Tello Talk & Text
Basic talk and text service with no video streaming or hotspot support, plus free international calls to over 60 countries and pay-per-use rates for Canada, Mexico, and international data roaming.
Taxes and fees not included
- No Data high-speed, then data stops
- No video video streaming
- Int'l calls to 60+ countries
We don't recommend Tello Talk & Text for 1 line. There are similar plans with the same or more data at a better price.
Description
Tello Talk & Text gives you unlimited talk and unlimited texts on T-Mobile's network for $8 a month. It includes free international calling to over 60 countries.
There's no hotspot. Taxes and fees are extra.
For better value, see our picks for the best cell phone plans of 2026.
Consider Tello Talk & Text if: you only need calls and texts on T-Mobile's network and want the lowest possible bill.
Plan Details
Multi-line Pricing Breakdown
| Line | Cost per Line | Total cost per month | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $8 | $8/month |
Full Cost Breakdown
| Activation Fee | $0 |
| Carrier Fees | $0 |
| Government Taxes & Fees | $2.87 |
| Monthly plan cost | $8 |
| Estimated first month total | $10.87 |
| Estimated ongoing monthly cost | $10.87 |
Coverage
T-Mobile
Network
62.7 %
Total coverage
1,962,291
Total square miles covered
99%
Total population covered
52.8 %
5G coverage
1,653,294
5G square miles covered
332 million people (97%)
5G population covered
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