In this article we cover three ways to get your hands on an unlimited cellular data plan including ones from major carriers like Verizon, Sprint & AT&T. Update (February 15th, 2017): Quite a few changes in the unlimited data landscape have occurred since this article was posted in late 2015, one of the largest being Verizon’s announcement that they are bringing back unlimited data. Check out a number of different unlimited options and their costs and restrictions at the bottom of this article. Thanks for checking in and make sure to comment if you have any suggestions or additional input!

This video covers three options (update: We’ve added a 4th option!)

1. Verizon & ATT Rental Plan – Livinlite.net Verified – We’ve partnered with one of the largest cell plan rental providers to provide cell phone rental plans to our followers. Click here to learn more and sign up while supplies last. 
2. Karma Wireless – JANUARY 2016 UPDATE: Karma has just announced 15GB data caps on their Neverstop plans. This plan is no longer unlimited unfortunately and no longer recommended due to coverage issues and multiple changes to plans inside of a calendar year. An up and coming carrier running on Sprint’s 4G/3G network offering unlimited data service in over 400 major cities in the United States. Check out their coverage map, it isn’t bad and this device might make a great primary with a smaller data plan from Verizon or AT&T as your backup for rural areas.. Our video goes into detail on what Karma can and can’t do for you…
3. Unlimitedville: Unlimitedville is a small Tennessee based company that specializes in providing internet access to rural customers who do not have access to DSL or cable internet. They provide unlimited cellular services to businesses and end users through the Sprint network for only 42.99 per month! The data is not throttled but there is a 2 year Sprint contract required. Credit checks are done through Sprint and Sprint says they reserve the right to decline service to anyone however we’ve heard that most folks with good credit are approved without issue. For those with credit issues, Sprint usually offers  the ability to pre-pay for services which is another option. You can learn more about Unlimitedville on their website.
4. Assumption of Liability – This option is a risky one these days (2015-2016) but still a possibility if you a Verizon or AT&T rep. who isn’t yet familiar with their updated policies and procedures.  This video goes into detail on the pros and cons of this option..
5. Verizon/AT&T Plan Rental – A more popular option than you might think. Many owners of large business accounts are renting their data plans to those willing to pay between 125 and 200 per month for 4G unlimited, uncapped data speeds. Our video explains exactly how you can get your hands on one of these rental options. If you would like to speak to someone we know and trust who offers rentals of both Verizon and AT&T please submit the form below.

Have another option for unlimited cellular data? Please post your comments and feedback below and we’ll respond quickly and make sure the conversation on this topic continues!

Update: A big thanks to David Good, one of our followers for pointing out that we forgot to mention the Karma device requires users to “sign in” via a login page when accessing the internet. This can mean that devices like Apple TV’s that currently do not support internet connections that require a sign in will not work unless additional hardware like a router is added to your setup. Also please see our January 2016 update above. 

Here is a brief summary list of the current offerings we’ve found by carrier as of February 15th, 2017.

AT&T Unlimited Plus: Price $90.00 (3G unlimited available for 60.00)

Update January 2018:AT&T has opened up their unlimited plans to non Direct TV customers but de-prioritization “may” be imposed at 22GB. This means that depending on network congestion, after 22GB of data usage, your speed may be slowed if you are using a congested tower. Many users have reported no slow downs once hitting the 22GB limit. Link to AT&T Site for more details.

ATT Unlimited:
Price: $100 per month (plus fees and taxes)
The fine print: AT&T’s unlimited-data plan is only available for DirecTV subscribers. The minimum cost for DirecTV’s base package is $50 per month, so we’re really talking $150 per month total for a single phone and DirecTV service. AT&T also reserves the right to throttle your data speeds down after you reach 22GB every month. Mobile hotspot capability isn’t part of the plan.

Verizon
Price: $80 per month (plus fees and taxes)
The fine print: You’ll need to use auto-pay and cancel your paper statements to get the best price; otherwise, it’s $85 per month. Mobile hotspot capability is part of this plan. De-prioritization “may” be imposed at 22GB. This means that depending on network congestion, after 22GB of data usage, your speed may be slowed if you are using a congested tower. Many users have reported no slow downs once hitting the 22GB limit. FAQ on Verizon site for more details. 

T-Mobile
Price: $70 per month
The fine print: The good news is that all taxes and fees are lumped into that $70 price, and you get a free hour of Gogo in-flight internet when you’re on a plane. You’ll need to sign up for auto-pay. If you use a ton of data every month (we’re talking the top three percent of data hogs), your speed may be throttled. In response to Verizon’s unlimited relaunch, T-Mobile added mobile-hotspot service and HD streaming to its own plan.

Cricket Wireless
Price: $65 per month (plus fees and taxes)
The fine print: You’ll need to activate auto-pay for that lowest price; otherwise it’s $70. Download speeds are capped at 8Mbps, which is slower than the US average. Doesn’t include mobile hotspot capability.

Sprint
Price: $50 per month (plus fees and taxes)
The fine print: You’ll need to activate auto-pay; otherwise it’s $55. Video resolution is capped at 480p. Doesn’t include mobile hotspot service.

Boost Mobile
Price: $50 per month (plus fees and taxes)
The fine print: Video is capped at 480p unless you pay an extra $20 per month for HD streaming. Music streamed from Spotify, Pandora, and iHeart Radio doesn’t count toward your monthly data—although that’s really more of a perk for data-limited plans.

US Cellular
Price: $50 per month (plus fees and taxes)
The fine print: Your data speeds start throttling back after just 500MB. Doesn’t include mobile hotspot capability.

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