Introduction
Mint Mobile is one of the most popular prepaid carriers in the US, and that’s primarily due to its cheap plans and offbeat marketing. Supported by actor Ryan Reynolds until 2023, Mint Mobile aims at providing customers with easy and cheap mobile services without any concealed charges. But would the cheap exterior compromise the quality of Mint Mobile? Let’s dig in.
Pricing & Plans
One of Mint Mobile’s strongest points is that it’s extremely cheap. Like the traditional telcos of yesteryears, Mint prices come in bulk (3, 6, or 12 months).
- Unlimited Plan – $30/month (if paid for 12 months)
- 15GB Plan – $20
- 5GB Build – $15
The catch: You need to prepay for a couple of months in order to receive the lowest rates.
Network & Coverage
Mint Mobile uses T-Mobile’s 5G & 4G LTE network that covers the majority of the US.
- ✔️ Resilient urban 5G networks
- ✔️ Rock-solid LTE in the ‘burbs
Weakest country coverage next to Verizon or AT&T warning signs
If you are an urbanite, Mint is perfect. Otherwise, in a town, network dropouts are observed.
Speeds and Performance of Data
⚡ Speed for 5G is high and stable in support areas
Speeds can be slow for Mint customers at times of network congestion because T-Mobile’s high-paying customers are given priority
Streaming, gaming, and video calls generally run smoothly on 5G
Call and Text QualityThe quality
Mint offers unlimited calling and texting. Call quality is very good except that calls get dropped at points of poor coverage. Wi-Fi calling solves this problem.
Global Utilization
Mint Mobile offers:
- ✈️ Free calls to Canada and Mexico
- Global calling rates for calling other countries
There is international roaming but it is not as strong as major carriers
eSIM & Activation_TIMEOUT
Mint is eSIM enabled, meaning it can be enabled instantly without a physical SIM. It is easy to set up using the Mint Mobile app, even for new users.
Pros & Cons
✔️ Advantages
- Very low price for a major airline
- Ubiquitous 5G coverage in urban areas
- Easy eSIM activation
- Mexico & Canada Free calls
❌ Cons
- Pay in ADVANCE for best price
- Data might slow during traffic
- Lower coverage than Verizon/AT&T in rur
- Customer service not as good as major carriers
Final Verdict
Mint Mobile is best for those seeking no-nonsense, low-cost wireless service and are a city dweller whose home has reliable T-Mobile coverage. If you are a country user or need high-quality customer service, it may not be best.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
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