
- All-in pricing (no surprise taxes or fees)
- Real network access (Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T towers)
- Genuine unlimited or sufficient data (5GB+ for light users, unlimited for moderate users)
Plans that meet all three at under $25/mo represent meaningful savings versus typical postpaid pricing ($60-90/mo).
Read More
For our complete cheap phone plan rankings, methodology, and detailed reviews:
→ See Best Cheap Phone Plans →
For specific budget-tier plan reviews:
- Mint Mobile 5GB Review
- US Mobile Unlimited Flex Review
- Visible Base Plan Review
- Mint Mobile Unlimited Review
- US Mobile Unlimited Starter Review
- Cricket 12-Month Unlimited Review
Related Reading
- Best Prepaid Phone Plans — no-contract plans with all-in pricing
- Best Single-Line Phone Plans — solo user picks across price points
- BYOD Deals — bring your own device for added savings