TracFone vs Visible
By Rob Webber • Founder & Editor
Head-to-head comparison of plans, features, and pricing
TracFone
Verizon network
$—/mo
0 plans available
Visible
Verizon network
$25/mo
3 plans available
Feature Comparison
Feature TracFone Visible
Networks — Verizon
Data Speed — 5G Ultra Wideband & 4G LTE
3G Network — CDMA
Mobile Hotspot — ✅
5G — ✅
VoLTE — ✅
WiFi Calling — ✅
Visual Voicemail — ✅
Bring Your Phone — ✅
Keep Your Number — ✅
Contract — No Contract
Credit Check — ❌
Taxes Included — ✅
Multi-line Discounts — ❌
Multi-month Discounts — ❌
Money Back Guarantee — Yes - 15 days
Customer Service — Online chat 24/7
International Calls — Yes - 30+ countries (Unlimited+)
International Roaming — Yes - 10+ countries (Unlimited+ Pro)
Plans Side by Side
TracFone Plans
Visible Plans
Unlimited
Unlimited · 5G
$25
Unlimited+
Unlimited · 5G
$35
Unlimited+ Pro
Unlimited · 5G
$45
Our Verdict
TracFone is better for budget-conscious users who want plans starting at $0/mo on the Verizon network. Visible is better if you want plans on the Verizon network starting at $25/mo. Both carriers offer the same tower coverage as Big Wireless at a fraction of the price.
Who Should Choose TracFone
- ✓ You want the Verizon network
- ✓ Plans starting at $0/mo
- ✓ 0 plan options to choose from
Who Should Choose Visible
- ✓ You want the Verizon network
- ✓ Plans starting at $25/mo
- ✓ 3 plan options to choose from
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TracFone or Visible cheaper?
TracFone is cheaper, with plans starting at $0/mo. Visible starts at $25/mo.
Which network does TracFone use?
TracFone uses the Verizon network. You get the same coverage as Verizon customers at a lower price.
Which network does Visible use?
Visible 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 TracFone or Visible?
Yes. Both carriers support number porting. You can transfer your existing phone number in about 10-30 minutes during the sign-up process.
Do TracFone and Visible offer 5G?
Most modern plans from both TracFone and Visible include 5G access at no extra cost where the network supports it.