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StraightTalk

Many people who are looking for cheap cell plans with a lot of talk, text and data all in one simple plan are looking at StraightTalk cell phone plans. StraightTalk is a trademark of TracFone and offered at Wal-Mart as a low cost option for people who need to use their cell phone on a regular basis. The generous amount of minutes on their plans make it difficult to complain about the talk and texting limits, but for some people the data plans aren’t all they claim to be.

Like any wireless service provider they have their pros and cons. The options look good in print, but are they all they are cracked up to be? For some people they have been a great find, but for others they have been a disappointment. Here is a list of their pros and cons including their biggest strengths and biggest weakness.

by Todd

TracFone may be one of the most well known names in prepaid cell phone service. They were one of the early providers of this type of service and they are still around evolving their plans. TracFone isn’t one of the cheapest plans if you look at the cost per minute, but they are one of the lowest cost per month options for people who don’t use their cell phone that often. They also offer cheap prepaid cell phones. They don’t have the most advanced selection of headsets, but for the most part their low cost cell phones fit the occasional users they are marketing their services to.

TracFone isn’t the best option for people who use their cell phone frequently or for people who want heavy data coverage, but it is a good option for occasional users. It’s also a good option for seniors or kids who may be getting their first cell phone. TracFone is one of the cheap prepaid options that actually rates pretty well.

Senior Cell Phone Plans

by Todd

Some seniors are pretty tech savvy and intrigued with new technology, but others feel intimidated by it. For those who are intimidated by it, the right senior cell phone can help provide their children with peace of mind that their parents can get a hold of them in an emergency situation. After all a cell phone isn’t much good if the person feels uncomfortable using it.

Luckily there are a few companies who realized there was a need for easy-to-use headsets that offer features like large, easy-to-use buttons, larger screen text and clear, loud sound. Some of them even offer an emergency feature that helps the cell phone user quickly start auto calling a pre-set list of phone numbers in the case of an emergency. There are a few different companies that offer senior friendly cell phones and plans, some of which are pretty cheap. Here is a list of the most common options along with their price and basic features.

Cell Phone Family Plans

by Todd

Whether you are looking for a plan that is cheap or one that fits your family’s needs best you want to compare the options between different carriers. Different carries have slightly different options, including different advantages and disadvantages. When looking at cell phone family plans it is also important to read the fine print. Most family cell plans come with a two year contract so you want to make sure it’s a good fit.

Here are the details from some of the most common family cell phone plans, but keep in mind your geographical area can impact your satisfaction with these plans. Make sure the carrier you choose has good network coverage in the areas you’ll be using it most.

Net10

by Todd

Net10 is just one of the many options available if you are looking for a cheap prepaid cell phone. They are more well known than some of the other no contract wireless carriers, partially because they are a branch of TracFone, a well established no contract wireless provider. While customer service seems to be lacking for many wireless providers, including Net10, they have overall good customer satisfaction ratings and a good coverage area.

Net10 plans are simple and their website is pretty easy to navigate so you can find answers to your basic questions. They are getting a better selection of headsets, including touch screen Androids. But they also have simple cheap cell phones and refurbished cell phones to fit basic needs and to fit any budget. Some of their headsets even come with minutes and 30 days worth of service, which makes them a better deal.

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