Cheap phone plans compared: 8 affordable alternatives to Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T

Looking to cut back on your monthly expenses? Your cell phone bill is a good place to start. That's why we've rounded up our recommendations for the best cheap phone plans out there. We've factored in not only price, but also which plans offer the best value depending on your needs. If you don't consume a ton of data every month (and most people don't), there are serious savings to be had.