How to save on mobile services in the USA?

While in the USA, you will be puzzled by the search for a cheap mobile operator, as popular companies charge from $50 per month for their services. That is, in 4 months you can spend $200+ just on communication, which, of course, is not very pleasant. That was the case for me too.

Back in my first summer, I started looking for ways to save money. One of the ways was eBay.

I ordered a "Simple Mobile" SIM card with 6GB of internet, unlimited calls and texts for $16, whereas in retail stores it cost $40.

Simple Mobile is a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) operating on T-Mobile infrastructure. There are many such virtual operators in the USA, and the differences between them are minimal.

As a result, after 4 days I received the SIM card, inserted it into my phone, messaged the seller on eBay, they activated it for me, and I had internet. After a month, I threw away the SIM card and ordered a new one.

Pros:

• Significant savings on mobile service costs;
• No need to look for an office to register the card;
• No documents required.

Cons:

• To receive a SIM card, you must have a physical address in the USA;
• Time is needed to wait for the package;
• If you arrive at the airport, you first need to get to your destination to order a SIM card;
• Constant change of mobile number.

IMPORTANT

• If you decide to order a Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, or Sprint SIM card, you must carefully read the item description on eBay, as often to work with these operators, you need a phone purchased in the USA that works with specific frequency bands. You can check phone support on the operator's website.
• Always check the coverage area before purchasing.