Max data, domestically
Visible
Pros
Visible offers a simple plan with unlimited talk, text, and data in the U.S. With Verizon's robust network providing the backbone, you'll be able to confidently stay connected even on the move. However, you might have some issues internationally.
Max data, even in Mexico
Boost Mobile
Pros
Making use of Sprint's or T-Mobile's networks, Boost mobile offers a lot of data at a great price. If you're using the T-Mobile network, you even get 5G access. Boost is also a much stronger option for customers that may want to call or travel to Mexico.
offers the strongest overall package between the two, with a stronger domestic network and a simple pricing structure that makes it a great fit for most people. offers more international service, providing one of the best options for people who regularly travel between Mexico and the U.S.
Visible vs. Boost Mobile Domestic vs. international coverage
Comparing these two providers is going to always come back to coverage. Boost gives you a couple of options depending on your phone, but Visible's Verizon-based service will likely have superior signal strength. Be sure to before signing up to make sure your area is well covered.
Boost Mobile calls its Sprint network the and its T-Mobile network the . Make sure you have strong coverage on your specific phone before signing up. Boost Mobile's new owners, DISH, are transitioning the carrier away from the old Sprint network to T-Mobile in order to prepare for 5G, so don't expect too many Sprint network improvements in the future.
Neither carrier is able to access roaming networks, so if you're traveling within the U.S. you should look at overall coverage. The Verizon LTE network is more complete than Sprint's or T-Mobile's, so it currently has a much larger coverage area. T-Mobile is working hard to improve its network, especially with the launch of standalone 5G on its 600MHz and 2.5GHz bands.
The tables are turned for international coverage. Visible doesn't have any international coverage — not even as an add-on. This makes sense since it relies on Verizon, which works best in the U.S. and can often be expensive or impossible to use internationally.
Boost has a plan that allows 8GB of data in Mexico as well as the ability to call international numbers at a or as part of an add-on.
Visible vs. Boost Mobile How do they compare?
Starting with the older Nationwide Network, Boost Mobile has four plans with a healthy amount of data. If you are looking at the smallest plan, it's worth it to seek out a Walmart store to get double the data at 6GB versus 3GB. A large 35GB data plan is available for $50 per month for one line with 12GB of hotspot data. If you need more hotspot data, you can jump up to 30GB for $10 more per month.
One of the best ways to save some money on these plans is to bring the whole family along as long. If your phones work on the same network, you can save money with up to five lines.
The plans on the Extended Network feel a lot more modern for a prepaid carrier with plans starting as low as $10 per month if you only need 1GB of data and are willing to sign up in-store. Similarly, you have to go to a Walmart for the 2GB plan. All three of these smaller plan prices are only available to new customers, though the 5GB plan doesn't require a store visit.
The 15GB Shrink-It! plan offers the best combination of power and price. It starts at $45 per month but will come down to $35 per month when you make six on-time payments in a row.
Boost Mobile's two unlimited plans are really 35GB plans with miserable 2G speeds available after you've hit your data cap. The cheaper plan only gets SD video streams compared to the HD streams available for $10 more per month. For most people, the SD video streams will provide sufficient quality for a phone screen.
Additional lines on the $50 plan are just $30 per month. This is a pretty good value with a lot of data. Similarly, lines can be added to the $60 plan for $40 per month. If you need this much data and the Boost network is a good fit for your family, you can get some nice rates.
Visible's only plan
Visible has only one plan that includes unlimited talk, text, and LTE data on the Verizon network. You also get an unlimited hotspot at 5Mbps, which should be sufficient for browsing the web on a laptop or tablet. You can get your first month of Visible service for $25 and can further save money with multiple lines with Visible's Party Pay. With Party Pay, your cost per line comes down to $35, $30, and $25 per month with two, three, and four lines, respectively. If you need a lot of data and don't regularly call or travel outside of the U.S., the Visible will work well for you.
If you get your phone through Visible, you can sign up for an insurance program called Visible Protect for $10 or $12 per month. Cracked iPhone screens are repaired for $29 and Android screens are fixed for $99. You can also get your device replaced if it's seriously damaged or lost. You can . Device failure is also covered at no cost.
Visible vs. Boost Mobile What phones are available?
Visible offers device sales as well as a with a fairly restricted . Visible supports most unlocked iPhones after the iPhone 6 and a growing list of .
For its Sprint-based Nationwide Network, Boost Mobile supports that work on the Sprint network. One thing to keep in mind is that while Sprint phones on Boost Mobile, it may not be possible to activate them. Be sure to check with Sprint support before jumping ship. Boost also has a .
Bringing your own phone to the Extended Network is a lot simpler thanks to the T-Mobile network's compatibility. You can see the on Boost's site. It includes modern iPhones as well as a selection of Androids including the .
Both carriers' phones trend towards mid- to low-range devices such as the , but they also have some high-end offerings such as the iPhone 11 and Samsung Galaxy S20. For either carrier, you should be able to find something that suits you.
Visible vs. Boost Mobile Which should you get?
Boost Mobile definitely has some features that Visible cannot match such as international calling and service in Mexico. Boost also offers upgrades to customize your plan to your needs and provides a robust 5G network while Visible is still stuck with LTE. If you need that international service, there really is no competition.
Still, Boost Mobile's networks and plans are a little confusing and it's hard to be sure you'll be on the best network for your area. Most Americans will be fine with Visible's service, relying on apps like Facebook or Line for free calls over Wi-Fi when they do travel inetrnationally. Visible offers the most compelling package for U.S. coverage and a far simpler plan that lets you forget about tracking minutes and megabytes altogether.
Max data, domestically
Visible
Unlimited data at home
Visible keeps it simple. It offers good speeds for browsing and streaming through Verizon's LTE coverage and no surprise fees.
Max data, even in Mexico
Boost Mobile
Sign up more lines to save
If you call or travel to Mexico, Boost is a great option with a ton of flexibility for saving money including a new set of plans.
Visible
Pros
- Bigger network
- Unlimited data
- Unlimited hotspot (5Mbps)
- Simple robust plan
- No Canada or Mexico option
- No international roaming
- No flexibility on plan choice
Visible offers a simple plan with unlimited talk, text, and data in the U.S. With Verizon's robust network providing the backbone, you'll be able to confidently stay connected even on the move. However, you might have some issues internationally.
Max data, even in Mexico
Boost Mobile
Pros
- Mexico service
- Save with family plans
- Improved T-Mobile network for new phones
- 5G access with T-Mobile
- Smaller hotspot
- Confusing coverage options
Making use of Sprint's or T-Mobile's networks, Boost mobile offers a lot of data at a great price. If you're using the T-Mobile network, you even get 5G access. Boost is also a much stronger option for customers that may want to call or travel to Mexico.
offers the strongest overall package between the two, with a stronger domestic network and a simple pricing structure that makes it a great fit for most people. offers more international service, providing one of the best options for people who regularly travel between Mexico and the U.S.
Visible vs. Boost Mobile Domestic vs. international coverage
Comparing these two providers is going to always come back to coverage. Boost gives you a couple of options depending on your phone, but Visible's Verizon-based service will likely have superior signal strength. Be sure to before signing up to make sure your area is well covered.
Boost Mobile calls its Sprint network the and its T-Mobile network the . Make sure you have strong coverage on your specific phone before signing up. Boost Mobile's new owners, DISH, are transitioning the carrier away from the old Sprint network to T-Mobile in order to prepare for 5G, so don't expect too many Sprint network improvements in the future.
Neither carrier is able to access roaming networks, so if you're traveling within the U.S. you should look at overall coverage. The Verizon LTE network is more complete than Sprint's or T-Mobile's, so it currently has a much larger coverage area. T-Mobile is working hard to improve its network, especially with the launch of standalone 5G on its 600MHz and 2.5GHz bands.
The tables are turned for international coverage. Visible doesn't have any international coverage — not even as an add-on. This makes sense since it relies on Verizon, which works best in the U.S. and can often be expensive or impossible to use internationally.
Boost has a plan that allows 8GB of data in Mexico as well as the ability to call international numbers at a or as part of an add-on.
Visible vs. Boost Mobile How do they compare?
| Visible | Boost Mobile | |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Verizon | Sprint T-Mobile |
| Talk and text | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Data | Unlimited | From 1GB to 35GB Unlimited 2G speeds on some plans |
| International calling | No | Yes |
| Hotspot | Included (5Mbps) | Available with larger plans |
| BYOD | Yes | Yes |
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Boost Mobile's plansStarting with the older Nationwide Network, Boost Mobile has four plans with a healthy amount of data. If you are looking at the smallest plan, it's worth it to seek out a Walmart store to get double the data at 6GB versus 3GB. A large 35GB data plan is available for $50 per month for one line with 12GB of hotspot data. If you need more hotspot data, you can jump up to 30GB for $10 more per month.
One of the best ways to save some money on these plans is to bring the whole family along as long. If your phones work on the same network, you can save money with up to five lines.
The plans on the Extended Network feel a lot more modern for a prepaid carrier with plans starting as low as $10 per month if you only need 1GB of data and are willing to sign up in-store. Similarly, you have to go to a Walmart for the 2GB plan. All three of these smaller plan prices are only available to new customers, though the 5GB plan doesn't require a store visit.
The 15GB Shrink-It! plan offers the best combination of power and price. It starts at $45 per month but will come down to $35 per month when you make six on-time payments in a row.
Boost Mobile's two unlimited plans are really 35GB plans with miserable 2G speeds available after you've hit your data cap. The cheaper plan only gets SD video streams compared to the HD streams available for $10 more per month. For most people, the SD video streams will provide sufficient quality for a phone screen.
Additional lines on the $50 plan are just $30 per month. This is a pretty good value with a lot of data. Similarly, lines can be added to the $60 plan for $40 per month. If you need this much data and the Boost network is a good fit for your family, you can get some nice rates.
Visible's only plan
Visible has only one plan that includes unlimited talk, text, and LTE data on the Verizon network. You also get an unlimited hotspot at 5Mbps, which should be sufficient for browsing the web on a laptop or tablet. You can get your first month of Visible service for $25 and can further save money with multiple lines with Visible's Party Pay. With Party Pay, your cost per line comes down to $35, $30, and $25 per month with two, three, and four lines, respectively. If you need a lot of data and don't regularly call or travel outside of the U.S., the Visible will work well for you.
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If you get your phone through Visible, you can sign up for an insurance program called Visible Protect for $10 or $12 per month. Cracked iPhone screens are repaired for $29 and Android screens are fixed for $99. You can also get your device replaced if it's seriously damaged or lost. You can . Device failure is also covered at no cost.
Visible vs. Boost Mobile What phones are available?
Visible offers device sales as well as a with a fairly restricted . Visible supports most unlocked iPhones after the iPhone 6 and a growing list of .
For its Sprint-based Nationwide Network, Boost Mobile supports that work on the Sprint network. One thing to keep in mind is that while Sprint phones on Boost Mobile, it may not be possible to activate them. Be sure to check with Sprint support before jumping ship. Boost also has a .
Bringing your own phone to the Extended Network is a lot simpler thanks to the T-Mobile network's compatibility. You can see the on Boost's site. It includes modern iPhones as well as a selection of Androids including the .
Both carriers' phones trend towards mid- to low-range devices such as the , but they also have some high-end offerings such as the iPhone 11 and Samsung Galaxy S20. For either carrier, you should be able to find something that suits you.
Visible vs. Boost Mobile Which should you get?
Boost Mobile definitely has some features that Visible cannot match such as international calling and service in Mexico. Boost also offers upgrades to customize your plan to your needs and provides a robust 5G network while Visible is still stuck with LTE. If you need that international service, there really is no competition.
Still, Boost Mobile's networks and plans are a little confusing and it's hard to be sure you'll be on the best network for your area. Most Americans will be fine with Visible's service, relying on apps like Facebook or Line for free calls over Wi-Fi when they do travel inetrnationally. Visible offers the most compelling package for U.S. coverage and a far simpler plan that lets you forget about tracking minutes and megabytes altogether.
Max data, domestically
Visible
Unlimited data at home
Visible keeps it simple. It offers good speeds for browsing and streaming through Verizon's LTE coverage and no surprise fees.
Max data, even in Mexico
Boost Mobile
Sign up more lines to save
If you call or travel to Mexico, Boost is a great option with a ton of flexibility for saving money including a new set of plans.