- #1 Best AT&T MVNO
- Cricket Wireless — $30–55/mo, AT&T-owned, taxes included, Smart plan includes MX/CA usage
- #2 Cheapest on AT&T
- US Mobile — $25/mo, taxes included, AT&T network option, switch to Verizon/T-Mobile anytime
Why are there fewer AT&T MVNOs?
AT&T has historically been more selective about wholesale network agreements than T-Mobile. Most carriers reselling AT&T's towers are either AT&T-owned (Cricket) or multi-network carriers like US Mobile. If you need AT&T's coverage specifically, Cricket is the primary dedicated option — and it's a strong one. If you're open to AT&T as one of several networks, US Mobile gives you more flexibility at a lower price.
The best AT&T MVNOs in 2026
★ #1 — Best AT&T MVNO
Cricket
Plans from $30/mo
AT&T network · AT&T-owned · taxes included on all plans
$30+/mo
📶 10GB–Unlimited tiers
📡 15GB hotspot (Smart) · 50GB (Supreme)
🌎 MX/CA usage on $45+ plans
AT&T-owned · taxes included · 5G
Cricket is AT&T's own prepaid brand — same towers, taxes included on every plan, and one of the few budget carriers with built-in Mexico and Canada coverage. Three plans cover most users: Sensible ($30/mo, 10GB, no hotspot), Smart ($45/mo with AutoPay, 15GB hotspot, MX/CA calling and data), and Supreme ($55/mo, 50GB hotspot, HBO Max Basic).
The Smart plan at $45/mo is Cricket's sweet spot. It includes unlimited talk and text to Mexico and Canada, data usage while in Mexico and Canada, and 15GB hotspot — all with taxes already in the price. For anyone who regularly calls family in Mexico or travels between the US and Mexico, Cricket Smart is one of the best-value plans in prepaid wireless regardless of network. Activation is free online ($25 in-store). Cricket also offers a 14-day free trial through the TryCricket app.
Best for
AT&T-coverage areas, frequent callers to Mexico or Canada, and anyone who wants a trusted AT&T-owned brand with transparent all-in pricing. Cricket Smart at $45 is one of the best MX/CA-included plans in budget wireless.
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#2 — Cheapest AT&T Option
US Mobile
Unlimited Starter — AT&T
AT&T network · taxes included · switch networks anytime
$25/mo
📶 Unlimited data (deprioritized)
📡 20GB hotspot
Switch to Verizon or T-Mobile anytime
Taxes included
5G
US Mobile is the cheapest way to access AT&T's network — $25/mo with taxes included, compared to Cricket's $30 entry point. On AT&T's "Dark Star" network, you get unlimited data and 20GB of hotspot. The trade-off: AT&T data on US Mobile is unlimited but fully deprioritized (no priority data threshold). During heavy congestion, speeds may be slower than Cricket or AT&T postpaid customers in the same area.
The bigger advantage of US Mobile is network flexibility. If you choose AT&T today and coverage disappoints — or if you move to an area where Verizon or T-Mobile is stronger — you can switch networks from the app. The first two switches are free, then $2 each. No new SIM, no new number. For $5 less per month than Cricket's entry plan, plus more hotspot data and the option to change networks, US Mobile on AT&T is a strong pick for people who aren't specifically committed to AT&T long-term.
Best for
Anyone who wants AT&T's coverage at $25/mo — especially those who value the option to switch to Verizon or T-Mobile later, or who need more hotspot data than Cricket's entry plan provides.
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Check AT&T coverage at your address first
AT&T's coverage is strong in cities and suburbs but can be thinner than Verizon in some rural areas. Before switching, verify AT&T coverage at your home and work addresses using AT&T's coverage map. If AT&T shows strong coverage at your location, Cricket or US Mobile on AT&T will perform identically to AT&T postpaid there.
Cricket vs. US Mobile: how to choose
The decision comes down to two questions: Do you call Mexico or Canada? And do you want the flexibility to change networks later?
Choose Cricket if: You regularly call or text Mexico or Canada, you want AT&T coverage exclusively and don't anticipate moving, or you prefer a recognizable AT&T brand. Cricket Smart at $45/mo is one of the best MX/CA-included plans in all of prepaid wireless. The $30 Sensible plan is solid for light data users who just want AT&T coverage cheaply with taxes included.
Choose US Mobile if: You want the cheapest path to AT&T's network ($25 vs. $30), you value the option to switch to Verizon or T-Mobile if coverage changes, or you need more hotspot data at the entry price (20GB vs. none on Cricket Sensible). US Mobile's AT&T option doesn't include MX/CA calling or priority data, but the network flexibility and lower price make it a compelling alternative for most users.
See the full Cricket Wireless review for a detailed look at the plan tiers — or compare directly: Cricket vs US Mobile.