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Total Wireless: Bring Your Own Smartphone, Get 50% Off Prepaid Service Plans

from $20/mo.

$40

(for Up to 5 Years) - New Customers Onlyat Total Wireless
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Total Wireless offers New Customers: 50% Off Single Line Unlimited Prepaid Phone Plans with prices starting at $20/month when you Bring Your Own Device (Total Wireless/Straight Talk/TracFone-branded devices do not qualify for the BYOD discount. The phone must be from another carrier). Shipping is free (for your SIM card).

Thanks to Deal Hunter dubba-low for finding this deal.
  • Note: A $0.99 physical SIM card charge applies (if one is needed). eSIM activation is also available for compatible devices.
Available Plans (prices after 50% off):
  • Base 5G Unlimited $20/month
    • Unlimited high-speed 5G/4G LTE data (deprioritized)
    • 5GB hotspot
    • 720p video streaming (when using mobile data)
    • Unlimited call minutes
    • Unlimited texts
    • International texting to 200+ countries
    • International calls to 85+ countries
    • 10GB roaming data in Canada & Mexico
  • Total 5G Unlimited $25/month w/ AutoPay
    • Unlimited high-speed 5G/4G LTE priority data (QCI rating: 8)
    • 15GB hotspot
    • 720p video streaming (when using mobile data)
    • Unlimited call minutes
    • Unlimited texts
    • International texting to 200+ countries
    • International calls to 180 countries
    • 10GB roaming data in Canada & Mexico
    • 10GB roaming data in 17 countries
    • 6-month Disney+ (no ads plan) streaming service subscription included
  • Total 5G+ Unlimited $30/month w/ AutoPay
    • Unlimited high-speed 5G/4G LTE priority data (QCI rating: 8)
    • Unlimited hotspot (at 5Mbps speed)
    • 720p video streaming (when using mobile data)
    • Unlimited call minutes
    • Unlimited texts
    • International texting to 200+ countries
    • International calls to 85+ countries
    • 10GB roaming data in Canada & Mexico
    • 10GB roaming data in 17 countries
    • Disney+ (no ads plan) streaming service subscription included

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • Offer Details:
    • This offer matches this popular FrontPage Deal which received over 100 Thumbs Up from the community.
    • Total Wireless is owned by Verizon and operates on the Verizon network.
    • Price guaranteed for 5 years
    • Taxes & fees included
    • You must bring your own, compatible device (you can check device compatibility by entering your device's IMEI number during the checkout process).
    • Check Total Wireless (Verizon-based) coverage in your area on this page.
    • Limited time offer. Applies to new customers who activate a single line on any Total Wireless Unlimited plan and keep their line active. Not combinable with other discounts, such as Auto Pay.
    • After five (5) consecutive years, promo pricing will end and you may choose to continue with Total Wireless at the (then) normal full price per month for any plan they offer.
    • Note that this is a no contract, prepaid service and you are not required to commit upfront to remaining with Total Wireless for 5 years (or any predetermined length of time) in order to qualify for this price offer. You can port out your number if desired at any time without penalty; but you would forfeit this special offer pricing by deactivating your line.
  • About international roaming features:
    • International roaming is available only within the following select countries:
    • Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay and Peru.
    • These plans allow calls within the roaming country and to the US. Data used while roaming internationally will be deducted from your service plan's 10GB roaming allotment.
    • Not for extended international use; primary usage must occur in the US. Device must be registered and used on our US network before international use. Service may be terminated or restricted for unauthorized use. Other limitations, terms and conditions apply. Please refer always to the latest terms and conditions of service available at totalwireless.com.

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Total Wireless offers New Customers: 50% Off Single Line Unlimited Prepaid Phone Plans with prices starting at $20/month when you Bring Your Own Device (Total Wireless/Straight Talk/TracFone-branded devices do not qualify for the BYOD discount. The phone must be from another carrier). Shipping is free (for your SIM card).

Thanks to Deal Hunter dubba-low for finding this deal.
  • Note: A $0.99 physical SIM card charge applies (if one is needed). eSIM activation is also available for compatible devices.
Available Plans (prices after 50% off):
  • Base 5G Unlimited $20/month
    • Unlimited high-speed 5G/4G LTE data (deprioritized)
    • 5GB hotspot
    • 720p video streaming (when using mobile data)
    • Unlimited call minutes
    • Unlimited texts
    • International texting to 200+ countries
    • International calls to 85+ countries
    • 10GB roaming data in Canada & Mexico
  • Total 5G Unlimited $25/month w/ AutoPay
    • Unlimited high-speed 5G/4G LTE priority data (QCI rating: 8)
    • 15GB hotspot
    • 720p video streaming (when using mobile data)
    • Unlimited call minutes
    • Unlimited texts
    • International texting to 200+ countries
    • International calls to 180 countries
    • 10GB roaming data in Canada & Mexico
    • 10GB roaming data in 17 countries
    • 6-month Disney+ (no ads plan) streaming service subscription included
  • Total 5G+ Unlimited $30/month w/ AutoPay
    • Unlimited high-speed 5G/4G LTE priority data (QCI rating: 8)
    • Unlimited hotspot (at 5Mbps speed)
    • 720p video streaming (when using mobile data)
    • Unlimited call minutes
    • Unlimited texts
    • International texting to 200+ countries
    • International calls to 85+ countries
    • 10GB roaming data in Canada & Mexico
    • 10GB roaming data in 17 countries
    • Disney+ (no ads plan) streaming service subscription included

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • Offer Details:
    • This offer matches this popular FrontPage Deal which received over 100 Thumbs Up from the community.
    • Total Wireless is owned by Verizon and operates on the Verizon network.
    • Price guaranteed for 5 years
    • Taxes & fees included
    • You must bring your own, compatible device (you can check device compatibility by entering your device's IMEI number during the checkout process).
    • Check Total Wireless (Verizon-based) coverage in your area on this page.
    • Limited time offer. Applies to new customers who activate a single line on any Total Wireless Unlimited plan and keep their line active. Not combinable with other discounts, such as Auto Pay.
    • After five (5) consecutive years, promo pricing will end and you may choose to continue with Total Wireless at the (then) normal full price per month for any plan they offer.
    • Note that this is a no contract, prepaid service and you are not required to commit upfront to remaining with Total Wireless for 5 years (or any predetermined length of time) in order to qualify for this price offer. You can port out your number if desired at any time without penalty; but you would forfeit this special offer pricing by deactivating your line.
  • About international roaming features:
    • International roaming is available only within the following select countries:
    • Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay and Peru.
    • These plans allow calls within the roaming country and to the US. Data used while roaming internationally will be deducted from your service plan's 10GB roaming allotment.
    • Not for extended international use; primary usage must occur in the US. Device must be registered and used on our US network before international use. Service may be terminated or restricted for unauthorized use. Other limitations, terms and conditions apply. Please refer always to the latest terms and conditions of service available at totalwireless.com.

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Feb 7, 2026 7:43 PM
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slickd888Feb 7, 2026 7:43 PM
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I had this deal back when they infamously botched a similar offer a couple of years ago. Aside from having to file an FCC complaint to get them to honor the deal, I had no issues with Total Wireless. The base plan speed is crap so I got the prioritized plan for $25/mo all-in. I only recently switched to US Mobile for their included international data otherwise I would be fine staying with Total for domestic and occasional Canada/Mexico.
Feb 8, 2026 5:12 PM
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Joined Dec 2022
MaroonCabbage737Feb 8, 2026 5:12 PM
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If you travel to a country that's NOT on the roaming list, will wifi calling including SMS continue to work? That is, if someone in the US calls or texts me, will I still be able to receive them as long as I have wifi?
Feb 9, 2026 10:42 AM
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Joined Feb 2021
apprehensiveFeb 9, 2026 10:42 AM
124 Comments
Quote from Caffeineman :
I had total Wireless in the past and when I left them I told them I would share my story. Total Wireless stole from me, okay they attempted to steal from me.

I had four phones on total Wireless they all joined at different times so I paid four different times of the month. Total Wireless consolidated the four payments into one, in a new single once a month payment plan. It's fine it's what other companies have done, if they do it right. To do it right they would either needed to prorate my bill so I'm not paying for the same days that I had already paid for, or just eat the cost. They chose to make me pay for the same days that I'd already paid for. For example I already paid on the first for the entire month then on the 15th they charged me for an entire month again. When I called customer service the only thing they could do was apologize, I even got apologized to by a manager. During that call I handed my wife the phone and I called my credit card company explain the situation and got a credit back to my card. After that call with the credit card company my wife was still being apologized to by total Wireless. I promised three things to the guy apologizing to me. Number one I will get my money back, number two I will leave their company, and number three I will share my story with as many people that'll listen. I fulfilled my promise.

Also I recommend staying away from this company unless you're technical because basically there's no customer service or support, so you're on your own.

My point is if you get this service you are on your own.
Add credit to the account. I have this too but when I add credit to account they charge me properly. Also check if all ur lines are added to one. Sometimes they add it individually
Last edited by apprehensive February 9, 2026 at 02:45 AM.
Feb 9, 2026 10:03 PM
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DeathCabFeb 9, 2026 10:03 PM
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Quote from rohit15 :
seems decent. thinking about getting the iphone 16e from them at 3 months higher plan on a throw away number, then port my actual number after the initial 3 months
YMMV, but based on past reports if the phone was originally issued on TW (or any other VZW Value brand) it won't qualify for the BYOD offer, even if you leave and later come back with the phone.

No idea what happens if you do the BYOD offer with a different device and later try to switch over to a TW/VZW Value brand device. My guess is the system would drop the 50% plan discount, but never looking into that specific situation.
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Feb 10, 2026 12:07 AM
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Feb 10, 2026 12:07 AM
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Visible Base Plan is still $19 month at Bestbuy for 26 months

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/v...ku/6642659
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Feb 10, 2026 12:19 AM
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Joined Aug 2020
Mono141Feb 10, 2026 12:19 AM
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Quote from epenterprises :
Anyone can help me on this: I brought 2 Motorola Edge phones in April 2025 and a 1 month plan hoping that both phones omes would be eligible to be unlocked after the month. They weren't. Total Wireless changed the requirement to 2 months. I went overseas so I never paid for the 2nd month. My question is:- Do I have to do 2 consecutive months to get these phones unlocked?- Can I just pay for 1 month of service on each phone to qualify the phones to be unlocked?- What's the cheapest way of getting these phones unlocked from Total Wireless?
They changed the unlocked policy just recently. It now unlocks in a year.
Feb 10, 2026 4:38 AM
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Joined Jul 2018
FairVolcano9370Feb 10, 2026 4:38 AM
441 Comments
I buy phones directly from Samsung. I'm on VZW postpaid right now for 2 lines. So basically I can get this and get the same connectivity (less the roaming areas, which aren't a big deal for me anyway) and priority, but for a much less cost?

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Feb 10, 2026 2:15 PM
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Joined Nov 2005
chunmayFeb 10, 2026 2:15 PM
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Which 17 countries for data roaming?
Feb 10, 2026 4:04 PM
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TiltJunkieFeb 10, 2026 4:04 PM
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Quote from manfromnowhere :
I use this for a work line, deprioritization can get pretty noticeable during large events but it's been fine otherwise. The real deal here is the +$10/mo for an unlimited tablet line, which you qualify for with this voice line.
I believe Total 5G and 5G+ are on QCI 8 which is highest Verizon priority available to consumers. I don't experience any issues.
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Feb 10, 2026 4:10 PM
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TiltJunkieFeb 10, 2026 4:10 PM
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Quote from FairVolcano9370 :
I buy phones directly from Samsung. I'm on VZW postpaid right now for 2 lines. So basically I can get this and get the same connectivity (less the roaming areas, which aren't a big deal for me anyway) and priority, but for a much less cost?
Yes. I've been on byebye plan for over a year. It was a pain getting onboarded initially due to their systems not being ready but has been smooth sailing since then.
Feb 10, 2026 5:47 PM
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Joined Nov 2013
vaca232Feb 10, 2026 5:47 PM
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You can also get a $15 Fios bill credit. So, if you're already paying for Disney+ and Fios, those two discounts fully offset the cost of the plan.

You can also apply the Disney+ credit to Disney+/Hulu/Max/ESPN bundles.
Feb 10, 2026 5:50 PM
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audierulesFeb 10, 2026 5:50 PM
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what's everyones opinion on 5G and 5G+? recently got cricket with 5G+ and its really fast. just wondering if I really need it over 5G.
Feb 10, 2026 7:04 PM
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starcaptorFeb 10, 2026 7:04 PM
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I got this via byebye promo. Apart from the FCC complaint (which was handled pretty elegantly by tracfone corporate, all said and done), the service has been drama free and quite good.

If you get c band signal around you (5g uw), it will easily break gigabit. Not much of a perk until you're in a really dense place during an event, like at a convention or a concert, where it shines.

However, they aren't the absolute coverage kings anymore...that would be ATT (just barely...hard to tell), since they built out towers seven years ago as part of their agreement with the govt to get first responders reception in the most remote areas (firstnet band 14, 700 mhz)

Also, in terms of a 'hell froze over' comparison, TMO actually has better penetration in some buildings/location (band 71, which is 600mhz AND has both 4g and 5g SA) than Verizon (band 13, 700 mhz, entirely 4g).

So while VZ has a larger footprint, it will be both slower, and lower capacity, at the same time. But if you can get their fast signal...it's freaking fast. The fastest of them all (c band and mmwave)

TMO has the lowest band of the low bands...and capacity, so if you're in some concrete prison and can catch their signal, it should be decently quick.

ATT is the only option in some seriously remote places (tribal lands, super rural).
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Feb 10, 2026 10:14 PM
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Kelkil79Feb 10, 2026 10:14 PM
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Feb 11, 2026 1:55 AM
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BigCheapSk8Feb 11, 2026 1:55 AM
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I signed up with a promo early January and got the Samsung s25 fe. Couldn't receive texts from day one. I've spent hours on the phone with tech support, still couldn't fix. Brought to the store they tried, couldn't do it. Filed a BBB and FCC complaint. They called and "escalated" to higher tier support a week ago. They've called me 3 times since for no reason at all other than to bug me, still waiting for higher tier support. Do yourself a favor, run...
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