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Long-term pricing: where the real prices are
Buying a term rather than a month is the whole game at Lycamobile. Figures below are total cost for the period; the 30-day column is the advertised monthly rate for comparison.
Long-term prices are promotional and shown against a list price roughly three times higher: the 15GB plan lists at $348 for 12 months and sells at $120. Verify the current rate before buying, and check what it renews at.
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What you'll actually pay
Almost nobody should buy Lycamobile by the month. The 15GB plan is $29 for 30 days or $120 for a year: $10/mo. The 8GB plan is $23 monthly or $108 annually. The term discount is far larger than at Ultra Mobile, Mint or Red Pocket.
The annual curve is oddly shaped, so read the table rather than assuming more data costs more. The 8GB plan at $108/year is cheaper than the 5GB plan at $120, and the 15GB plan matches the 5GB plan exactly. Pick on the annual price, not the monthly one.
International calling is the reason to be here. Unlimited talk and text to 100 countries is on every plan, including the $15 tier — something Ultra Mobile matches at 90+ countries but most prepaid brands charge extra for.
Two gaps worth knowing. Lycamobile publishes hotspot on some tiers and not others: 8GB on the 8GB plan, 15GB on both the 15GB and Unlimited Plus plans, nothing on the rest, and the long-term prices are promotional against a list price roughly three times higher, so confirm the renewal rate before committing to a year.
Expect the term prices to move. Lycamobile runs frequent promotions that undercut the rates above. We've seen the same annual unlimited plan advertised anywhere from $180 to $240 across campaigns, and three-month deals priced below the annual equivalent. Check what today's offer actually is, then check what it renews at; the renewal is the number you'll live with.
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Frequently asked questions
What network does Lycamobile use?+
T-Mobile's 5G and 4G LTE network in the United States. As an MVNO, data may be slower than T-Mobile's own customers see when the network is congested.
How much is Lycamobile per month?+
30-day plans run from $15 for 1GB to $59 for Unlimited Pro. But the long-term prices are far lower: 12 months of the 8GB plan is $108, or $9/mo, and 12 months of Unlimited Plus is $204, or $17/mo.
Which Lycamobile plan is the best value?+
The 8GB plan on a 12-month term at $108: $9/mo. It's cheaper annually than the 5GB plan and includes unlimited international calling to 100 countries plus a $5 roaming credit. For unlimited data, Unlimited Plus at $204 a year is the pick.
Does Lycamobile include international calling?+
Yes, on every plan: unlimited talk and text to 100 countries, including the cheapest $15 tier. Several plans also include a $5 international roaming credit for use while traveling.
Are Lycamobile's long-term plans worth it?+
Substantially. The 15GB plan costs $348 for a year at the 30-day rate and sells for $120: a 66% difference. The savings are larger than at Ultra Mobile or Red Pocket. The caveat is that these are promotional prices, so check the renewal rate before committing.
Does Lycamobile have a family plan?+
Yes: a $49 Family Plan with 40GB at 5G speed and unlimited talk, text and data, sold in 30-day periods with no term discount. Every line expires with the main line whenever it was added, and only the main line can renew. Lycamobile also supports group porting for multiple lines; you arrange it by calling customer service on 1-866-277-3221.
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