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Sprint BYOD: 1-Year Unlimited Talk, Text & Data

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(w/ Eligible Device, SIM Req.)at Sprint
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Update: The official end date to sign-up for this offer is 4/4/19 (and will not be extended again). Plans will remain active for one year from your sign-up date (promotion discount will be retired in full on 4/30/2020).

Sprint is offering 1-Year Unlimited Talk, Text & Data for Free (pay only the monthly tax/fees per line) when you bring an eligible unlocked smartphone. Thanks andrewmackoul and comintel

Note, you will be required a purchase a Sprint SIM card to take advantage of this offer (SIM card is $2.99 ea. and $10 shipping & handling + tax).

Plan includes:
  • Unlimited data, talk and text
    • Video at speeds up to 1080p -> now 480p (DVD quality)
    • Music at up to 1.5Mbps -> now 500 Kbps
    • Gaming streams at up to 8Mbps -> now 2Mbps
    • Unlimited 4G LTE data for most everything else. Data deprioritization applies during congestion.
After 4/30/2020 (or the one-year end date noted on your account, whichever comes first), the price will become:
  • Line 1: $60/mo.
  • Line 2: $40/mo.
  • Lines 3-5: $20/mo. each per line
  • Pricing shown with AutoPay. Add $5/mo. per line without AutoPay.


Eligible Devices (updated 3/11/19, domestic versions). Must be unlocked and/or compatible with Sprint SIM card and network.
Note, other phones may be eligible. If your phone isn't listed below, you may check compatibility here or on the promotion page by clicking on the "Get Started" link:
  • Apple iPhone
    • Apple iPhone 5c (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 5s (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 6
    • Apple iPhone 6 Plus
    • Apple iPhone 6s
    • Apple iPhone 6s Plus
    • Apple iPhone 7 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 7 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone SE
    • Apple iPhone X (Verizon only)
  • Google
    • Google Nexus 5 (16 & 32 GB – black/white/red) (Verizon only)
    • Google Nexus 5X (all versions)
    • Google Nexus 6 (32 & 64 GB – black/white)
    • Google Nexus 6P (all versions)
    • Google Pixel
    • Google Pixel XL
    • Google Pixel 2
    • Google Pixel XL 2
    • Google Pixel 3
    • Google Pixel XL 3
  • Samsung
    • Samsung Galaxy Note8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 edge Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy Note9
    • Samsung Galaxy S10
    • Samsung Galaxy S10e
    • Samsung Galaxy S10+
  • Motorola
    • moto e4
    • moto e4 plus
    • moto g4
    • moto g4 play
    • moto g4 plus
    • moto g5 plus
    • moto g5s plus special edition
    • moto g6
    • moto g6 play
    • moto G7 Reo
    • moto x pure edition
    • moto x4
    • moto z2 play
    • moto z3 play
  • Other Brands
    • Alcatel IDOL5
    • Asus NovaGo
    • BLU S1/VIVO S
    • Essential Phone
    • HTC One A9 (Sprint Version only)
    • HP Spectre Folio GbPS ACPC
    • Lenovo Miix 630
    • Lenovo Yoga
    • LG X Charge
    • LG V30S
    • LG V35 ThinQ
    • LG G7 ThinQ
    • LG Stylo 4
    • LG V40 ThinQ
    • Nuu A6LC
    • Orbic Wonder
    • ZTE Blade Max 2s

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Credit approval req. Req. AutoPay, eBill, and port-in from postpaid carrier. Savings until 4/30/2020; then $60/mo. for line 1, $40/mo. for line 2 & $30/mo./line for lines 3-5. Reqs. AutoPay (discount applied w/in 2 invoices), new account, bring your own eligible device & Sprint SIM card. Refer to the forum thread for additional information & discussion. -johnny_miller
  • Updated 8/19/18: You may also refer to this article for more information. -Corwin
No longer included:

10GB of high-speed data per line to use toward mobile hotspot, VPN and Peer-2-Peer usage. Once your 10GB is used up:
  • Continue at up to 2G speeds (32 Kbps) on our network for no additional cost, or
  • Purchase more on-network high-speed data for $15/1GB to tide you over for the rest of your bill cycle.

Original Post

Written by andrewmackoul
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Update: The official end date to sign-up for this offer is 4/4/19 (and will not be extended again). Plans will remain active for one year from your sign-up date (promotion discount will be retired in full on 4/30/2020).

Sprint is offering 1-Year Unlimited Talk, Text & Data for Free (pay only the monthly tax/fees per line) when you bring an eligible unlocked smartphone. Thanks andrewmackoul and comintel

Note, you will be required a purchase a Sprint SIM card to take advantage of this offer (SIM card is $2.99 ea. and $10 shipping & handling + tax).

Plan includes:
  • Unlimited data, talk and text
    • Video at speeds up to 1080p -> now 480p (DVD quality)
    • Music at up to 1.5Mbps -> now 500 Kbps
    • Gaming streams at up to 8Mbps -> now 2Mbps
    • Unlimited 4G LTE data for most everything else. Data deprioritization applies during congestion.
After 4/30/2020 (or the one-year end date noted on your account, whichever comes first), the price will become:
  • Line 1: $60/mo.
  • Line 2: $40/mo.
  • Lines 3-5: $20/mo. each per line
  • Pricing shown with AutoPay. Add $5/mo. per line without AutoPay.


Eligible Devices (updated 3/11/19, domestic versions). Must be unlocked and/or compatible with Sprint SIM card and network.
Note, other phones may be eligible. If your phone isn't listed below, you may check compatibility here or on the promotion page by clicking on the "Get Started" link:
  • Apple iPhone
    • Apple iPhone 5c (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 5s (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 6
    • Apple iPhone 6 Plus
    • Apple iPhone 6s
    • Apple iPhone 6s Plus
    • Apple iPhone 7 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 7 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone SE
    • Apple iPhone X (Verizon only)
  • Google
    • Google Nexus 5 (16 & 32 GB – black/white/red) (Verizon only)
    • Google Nexus 5X (all versions)
    • Google Nexus 6 (32 & 64 GB – black/white)
    • Google Nexus 6P (all versions)
    • Google Pixel
    • Google Pixel XL
    • Google Pixel 2
    • Google Pixel XL 2
    • Google Pixel 3
    • Google Pixel XL 3
  • Samsung
    • Samsung Galaxy Note8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 edge Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy Note9
    • Samsung Galaxy S10
    • Samsung Galaxy S10e
    • Samsung Galaxy S10+
  • Motorola
    • moto e4
    • moto e4 plus
    • moto g4
    • moto g4 play
    • moto g4 plus
    • moto g5 plus
    • moto g5s plus special edition
    • moto g6
    • moto g6 play
    • moto G7 Reo
    • moto x pure edition
    • moto x4
    • moto z2 play
    • moto z3 play
  • Other Brands
    • Alcatel IDOL5
    • Asus NovaGo
    • BLU S1/VIVO S
    • Essential Phone
    • HTC One A9 (Sprint Version only)
    • HP Spectre Folio GbPS ACPC
    • Lenovo Miix 630
    • Lenovo Yoga
    • LG X Charge
    • LG V30S
    • LG V35 ThinQ
    • LG G7 ThinQ
    • LG Stylo 4
    • LG V40 ThinQ
    • Nuu A6LC
    • Orbic Wonder
    • ZTE Blade Max 2s

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Credit approval req. Req. AutoPay, eBill, and port-in from postpaid carrier. Savings until 4/30/2020; then $60/mo. for line 1, $40/mo. for line 2 & $30/mo./line for lines 3-5. Reqs. AutoPay (discount applied w/in 2 invoices), new account, bring your own eligible device & Sprint SIM card. Refer to the forum thread for additional information & discussion. -johnny_miller
  • Updated 8/19/18: You may also refer to this article for more information. -Corwin
No longer included:

10GB of high-speed data per line to use toward mobile hotspot, VPN and Peer-2-Peer usage. Once your 10GB is used up:
  • Continue at up to 2G speeds (32 Kbps) on our network for no additional cost, or
  • Purchase more on-network high-speed data for $15/1GB to tide you over for the rest of your bill cycle.

Original Post

Written by andrewmackoul

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Mar 6, 2019 3:59 AM
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comintelMar 6, 2019 3:59 AM
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Quote from qwertyuio :
Is wifi hotspot completely disallowed on this plan or is it at slow speed? Thanks.
It is completely disallowed.
Mar 6, 2019 4:34 AM
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lou2004Mar 6, 2019 4:34 AM
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Quote from qwertyuio :
Does this apply to all carriers? I tried this on MetroPCS (no hotspot plan) but it did not work. Thanks.
Sprint only
Mar 6, 2019 4:38 AM
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comintelMar 6, 2019 4:38 AM
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edog11Mar 6, 2019 5:00 AM
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Quote from Le8501 :
I would like to get my son an Apple Watch. I really don't know much about them but I don't want to spend a lot on monthly service so was thinking about doing this for it. Would that work? I've already ported 4 lines so I'm familiar with the process for mobiles. I just have no idea how it would work for a watch. I do know that I'll be getting him the model that doesn't require a phone to be nearby.




It's not even an option.
The free plan is for Phones only. You can add a paid unlimited watch plan for $10/month +taxes+surcharges.
You would need cellular series 3(A1860,1) or series 4(A1975,6) they will use e-sim for LTE, no CDMA coverage. You'll be still be able to make calls and texts and data but will need to be in sprint LTE coverage areas.
Last edited by edog11 March 5, 2019 at 09:26 PM.
Mar 6, 2019 5:00 AM
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SamKQboroMar 6, 2019 5:00 AM
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Quote from Le8501 :
I would like to get my son an Apple Watch. I really don't know much about them but I don't want to spend a lot on monthly service so was thinking about doing this for it. Would that work? I've already ported 4 lines so I'm familiar with the process for mobiles. I just have no idea how it would work for a watch. I do know that I'll be getting him the model that doesn't require a phone to be nearby.
No watches nor tablets. See near the top of the wiki post for link to the latest list of phones.
Mar 6, 2019 5:30 AM
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CalvinKo805Mar 6, 2019 5:30 AM
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How are receptions, coverage in San Gabriel Valley, Los Angeles area?
Mar 6, 2019 5:31 AM
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lillazyfats81Mar 6, 2019 5:31 AM
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Quote from CalvinKo805 :
How are receptions, coverage in San Gabriel Valley, Los Angeles area?
It's good go for it.

Valley and Atlantic, by office depot gets over 100mbit/sec..no joke.


Parts in dtla is flaky though.

But free is good.

Main complaint is the latency sprint has overall. Tmobile IMO is best in 626

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Mar 6, 2019 5:33 AM
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MichealM7200Mar 6, 2019 5:33 AM
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Quote from SamKQboro :
No watches nor tablets. See near the top of the wiki post for link to the latest list of phones.
Also note, if you change devices, even after the 4 month period, to a "data device" (e.g. watch, tablet, USB dongle) the promotion will be good and you'll get charged the full cost of the plan
Mar 6, 2019 2:38 PM
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TheHellionMar 6, 2019 2:38 PM
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Can anyone tell me how big of a difference my sprint service would be if I had band 41. My iPhone se only has bands 25 and 26 and in my home development and inside certain areas I have 1x extended coverage or 3g. I've been thinking of buying the moto x4 but I don't want to waste money only to have the same service.
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Genghis_KhanMar 6, 2019 3:17 PM
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Quote from TheHellion :
Can anyone tell me how big of a difference my sprint service would be if I had band 41. My iPhone se only has bands 25 and 26 and in my home development and inside certain areas I have 1x extended coverage or 3g. I've been thinking of buying the moto x4 but I don't want to waste money only to have the same service.
If band 41 is in your coverage area it will make a super huuuuuge difference in network speed. I prefer an ebay refurbished Pixel XL than my Moto X4. With animations off, it's way snappier.
Mar 6, 2019 5:00 PM
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za0Mar 6, 2019 5:00 PM
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Quote from TheHellion :
Can anyone tell me how big of a difference my sprint service would be if I had band 41. My iPhone se only has bands 25 and 26 and in my home development and inside certain areas I have 1x extended coverage or 3g. I've been thinking of buying the moto x4 but I don't want to waste money only to have the same service.
Does the non-sprint SE not roam on T-mobile LTE? That would be disappointing because I planned on using it. Unless T-mobile is also bad at your locations.
Last edited by za0 March 6, 2019 at 09:05 AM.
Mar 6, 2019 5:22 PM
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DestroyerofWorldsMar 6, 2019 5:22 PM
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Quote from desi_babu_2010 :
agree with below...great summary..
countless people have taken advantage of this deal.
a few (like urself) have not prepared and therefore failed.
Oh, I was prepared. Got rep to confirm it would be free until 3/31/20. When I tried to activate after receiving the sim the reps didn't seem to care that it would not activate. Finally told me to call back in 48 hours if it wasn't activated, LOL.

They did confirm that I was erroneously put on the wrong plan and offered to fix it, but after hours on hold I was done.

With t-mobile the customer service is amazing.

Being prepared has nothing to do with their credit check system not working. And tons of people have issues with it.

Being prepared has nothing to do with being put on the wrong plan after they confirmed I was signed up for the free plan.

Being prepared has nothing to do with Sprints long hold times.

Bottom line is, even if it all went right Sprint has lousy customer service if you ever need anything. Free is about the right price for their offerings.
Mar 6, 2019 5:57 PM
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stevedensmoreMar 6, 2019 5:57 PM
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Anyone out there offering SWAC referrals? I'm in great need of one as my BYOD account is about to expire, and I'm going to hold out on activating my new S10 Plus until I can get back onto an employee referral program. Regretting giving up my SERO plan.
Last edited by stevedensmore March 6, 2019 at 10:01 AM.
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desi_babu_2010Mar 6, 2019 6:22 PM
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Quote from DestroyerofWorlds :
Oh, I was prepared. Got rep to confirm it would be free until 3/31/20. When I tried to activate after receiving the sim the reps didn't seem to care that it would not activate. Finally told me to call back in 48 hours if it wasn't activated, LOL.

They did confirm that I was erroneously put on the wrong plan and offered to fix it, but after hours on hold I was done.

With t-mobile the customer service is amazing.

Being prepared has nothing to do with their credit check system not working. And tons of people have issues with it.

Being prepared has nothing to do with being put on the wrong plan after they confirmed I was signed up for the free plan.

Being prepared has nothing to do with Sprints long hold times.

Bottom line is, even if it all went right Sprint has lousy customer service if you ever need anything. Free is about the right price for their offerings.
as wiki indicates:
preparation would have been to have all items before u ever call sprint.
1. phone number to port
i) all info from old carrier
2. sprint eligible phone
3. sim card for that phone

all done in one call

side note , for u sprint has lousy c service.
for me it is t m that has the same
jane doe hates comcast
billy bob cannot stand verzion

bottom line....countless people have taken advantage of this plan.
$ to donuts...overwhelming majority are quite happy

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kwaboatMar 6, 2019 6:26 PM
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Quote from CalvinKo805 :
How are receptions, coverage in San Gabriel Valley, Los Angeles area?
I'm in covina, azusa glendora areas a lot no problem. Never had a problem in Alhambra montevallo or el sereno areas either. Been in most if not all SGV cities and it's worked fine

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