11. Lively (Formerly GreatCall)
If you’re looking for a no-fuss phone then Lively might be the perfect provider for you. Their plan doesn’t include data so you don’t have to worry about overage fees and there are no contracts, so you can opt out whenever you want. This cell phone provider takes away all the confusion of modern-day cell phone plans and offers you an uncomplicated flip phone – called the Jitterbug Flip2 – for a one-time fee of $99 USD or their simple smartphone -the Jitterbug Smart3 – for a one-time fee of $149.99 USD.
The phones were designed with seniors in mind. They comes with bigger buttons, a large screen, and GreatCall’s exclusive 5star Urgent Response button on the keypad which gets you help in any emergency. Additionally, the phone comes with a built-in camera, voice dialing, a flashlight, and a magnifier.
Plans start $14.99 (USD) per month, which includes:
- 300 minutes
- 10 cents per text
- Customizable data (if you choose the smartphone) can be added for an additional fee
The most popular plan starts at $19.99 per month, which includes:
- Unlimited minutes
- Unlimited texts
- Customizable data (if you choose the smartphone) can be added for an additional fee

12. Assurance Wireless
As part of the federal Lifeline & Emergency Broadband Benefit program, Assurance Wireless (owned by T-Mobile) provides coverage and, in some cases, a free smartphone to low-income eligible people. If you’re on a small fixed income or receive other government benefits, you’re likely to qualify. Users aren’t billed, don’t have to sign a contract, and don’t pay activation fees.
As part of the plan, users receive:
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Unlimited Data
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Unlimited Texts
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Unlimited Minutes
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10GB Hotspot Data
