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Old 08-26-2020, 08:16 PM
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[QUOTE=toddao;1822723]I'm considering a switch from Verizon to Consumer Cellular to save a little money. I currently pay about $130/mo (including taxes and fees) for two phones. It appears I can switch to CS for about $50 - $60 with 10GB of data. Consumer Reports rates them #1.

If you are using Consumer Cellular, how do you like it? Data speed, customer service, voice/text response time, etc.

I was considering CC and didn't get one negative comment from anyone I talked to personally who used the service, including relatives. However, this may not apply to you, but since I was a Comcast customer, friends convinced me I had nothing to loose by trying their free cell service. Of course it's not actually "free", most tell me I could find a cheaper option as a TV supplier, but, while I don't like the bill, I do like the (relative) dependability Comcast has provided for TV and internet. So, I consider their free cell service a real bargain. The two phones, with unlimited talk & text, and some limits to data which has had no effect on us since the phones do have the advantage of automatically connecting to all Xfinity hot-spots (which are literally everywhere in the USA on every corner), so two phones add at most, $11 a month for both, not each, and many months no charge at all. At one time you had to have an Apple phone, no longer, we have Samsung.
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Why did you leaveCC?
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Have 4 phones with sprint/ T-Mobile. Unlimited data $89. A month
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Have had Consumer Cellular well over a year now. I’m on the at&t network through them, which is the same network I was on before them, only directly with at&t. I have seen no difference whatsoever, but am saving a solid $50 per month. Sounds like you’ll save quite a bit more. No reason not to do it. I also have two phones.
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Great service. Been using over 8 yrs. Paying$59/mth for 2 lines w/free text & more data than we come close to using.
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I'm considering a switch from Verizon to Consumer Cellular to save a little money. I currently pay about $130/mo (including taxes and fees) for two phones. It appears I can switch to CS for about $50 - $60 with 10GB of data. Consumer Reports rates them #1.

If you are using Consumer Cellular, how do you like it? Data speed, customer service, voice/text response time, etc.

Thanks for your input.
We’ve been using Consumer Cellular over 2 years and have had no problems. Coverage is excellent in all States and pay $51.00 for 2 iPhones. That’s all we’ve ever paid. We highly recommend Consumer Cellular.
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I was with AT&T for over ten years at about $160.00 @. Month.
Switched to Consumer about six months ago for $70.00@ month
Very happy with the change.
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After reading all the comments, I'm considering trying CC. I have Boost mobile, though the price is reasonable at $30 per phone per month unlimited, I have grown to hate their customer service. I hardly use my phone for calls. Signal is unreliable, phone never rings goes to voicemail and blocked callers can still leave a voicemail. Had a horrible experience at the Boost store on 441; they sold us the wrong charging cable for spouse's phone after looking at the phone, then refused exchange or return. Terrible business practices, total ripoff. Out $20 but it's the principle of the thing! Stay away from Boost. So frustrating!
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I'm considering a switch from Verizon to Consumer Cellular to save a little money. I currently pay about $130/mo (including taxes and fees) for two phones. It appears I can switch to CS for about $50 - $60 with 10GB of data. Consumer Reports rates them #1.

If you are using Consumer Cellular, how do you like it? Data speed, customer service, voice/text response time, etc.

Thanks for your input.
Have you checked into Verizon's Senior Plan? I have 2 lines, unlimited talk, unlimited date for $40 per line with all the taxes we pay $89 for 2 lines. Call them (I call the local offices here scattered around The Villages) or go online.
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Old 08-27-2020, 01:01 PM
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Anyone with Consumer Cellular and AT&T SIM card in Sanibel? We currently have AT&T and a microcell from them in order to to get service. Wondering if we switch to CC how the service will be and will it work with the microcell. Does T-Mobil work well in Sanibel? Any thoughts out there? Thanks.
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Verizon has a 55 and older plan that cost me about $72 per month unlimited data and calls to mexico and canada
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I cut my Verizon bill in half when I went with CC. Have had it for 2 years. Very satisfied. Network coverage has been adequate when I traveled.
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I'm considering a switch from Verizon to Consumer Cellular to save a little money. I currently pay about $130/mo (including taxes and fees) for two phones. It appears I can switch to CS for about $50 - $60 with 10GB of data. Consumer Reports rates them #1.

If you are using Consumer Cellular, how do you like it? Data speed, customer service, voice/text response time, etc.

Thanks for your input.
I've had CC since 2004. They have been great. You can choose an AT&T or a T-Mobile SIM. You can even change your mind if you find the signal is weak in your area.

Great company and great prices.
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Old 09-03-2020, 06:47 AM
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Switched from Verizon to Consumer Cellular. Very reliable service although service can be spotting in rural areas
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