Xfinity Mobile is better for users who need reliable coverage, flexible payment options, and good customer service, while Mint Mobile is a more budget-friendly option for those willing to pay upfront and potentially experience slower speeds during peak hours.
| Attribute | Xfinity Mobile | Mint Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Network Coverage | Uses Verizon's network for nationwide 4G LTE and 5G coverage; utilizes Xfinity's Wi-Fi hotspots; 5G Ultra Wideband available in some areas. | Uses T-Mobile's network, 5G coverage to 98% and 4G LTE coverage to 99% of Americans, 5G network expands across 36% of the country, coverage may be less robust in rural areas, access to T-Mobile's 5G Ultra Capacity network in certain areas. |
| Data Plans and Pricing | 'By the Gig' plans start at $20/month for 1GB; Unlimited plans range from $40 to $50/month for a single line. Unlimited Intro plan: $40/month, 30GB of premium data. Unlimited Plus plan: $50/month, 100GB of premium data and 30GB of high-speed hotspot data. | 5GB, 15GB, 20GB, and Unlimited data plans, unlimited talk and text, mobile hotspot included. 5GB plan from $15/month, 15GB plan from $20/month, 20GB plan from $25/month, Unlimited plan from $30/month (when buying a year upfront). Full year of unlimited data for $300, averaging $25/month. Upfront payment required for 3, 6, or 12 months of service. |
| Unlimited Data Options | Unlimited plans include a set amount of high-speed data, after which speeds may be reduced. The Unlimited plan includes 30GB of premium data. The Premium Unlimited plan includes 100GB of premium data. | Unlimited data plan available, includes 10GB of high-speed mobile hotspot data, video streaming limited to 480p, data speed may be temporarily slowed during network congestion if you use more than 35GB of data in a month. |
| International Roaming Options and Costs | Available in over 215 destinations; pay as you go at $0.30 per MB; Global Travel Pass is $10/day in over 215 destinations or $5/day in Mexico and Canada (includes 5GB of high-speed data per day, then data is available at 3G speeds). Unlimited plans include unlimited calls and texts to/from the US, Mexico, and Canada. | Offered through 'Minternational Passes', providing talk, text, and data in over 180 international destinations. Roaming credits required. 1-Day Pass: $5 (1GB data, 60 minutes of talk, 60 texts). 3-Day Pass: $10 (Unlimited data with 3GB high-speed, 200 minutes of talk, 200 texts). 10-Day Pass: $20 (Unlimited data with 10GB high-speed, 500 minutes of talk, 500 texts). 30-Day Pass: $5 (100 minutes of talk and 100 text messages, no data). Free roaming in Canada with unlimited talk & text and 3GB of data. Free calls and texts to Mexico are also included. |
| Customer Service Quality and Responsiveness | Good customer service rating among full-service MVNOs; customer service is available 24/7. | Customer service experiences can vary. |
| Device Compatibility | Customers can bring their own devices (BYOD); offers a variety of smartphones from brands like Apple, Samsung, and Google. | Most unlocked GSM phones are compatible, BYOD. |
| Hotspot Data Allowance | Unlimited plans include mobile hotspot functionality. The Unlimited plan includes hotspot data at 3G speeds. The Premium Unlimited plan includes 30GB of high-speed mobile hotspot data. | All plans support mobile hotspot usage. Unlimited plan includes 10GB high-speed mobile hotspot data allowance. Other plans use data from your primary cellular data bucket for hotspot. Speeds may be reduced after the high-speed data limit is reached. |
| Contract Requirements and Cancellation Fees | No-contract plans; cancel service anytime without a fee. | No contracts, cancel anytime, no cancellation fee. Refund possible within seven days of activation if purchased on mintmobile.com. |
| Available Phone Financing Options | Flexible payment options, including full payment, monthly installments (over 24 months with interest-free payments), and trade-in programs. | Not available |
| Family Plan Discounts | Multi-line discounts available on Unlimited plans; adding more lines can reduce the monthly cost per line. | Each line in a family plan will be on the equivalent 'yearly' price as if you paid for a full year as a single-line user. |
| Data Speed and Throttling Policies | Speeds may be reduced after a certain amount of data usage; 4G LTE download speeds of 5 12 Mbps and upload speeds of 2 5 Mbps can be expected. With a 5G device and access to a 5G network, download speeds around 450 Mbps and upload speeds around 50 Mbps can be expected. | May prioritize data usage below other customers for heavy data users (over 35GB/month) during network congestion, video streaming is limited to 480p on the unlimited plan. |
| Hidden Fees and Taxes | One-time $25 activation fee applies for new lines; taxes and other fees are extra and subject to change; a $25/month charge applies if you discontinue Xfinity internet service but keep Xfinity Mobile. | Fees broken out, includes a recovery fee and telecom taxes, which vary by location. Shipping and handling fees may apply. |