Best Mobile Carriers · head-to-head
Cricket Wireless vs Google Fi Wireless
A sourced, side-by-side comparison for mobile carriers. Google Fi Wireless has the lower entry price. Every figure links to the vendor's own page and the date we captured it.
Google Fi Wireless has the lower entry price — Cricket Wireless starts at $35/mo, Google Fi Wireless at $20/mo. Free tier: Cricket Wireless No, Google Fi Wireless No. HIPAA: Cricket Wireless —, Google Fi Wireless —.
As of 2026-06-13 · figures link to their source below
Side by side
Cricket Wireless
$35/mo entryGoogle Fi Wireless
$20/mo entrySources — Cricket Wireless: cricketwireless.com (verified 2026-06-13) · Google Fi Wireless: support.google.com (verified 2026-06-13)
Key features
Cricket Wireless: Runs on AT&T's nationwide 5G network; Taxes included in advertised plan prices; 14-day free trial via TryCricket app (no SIM swap needed); HD Voice and Wi-Fi Calling on compatible devices; International texting to 200+ countries on Smart and Supreme tiers; Mexico and Canada unlimited calling and texting on Smart and Supreme tiers; 100GB–150GB cloud storage via myPhotoVault app; HBO Max Basic with Ads included on Supreme Unlimited; Hotspot data plans available for tablets; Smartwatch plans ($10/mo) available as add-on
Google Fi Wireless: Multi-network switching between T-Mobile and US Cellular (on supported Pixel and Fi-designed phones); International data included in 200+ countries on all plans (Flexible: $10/GB; Premium: 50GB high-speed); No international roaming fees for data in 200+ destinations; YouTube Premium included on Unlimited Premium (6 months); 100GB Google One storage per person on Unlimited Premium; Flexible pay-as-you-go data plan ideal for light users; Wi-Fi calling and texting automatic switching; eSIM and physical SIM supported; Google Fi app for account management and data monitoring; Works in Canada and Mexico on Standard and Premium tiers