Mint Mobile Enters Into 5G Home Internet Market With MINTernet
Mint Mobile has started selling home 5G internet services dubbed MINTernet, now a T-Mobile subsidiary. This service will be competing against fellow peculiarities, including T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon, over T-Mobile's wireless network all over the U.S.
MINTernet Performance and the Data Policy
MINTernet provides an unlimited 5G service with a soft data cap, so if a user consumes more than 1TB of data in a single billing cycle, T-Mobile reserves the right to reduce network speeds. That used to be 1.2TB, the best limit applied in T-Mobile Home Internet.
Performance thresholds for MINTernet services are anticipated to be as follows:
- Typical Downlink - 133Mbps to 415 Mbps
- Typical Uplink - Up to 55 Mbps
- Typical Latency - 16 ms to 28 ms
Pricing and Plan Structure
The pricing for MINTernet is charged on the basis of upfront multi-month payments, with discounts applicable for customers availing of a Mint Mobile phone plan.
3-Month Introductory Plan:
- $40 per month ($120 paid upfront)
- $30 per month with a Mint phone plan ($90 paid upfront)
6-Month Plan:
- $45 per month ($270 paid upfront)
- $35 per month with a Mint phone plan ($210 paid upfront)
12-Month Plan:
- $40 per month ($480 paid upfront)
- $30 per month with a Mint phone plan ($360 paid upfront)
All plans include a 5G gateway (combined modem and Wi-Fi router) at no cost, while all services come with a 14-day money-back guarantee.
Comparison to T-Mobile Home Internet
Due to the fact that MINTernet rides on T-Mobile's 5G network, performance is expected to be on par. T-Mobile's own home internet has gone through a refinement process over time, with users in certain regions reporting average download speeds in excess of 600 Mbps.
The most significant difference lies in pricing. T-Mobile Home Internet usually charges $50-a-month with autopay. Depending on the plan and bundle chosen, MINTernet can save anywhere up to $20-a-month off that rate of T-Mobile.
