Cell Phone Service Ratings
Our ratings for cellular providers are calculated using survey data from more than 100,000 CR members. Read our buying guide to learn more before you shop.
View our ratings and reviews and browse our buying guide to find the best cell phone services.
Cell Phone Service Providers (21)
Our ratings of cell phone service providers include both traditional service—under contract and billed at the end of the month—as well as prepaid cell-phone service, which is without a contract and billed in advance.
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