What cellphone provider is actually the best for OTR drivers? I've heard a lot of people say Verizon, but a T-Mobile commercial said they cover 96% of interstate miles whereas Verizon focuses on covering cities. I do realize that commercials are not necessarily reliable. That's why I'm hoping to get some better information here.
Which cell phone carrier for trucks tops, OTR?
Discussion in 'Cellular - Voice - Data' started by Rottweiler John, Nov 7, 2022.
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I use both and have found that combination to work the best. My phone is dual SIM, so I have a Verizon plan and T-Mobile through Mint. There are some areas, like I-10 in far West Texas, where T-Mobile has much better coverage. Overall though, I find Verizon to have the stronger signal in most places, especially cities, as you mention.
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I run Midwest to Southwest and up into the PNW. Verizon postpaid has been the most consistent on rural stretches. T-Mobile is fast in cities and along major interstates, but I still hit gaps off route. AT&T did best for me in parts of the Deep South. I keep a cheap prepaid backup SIM. For work calls I use a separate VoIP number that forwards to whichever SIM has signal. Set it up via Telxi - Premium SIP Trunking & DID Numbers on pay as you go and ported my old line easily.
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Or the cheapest package of whatever you want and get Starlink with it on the truck.
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