Which wireless carrier is right for you?

By: Teresa M.
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
Which wireless carrier is right for you?
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About This Quiz

Maybe it's time to renew your current wireless contract, or maybe you just want to know if there's something better out there. Let's find out which wireless carrier is right for your needs!
How important is unlimited data to you?
It's high on my list of priorities.
It's somewhat important.
It's very important.
I don't need unlimited data.
Have you ever used a prepaid plan?
No, I haven't used a prepaid plan.
I have, but it was a long time ago.
I have used AT&T's GoPhone plan.
I only use prepaid plans.
How many devices will you include on your plan?
2.
3.
4 or more.
1.

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Which device do you need wireless service for the most?
Phone.
Tablet.
Laptop.
Smartwatch.
Where are you most likely to shop for a wireless plan?
Online.
Mall kiosk.
Wireless provider's store.
I will weigh the options at several places.
Which wireless provider do you think has the best deals?
Verizon.
T-Mobile.
Virgin.
Cricket.

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Would you be open to a smaller wireless provider?
I would be open to the cheapest option.
I prefer more established providers.
I like my large provider.
I think smaller providers are worth visiting.
Will you share your wireless plan with anyone?
Yes, I will share my plan with my spouse.
Yes, I will share my plan with my co-workers.
Yes, I will share my plan with my kids.
No, I simply need a plan for myself.
How much data do you require?
3 GB.
6 GB.
Unlimited.
I don't need much data.

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What do you use your phone for the most?
Calls.
Texts.
Internet.
I only have a phone for emergencies.
Which wireless provider has the best advertisements?
Verizon.
A local provider.
AT&T.
Cricket.
If you were sharing a plan, who would use the most data?
Me.
My child.
My spouse.
I wouldn't share my plan.

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Do you have the latest version of your phone?
It's a couple years old.
I have an ancient phone.
I do have the latest version.
I am not sure.
What is your biggest concern when choosing a wireless plan?
The amount of data.
Coverage area.
Ability to upgrade.
Price.
Do you spend more time talking or texting?
I talk and text fairly equally.
I text more.
I think I talk more.
I don't text much.

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What kind of phone would you prefer?
Samsung.
Nokia.
iPhone.
Blackberry.
How important is insurance coverage to you?
I think it's just a ploy to charge more.
It's somewhat important.
I definitely want coverage on my devices.
I really don't need insurance.
Do you use your wireless service for your job?
I use it for personal use and for my job.
It's mostly for my job.
It's for personal use.
If it were the right plan, I would use it for my job.

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What phone feature is most important to you?
Size.
Ease of use.
Price.
Reception.
Would you add a tablet to your plan?
Maybe at some other time.
Yes, I need a tablet for my job.
Yes, additional devices are not that expensive to add.
No, I just need a phone.
Do you often use your phone as a hotspot?
I use my phone as a hotspot only when I need it.
I frequently use my phone as a hotspot.
I always use my phone as a hotspot.
No, I don't use my phone as a hotspot.

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Do you still have a landline?
Yes, I keep it for emergencies.
No, I did away with my landline a long time ago.
No, my cell phone suffices.
Yes, and I use it all the time.
Would you ever add your best friend to your plan?
No, they have their own plan.
Sure, it would save us both money.
No, but I have added my family.
Yes, my best friend could use the service.
What do you find most confusing about wireless plans?
The bills are impossible to read.
There are too many options.
Calculating the amount of data I need is confusing.
I find the sales people most confusing.

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What is most important to you in a wireless provider?
Customer service.
Reputation.
Popularity.
Flexibility.
Do you remember which wireless provider you had first?
it's been too long to remember.
I had a prepaid service.
I am still with my first provider.
It is now a defunct provider.
Do you send a lot of photos on your devices?
No, I don't take many pictures.
Yes, it's part of my job.
I send photos to friends and family.
I just want my phone to be a phone.

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Are you considering changing providers?
I am always looking for a better deal.
I like my current provider.
I would change if I could find better service.
No, I just want to make sure I have the right plan.
Do you have fancy cases for your devices?
I have sturdy cases for some of my devices.
Yes, all my devices have protective cases.
I have a decorative case for my phone.
I just throw my phone in my bag.
How do you feel about bundled services?
I prefer single services.
Sometimes bundled services are cheaper.
I think bundled services get too complicated.
I haven't really thought about it.

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