Prepaid vs. Contract Mobile Broadband

Prepaid vs. Contract Mobile Broadband
Prepaid

• No contract
• No credit check
• No Early Termination Fee
• Limited Broadband Card Selection
• Pay anywhere from $50 - $200 for equipment + setup
• Plans can be cheaper ($40 - $60)
• Variety of plans - Short-term & Long-term plans
• Mixture of average and fast speeds. Coverage can be limited

Contract

• 2 year contracts normal
• Credit check
• Early Termination Fee up to $200
• Wide Range of Broadband Cards
• Deeply discounted cards (free & sometimes make $100)
• Plans usually ($60)
• Long Term plans
• Faster Speeds, Better Reliability and Expansive Coverage

If you're looking to cut costs, then prepaid may be the way to go. However, they may or may not have coverage where you need it. For a more stable, faster and reliable connection, contracted mobile broadband will have your back for a higher cost.