Boost Mobile vs Total Wireless
By Rob Webber • Founder & Editor
Head-to-head comparison of plans, features, and pricing
Boost Mobile
AT&T network
$25/mo
3 plans available
Total Wireless
Verizon network
$40/mo
3 plans available
Feature Comparison
Feature Boost Mobile Total Wireless
Networks AT&T & T-Mobile Verizon
Data Speed 5G & 4G LTE 5G & 4G LTE
3G Network GSM CDMA
Mobile Hotspot Yes - Select plans ✅
5G ✅ ✅
VoLTE ✅ ✅
WiFi Calling ✅ ✅
Visual Voicemail ✅ ✅
Bring Your Phone ✅ ✅
Keep Your Number ✅ ✅
Contract No Contract No Contract
Credit Check ❌ ❌
Taxes Included ❌ ❌
Multi-line Discounts ✅ ✅
Multi-month Discounts ❌ ❌
Money Back Guarantee ❌ ❌
Customer Service Mon-Sun 4am-12am ET Mon-Sun 8am-11:45pm ET
International Calls Yes - As add-on Yes - As add-on
International Roaming Yes - As add-on ❌
Plans Side by Side
Boost Mobile Plans
Unlimited
Unlimited · 5G
$25
Unlimited+
Unlimited · 5G
$50
Unlimited Premium
Unlimited · 5G
$60
Total Wireless Plans
Unlimited Base
Unlimited · 5G
$40
Unlimited
Unlimited · 5G
$50
Unlimited+
Unlimited · 5G
$60
Our Verdict
Boost Mobile is better for budget-conscious users who want plans starting at $25/mo on the AT&T network. Total Wireless is better if you want plans on the Verizon network starting at $40/mo. Both carriers offer the same tower coverage as Big Wireless at a fraction of the price.
Who Should Choose Boost Mobile
- ✓ You want the AT&T network
- ✓ Plans starting at $25/mo
- ✓ 3 plan options to choose from
Who Should Choose Total Wireless
- ✓ You want the Verizon network
- ✓ Plans starting at $40/mo
- ✓ 3 plan options to choose from
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boost Mobile or Total Wireless cheaper?
Boost Mobile is cheaper, with plans starting at $25/mo. Total Wireless starts at $40/mo.
Which network does Boost Mobile use?
Boost Mobile uses the AT&T network. You get the same coverage as AT&T customers at a lower price.
Which network does Total Wireless use?
Total Wireless uses the Verizon network. You get the same coverage as Verizon customers at a lower price.
Can I keep my phone number if I switch to Boost Mobile or Total Wireless?
Yes. Both carriers support number porting. You can transfer your existing phone number in about 10-30 minutes during the sign-up process.
Do Boost Mobile and Total Wireless offer 5G?
Most modern plans from both Boost Mobile and Total Wireless include 5G access at no extra cost where the network supports it.