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About Tracfone Wireless

Tracfone Wireless is a budget-friendly cell phone service provider that lets customers keep their own phones, customize their plans and enjoy the flexibility of a prepaid plan. Customers never have to sign a long-term contract and can carry unused minutes, text and data over to the next month. Tracfone offers simple, transparent plans that don’t include overage charges or hidden fees.

Pros
  • Customers can keep their phones
  • Multiple plans available
  • Low monthly rates
Cons
  • Not compatible with all phones
  • Slower data speeds

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Geneva, IL
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Have been with Tracfone for 11 years and service etc was good. Was on an autopay type plan and cost did not change much over that period. Last month I noticed on my credit card th...

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Los Angeles, CA
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I have traveled across the country, and have always enjoyed good connections. I have owned a TracFone for about 4 years and I find this prepaid plan works perfect for casual phone...

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What is Tracfone Wireless?

Tracfone is a nationwide prepaid cell phone service. It lets customers keep their existing phones and numbers. Customers in the market for a new phone can browse the large inventory of name-brand phones, including LG, Samsung, Motorola and Apple. Tracfone phones can be purchased at a discounted rate, and shipping is free.

Some plans can be set to refill automatically, while others require manual refills online or at a Tracfone location. Customers can add extra features to their plans, such as global calling or additional minutes, text and data.

Other features that can be added to a basic plan include lost and stolen phone coverage and mobile protection. These services act as insurance in case your phone is lost, stolen or damaged.

Tracfone offers a wide selection of name brand phones, many of which are great for kids and seniors.

Tracfone Wireless plans

Tracfone Wireless offers a variety of plans at different price points. Some of the most popular plans are:

Length of planMinutes/textDataMonthly price*
30 daysUnlimited3 GB$30
30 daysUnlimited2 GB$25
365 days1500/15001.5 GB$125
60 days750/10001.0 GB$35
30 days500/500500 MB$15

*At the time of publishing

Many plans are $5 to $10 cheaper than the listed price when you sign up for auto-refill. If you want to add global calling or more minutes and texts, you can purchase add-ons. Tracfone Wireless also offers student discounts.

Tracfone Wireless has plans for smartphones and basic phones and plans designed for people who talk and text more than they browse the internet or stream music. Basic phone plans range from $10 to $100 a month, and smartphone plans range from $15 to $125.

Customers can use their compatible phones with Tracfone Wireless or purchase one through the company. Customers can purchase basic flip phones for $20, older Galaxy phones for $30 and iPhone 7s for $240 along with many other phone options at different price points.

How much does a one-year Tracfone card cost?

The one-year smartphone plan costs $125 at the time of publishing. This is a one-time purchase that covers your wireless service for 365 days. The auto-refill price is $118 at the time of publishing. With this plan you receive:

  • 1500 minutes
  • 1500 texts
  • 1.5 GB of data at 4G LTE Speed
  • No contracts

Customers can purchase refill cards at Walmart and Target, over the phone or at one of the 70,000 Tracfone locations nationwide.

Tracfone Wireless FAQ

What network is Tracfone?

Tracfone Wireless uses a mobile virtual network operator that includes Verizon Wireless, AT&T Mobility, T-Mobile US, Sprint Corporation and U.S. Cellular.

Is there an unlimited plan for Tracfone?

Yes. The StraightTalk service offers 30 MB of data and unlimited calls and texts for $45 per month.

Does Tracfone Wireless charge for Wi-Fi?

No. As long as your phone is active and has Wi-Fi capabilities, there is no charge.

What is Tracfone Wireless compatible with?

Tracfone Wireless will work on GSM Unlocked phones, AT&T-compatible phones, T-Mobile-compatible phones, Verizon-compatible phones and some CDMA Technology-compatible phones.

What is Tracfone’s coverage area?

Tracfone has extensive coverage on the East Coast of the county and central states, with less coverage in the mountain states and on the West Coast.

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Is Tracfone legit?

Yes. Tracfone Wireless is a trusted and reliable cell phone provider that lets people stay connected without signing long-term contracts. Its affordable monthly plans offer basic features and are ideal for those who do not use their phones all the time.

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    Customer ServiceCoverageTechStaff

    Reviewed May 21, 2026

    I use to love this company. Been with them since I was a teen. Now lately it's been crap. My service keeps dropping without reasons. Then WHEN I wanted switch to a new phone and had issues, it took over 3 1/2 to almost 4 days to freaking fix it and get it working. On top the staff some were very rude and some were nice. The other staff issue is that they do NOT have any american staff it seems, it seems all the staff is out states and countries meaning their ways are different than ours. I don't recommended them and will be switching to somewhere else.

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed May 21, 2026

    I been a customer for years and now customer service is the pits. I kept telling them the unlimited plan states that the data is rolled over but they don't. This is the 2nd time I complained and they keep saying I had 1.68 GB left. But I told them it is another plan the pay as you go plan balance. On the unlimited plan I had 6.06 GB so this should of rolled over to the new 4 GB they gave me so total should be 10.06. No, they said I used up everything except 1.68. I said give me an email address and will send screenshots. No, they can't give an email. Then cut me short saying thank you for being a valued customer but I lost the 6.06 GB balance.

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      Customer ServiceTechPunctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed May 20, 2026

      I am out of data, and I am trying to use Rewards to buy some. Of course, I can't. I try calling and after fighting my way through digital help I get cut off when being transferred to a person. And the chat is way behind. Is there a worse company for customer service? I will be dumping them as soon as I can. No sense waiting for my contract to expire.

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      Customer ServiceCoverageTechMaintenance

      Reviewed May 19, 2026

      I wouldn't recommend this service to ANYONE, they're constantly having issues with their system. I have to call in EVERY 3-6 months to fix a problem they created & they still don't fix it completely.

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      Customer ServiceTechOnline & AppStaffRatesFollow-Through

      Reviewed May 18, 2026

      I would rate minus 10 if I could. Absolute worst cell company!! Their app is ridiculous. Their customer service reps are a bunch of liars!! After I asked for transfer pins, they deleted all our data on 2 lines about 5 days ahead of our contract close date. We were on travel at the time, and had no GPS capability because of the data removal. I talked with 3 separate customer service reps, and each of them acknowledged the premature data deletion and committed to return the data. None of them followed through with their commitments. We had to drive home 3.5 hours with no GPS. I hate Tracfone. Also, we had trouble with their Auto Refill EVERY month. Had to be on the phone to get a line reconnected after the turnoff, even with AutoFill active. ##@$$$&!!!!

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      After a positive interaction with Tracfone Wireless, william increased their star rating.

      Reviewed May 12, 2026

      Was told that I qualified for a free phone because of customer loyalty. Never received or heard about the phone and it’s been over a month.

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      Customer ServiceStaff

      Reviewed May 12, 2026

      I’ve used Tracfone for 6 years. Purchased a new phone through Tracfone. Tried to get old number transferred to new phone. Started with the 611611 which they advise you to use. Tried 4 times. Ended up calling, after 3rd attempt, finally got a heavily accented person with so much background noise from the calling center. This process took over 2 hours. So much frustration. Like most all reviews, if you need something, help is almost nonexistent. Terrible, awful customer service. Do not sign up with them.

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      Reviewed May 2, 2026

      I liked Tracfone until I bought the TLC 3 flip..... complete garbage. Never had a problem until TLC tried 2x..., same problems no signal or weak signal and I live in a strong signal area.

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      CoverageOnline & App

      Reviewed May 2, 2026

      Since Verizon took over the website is horrible...error message after error message trying to purchase add-ons. Fix it already!!! It's been months.

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      Customer ServiceTechSales & MarketingPricePunctuality & SpeedStaffRates

      Reviewed April 28, 2026

      Where to begin? I have been a Tracfone customer for many years and had few problems, but that has changed since I purchased a new phone from them in March. First, my existing data balance did not transfer to the new phone, and it was a sizable amount. I chatted with 3 different agents, none of whom were able to help. I talked with 2 agents until my call was disconnected.

      Then I got a survey asking me to rate customer service, while they were apparently unable to recontact me to continue helping me. After stewing for about a week, I called one more time, and this agent said at first she could find no evidence that I had no data from the old phone. I told her that was unacceptable. She talked to someone else, and they miraculously found about half the data, so I accepted them. Now, a week or so later, I began getting notifications occasionally that texts could not be sent or received. I chatted with an agent who told me the plan on the new phone was not set up for auto refill, although I was assured earlier that it was.

      She set me up for auto-refill for the same plan my husband has, but now that the charge has appeared on my card, I see that I am being charged more than my husband. If I could change carriers, I would have done that a week ago, but Verizon has changed their policy for unlocking phones. With the advertised "no contract" Tracfone plan, I have to complete 365 days of paid service before I can leave Tracfone. Be assured, when I complete that time, I will immediately leave Tracfone.

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      Tracfone Wireless Company Information

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