If you’re looking for a cell phone plan that can accommodate your family or friends, T-Mobile has some attractive options for you. T-Mobile is one of the leading carriers in the US, with a fast and reliable 5G network that covers over 300 million people. T-Mobile also offers some perks and benefits that make its plans stand out from the competition.
Exploring T-Mobile Group Plans: Options for Families and Friends
| Plan Name | Lines | Monthly Cost | Data | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Go5G Plus | 2-8 | $140-$320 | Unlimited 5G & 4G LTE1 | Netflix on us, voice and data in Canada and Mexico, inflight Wi-Fi, etc. |
| Magenta MAX | 2-8 | $140-$320 | Unlimited 5G & 4G LTE1 with no throttling | Netflix on us, voice and data in Canada and Mexico, inflight Wi-Fi, etc. |
| Magenta | 2-8 | $120-$280 | Unlimited 5G & 4G LTE1 with throttling after 100GB/mo. | Netflix on us, voice and data in Canada and Mexico, inflight Wi-Fi, etc. |
| Essentials | 2-6 | $90-$180 | Unlimited 5G & 4G LTE1 with throttling after 50GB/mo. | Voice and data in Mexico and Canada, scam-blocking protection |
| Magenta Military | 2-6 | $90-$180 | Unlimited 5G & 4G LTE1 with throttling after 100GB/mo. | Netflix on us, voice and data in Canada and Mexico, inflight Wi-Fi, etc. |
| Magenta First Responders | 2-6 | $90-$180 | Unlimited 5G & 4G LTE1 with throttling after 100GB/mo. | Netflix on us, voice and data in Canada and Mexico, inflight Wi-Fi, etc. |
| Magenta Senior Plus One (55+) | 2-3 | $70-$100 | Unlimited 5G & 4G LTE1 with throttling after 100GB/mo. | Netflix on us, voice and data in Canada and Mexico, inflight Wi-Fi, etc. |
| Magenta Senior (55+) | 2-3 | $70-$100 | Unlimited 5G & 4G LTE1 with throttling after 100GB/mo. | Voice and data in Canada and Mexico, scam-blocking protection |
Available T-Mobile Group Plans
T-Mobile has three main unlimited plans that you can choose from: Essentials, Magenta and Magenta MAX. You can also get discounts on these plans if you are a senior, a member of the military or a veteran, or a first responder. Here’s a quick overview of each plan and what they offer:
| Plan | Price for 4 lines | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Essentials | $120/month | - Unlimited talk, text and data on 5G and 4G LTE |
- Unlimited mobile hotspot at 3G speeds
- Unlimited texting abroad
- Talk, text and 2G data in Mexico and Canada | | Magenta | $140/month | - All the features of Essentials, plus:
- 5GB of high-speed mobile hotspot data
- Netflix Basic subscription for 2+ lines
- Talk, text and 5GB of high-speed data in Mexico and Canada
- Data and texting at 2G speeds in 200+ countries | | Magenta MAX | $170/month | - All the features of Magenta, plus:
- Unlimited premium data that never slows down
- 40GB of high-speed mobile hotspot data
- Netflix Standard subscription for 2+ lines
- Data and texting at up to 256 kbps in 200+ countries
- Video streaming at up to 4K UHD |
Discounts and Cost-Saving Advantages
T-Mobile offers some discounts and cost-saving advantages that can make its group plans more affordable and appealing. Here are some of them:
- AutoPay discount: You can save $5 per month per line (up to eight lines) on any unlimited plan if you opt for automatic payments.
- 3rd Line Free offer: For a limited time, you can get a third line for free when you sign up for two lines on any unlimited plan. This means you can get four lines for the price of two on Essentials, Magenta or Magenta MAX.
- Magenta Military discount: If you are an active-duty service member, a veteran or a family member, you can get up to 50% off on Magenta or Magenta MAX plans. You can also get half off select Samsung devices when you add a line.
- Magenta First Responder discount: If you are a first responder or a family member, you can get the same benefits as the Magenta Military discount.
- Magenta 55+ discount: If you are 55 years or older, you can get two lines of Magenta or Magenta MAX for $70 or $90 per month respectively, with AutoPay.
Management of Group Plans
T-Mobile makes it easy to manage your group plan online or through the T-Mobile app. You can do things like:
- Add or remove members from your plan
- Track your data usage and hotspot usage
- View and pay your bill
- Change your plan or features
- Contact customer service
You can also assign a primary account holder who can make changes to the plan and authorize other users to access the account.
Additional Features and Services
T-Mobile also includes some additional features and services that make its group plans more attractive and valuable. Here are some of them:
- Hotspot tethering: You can use your phone as a hotspot to share your data with other devices. Depending on your plan, you can get up to 40GB of high-speed hotspot data per month.
- International calling: You can call over 100 countries from the US at no extra charge with Magenta Global Plus ($15 per month per line). You can also get unlimited calling to landlines in over 70 countries and mobile numbers in over 30 countries with Stateside International Talk ($15 per month per line).
- Streaming subscriptions: You can get Netflix Basic or Standard included with your plan if you have two or more lines on Magenta or Magenta MAX. You can also get free access to other streaming services like Quibi, YouTube Premium, MLB.TV and more through T-Mobile Tuesdays.