NetZero offers a set of “home Internet” plans and a set of “mobile Internet” plans. The home Internet (NetZero DSL) gives you a fixed wireless router at home that beams signals to any local device, and their mobile Internet (NetZero 4G Mobile Broadband) is portable and will travel with you.
The NetZero DSL system is a much better value for the cost-conscious web surfer, and so we highly recommend those plans for you. But if you really must have mobile Internet, you can take a look at the NetZero Mobile Internet offerings, which provide internet via 4G/3G wireless networks.
As some of their competitors have done, NetZero has embraced the “freemium” model for it’s wireless offerings. Their plans begin with a free service for very light users, and then move up in price for plans more maximum data usage.
The NetZero 4G Mobile Broadband Devices
With any of NetZero’s 4G Mobile Broadband plans, you will need to purchase a device that connects your computer to the internet. There are two choices:
NetZero 4G Stick: This is a USB drive that you can pop into a USB port in your PC or Mac notebook computer. It will operate one device, although since it easily pops in and out you can swap it into another device if you need to. The cost is $49.
NetZero 4G Hotspot: This is a small, 4.5 ounce device that outputs a WiFi signal to any device in the local area (up to 150’, but as a practical matter, maybe a the rooms of a small home). Up to 8 devices — any computer, tablet or other mobile device that can get connect through WiFi — can receive Internet at once.
The NetZero 4G Mobile Broadband Plans
With either of the devices, you can be on any of the plans below.
Free: This plan gives you an allowance of 200 MB of data usage per month. That’s not much, just enough to get online a few times a month. But it is free (other than the one-time cost of a device), and you might want to use it as a backup connection or just for when you travel. Cost $0.
Basic: This next higher plan up will give you 500 MB of data each month. That’s still not much at all. It doesn’t seem worth it; you might as well get the free plan and use it carefully. $9.95.
Plus: Doubling the data usage allowance of the Basic plan, the Plus plan also costs double the Plus plan. You get 1 GB for $19.95. And this is where the higher price of mobile really starts to show; for two dollars a month less, you can get unlimited access with NetZero’s DSL home internet system.
Pro: The next plan up, the Pro, gives you 2GB of data allowance per month for $34.95.
Platinum: This top mobile plan will give you 4GB of data per month. But it does so for a whopping $49.95, which is really too much to include on a site about “cheap Internet,” but it’s here for the sake of thoroughly covering all the offerings.
As we write this page, there are specials on the Plus, Pro and Premium that will double these plans’ maximum data usage allowances. And there is also a special that will give you half off either the 4G Stick or the 4G Hotspot if you sign up for one of these three plans. So, assuming the “limited time” specials are really not limited, you can get, for example, the Plus plan with 2 GB for $19.95 and a 4G Stick for only $24.50.
NetZero DSL or NetZero Mobile?
Contact Information
NetZero: www.NetZero.net
You’ve got two choices for high speed internet with NetZero (we won’t count dialup). Which is right for you? The answer is pretty simple really. If you can limit yourself to using the Internet at home, and NetZero DSL is available to you, there’s no choice: go with NetZero DSL. You’ll get unlimited internet access for a decent price.
And there’s something else you should know. If you cannot get NetZero DSL, but you don’t want to pay for NetZero Mobile, you should take a look at the FreedomPop Home Internet plans. These are inexpensive ways to get broadband into the home with a wireless router that will serve more than one device. Also, FreedomPop has mobile plans that you should compare with the ones on this page.
As we said at the top of this page, these mobile plans are significantly more expensive than the FreedomPop home internet plans. If you are going to use the internet at home go directly to the FreedomPop Home Internet page and save yourself a bunch of money.
But if you must be mobile, then consider the plans on this page. If you need mobile only for infrequent occasions, the Basic (free) plan could work out well for you.
pastor Jonathan Mann says
On the Hotspot free there is no extra equipment to buy other than the Hotspot device. I need the free plan now, until I get my VA disability and then can get the 49.00 platinum deal after I get my disability..
Susan says
Many thanks
Article
YemanAb says
I am considering the Plus plan or 4G stick though I’m a a Nomad, no street address. Does my condition negatively affect my interest? Thanks
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
Damn good question. We honestly have no idea because the nomad movement is so new and unusual (at least in terms of this program). Call NetZero customer service to get the most accurate answer to that question. And then do us a favor and post the results of your call back here at CheapInternet.com.
Daun Murphy says
I just discovered your site and WOW, has it been helpful. Thanks for all the great information, especially on affordable internet services.
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
Always good to hear from people who appreciate all this info. Thanks, Daun.
Loretta Ingram says
Hello. I have a hotspot from Netzero I also have 2 from Freedom pop. Last year for 6 months some one from freedom pop took money off my card. Not fair. All I want is SERVICES for my hot spots
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
If someone took money from your account illegally, we hope you have contacted FreedomPop customer service to do something about it.
Jason says
So far, every available wifi service does NOT work in my area. Apparently I live as close to a “Mayberry” atmosphere as one can get!
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
You’re over here in the “other” low-cost internet plans, Jason. Have you checked out all the low-income internet plans? If not, check out this link:
https://www.cheapinternet.com/low-income-internet
Your problem is not uncommon for people who live in rural areas.
Gray Elmore says
– PC For People – is alive and well
Jacqueline Carter says
Need to know if you are in the Avoca, WI area.
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
We’re not NetZero, so we can’t answer that question, Jacqueline.
Vicky Howard says
I’m trying to find cheap unlimited internet for home. I have a smart tv and a coulpe of tablets.And on very low income disabled with children.And most internet services say one thing and the next thing your paying ovet a 100.00 dollars for services that half the tome they don’t work!! So clearly what do you offer straight up for home service unlimited..
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
There are a number of low-income internet plans available, Vicky. You should check them all out to find the one that fits your needs best. Here’s where you can review them all:
https://www.cheapinternet.com/low-income-internet
Teresuta says
The internet if just for myself, I want wifi.
Which will better for me, how much is the equipment price and how much is. The services
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
Check out all the low-income internet plans available to make sure you find the one that fits your needs best, Teresuta. You can find them all here:
https://www.cheapinternet.com/low-income-internet
victor bakulin says
I would like to visit to Netzero Office in Houston TX.Where is office located-adrres,phone?
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
We do not have access to information regarding local offices of NetZero, Victor. Try Googling “NetZero” and “Houston.”
Beware of FreedomPop says
Don’t! I repeat, Don’t Risk FreedomPop!
I just left FreedomPop for Mobile service. Yes they have free and low cost options, but they are devious.
Their business model is to catch the customer unaware and stick them with extra fees and services. The option to cancel services is hard to find – hidden in tiny print buried pages away from the sales offer.
Recently they have completely removed telephone customer service unless you choose to pay for a special monthly VIP premium. Their on-line “support questions” are ignored and promptly closed (parroting the same trouble shooting steps that were already tried and failed). I really think most of their staff just lacks the company support and knowledge to help.
When you buy their hardware, the prices seem too good to be true — it is used and not reliable. I received a galaxy phone with a broken button and requested an exchange within their trial period. On-line customer service demanded that I provide a screen shot of the button (which was not on the screen) to demonstrate that if failed to activate! Round and round, but I finally got an exchanged phone and it had other problems. A family member was given a device that in FreedomPop’s words “should have been exchanged or refunded due to a know bug.”
Also, keep watch of your credit card statements; FreedomPop is known for continuing to bill even after cancellation.
No matter how cash strapped, no matter how patient you are, just don’t get involved with FreedomPop!
Beth Kilpatrick says
I’d like to get all your plans prices .But we’re raising our grandson bc our daughter was murdered, he really needs internet here at home . I’ve got to drive more than 20 miles from home to get wifi . Think you are a carrier for where we live as well.Thank you lots nd God Bless
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
“We” don’t have price plans because we are not an internet service provider. This is an independent informational website. The only way to get the answers you’re looking for is to contact your chosen service provider’s customer service team or website.
RafaelMunoz says
I want to find out what type of plans you have NetZero
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
We’re not NetZero, Rafael. We’re an independent informational website. We list all the plans, but plans change all the time so contact NetZero customer service to see if they currently offer any special deals.
Bessie says
I am looking for something that my son can play Xbox one games is NetZero good for what I’m looking for?????
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
NetZero is not one of our favorite providers, Bessie. But the problem you face is that these low-income plans are designed for basic internet service, not the gigabyte-eating uses like gaming or watching NetFlix. But take a look at all the low-income plans available to see what you qualify for:
https://www.cheapinternet.com/low-income-internet
Rebecca Garcia says
I would like the hotspot.
Where do i go to get the device
How do i get it started
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
Before you sign up for NetZero, Rebecca, do you qualify for any of the low-income internet plans? You really should check them out because we think they offer much better service than NetZero. You can check them all out at this link:
https://www.cheapinternet.com/low-income-internet
Joy Parker Pierce says
I would love to start back up my hotspot
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
What’s stopping you, Joy?
Hal Achorn says
I need wi fi service least expensive,,
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
Let us direct you over to our “Low-Income Internet” page, Hal. There are lots of plans, but you need to read them all to find the ones you’re eligible for that are also available where you live. Here’s a link:
https://www.cheapinternet.com/low-income-internet
Thomas Bullock says
Please cancel my account.
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
Sorry, Thomas, but we cannot cancel your account because we’re not NetZero. We’re an independent website. You’ll need to contact NetZero directly to cancel. You can find its contact info in the above article.
Darlene Thames says
I would like to speak with someone at net zero to help me decide which plan would be for me. First I’ve been told that xfinity has a monopoly in my apt complex. I don’t want to use xfinity. I prefer to use net zero if available to me. I am a senior citizen fixed income. In in my daughters phone plan through verizon. They can’t help me because I live 300 plus miles from her.
My phone number is 559-696-****. I have a home PC with which I would like to use the internet.
Please help me if you can. Thank you.
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
There are better options for you than NetZero, Darlene. Here’s where you can find all the low-income internet options, check to see if they are available in your area, and if you qualify. Check them all out carefully to find the plan that works best for you:
https://www.cheapinternet.com/low-income-internet
Holly Rowe says
I want to how many gbs is the freedom pop home internet.
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
For full details on FreedomPop’s various plans, check our FreedomPop page, Holly:
https://www.cheapinternet.com/freedompop-home-internet
James K says
I wish your stories were dated, so we can know how old the information is.
As of 7/30/2016, the Free Plan is a limited offer that expires after 12 months. You can upgrade to a pay account, or you can loose access. The Free Plan cannot be renewed.
You can see for yourself here:
http://www.netzero.net/start/landing.do?page=fd/plans-mobile-static-s
Jerri Borders says
I’m interested in low income internet. I work but only make a little over 200 a week.my rent is 165 a week I have A3 year old grandson and 3 dogs to take care of is there any plans for me I don’t get food stamps I don’t get no kind of Public Assistance
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
Yes, of course, there is, Jerri. First of all you should check out the following article that covers all the plans available. You probably won’t qualify for most of them, but we’d suggest you look in particular at the plans from AT&T and PCs for People:
https://www.cheapinternet.com/low-income-internet
Gandalf says
i have read pages and pages of your articles and visited to may of your links . the one thing i have learned is that the free and so called cheap programs are a joke. 500 mb of data, 1 gb of data what in the world is anyone going to accomplish with that. the few unlimited data plans require that you have a school aged child. at&t access is only if you get food stamps. now i am sure i am not the only person on social security disability that is not yet a senior, has no children in school, can not get food stamps because we are just over the amount allowed. yet we have to pay for our own medicare, our own medical and medicine, our own food, unreal prices for internet service,even the lifeline phone program we are not allowed to take advantage of. by the time we pay for all of these things we actually have less money than someone that qualifies for these benefits. most of us are computer savvy i myself have 15gb a month internet and it is gone before the end of the billing period. isn’t about time to stop ignoring the disabled and allow us into the lifeline and low income internet programs with enough data to keep our minds sharp even if our bodies do not let us enjoy being able to work anymore. doesn’t anyone care about us. do we not deserve some of these programs. i am tired of hearing “no you do not qualify because you are disabled”
April Quail says
I’m interested I’m a single mother of 4 ,I’m low income
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
If you are low income, April, you need to click on the “Low Income Internet” link at the top of this page. That’s where you’ll find the best low-priced programs for low-income Americans.
toni says
I am looking for internet for a smart tv and laptop and pc in same home help !
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
There are a number of low-income programs available if you qualify. Check them all out here:
https://www.cheapinternet.com/low-income-internet
lee says
I like to know about the 4g stick, can it be used out of the United States ?
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
That one’s above our pay grade, Lee. Call your service provider’s tech support or customer service team to get the answer to that question.
Brent says
I don’t understand what is “cheap” about this. $50 for only 4g!? Come on now!!! What a rip off. I was looking for an alternative to the overpriced crap I get from verizon. You guys are ridiculous! $50 should get you 10g! Ridiculous! I am stupid for wasting my time even checking on this! Y’all could’ve mentioned it was so expensive in the damn tv commercial! Ridiculous. Absolutely ridiculous
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
Chill out, Brent. Take a Valium. This site is all about cheap Internet plans for low-income Americans. Check out the other plans under “Low-Income Internet” at the top of the page. If you don’t qualify, well, this isn’t the right website for you. The other plans we cover are alternatives to those low-income plans. Sorry we do not meet your needs. But, seriously, relax.
Nona Norman says
I have a freedom pop phone and it does not work. I have had it about 7 months and barely could hear the person on the other end. Now, I cannot get any reception on the other end. My son is a technition and I had him to check it out and he said the phone was no good. I need a replacement ( after all, I did pay a 100.00 and I need a phone!!) I will send this one back as soon as you replace it with one I can use! The # is 940.365.****. I would like to sign up also for the cheap home internet service.
Thanks,
*******@yahoo.com
Sal says
That isn’t cheap. Those monthly Plans aren’t cheap for what they offer.
Ruby says
Interested home interent
tina says
I love to try you free internet .
can you tell me what I need to do?
Kettle Debrosse says
I am looking for cheap internet.
Carissa mariano says
I am with Internet essentials by Comcast right now. It goes very slow and throws us off line I looked into netzero I was hoping I could find a good provider soon soon for a reasonable price. Does anyone have anything they might know
Joy says
hello I was interested in your service I need to know if it is offered in my area Richmond va 23222
nanette says
I am looking for umlimited wireless broadband service that is compatible to roku streaming TV shows & cable TV? What would be the cheapest to the highest price plan offered by Netzero or Freedompop?
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
Neither of those would be great with streaming a lot of content. We’d recommend cable or DSL for that.
Charles Bobbitt says
Do you have a family plan?
FRANK YEE says
i would like to subscribe to internet service…Still confuse on what internet to sign up with
Colleen says
Still confuse on what internet to sign up with.
Donna Shepherd says
I just bought a tablet and need cheap internet service. I’m 62 and live in government housing. I have to buy some other things for my tablet, so, I’m not ready yet. When I am ready, may I contact you? My tablet is a Dell.
maribel says
Need info I have notebook 8 tablet
Dimetric Houston says
NetZero’s “Free” plan for Mobile Broadband actually expires after 12 months. So you get 1 year of “free” then you either have to choose a paid plan or just let it all go.
K D Haagensen says
Mushrooms only grow in the dark and require little or no nutrition except for water and in the mental health world it’s a nasty phrase to describe the brain dead
charles esquivel says
preciate the help to us plebians. big scorporations would like to se us as mushrooms, keep us in the dark and feed us b.s.
chuck e.
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
Mushrooms?
Pat Kinser says
I would like yo order the devise how do i order
rj says
what is there phone number?? all this info and no way to call them
nevada
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
They don’t like to publish their phone number, as they prefer you to sign up through the website, but here’s a customer service number we found. 1 (800) 851-7908. Let us know your results.
Tanya Graham says
Could you send me the numbers of Free internet providers in the 28217 zip code or wifi Thank you and have a nice day Tanya Graham
Chelsea says
How much is the hotspot?
CheapInternet.com Administrator says
You should go to the NetZero site for the most recent prices.
Barb says
Inexpensive plans for seniors with low incomes?
Olathe, KS area
Thanks for any help!
margaret says
if you don’t have the money to buy the what is needed what good is it
and if something is cheep they give you the answer that we don’t service
your area
so far I haven’t found anything on this page helpful
linda says
Thanks for the great info! Looking for alternatives besides the big monopolies that start out as deals and the next thing you know the bills are doubling and tripling!!!
Your information was very helpful and easy to understand! Thank you for sharing.
nett nett says
Useless info said free but got to buy a device and a monthy bill dont see nothing free bout it
Cheap Internet Administrator says
There is free service after you buy a device. That’s a good deal.
Cary Bruce, Jr. says
After reading many of the comments on the many pages of very useful cheap internet plans and services. I think I have come up with a way to make some much needed extra cash for myself……
I think I am going to start a website that sells cheap and not so cheap brain cells……
gloria ortiz says
I need to get a inexpensive internet service plan. Can you help me get information on this.
Cheap Internet Administrator says
I thought that is what we were doing with this site, and with this page.