Phone plans are getting a serious discount this Black Friday: several carriers are cutting rates dramatically, with some plans now available for as little as $6.50 per month. If your current phone bill feels like a rip-off, these deals on Ultra Mobile and Mint Mobile might be the change you’ve been waiting for.
Ultra Mobile Cuts Prices—Up to 50% Off
Ultra Mobile, which runs on T-Mobile’s network, has slashed its rates by half when you pay a year’s worth of service up front. The 4 GB plan drops to $6.50/month (about $78 annually), 8 GB to $8.50, 12 GB to around $10, and 24 GB to $13.50. If unlimited data is what you need, Ultra Mobile’s Unlimited plan runs $17/month, while Unlimited+—which includes more hotspot data—costs $20.50/month. These discounts apply for the first 12 months. Physical SIMs and eSIMs are both supported.
Mint Mobile Offers Flexible Pricing at $15/month
Mint Mobile is taking a different route. Every plan is priced at $15/month for the first year, regardless of whether you go with 3-, 6-, or 12-month packages. You get your choice of 6 GB, 17 GB, 23 GB, or unlimited monthly data. Total up front payments will be $45 for 3 months, $90 for 6, $180 for 12. After one year, prices revert to Mint’s standard rates based on your billing cycle.
If you want to cut your phone bill significantly without sacrificing service, these deals are likely among the best you’ll find. Ultra Mobile’s 50 % off model rewards long commitments with steep savings, while Mint’s flat $15/month deals suit those who prefer the option to pay in smaller chunks. Either way, you’re getting solid data plans for well under what many carriers charge.
What this signals is a growing trend: carriers increasingly use Black Friday to draw in customers with aggressive pricing and flexible choices. As service providers compete on price, especially MVNOs riding bigger networks, consumers stand to benefit. Moving forward, expect more carriers to match or beat these numbers—and if you’re in the market, now might be the best time to shop.
