Best Verizon Phone Plans in 2025

Best cheap plan using Verizon’s network 

	Visible
Price	$40 for 5 years (for new customers)
Network	Verizon deprioritized (may be slowed when network is busy)
Plan	Visible+
Talk & Text	Unlimited
Data	Unlimited, but prioritized behind customers of Verizon's own plans
Perks	Smartwatch service included (select Apple Watch and Google Pixel watches). Two days of Global Pass per month for unlimited talk, text and 2GB data daily in 140+ countries.
Our Take	Visible provides service on Verizon’s network, and this plan includes access to its fastest 5G UW network.
Pros & Cons	Pros: Unlimited mobile hotspot data at speeds up to 15 Mbps. Unlimited talk, text and 2GB data daily when traveling in Canada and Mexico. Unlimited talk, text and 2GB data daily when traveling in Canada and Mexico. Cons: No perks like streaming subscriptions or cloud storage. No access to 5G UW network. Data is deprioritized, behind Verizon postpaid and prepaid plans.

Visible

Price $40 for 5 years (for new customers)

Network Verizon deprioritized (may be slowed when network is busy)

Plan Visible+

Talk & Text Unlimited

Data Unlimited, but prioritized behind customers of Verizon's own plans

Perks Smartwatch service included (select Apple Watch and Google Pixel watches). Two days of Global Pass per month for unlimited talk, text and 2GB data daily in 140+ countries.

Our Take Visible provides service on Verizon’s network, and this plan includes access to its fastest 5G UW network.

Pros & Cons Pros:

• Unlimited mobile hotspot data at speeds up to 15 Mbps.
• Unlimited talk, text and 2GB data daily when traveling in Canada and Mexico.
• Unlimited talk, text and 2GB data daily when traveling in Canada and Mexico.

Cons:

• No perks like streaming subscriptions or cloud storage.

• No access to 5G UW network.
• Data is deprioritized, behind Verizon postpaid and prepaid plans.

Cheapest Verizon plan 

	Verizon
Price	$35
Network	Verizon deprioritized
Plan	Prepaid Talk & Text
Talk & Text	Unlimited
Data	Data at 2G speeds on Verizon’s 4LTE network (intended for light data users)
Perks	N/A
Our Take	If you want a stripped-down and inexpensive plan from Verizon, this is your best bet. Data is technically unlimited but at very slow 2G speeds, so it’s best for those who use little data. Think emailing, texting and basic browsing.
Pros & Cons	Pros: A good choice for those who stick to Wi-Fi or don’t want to stream or use other data-heavy apps. While Verizon prepaid plans are deprioritized compared to its postpaid plans, they get higher priority than plans from resellers called MVNOs. Cons: No perks like streaming subscriptions or cloud storage. No hotspot. No multiline or loyalty discounts available.
Other inexpensive plans	Searching for a budget choice? Check out our guide to cheap phone plans from a variety of providers, including some with more data, or our guide to talk & text only plans.

Verizon

Price $35

Network Verizon deprioritized

Plan Prepaid Talk & Text

Talk & Text Unlimited

Data Data at 2G speeds on Verizon’s 4LTE network (intended for light data users)

Perks N/A

Our Take If you want a stripped-down and inexpensive plan from Verizon, this is your best bet. Data is technically unlimited but at very slow 2G speeds, so it’s best for those who use little data. Think emailing, texting and basic browsing.

Pros & Cons Pros:

• A good choice for those who stick to Wi-Fi or don’t want to stream or use other data-heavy apps.
• While Verizon prepaid plans are deprioritized compared to its postpaid plans, they get higher priority than plans from resellers called MVNOs.

Cons:

• No perks like streaming subscriptions or cloud storage.

• No hotspot.
• No multiline or loyalty discounts available.

Other inexpensive plans Searching for a budget choice? Check out our guide to cheap phone plans from a variety of providers, including some with more data, or our guide to talk & text only plans.

Other Verizon plan choices 

Some options will suit customers with particular needs:  

• Best international Verizon plan: Unlimited Ultimate. This is the costliest postpaid plan, but it gives you unlimited talk, text and data (slowed after 15GB) when traveling in 210+ countries. You also get up to 300 minutes of calling per month from the U.S. to your choice of country from a list of 140.  

• Best Verizon plan for seniors: 55+ Unlimited Plan. Verizon’s senior-specific plan is available only to Florida residents, who can get one line for $62 or two lines for $84. It includes unlimited talk & text, unlimited 4G LTE data (may be slowed during network congestion), and unlimited mobile hotspot at 600 Kbps speeds. If you’re not a Florida resident, consider the Verizon prepaid 15GB or Unlimited plans instead.  

Comparing Verizon postpaid plans 

If you want a postpaid plan, which offers the best speeds and perks, you'll find yourself comparing Verizon's three plans. Your choice will depend on the level of service you want vs. how much you want to pay.  

Verizon Unlimited Welcome vs. Unlimited Plus   

Verizon Unlimited Welcome is its lowest-tier postpaid plan and costs $75 for a single line before AutoPay discounts. Unlimited Plus is a step up and runs $90 for a single line before discounts. The key differences are Welcome doesn’t get access to 5G UW, Verizon’s fastest network, just 5G and 4LTE, and includes no hotspot data (you have to add it as a perk at $10/month). Here’s a comparison:  

Verizon Unlimited Plus vs. Unlimited Ultimate  

Verizon’s Unlimited Ultimate is its highest-tier postpaid plan and runs $100 for a single line before discounts. Both it and Unlimited Plus give you access to Verizon’s fastest network, 5G UW. But Ultimate Unlimited layers on extras like unlimited hotspot data, more international coverage, and an extra discount on data plans for devices like a watch or tablet. At a glance:  

Methodology 

Deciding on Verizon’s network up front removes one key consideration when selecting a phone plan, so we compared choices based on:  

• Data caps and speeds 

• Value (what’s included in the price)  

• Ease of use  

Each of the factors was given its own weight, leading to a score that helps us determine the best picks.  

Beginner’s guide to Verizon phone plans 

When choosing a Verizon phone plan, think about these elements:  

Type of plan: Postpaid or prepaid?  

First, decide if you want postpaid or prepaid service:  

Postpaid phone plan: You sign a contract with Verizon to use its cellular network for a set time, often 24 to 36 months. This type of plan typically offers higher data limits (and your data gets priority over other traffic), plus access to perks like streaming services and device financing if you want to buy a phone through the carrier. The drawbacks: Postpaid plans typically cost more and involve a credit check. Also, extra usage outside your plan such as data roaming could add costs.  

Prepaid phone plan: With prepaid plans, you pay upfront and don’t have a credit check. These typically are more affordable, and you don’t have to worry about surprise charges — you can’t go over your plan’s limits without buying a top-up. There’s no contract, so you have the flexibility to switch plans or carriers at any time. On the other hand, these plans tend to have fewer perks, lower data limits, and deprioritized data (your service may slow down during network congestion). Verizon offers prepaid plans, and several phone service resellers called MVNOs use Verizon’s network for their service, so you have choices.   

Amount of data and speeds  

If you’re new to phone plans — maybe you’re getting off your parents’ phone plan — you’ll want to determine how much data you need. You might not need a lot of mobile data iI you’re usually on Wi-Fi. And industry research from Opensignal shows smartphone users spend 77%-88% of their time on Wi-Fi, so that might be the case for you. On the other hand, you may want a high limit or unlimited data if you often use your phone away from Wi-Fi — especially if you stream a lot of entertainment or do a lot of gaming on the go.  

A couple of things affect speeds:  

Network prioritization: As mentioned, postpaid plans get the best network prioritization, followed by prepaid plans from the carrier, then prepaid plans from MVNOs behind that. Prioritization comes into play in high-use situations and areas, like a crowded area, so you may not necessarily experience slowing.  

Caps and limits: Even plans that say “unlimited” may have restrictions on how much high-speed data you get, slowing down your internet speeds after you reach a set threshold for the billing period. But the limit may be so high, say 100GB, that it functions as truly unlimited.  

Cost and budget 

Before you commit to anything, it’s wise to check your budget (or start one!). You’ll want to pick a plan that gives you the services you want without overspending on things you don’t need or won’t use, especially perks. Keep in mind that postpaid plans offer more perks, while prepaid plans are thriftier but more stripped down. (You can also use a phone bill calculator to help you understand the overall costs of buying vs. financing a phone.)

Here’s a look at prices for phone plans using Verizon's network: 

Verizon postpaid plans range from $75-$100 for a single line, plus taxes and fees, before any AutoPay and paperless billing discounts (up to $10). You can choose an unlimited plan first, then layer on the perks you want from a menu for $10-$15 per item per line. Choices include streaming subscription bundles, 100GB hotspot data, a three-day travel pass, cloud storage and more. Or, choose from Verizon’s list of most popular plans, which offer preset perk combos at a slightly discounted price (savings of $4.95-$7.98 per line per month).

Shopping tips: 

• There’s no cost to change your plan, and it doesn’t affect your contract end date. 

• The Verizon website shows the cost per line for four lines. Click on “check out pricing” to see costs for fewer lines or a single line. 

• Toggle off the “preview discounts” to see the full price when shopping. And check out the rules for how to get AutoPay discounts.  

• Verizon offers discounts on postpaid service to active military, veterans, nurses, teachers, college students, and employees of some companies. A senior discount is available to Florida residents. 

Verizon prepaid plans range from $35-$70 for a single line, plus any taxes and fees, before AutoPay or loyalty discounts are applied (up to $10 a month). As is typical, prepaid will offer fewer perks in exchange for a lower price.

Some tips on navigating choices: 

• Because you’re prepaying month by month, you can easily change to a new plan before the next service period begins. 

• Toggle off “enroll in AutoPay” on the Verizon website to see the full price when shopping. Check out the fine print for how to get AutoPay or loyalty discounts (it’s one or the other). 

• Click on “compare plans” to see all four prepaid choices at once, including the Talk & Text only choice for light data users.   

MVNOs offering service on Verizon’s network range from as low as $10 to $70 per month. They include Visible, US Mobile, Straight Talk, Simple Mobile, and several others.

When shopping, remember to:  

• Watch for limited-time offers, such as a lower price for the first three months of service, but be sure you understand the ongoing price after the introductory period. 

• Read the fine print to discover what you’re going to get. For example, check out what speeds your service might be slowed to after a certain level of data or mobile hotspot use.  

• MVNOs range widely in the included services. Investigate whether the phone can only be used in your home country, what the roaming policy is, etc.  

Ease of use  

If you choose a Verizon postpaid or prepaid plan, here’s what to expect:  

Website: The site is generally easy to navigate, with options laid out especially clearly on the postpaid site. On the prepaid site, you’ll have to click on “compare plans” before you see the cheapest option, the Talk & Text plan. Other minor quibbles: Prices default to the amount with discounts unless you toggle off the option to view the full price. And you need to do some clicking around to understand all the fine print about perks, costs, speeds, discount policies and more.  

Customer service: You can contact customer support by chat, phone or video, or visit a physical store (available in all 50 states). It also offers the My Verizon app, where you can manage your account, pay bills, change plans or change your phone number, etc.  

User experience: In the 2023-24 American Consumer Satisfaction Index (ACSI), which interviewed more than 12,000 consumers chosen randomly, Verizon scored 74 out of 100, slightly lower than T-Mobile (77) and AT&T (78).  

If you choose an MVNO that operates on Verizon’s network, expect more limited customer service options and hours. Check whether they offer physical stores where you can go for help or purchases, if that’s important to you. MVNOs generally score higher on the ACSI list than the Big 3 carriers, but not all are included; of Verizon resellers, only Straight Talk (79) and TracFone are listed (80).  

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