I’m looking for a cheap plan for two unlocked phones that I already have. I’d like a plan that has 5-10 gigs per line, works with T-Mobile or Verizon, and available in Ohio.

Once upon a time, there was a lovely website that would easily and clearly compare cell phone plans from any provider who had service in a given area. It has since been filled with ads, featured partners and compares only introductory rates.

Is there another site that compiles and compares real world information on data plans and stuff? Do I have to just poke around on multiple different websites and compile information myself?

  • applepie@kbin.social
    21·
    2 months ago

    Using home WiFi reduces data consumption but yeah months with overages this can be annoying.

    • huginn@feddit.it
      4·
      2 months ago

      That’s not what I’m talking about: even with full data at the start of the month you only get access to T-Mobile towers if there’s excess capacity.

      During rush hour in the subway there is no excess capacity so you don’t get to connect. 0 gigs used or Max doesn’t matter: no connection if you’re not t-mobile.

      This is also true of t-mobile essentials plan users: they’re deprioritized like mvno.

      Most places this isn’t a big deal but cities you’ll definitely notice.

        • huginn@feddit.it
          2·
          2 months ago

          If you’re in suburban Ohio you’ll probably be good and you’ll have major savings.

          If you’re in an urban environment it really depends on how overbuilt the network is.

      • Benjamin@lemmings.worldEnglish
        2·
        2 months ago

        MetroPCS in southern US has same “issues”, running on T-Mobile. 🤦‍♂️ I’ve bounced between the two services enough times to understand the difference.

        Spring Break here… Only T-Mobile customers get usable and consistent data.