Are Google Fi's New Unlimited Plans Worth It?

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00:00 - Intro
00:18 - What is Google Fi
00:37 - Google Fi Flexible
00:51 - Simply Unlimited (New)
1:40 - New Unlimited Plus (New)
2:44 - Family Discount
3:09 - Is Flexible Worth It
4:10 - Is Simply Unlimited Worth It
4:58 - Is Unlimited Plus Worth It
6:05 - Is Google Fi Worth It For Families
6:51 - Bottom Line

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[tangsta]

After watching this video I took his advice and bought an esim data plan from US Mobile. Just know that the esim data plans DO NOT have SMS or international calling. The best part about Google Fi is that it works just about any country, and you get all your US calls, sms/mms, and priority data even when roaming in other countries. It's very nice to land in a new country and have everything working every time!

[michaelbrown]

I love how dude gave a definitive answer and alternative instead of just giving info then saying make your own choice.

[chrishansenbiz]

I've been on Fi for years. Being able to talk, text and access voice mail from any device with a browser is a big plus.

[StetsonDoggett]

**UPDATE MARCH 2023** - Apple just released iOS 16.4, which *enables 5G on iPhone for Google Fi!* This makes Google Fi a way better option for iPhone users now!
*Important Note* : Google Fi currently does *NOT* support 5G on iPhones. This is a HUGE deal in my opinion, as iPhone users are missing out on T-Mobile's massively improved 5G network. Android phones *DO* get access to 5G, so it's not an issue for them.

[anthonyjames]

I literally love my google fi unlimited plan I’ve had it for 2 years in an area where US Cellular is dominant and I love it. Just added 2 lines onto my account and got a $200 credit. Worth it for families trying to save. VERY WORTH IT.

[ChineduOpara]

Comparing based on PRICE alone isn't really useful for most of us. For example, I travel internationally a lot.. I can use my Google Fi service in basically any country I travel to. *Seamlessly* . No other carrier provides this. I repeat: SEAMLESSLY. Meaning, when my plane lands in a new country, I get a text message about my change of location, what features are available, and the prices. I can continue using my phone as normal. *SEAMLESS* . To me, being hassle-free worth the $30/month.

[weirdnomad]

Thanks for this honest review but you left out one big thing; with google fi they'll give you $500 off on the phone AND it's unlocked. This means I simply buy a local sim when I travel and get a cheaper phone. As a digital nomad, this is HUGE for me. Plus you get priority data with t-mobile. When I had Mint my data often wouldn't work when I needed it most (at the airport) because it was too congested.

[dingwen]

The main reason I choose Google Fi is that it offers four Data-Only SIMs for free. This typically costs $10-20 per line on other carriers. International calls and roaming are also nice features. Another thing that worth to mention is that Fi have higher priority than any other T-Mobile MVNOs. If you have a lot of devices that require a Data-Only SIM and have multiple lines within your family/friends group, Fi is a good choice. But Flexible and Simply Unlimited are not a good choice in my opinion.

[leftonya]

You didn't' mention the other perk of Google Fi - Priority Data. They are the only MVNO on T-Mobile that has this option, and in some congested areas might be worth it if your speed would be slow on Mint/Metro, and is still cheaper than Magenta in most scenarios.

[Cshifflett]

I am a single line user of Fi and have one other thing to add. In my area U.S. Cellular has great coverage where as T-Mobile does not. I LOVE being able to switch on the fly to whatever carrier is better. USCC's data speeds are slow but consistent and their coverage is top notch.

[VegasNegus]

I switched to Google Fi as I was planning on traveling internationally for over a year, and wanted to be able to use the data upon landing. I have been mostly happy with the top tier Unltd. Plus plan ($65). However I have an Iphone XR and noticed that I now cannot share photos with anyone via text who is on Android. No problem sharing photos with other I phone users though. Google sent me a fix which didn't work. Might be specific to the Xr model? not sure.
Annoying but I am still happy with the discounted monthly price vs my old ATT plan. I am saving over $35 a month.

[Tonio_onair]

Hey stetson, you're the type of youtuber that really should've more appreciation. The quality and effort is amazing. I wish you the best and one day you'll be as popular as MKBHD or someone like that

[smalzalzalah]

For Americans who lived outside US yes it Worth it ...because Fi Giving you Full speed data worldwide not 2G like others

[bartolo]

Probably missing in the video is the ease of use/signup/cancel specially if you are on Pixel. It's one strong reason why I've stuck with Fi through the years. Dead simple sign up, changes, ports and cancels. With eSIM it's just a matter of login into the app to get service. Zero BS attitude across the service. This is well worth $5-$10 extra to me.

[neet]

As Someone travels abroad frequently. I have the Google Fi flexible plan, and I have it on Pause for most of the time and I only use it in an emergency because sometimes you arrive at airports and the counters that sell local Sims are closed, or you can't Find a local Sim so easily. So having the Google fi flexible data that works At every country that I have ever visited is a must.

[germainmachleidt]

It’s seems like a good option for frequent travelers but they kick you out if you stay to long abroad. It somehow defeats the purpose and makes it strange that they advertise the roaming so much.

And I know it’s in the terms of conditions. Still think it’s not the right way to deal with that.

[ceuser]

The most definitive source for mobile plan information. You hear the truth and only the truth.

[andrewthach]

I'm switching from Verizon prepaid unlimited plan to Google Fi unlimited plan. Verizon's service has gone down hill, while TMobile seems to be constantly improving in the Boston area. Plus I'm getting $500 off a Galaxy S22, so $300 after the savings. I'll be selling my pixel 6 to offset the start up costs.

[oneTOU]

I thought they they also use att and Verizon service?

[jayiwa]

As a frequent short-term visitor to the US, I find it hard to believe how expensive the US carriers are. I was hoping Google would do something like a daily plan where you get certain amount of mins/text/data for a daily flat rate. Forking out $50 just to get connected for a few days isn't cheap and certainly not fun!