How to Get a Basic Pay as You Go Cell Phone Plan with Boost Mobile

Pay as you go cell phone plans are becoming more popular as people fall further and further into debt. Without having to undergo a credit history, pay as you go cell phone plans such as Boost Mobile’s Paygo Basic plan is a great option for anyone with less than stellar credit in need of a cell phone.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. 

   Visit the Boost Mobile website. It’s best to take a look at the available options on line prior to going to one of the retail stores that sell Boost Mobile plans. At least you’ll be prepared when it comes time to talk to the sales person.

2. View the Paygo basic plan features. The Boost Mobile site offers the plan features in both English and Spanish. The plans are simple as they offer 10 cents per minute for days, nights and weekends and 10 cents per minute for calls to other Boost, Sprint or Nextel network cell phone subscribers. Text messaging is also 10 cents per sent or received message. For more information on their plans, download the their plain details .pdf (link below).

3. 
   Cell Phone

   Select a phone that is compatible with the Boost Mobile Paygo plan. Phones range in price from $29.99 to $99.99. The more expensive the phone, the more options available. For example the basic phone has web capability, but the most expensive phone offers bluetooth connectivity and a camera. To save money, look to see if Boost Mobile has any refurbished phone for sale.

4. Activate your Boost Mobile pay as you go phone. Your phone will be ready to use within two hours of activation.

Resources

• Boost Mobile Website
• Paygo Details - English
• Paygo Details - Spanish
• How to Compare Pay as You Go Cell Phone Plans
• About Prepaid Cell Phones.com