Cricket Wireless

With roots as a small MVNO offering cell phone plans on Sprint’s CDMA network, Cricket Wireless now runs on AT&T’s GSM network after having been purchased by the giant wireless provider. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Atlanta Georgia, Cricket’s infancy primarily revolved around smaller underserved rural areas. Through years of growth, the carrier is now one of the most well-known of the smaller mobile operators.

Cricket Wireless cell phone planes come in all shapes at sizes. With varying data limits (including a no-data plan) and varying data speeds, there is a Cricket plan to fit your budgetary needs. Mobile hotspot is included in Cricket’s unlimited data plans. Add-on features can be added to plans such as phone insurance, subscription Cricket’s music service (Deezer), international calling, and more are available at extra cost. Anyone activating multiple lines can potentially see big savings via Cricket’s family plans.

Customers can bring their own GSM compatible phones to Cricket Wireless or can purchase a phone directly with the carrier. Top-of-the-line phones from Apple and Samsung are available for purchase as well as several budget-friendly phones. Lease-to-own financing is available for eligible customers who need a new phone but might not be ready to throw down a hefty upfront payment.