Verizon vs. AT&T cellphone carrier review

Verizon vs. AT&T cellphone plans

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AT&T and Verizon are two of the “big three” mobile carriers in the country, both offering extensive 5G coverage with their plans. We break down each carrier’s plans, perks and coverage so you can choose the right mobile plan for your needs.

Verizon review

Verizon mobile phone plans start at $65/mo. for one line. Its three plans, Unlimited Welcome, Unlimited Plus and Unlimited Ultra, are customizable and offer solid promotional perks. Verizon also offers discounts if you bundle a mobile plan with Verizon 5G Home Internet. 

Verizon plans and pricing

*Plus taxes and fees. Auto Pay & Paper-free billing: When you use Auto Pay and paper-free billing to pay your bill, you can get a $10/month discount. Last updated 03/04/24.

AT&T review

AT&T offers new customers up to $250 in bill credits if they activate their current phone on any of its unlimited plans and waives the activation fees when they switch to AT&T. You can also save money by bundling your AT&T internet with your mobile plan.

AT&T plans and pricing

*w/AutoPay discount using eligible payment method. Plus tax and fees. 03/04/24.

AT&T vs. Verizon coverage

Verizon and AT&T are top mobile carriers in the U.S., but their 4G and 5G coverage differs slightly. Verizon’s 4G LTE coverage area is the best in the country. AT&T’s 5G coverage continues to expand beyond the East Coast. Verizon also has its 5G Ultra Wideband network, offering faster 5G speeds than the normal 5G network.

Verizon phone coverage

AT&T coverage

Verizon vs. AT&T bundle deals

Verizon and AT&T offer discounts if you bundle a mobile plan with their 5G home internet plans.

If you buy a Verizon unlimited data plan, you can get Verizon 5G Home Internet for $25/mo.

New AT&T customers can get AT&T Fiber, where available, for $35/mo. when adding an eligible AT&T wireless plan. Existing mobile customers can add AT&T Fiber starting at $35/mo. If you’re an existing AT&T Fiber customer and add an AT&T Wireless plan, you can save $20/mo. on your internet plan.

Which provider offers the cheaper phone plans?

Pricing is very similar with both carriers. Verizon’s plans run $30 to $90 monthly per line, up to 4 lines, with unlimited data. AT&T’s pricing runs $30 to $85/mo. per line, with data from 4 GB to unlimited.

Is AT&T or Verizon the better carrier?

If coverage and high speeds are your top priority, Verizon wins due to its 5G Ultra Wideband Network and extensive 4G LTE coverage area. Both carriers offer perks with their plans and discounts on their 5G internet services, which really comes down to your specific needs.