Cricket Wireless is already one of the more affordable carriers, but most customers are still overpaying. Between forgotten add-ons, missed autopay credits, and plans that no longer match their usage, there's almost always room to cut $10-30 off your monthly bill.
Here's how to find every dollar of savings.
The Most Common Reasons You're Overpaying
1. You're on an old plan that's been replaced by a cheaper one Cricket frequently introduces new plans at lower price points but doesn't automatically migrate existing customers. You could be paying $60/month for a plan that's now available at $40.
2. You have paid add-ons you forgot about Cricket add-ons like international calling packages, device protection, and hotspot boosts silently inflate your bill by $5-$15/month each.
3. You're missing the autopay discount Cricket gives $5/month off for Auto Pay enrollment — but it only kicks in during your second month, so many customers don't realize they never got it.
4. You're on a single-line plan instead of a group Cricket's per-line price drops dramatically with multi-line accounts. A single line at $55 drops to $32.50/line on a 4-line plan.
Step 1: Audit Your Current Plan and Add-Ons
Log into your Cricket account at cricketwireless.com or the myCricket app:
- Go to Account → Plan Details
- Note your current plan name and monthly cost
- Check Add-Ons — look for anything you don't actively use
- Check Account Settings → Auto Pay status
Common hidden add-ons to look for:
- Cricket Protect (device insurance): $7-$12/month
- International add-ons: $5-$15/month
- Hotspot data packs: $10/month
- Visual Voicemail premium: $3/month
Step 2: Compare Against Current Plans
Cricket's current lineup (2026):
| Plan | Monthly Cost | With Autopay | Data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensible 10GB | $30 | $25* | 10GB high-speed |
| Select Unlimited | $35 | $30 | Unlimited (deprioritized) |
| More Unlimited | $45 | $40 | Unlimited + 15GB hotspot |
| Supreme Unlimited | $55 | $50 | Unlimited + 50GB hotspot + HBO Max |
*Autopay discount applies to plans $35+; the $30 plan may vary.
Ask yourself: Do you actually use more than 10GB/month? Check your data usage in the app. Many people on the $55 plan use less than 5GB.
Step 3: Call Cricket and Make Changes
Call 1-800-274-2538 (1-800-CRICKET) and say:
"I'd like to review my plan for savings. Can you tell me what plan I'm currently on, and whether there's a newer plan that gives me the same features for less?"
What to ask:
- "Are there any add-ons on my account I can remove?"
- "What would my bill be if I switch to the [cheaper plan]?"
- "Is my autopay discount being applied?"
- "Are there any loyalty credits or promotions available?"
Step 4: Maximize Multi-Line Savings
If you have family members on separate Cricket accounts (or on other carriers), combining into one multi-line group saves significantly:
| Lines | Select ($35 base) | Per Line |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $35 | $35 |
| 2 | $60 | $30 |
| 3 | $85 | $28.33 |
| 4 | $100 | $25 |
| 5 | $125 | $25 |
That's a $10/line savings just for being on the same account.
Step 5: Consider Multi-Month Prepaid Plans
Cricket now offers 3-month prepaid unlimited plans starting at $90 ($30/month effective). These lock in your rate and eliminate the risk of surprise add-ons or price increases.
Real Savings Example
A customer with 3 Cricket lines was paying $165/month. Pine's call discovered:
- One line had Cricket Protect ($12/month) the user didn't know about
- The family was on individual plans instead of a group account
- Autopay wasn't enrolled properly on one line
After changes: $85/month for 3 lines = $80/month saved ($960/year)
Quick Checklist
- [ ] Log into myCricket and check current plan details
- [ ] Review and remove unnecessary add-ons
- [ ] Compare your plan against current Cricket offerings
- [ ] Verify autopay is active and discount is applied
- [ ] Consider merging into a multi-line group
- [ ] Call 1-800-274-2538 to make changes
- [ ] Check data usage — downgrade if you use less than 10GB
Bottom Line
Cricket already offers competitive pricing, but most customers leave $10-30/month on the table through old plans, forgotten add-ons, and missed discounts. A quick account audit and one phone call can save $120-$960 per year.
Pine can call Cricket for you, audit your account for hidden charges, switch you to the optimal plan, and verify your autopay discount — often finding savings you didn't know existed.
