Mercury Mobile vs CloudLink
CloudLink wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Mercury Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. CloudLink has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Both use the Spark network, so coverage is similar.
Prices checked 12 October 2026
| Feature | Mercury Mobile | CloudLink |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Spark | Spark |
| Plans listed | 5 | 4 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $19.00 | $40.00 |
| Cheapest unlimited | None | None |
| Best SmartScore | 6.2 | 8.8 |
| Prepay plans | No | No |
| Pay monthly plans | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM | – | Yes |
| 5G | – | Yes |
| WiFi calling | Yes | – |
Which should you choose?
Light use
Under 5GB: messaging, maps, a bit of social
- Mercury MobileBetter value
- 1.25GB Rollover Data1.25GB/mo · $19/mo · 6.2/10
- CloudLink
- No plan in this range
Only Mercury Mobile has a plan in this range: 1.25GB Rollover Data (1.25GB/mo, $19/mo).
Everyday use
5GB to 40GB: streaming music, social and some video
- Mercury Mobile
- 5GB Endless+ Data5GB/mo + endless · $39/mo · 2.6/10
- CloudLinkBetter value
- Mobile 2020GB/mo + endless · $40/mo · 8.8/10
CloudLink's Mobile 20 (20GB/mo + endless, $40/mo) costs more than Mercury Mobile's 5GB Endless+ Data (5GB/mo + endless, $39/mo), but scores higher (8.8 vs 2.6) for what you get.
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- Mercury Mobile
- 50GB Endless+ Data50GB/mo + endless · $59/mo · 3.5/10
- CloudLinkBetter value
- Mobile 5050GB/mo + endless · $45/mo · 7.6/10
CloudLink's Mobile 50 (50GB/mo + endless, $45/mo) costs less than Mercury Mobile's 50GB Endless+ Data (50GB/mo + endless, $59/mo) and scores higher.
Choose Mercury Mobile if…
- You want the better plan for light use
- You want the cheapest way in (from $19/mo)
- You want unused data to roll over
Choose CloudLink if…
- You want the better plan for everyday and heavy use
Every Mercury Mobile and CloudLink plan
| Plan | Calls | ? | ? | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CloudLinkMobile 20 | 20GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $40/moPaid monthly | 8.8/10 | View deal |
CloudLinkMobile 50 | 50GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $45/moPaid monthly | 7.6/10 | View deal |
CloudLinkMobile 100 | 100GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $50/moPaid monthly | 6.3/10 | View deal |
Mercury Mobile1.25GB Rollover Data | 1.25GB/moRollover | 250 mins | $19/moPaid monthly | 6.2/10 | View deal |
Mercury Mobile2.5GB Rollover Data | 2.5GB/moRollover | 350 mins | $29/moPaid monthly | 6.0/10 | View deal |
CloudLinkMobile 1000 | 1000GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $60/moPaid monthly | 3.8/10 | View deal |
Mercury Mobile50GB Endless+ Data | 50GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $59/moPaid monthly | 3.5/10 | View deal |
Mercury Mobile5GB Endless+ Data | 5GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $39/moPaid monthly | 2.6/10 | View deal |
Mercury Mobile150GB Endless+ Data | 150GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $79/moPaid monthly | 2.2/10 | View deal |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Mercury Mobile or CloudLink?
CloudLink wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Mercury Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. CloudLink has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Both use the Spark network, so coverage is similar. Light use: Only Mercury Mobile has a plan in this range: 1.25GB Rollover Data (1.25GB/mo, $19/mo). Everyday use: CloudLink's Mobile 20 (20GB/mo + endless, $40/mo) costs more than Mercury Mobile's 5GB Endless+ Data (5GB/mo + endless, $39/mo), but scores higher (8.8 vs 2.6) for what you get. Heavy use: CloudLink's Mobile 50 (50GB/mo + endless, $45/mo) costs less than Mercury Mobile's 50GB Endless+ Data (50GB/mo + endless, $59/mo) and scores higher.
Is Mercury Mobile or CloudLink cheaper?
Mercury Mobile’s cheapest plan is 1.25GB Rollover Data (1.25GB/mo) at $19.00 a month. CloudLink’s cheapest is Mobile 20 (20GB/mo + endless) at $40.00 a month.
Do Mercury Mobile and CloudLink use the same network?
Yes, both use the Spark network.
Can I switch from Mercury Mobile to CloudLink and keep my number?
Yes. Sign up with CloudLink and ask to transfer your number. They’ll handle the switch, and you don’t need to cancel with Mercury Mobile first.