Spark vs Slingshot
Spark wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Spark has the cheaper entry-level plan. Spark has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Spark uses the Spark network and Slingshot uses 2degrees, so check coverage where you live and work.
Prices checked 12 October 2026
| Feature | Spark | Slingshot |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Spark | 2degrees |
| Plans listed | 12 | 4 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $18.00 | $40.00 |
| Cheapest unlimited | $90.00 | None |
| Best SmartScore | 7.5 | 6.7 |
| Prepay plans | Yes | No |
| Pay monthly plans | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM | Yes | – |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi calling | Yes | Yes |
Which should you choose?
Light use
Under 5GB: messaging, maps, a bit of social
- SparkBetter value
- $28 Value Pack3GB/mo · $28/mo · 7.5/10
- Slingshot
- No plan in this range
Only Spark has a plan in this range: $28 Value Pack (3GB/mo, $28/mo).
Everyday use
5GB to 40GB: streaming music, social and some video
- Spark
- 8GB Endless Plan8GB/mo + endless · $55/mo · 5.2/10
- SlingshotBetter value
- 10GB Carryover Data10GB/mo · $50/mo · 6.7/10
Slingshot's 10GB Carryover Data (10GB/mo, $50/mo) costs less than Spark's 8GB Endless Plan (8GB/mo + endless, $55/mo) and scores higher.
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- SparkBetter value
- $90 Unlimited Value PackUnlimited · $90/mo · 6.1/10
- Slingshot
- 80GB Carryover Data80GB/mo · $60/mo · 4.5/10
Spark's $90 Unlimited Value Pack (Unlimited, $90/mo) costs more than Slingshot's 80GB Carryover Data (80GB/mo, $60/mo), but scores higher (6.1 vs 4.5) for what you get.
Choose Spark if…
- You want the better plan for light and heavy use
- You want the cheapest way in (from $18/mo)
- You want prepay, with no bill or credit check
- Spark coverage is better where you live
Choose Slingshot if…
- You want the better plan for everyday use
- 2degrees coverage is better where you live
Every Spark and Slingshot plan
| Plan | Calls | ? | ? | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Spark$28 Value Pack | 3GB/moRollover | 300 mins | $28/moPaid monthly | 7.5/10 | View deal |
Slingshot10GB Carryover Data | 10GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $50/moPaid monthly | 6.7/10 | View deal |
Spark$18 Value Pack | 1GB/moRollover | 100 mins | $18/moPaid monthly | 6.5/10 | View deal |
| Unlimited | Unlimited | $90/moPaid monthly | 6.1/10 | View deal | |
SparkUnlimited Data Plan | Unlimited | Unlimited | $95/moPaid monthly | 5.3/10 | View deal |
Spark8GB Endless Plan | 8GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $55/moPaid monthly | 5.2/10 | View deal |
| 20GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $60/moPaid monthly | 5.0/10 | View deal | |
Spark$23 Value Pack | 2GB/moRollover | 200 mins | $23/moPaid monthly | 4.8/10 | View deal |
| Unlimited | Unlimited | $100/moPaid monthly | 4.6/10 | View deal | |
Slingshot80GB Carryover Data | 80GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $60/moPaid monthly | 4.5/10 | View deal |
| 4.5GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $40/moPaid monthly | 4.0/10 | View deal | |
Spark4GB Rollover Plan | 4GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $45/moPaid monthly | 4.0/10 | View deal |
Spark75GB Endless Plan | 75GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $68/moPaid monthly | 3.3/10 | View deal |
Spark150GB Endless Plan | 150GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $78/moPaid monthly | 3.3/10 | View deal |
Slingshot100GB Endless | 100GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $75/moPaid monthly | 2.8/10 | View deal |
Slingshot5GB Carryover Data | 5GB/moRollover | 300 mins | $40/moPaid monthly | 2.7/10 | View deal |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Spark or Slingshot?
Spark wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Spark has the cheaper entry-level plan. Spark has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Spark uses the Spark network and Slingshot uses 2degrees, so check coverage where you live and work. Light use: Only Spark has a plan in this range: $28 Value Pack (3GB/mo, $28/mo). Everyday use: Slingshot's 10GB Carryover Data (10GB/mo, $50/mo) costs less than Spark's 8GB Endless Plan (8GB/mo + endless, $55/mo) and scores higher. Heavy use: Spark's $90 Unlimited Value Pack (Unlimited, $90/mo) costs more than Slingshot's 80GB Carryover Data (80GB/mo, $60/mo), but scores higher (6.1 vs 4.5) for what you get.
Is Spark or Slingshot cheaper?
Spark’s cheapest plan is $18 Value Pack (1GB/mo) at $18.00 a month. Slingshot’s cheapest is 5GB Carryover Data (5GB/mo) at $40.00 a month.
Do Spark and Slingshot use the same network?
No. Spark uses Spark and Slingshot uses 2degrees.
Can I switch from Spark to Slingshot and keep my number?
Yes. Sign up with Slingshot and ask to transfer your number. They’ll handle the switch, and you don’t need to cancel with Spark first.