There are many other carriers that use Verizon’s network. These companies are called mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs). Instead of operating their own cellular towers, these Verizon MVNOs just lease bandwidth from Verizon. There are at least 15 smaller companies that use Verizon’s network, but we recommend Visible Wireless for its wildly cheap family cell phone plans and Xfinity Mobile for its awesome bundling deals (for those already on Xfinity internet). Just be aware that MVNOs often have slower data speeds because when the network gets busy Verizon slows down their customers’ data first!