A new Trump Mobile service is launching promising nationwide 5G. The MVNO is using all three major U.S. carriers for its coverage.
The core offering, called The 47 Plan, costs $47.45/month and includes unlimited talk, text, and data, as well as other features.
Customers can use their existing devices or wait for the “T1 Phone,” a gold-colored Android smartphone that the company claims will be built in the U.S.
Trump Mobile is operated by T1 Mobile LLC under a limited license to use the Trump name. It is not owned or managed by The Trump Organization.
MVNOs Offering 4G and/or 5G Service in the U.S. (Ranked Biggest to Smallest)
- TracFone Wireless
- Subscriber Base: Over 20 million (largest MVNO in the U.S.)
- Networks Used: AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon
- Services: Prepaid plans with 4G LTE and 5G access, operates sub-brands like Straight Talk, Net10, and Simple Mobile.
- Notes: Acquired by Verizon in 2021 for $6.9 billion. Offers a variety of plans and phones from major manufacturers.
- Metro by T-Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 18–20 million (owned by T-Mobile)
- Networks Used: T-Mobile
- Services: Prepaid plans with unlimited talk, text, and data, 4G LTE, and 5G access. Includes perks like Google One and Amazon Prime on higher-tier plans.
- Notes: Formerly MetroPCS, known for transparent all-in pricing and strong 5G coverage via T-Mobile’s network.
- Cricket Wireless
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 12–15 million (owned by AT&T)
- Networks Used: AT&T
- Services: Prepaid plans with 4G LTE and 5G, unlimited options, and data-only plans. Offers cloud storage and multi-line discounts.
- Notes: Popular for value-focused plans and nationwide AT&T 5G coverage.
- Boost Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 7–9 million
- Networks Used: T-Mobile, AT&T
- Services: Prepaid plans with 4G LTE and 5G, unlimited data options, and international features.
- Notes: Transitioned to a major carrier in 2024 but still operates as an MVNO in some contexts. Known for budget-friendly unlimited plans.
- Straight Talk
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 5–8 million (TracFone subsidiary)
- Networks Used: AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon
- Services: Prepaid unlimited plans with 4G LTE and 5G, sold primarily through Walmart.
- Notes: Offers flexibility with multiple network options and affordable pricing.
- Visible
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 2–3 million
- Networks Used: Verizon
- Services: Unlimited 4G LTE and 5G plans, including Visible+ with premium data and international features.
- Notes: Fully digital carrier with no physical stores, owned by Verizon. Known for affordable unlimited plans starting at $25/month.
- Mint Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 1–2 million
- Networks Used: T-Mobile
- Services: Prepaid plans (3, 6, or 12 months) with 4G LTE and 5G, ranging from 5GB to unlimited.
- Notes: Owned by T-Mobile, popular for low-cost plans starting at $15/month and strong 5G coverage.
- Consumer Cellular
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 1 million (approx. 670,000 reported for FNB Connect, a comparable MVNO)
- Networks Used: AT&T, T-Mobile
- Services: No-contract plans with 4G LTE and 5G, tailored for seniors with AARP partnerships.
- Notes: Focuses on simple plans and excellent customer service for older demographics.
- Xfinity Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 1 million
- Networks Used: Verizon
- Services: 4G LTE and 5G plans for Comcast internet customers, unlimited options starting at $45/month.
- Notes: Bundles mobile with home internet for cost savings, offers newer phones like iPhone 13.
- Spectrum Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 500,000–1 million
- Networks Used: Verizon
- Services: 4G LTE and 5G plans bundled with Spectrum internet, low-cost data options.
- Notes: Attracts customers with bundling discounts and simple pricing.
- Simple Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 500,000–1 million (TracFone subsidiary)
- Networks Used: T-Mobile
- Services: Unlimited 4G LTE and 5G plans with international calling and texting.
- Notes: Focuses on budget-friendly plans with global connectivity features.
- Google Fi Wireless
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 500,000
- Networks Used: T-Mobile (plus US Cellular for “Designed for Fi” devices)
- Services: 4G LTE and 5G plans with seamless international roaming, flexible pricing.
- Notes: Unique for dynamic network switching and strong international features.
- US Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 100,000–500,000
- Networks Used: T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T
- Services: Customizable 4G LTE and 5G plans, unlimited options, and network transfers.
- Notes: Known for flexibility and competitive pricing, starting at $35/month for unlimited.
- Red Pocket Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 100,000–500,000
- Networks Used: AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon
- Services: 4G LTE and 5G plans with family discounts, low-cost options starting at $10/month.
- Notes: Offers multi-network compatibility and international calling.
- Tello Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 100,000–500,000
- Networks Used: T-Mobile
- Services: Customizable 4G LTE and 5G plans, unlimited options starting at $25/month.
- Notes: Popular for low-data users and seniors, no-contract plans with flexible pricing.
- H2O Wireless
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 100,000–500,000
- Networks Used: AT&T
- Services: 4G LTE and 5G prepaid plans with international calling, unlimited options up to 60GB.
- Notes: Appeals to customers needing international connectivity.
- Ting Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 100,000–300,000
- Networks Used: T-Mobile, Verizon
- Services: Pay-as-you-go 4G LTE and 5G plans, unlimited options starting at $45/month.
- Notes: Best for light data users with flexible billing.
- Ultra Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 100,000–300,000
- Networks Used: T-Mobile
- Services: 4G LTE and 5G prepaid plans with international calling and texting.
- Notes: Targets niche markets with global connectivity options.
- PureTalk
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 50,000–200,000
- Networks Used: AT&T
- Services: 4G LTE and 5G plans focused on affordability, unlimited options with high-speed data.
- Notes: Emphasizes simple, wallet-friendly mobile service.
- Twigby Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 50,000–200,000
- Networks Used: Verizon
- Services: Low-cost 4G LTE and 5G plans starting at $15/month, unlimited talk and text.
- Notes: Appeals to budget-conscious users with strong Verizon coverage.
- Gen Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 50,000–200,000
- Networks Used: T-Mobile
- Services: Affordable 4G LTE and 5G prepaid plans with international calling.
- Notes: Popular among immigrants and travelers for global features.
- FreedomPop
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 50,000–200,000
- Networks Used: AT&T
- Services: Free and low-cost 4G LTE and 5G plans with limited data, unlimited talk and text.
- Notes: Known for free plans with minimal service for budget users.
- TextNow
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 50,000–200,000
- Networks Used: T-Mobile
- Services: Free essential 4G LTE and 5G plans with unlimited talk and text, limited data.
- Notes: Offers free service with SIM card purchase, capped speeds for data.
- Net10 Wireless
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 50,000–200,000 (TracFone subsidiary)
- Networks Used: AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon
- Services: Prepaid 4G LTE and 5G plans with flexible data options.
- Notes: Similar to Straight Talk, focuses on budget plans.
- Walmart Family Mobile
- Subscriber Base: Estimated 50,000–200,000
- Networks Used: T-Mobile
- Services: 4G LTE and 5G prepaid plans with unlimited talk and text.
- Notes: Branded reseller leveraging Walmart’s brand recognition.
- Ranking Challenges: Exact subscriber numbers are often undisclosed, so estimates are based on available data from 2023–2025 sources. Smaller MVNOs (e.g., PureTalk, Twigby) have less precise data, and rankings beyond the top 10 are approximate
