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Metro by T-Mobile vs Tello: Which Is Right for You in 2026?
Tello wins for light users and international callers — Metro wins for the 5-year price lock
Metro by T-Mobile starts at $40/mo on T-Mobile. No annual contract — cancel anytime.
Tello starts at $10/mo. Saves $30/mo ($360/yr) vs Metro by T-Mobile's entry plan.
Both use T-Mobile's network footprint, so coverage is identical. Tello wins on value for light users and international callers; Metro wins if you want a guaranteed long-term price lock.
Tello plans start under $15/mo for light users with free outbound calling to 60+ countries on eligible plans; Tello Unlimited is $25/mo (taxes extra) with a 10GB hotspot. Metro $25/mo (taxes included, BYOD promo) — unlimited data, no hotspot at entry; $30/mo adds 10GB hotspot. Metro includes taxes; Tello adds them at checkout (~$3–4/mo).
Bottom line: Light user, flexible needs, or you call internationally — Tello is the clearer value. Want a guaranteed locked-in rate on T-Mobile for years — Metro's 5-year price guarantee earns its keep.
How they stack up, line by line
All plans, head-to-head
3 tiers compared · single-line pricing · w/ AutoPay
All prices single-line w/ AutoPay. Before taxes & fees unless noted.
How we rated each carrier
Weighted out of 100 · Coverage, Value, Features & Support
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