How to switch from Verizon to Boost Mobile

There are many cellular operators in the US with Verizon and Boost Mobile being among them. When you feel like your current cellular operator isn’t meeting your expectations and there is another operator you would like to change to, it’s possible.

Verizon is one of the best mobile operators in the US. It has one of the best network coverage even in the rural areas and its speeds are fast. However, it’s costly and has contracts. This is one of the key reasons why people want to switch to Boost Mobile. The network is powered by Sprint’s network, has no contracts, its prices are cheaper and their unlimited data is unmatched.

To switch to Boost Mobile, first check whether you qualify, then check if your phone is compatible, choose a plan, buy a SIM and activate the plan.

Requirements

The FCC has regulations and policies in place when switching between service providers. When switching from Verizon to Boost Mobile, you need your name, account number & billing address from Verizon, a phone compatible with Sprint’s network, the phone’s IMEI number, and your pin from Verizon.

Check compatibility

Boost Mobile allows someone to bring their own phone to the network. The service provider checks your phone’s compatibility using its IMEI number. If the phone can’t work on a 4G network, then it needs to work with the CDMA network technology. This is because, on Sprint, the network uses CDMA technology for devices that use 3G. You can either take the phone to a customer care agent or check the compatibility yourself by using the Boost Mobile IMEI checker. This gives you an update on whether the phone is compatible or not.

If your phone isn’t compatible, you can get one from Boost Mobile at affordable prices. The most ideal phones compatible with Boost Mobile are phones that can connect to 4G networks. This is due to 4G network being common and having the ability to bring together the differences between, GSM network, CDMA and 3G. Some of the best phone brands under Boost Mobile include Apple, Motorola, LG, Nokia, HTC, and Kyocera.

Select a plan

Once you have met the requirements including the phone compatibility, you can then go ahead and choose a plan. Boost Mobile offers a wide variety of plans to choose from. All Boost’s plans come with unlimited talk & text, mobile hotspot, tidal music streaming services, and unlimited data with plans above $35. However, as a new customer, you can get special plans but for a limited amount of time.

Buy a SIM

The next step to take is to buy a SIM card which you can get from Boost Mobile’s retail store or online at an affordable price. Besides, you choose for a plan above $35 a month, you can have up to 5 lines.

Activate the plan

The final step is to activate the plan. To do so, you can contact a Boost Mobile customer care agent to walk you through the process or do it yourself. You can activate the plan on your own by logging in to your Boost Mobile account online and navigating to the activation center. Once there, follow the onscreen instructions to activate the plan.

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FAQs

Can I bring my own phone to Boost Mobile?

Yes, you can bring your own phone. However, you need to make sure that your phone meets the Boost Mobile compatibility requirements in order to work on Sprint’s network. If it doesn’t, don’t worry because you can buy a phone from Boost Mobile since they have amazing phone deals.

Does Boost Mobile have 5G?

Yes, Boost Mobile has a 5G network. The service provider is powered by Sprint which has one of the best 5G network coverage across the US.