Metro by
T-Mobile, formerly MetroPCS, is an
alternative to
T-Mobile's own prepaid. Metro's coverage includes Voice, Text and Data
Roaming in Mexico
and Canada, however, there is no off-network roaming in
the US. The MetroPCS
network offers both 4G LTE and 5G, the first Prepaid to do so.
Plans
start at a low price
point and Family plans are cheaper than average. They have no
activation fees and don't charge extra taxes and fees.
All plans
include Unlimited Web access with different thresholds for "throttling"
data speeds. Metro offers a "Bring Your Own Phone" plan that includes
certain iPhone models. They have a good
selection of phones. We have never dealt with MetroPCS
customer
service but it should on the same above-average level as
T-Mobile. Metro
has their own stores which adds some benefit when
you need help with returns and adjustments. Occasionally, Metro
stores have promotional deals that are not available online,
and vice versa.