Straight Talk has used several networks over its history, which is why the question keeps getting asked. Today the answer is straightforward: Verizon owns the brand and Straight Talk plans run on Verizon's 5G and 4G LTE network.
The short answer
Yes. Verizon acquired Straight Talk's parent business, and current Straight Talk plans run on Verizon's network — including 5G Ultra Wideband on the Gold and Platinum Unlimited tiers. Coverage is Verizon coverage.
What each tier gets on the network
- Bronze 10GB ($35/mo) — Verizon 5G and 4G LTE, no Ultra Wideband. 10GB then effectively unusable until reset.
- Silver Unlimited ($45/mo) — Verizon 5G and 4G LTE, no Ultra Wideband.
- Gold Unlimited ($55/mo) — adds 5G Ultra Wideband, typically 195–634 Mbps where available, plus a 15GB hotspot.
- Platinum Unlimited ($65/mo) — Ultra Wideband, 20GB hotspot, Walmart+ and 100GB cloud storage.
Other Verizon-network brands
Straight Talk isn't alone on Verizon's towers. Total Wireless, Visible, Tracfone, and Xfinity Mobile are all Verizon-network, as are MVNOs like US Mobile (on its Verizon option) and Twigby. Same coverage, different prices and priority levels — which is why it's worth comparing rather than assuming.
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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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