Mercury Mobile vs Zeronet
Mercury Mobile wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Mercury Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Zeronet has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Zeronet doesn't say which network it uses, so check its coverage map where you live and work.
Prices checked 12 October 2026
| Feature | Mercury Mobile | Zeronet |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Spark | Not stated |
| Plans listed | 5 | 9 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $19.00 | $24.58 |
| Cheapest unlimited | None | $24.58 |
| Best SmartScore | 6.2 | 9.3 |
| Prepay plans | No | No |
| Pay monthly plans | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM | – | Yes |
| 5G | – | Yes |
| WiFi calling | Yes | 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
- Zeronet
- 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 MobileBetter value
- 5GB Endless+ Data5GB/mo + endless · $39/mo · 2.6/10
- Zeronet
- No plan in this range
Only Mercury Mobile has a plan in this range: 5GB Endless+ Data (5GB/mo + endless, $39/mo).
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- Mercury Mobile
- 50GB Endless+ Data50GB/mo + endless · $59/mo · 3.5/10
- ZeronetBetter value
- Mobile MaxUnlimited · $80/mo · 7.5/10
Zeronet's Mobile Max (Unlimited, $80/mo) costs more than Mercury Mobile's 50GB Endless+ Data (50GB/mo + endless, $59/mo), but scores higher (7.5 vs 3.5) for what you get.
Choose Mercury Mobile if…
- You want the better plan for light and everyday use
- You want the cheapest way in (from $19/mo)
- You want unused data to roll over
- You want data that slows down instead of running out
Choose Zeronet if…
- You want the better plan for heavy use
- You want to pay once for the whole year
Every Mercury Mobile and Zeronet plan
| Plan | Calls | ? | ? | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ZeronetMobile Starter (Annual) | Unlimited (3Mbps) | Unlimited | $24.58/moPaid as $295 once a year | 9.3/10 | View deal |
ZeronetMobile Starter | Unlimited (3Mbps) | Unlimited | $30/moPaid monthlyPromo $15 | 9.3/10 | View deal |
ZeronetMobile Max (Annual) | Unlimited | Unlimited | $62.92/moPaid as $755 once a year | 9.2/10 | View deal |
ZeronetMobile Starter (Weekly) | Unlimited (3Mbps) | Unlimited | $34.76/moPaid as $8 every week | 7.7/10 | View deal |
ZeronetMobile Max | Unlimited | Unlimited | $80/moPaid monthlyPromo $40 | 7.5/10 | View deal |
ZeronetMobile Max (Weekly) | Unlimited | Unlimited | $82.56/moPaid as $19 every week | 7.2/10 | View deal |
ZeronetMobile Essentials (Annual) | Unlimited (10Mbps) | Unlimited | $41.25/moPaid as $495 once a year | 6.9/10 | View deal |
ZeronetMobile Essentials | Unlimited (10Mbps) | Unlimited | $50/moPaid monthlyPromo $25 | 6.8/10 | 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 |
ZeronetMobile Essentials (Weekly) | Unlimited (10Mbps) | Unlimited | $56.49/moPaid as $13 every week | 5.2/10 | 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 Zeronet?
Mercury Mobile wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Mercury Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Zeronet has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Zeronet doesn't say which network it uses, so check its coverage map where you live and work. Light use: Only Mercury Mobile has a plan in this range: 1.25GB Rollover Data (1.25GB/mo, $19/mo). Everyday use: Only Mercury Mobile has a plan in this range: 5GB Endless+ Data (5GB/mo + endless, $39/mo). Heavy use: Zeronet's Mobile Max (Unlimited, $80/mo) costs more than Mercury Mobile's 50GB Endless+ Data (50GB/mo + endless, $59/mo), but scores higher (7.5 vs 3.5) for what you get.
Is Mercury Mobile or Zeronet cheaper?
Mercury Mobile’s cheapest plan is 1.25GB Rollover Data (1.25GB/mo) at $19.00 a month. Zeronet’s cheapest is Mobile Starter (Annual) (Unlimited (3Mbps)) at $24.58 a month.
Do Mercury Mobile and Zeronet use the same network?
We can't say: Zeronet doesn't say which network it uses.
Can I switch from Mercury Mobile to Zeronet and keep my number?
Yes. Sign up with Zeronet and ask to transfer your number. They’ll handle the switch, and you don’t need to cancel with Mercury Mobile first.