AT&T Unlimited Plans

AT&T offers a tidy selection of unlimited data plans, including the entry-level Value Plus VL ($51/month) and Unlimited Starter SL ($66/month), the midrange Unlimited Extra EL ($76/month), and the premium Unlimited Premium PL ($86/month). All four plans feature Mexico and Canada usage privileges, as well as unlimited talk and texting to 200+ other countries. 

In this article, we’ll outline our favorite all-around AT&T unlimited plan (Unlimited Extra EL), our favorite AT&T unlimited family plan (Unlimited Premium PL), and our favorite budget AT&T unlimited plan (Unlimited Starter SL). We’ll also tell you what you can expect in terms of AT&T coverage.

Best Overall AT&T Unlimited Plan

Our favorite AT&T unlimited plan is Unlimited Extra EL. At $76/month it strikes a balance between the stripped-down, less expensive Unlimited Starter SL, and the feature-rich, pricey Unlimited Premium PL. Unlimited Extra offers a nice suite of features for the price, including 75GB of premium data, 30GB of mobile hotspot data, and a bunch of international calling and texting perks. All of this, of course, comes backed by AT&T’s excellent nationwide 4G and 5G coverage. 

Best AT&T Unlimited Family Plan

Do you have a family full of mobile streamers? The AT&T unlimited plan you want to sign up for is Unlimited Premium PL. It features unlimited premium data (read: no deprioritization, ever), a massive 60GB mobile hotspot data allowance, and unlimited talk, text, and data in 19 Latin American countries. 

Unlimited Premium is expensive if you sign up for one line, but becomes decidedly less so as you add them—two lines cost $75.99/month per line, three lines cost $60.99/month per line, and four lines cost $50.99/month per line. Unlimited Premium PL has everything you need to keep your whole family happy and streaming away. 

Best Cheap AT&T Unlimited Plan

Looking for a less expensive way to enjoy unlimited data on AT&T’s powerful network? We recommend looking into the carrier’s Unlimited Starter SL plan. At $66/month, it includes unlimited deprioritized data, a 5GB mobile hotspot allowance, and unlimited texting from the U.S. to 200+ countries. 

Sure, its attributes are decidedly more modest than the plans we’ve discussed so far, but at least you don’t have to worry about hitting data limits. Plus, you can rest easy knowing you’re aboard the best 4G LTE network in the country, and one of the best 5G networks. Speaking of which. . . 

AT&T Coverage

If you’re looking for a carrier with great national cell phone coverage, going with AT&T is a wise move indeed. By the numbers, AT&T wields the best 4G LTE network in the country, spreading to more areas of the U.S. than competitors Verizon or T-Mobile. 

AT&T also operates a fast-growing 5G network, just one percentage point in total area covered behind industry leader T-Mobile. This 5G network is made up of both standard 5G, and pockets of so-called 5G+. AT&T's 5G+ denotes its mmWave (millimeter-wave) 5G network, which offers ultra-fast speeds and low latency compared to its standard 5G network.  

AT&T Perks

If there’s one area in which AT&T lags behind its competitors, it’s perks. AT&T unlimited plans don’t include any streaming bundles like T-Mobile’s do (free Netflix), nor does the carrier give you the ability to add them on, like Verizon does (via its myPlan system). AT&T's partnership with HBO, and its inclusion of HBO Max with its plans, is a thing of the past.

For most customers, this won’t be a deal breaker, but if you’re someone who wants to save on streaming subscriptions by getting them included with your cell phone plan, you’ll want to look to other carriers.  

What AT&T Unlimited Plans Have in Common

AT&T plans share certain characteristics, including the following: 

• While data speeds vary by plan, all of AT&T’s Unlimited plans include unlimited data
• International talk, text, and data in and between Mexico and Canada
• Unlimited talk and unlimited texting from the U.S. to 200+ countries
• Standard definition video streaming capability
• 4G LTE and 5G access via the AT&T network
• Discounts when you enroll in autopay and paperless billing
• Taxes and fees are NOT included in the advertised price
• No perks or add-ons like streaming services bundled into the price
• AT&T ActiveArmorSM mobile security is included for any compatible device, which provides a layer of data security and some other benefits for identity protection at no extra cost
• Postpaid monthly plans that require payment at the end of the billing cycle, not in advance
• Bring Your Own Device discounts
• Hotspot data (except for the AT&T Value Plus VL plan)
• Multi-line discount pricing (except for the AT&T Value Plus VL plan)
• Eligibility for device deals

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do AT&T unlimited plans cost per month?

AT&T’s unlimited plans range from $65 to $85/month. This puts AT&T in line with competitors T-Mobile and Verizon price-wise.

Is AT&T unlimited data really unlimited?

AT&T’s unlimited plans do provide unlimited data, but speeds may vary depending on the plan and network conditions. The basic plan can be slowed anytime during network congestion, while higher-tier plans offer a set amount of high-speed priority data before potential slowdowns.

What is the average AT&T cell phone bill?

The average AT&T cell phone bill is around $141 per month, reflecting a slight decrease from last year’s average of $156 across major carriers.