Can I buy a cellphone without a contract?

A no-contract phone is one that doesn’t require you to sign a carrier agreement in order to buy and use it, so when the phone’s paid off, it’s yours. Most carriers now sell a no-contract option, either with our without a payment plan.

Can I buy a phone monthly without a plan?

Yes, you need a 12 or 24-month Device Payment Contract to pay for your phone in monthly instalments, however, your mobile plan does not need to be on a 12 or 24-month plan.

What cell phone companies do not require a contract?

AT, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon all have prepaid offerings that require no credit check or contract. You’ll also find a wider variety of tiered-data options (though prepaid customers can get unlimited data, too).

Can I buy a tmobile phone without a plan?

Yes, you can buy phones from T-Mobile without a plan. They do charge you more for not being a customer. Usually its anywhere from $50-$150 more.

Can you buy a phone without a plan from Verizon?

That’s right, you can buy devices from Verizon without ever signing up for one of their plans. Back in the day, Verizon used to run pre-orders and some full retail device sales through something they called the Iconic Portal.

Do prepaid phones still exist?

You can find a cheap, prepaid cell phone at retail outlets, electronics or discount stores — or even through major carriers like AT (formerly Cingular), T-Mobile and Verizon, who’ve added prepaid options to their plan mix.

What are no contract cell phones?

A cellphone or smartphone that is sold without a carrier agreement. No-contract smartphones are pricier than a contract phone, which is subsidized by the carrier because the agreement runs for some period, such as two years.

Can I buy a phone outright at T-Mobile?

You can buy T-Mobile phones outright or via monthly installments. Your down payment, monthly payment, and payment length will depend on your credit. Without a credit check, you have to pay for the phone upfront.