Cricket is owned by AT&T, but what’s the difference and which is a better deal?

Cricket Wireless was once an independent regional carrier, but that changed in 2014 when AT&T acquired it. Today, Cricket operates as AT&T’s prepaid-only alternative. So, how do the two services compare, and is Cricket the better choice for you? In this guide, we take a closer look at AT&T vs Cricket.

Please note that while I’ve used both AT&T Prepaid and Cricket in the past, I’ve never had AT&T Postpaid. However, I’m very familiar with what to expect.