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Can You Still Use an Old Verizon Jetpack or MiFi in 2026?

Maybe, a Verizon Jetpack may still work in 2026, depending on the version and carrier. What works, what doesn't, and what to check.

Founder & Lead Analyst, ShopCellPlans

Published October 6, 2026

Updated October 6, 2026

It depends: 3G Jetpacks are dead, but 4G LTE models still work on Verizon.

Key takeaways

3G Jetpacks are dead, but 4G LTE models still work on Verizon.

Software: Varies.

Check the IMEI before switching carriers.

The quick answer

3G MiFi: no
4G LTE Jetpacks: yes
Older models are slower and have weaker batteries
A data-only plan or a hotspot add-on is needed

How it works now

Hotspots only carry data, so VoLTE doesn't matter. Models such as the 4620L, 6620L, 7730L and 8800L use 4G LTE and still connect. 3G MiFis like the 2200 stopped working when Verizon shut down CDMA in 2022.

How to check yours

Find the IMEI: dial *#06#, or look in the phone's settings or under the battery.
Enter it in your carrier's compatibility checker. Every major carrier and most prepaid brands have one.
If it isn't supported, it's usually missing approval for VoLTE (calls over 4G), which every US phone now needs.

Who it still works for

An LTE Jetpack still works as a backup hotspot. For daily use, a 5G hotspot is much faster.

If you're replacing it

A new moto g 2026 or Galaxy A17 costs little, gets years of updates, and several carriers give them away when you switch. Pair it with a low-cost plan such as Mint Mobile ($15 a month for 6GB on a 12-month term) or Visible ($25 for unlimited, taxes included).

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Frequently asked questions

Does a Verizon Jetpack still work in 2026? +

It depends: 3G Jetpacks are dead, but 4G LTE models still work on Verizon. Hotspots only carry data, so VoLTE doesn't matter.

Can I switch carriers with a Verizon Jetpack? +

Check the IMEI with the new carrier first. Approval for VoLTE is what decides it.

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About the author

Jean Gilles has researched personal finance, consumer technology, and wireless pricing for over a decade. He founded ShopCellPlans in 2019 and writes every review on the site.

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