Plan Comparison
$5 Unlimited Talk & Text vs $5 Build Your Own Plan Comparison
A side-by-side look at price, data, network, and features to help you pick the right plan.
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Feature comparison
Data
$5 Unlimited Talk & Text
$5 Build Your Own Plan
5G access
Included
Included
Calls & Texts
$5 Unlimited Talk & Text
$5 Build Your Own Plan
Calling
Unlimited
Unlimited
Texting
Unlimited
Unlimited
Hotspot
$5 Unlimited Talk & Text
$5 Build Your Own Plan
Hotspot data
Not included
Not included
Speed cap
Full speed — no cap
Full speed — no cap
Max connected devices
No limit
No limit
Data pool
Separate from phone data
Separate from phone data
Connected Devices
$5 Unlimited Talk & Text
$5 Build Your Own Plan
Watch line
Not available
Not available
Tablet line
Not available
Not available
Plan Details
$5 Unlimited Talk & Text
$5 Build Your Own Plan
Billing period
Monthly
Monthly
Plan type
Individual
Individual
Business plan
No
No
Affinity discounts
Not eligible
Not eligible
Contract
No contract
No contract
Common questions
$5 Unlimited Talk & Text vs $5 Build Your Own Plan — FAQ
Which plan is cheaper after taxes, the $5 Unlimited Talk & Text or $5 Build Your Own Plan?
Both plans list at $5 per month before taxes and fees, so neither is cheaper on the sticker. Your real monthly cost comes down to autopay discounts, multi-line pricing, and any add-ons you choose. Use the cost breakdown on each plan page to estimate the all-in figure for your state.
Do the $5 Unlimited Talk & Text and $5 Build Your Own Plan run on the same network?
Yes, both plans run on the LTE, 5G network, so coverage and tower access are effectively identical between them. Where they can still differ is data prioritization: a carrier's own plan often gets premium priority while an MVNO riding the same towers may be deprioritized during congestion. Compare the priority and deprioritization rows to see how each is treated at peak times.
Can I keep my number when switching between the $5 Unlimited Talk & Text and $5 Build Your Own Plan?
Yes. US carriers are required to support number portability, so you can transfer your existing number to either plan when you switch. Start the move from the new carrier and keep the old line active until the port completes, which usually takes from a few minutes to a couple of hours. You will typically need your account number and a transfer PIN from your current provider to authorize the switch.
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