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Verizon Prepaid vs Postpaid // Saving $60 a month

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Transitioning to Verizon Prepaid

A budget-conscious guide to cutting your monthly mobile expenses

~2
Lines
~$60
Monthly Savings
480p
Video Resolution
Section I

Switching Services

For over two years, I was on a Verizon Postpaid family plan, paying about $140 per month (approximately $153 including tax) for two lines with unlimited data. However, I recently reassessed my needs and made the switch to Verizon Prepaid.

 

New Plan Details

This transition has led to a monthly savings of roughly $60, which is quite significant.

  • →Monthly Cost — ~$90 for two lines (about $93 including tax)
  • →Line 1 — 16GB of data
  • →Line 2 — Unlimited data
Section II

Limitations of Prepaid

While the savings are great, there are three specific limitations to keep in mind regarding this plan:

  • →Video Quality — Video streams at a lower 480p resolution.
  • →Data Usage During Calls — I cannot use data while on the phone, which can be a slight inconvenience if I need to search the web during a call.
  • →Disney+ — The prepaid plan does not include Disney+ for free.
Tip: Since I mostly watch video on a small screen and stream over WiFi, the 480p restriction isn't a major concern. Similarly, since I already purchased Disney+ at a low price, the lack of a bundled subscription isn't a big issue for me.
FeaturePostpaid PlanPrepaid Plan
Monthly Cost~$153~$93
Savings-~$60
Video ResolutionStandard480p
Evaluating your actual mobile needs can result in substantial annual savings.
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