I switched to AT&T for cell. I found their coverage in the Northeast to be somewhat worse than Verizon’s. But, on the upside, the billing was understandable, and they didn’t seem to be laying traps to trick you into excess charges, like Verizon. And, prices were better. Also, AT&T uses GSM instead of CDMA, so the phones can be used anywhere, even internationally. You can swap SIMs, too, if you go through their online routine to unlock the phones.
There’s also T-Mobile, which some of the people I worked with before I retired liked. They claimed decent coverage and lower bills. But, I’d request more input from FR users around the country before deciding who to pick.
Cricket is owned by ATT. No Monthly Contracts and they give out free Smart Phones when you sign up.
Plans start at $30 a Month and they use the ATT Network. Download speeds are limited compared to regular ATT Service.
We have been on ATT for years. I found out that if you try to go from ATT to Cricket the free goodies don’t apply.