In Scottsdale, you’ll select from 4 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 99.5% of Scottsdale’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 100.00% of Scottsdale’s 298,903 residents. 5G reception covers up to 91.62% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Scottsdale providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Scottsdale, AZ Top Cell Providers
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States.
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
Verizon Network
Data Speeds:
Same as Verizon below
Plans start at $30/mo.
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Visible offers unlimited data, talk and text for $30/month powered by Verizon.
T-Mobile 5G available in Scottsdale
Coverage:
99.99% of Scottsdale
99.34% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 91.62%
4G: 99.98%
3G or 2G: 99.97%
Plans start at $30/mo.
More about T-Mobile in Scottsdale
T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Scottsdale
T-Mobile covers 99.99% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Scottsdale) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
91.62% |
89.70% |
4G |
99.98% |
98.97% |
2G or 3G |
99.97% |
96.86% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 91.62% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 8.36% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Scottsdale mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Scottsdale
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 91.62% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 99.98% of Scottsdale homes. 99.98% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Scottsdale
Coverage:
100.00% of Scottsdale
98.82% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.08%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 1.17%
Plans start at $35/mo.
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Scottsdale
Verizon Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Scottsdale) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.08% |
0.09% |
4G |
100.00% |
98.09% |
2G or 3G |
1.17% |
1.61% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.08% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.92% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Scottsdale mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Scottsdale
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.08% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Scottsdale homes. 1.17% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Scottsdale
Coverage:
100.00% of Scottsdale
98.83% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 0.04%
4G: 100.00%
3G or 2G: 100.00%
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Scottsdale
AT&T Wireless covers 100.00% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Scottsdale) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
0.04% |
0.24% |
4G |
100.00% |
94.03% |
2G or 3G |
100.00% |
95.14% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 0.04% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 99.96% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Scottsdale mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Scottsdale
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 0.04% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 100.00% of Scottsdale homes. 100.00% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Scottsdale homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Scottsdale land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Scottsdale Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Scottsdale, AZ. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Scottsdale ranks #561 out of 946 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in Arizona.
Best Scottsdale Cell Provider Key
The southwestern parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northwestern areas of Scottsdale where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Scottsdale, AZ: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Scottsdale. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 91.62% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 100.00% of Scottsdale homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Scottsdale, AZ
If the price of a Scottsdale mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Scottsdale including pre-paid, no-contract plans that start as low as $15 per line. Many of these providers such as Mint, Boost, and Cricket partner with the three major carriers to provide excellent coverage nationwide. With these discount options, the price of your Scottsdale wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile above
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States.
These providers all offer excellent coverage at a lower price compared to more well-known brands. Mint is generally regarded as the most affordable provider for unlimited data, with a high "throttle cap" of 35GB. Depending on where you live, you may prefer the AT&T network coverage offered by Cricket. Boost is a good option for international travelers.
Local Mobile Providers in Scottsdale, AZ
The companies below provide service to areas smaller than the entire United States. For example, they may have a cell tower in Scottsdale, and then partner with larger national companies to provide national service for traveling customers. We display network partners to the best of our ability but cannot guarantee coverage or charges outside of Scottsdale and the providers’ coverage areas.
More about Choice Wireless in Scottsdale
Choice Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Scottsdale
Choice Wireless covers 8.80% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 2G or 3G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Scottsdale) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
2G or 3G |
8.65% |
1.26% |
8.65% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Choice Wireless as #4 out of 4 for a combination of coverage and speed among Scottsdale mobile providers.
Choice Wireless Voice Quality in Scottsdale
4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 0.00% of Scottsdale homes. 8.80% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Scottsdale, AZ Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Scottsdale Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Scottsdale may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the city. To see coverage for an individual provider, click the provider's availability maps above.
There are several types of mobile coverage to consider when evaluating a carrier’s geographic reliability. 5G is the fastest mobile data connection in Scottsdale covering 91.62% of homes in the area while 4G covers 100.00% of the city. Overall, 100.00% of homes (298,908 people) and 99.5% of the land (377.9 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Scottsdale
Scottsdale 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Scottsdale cover 91.62% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 89.70% or 340.6 square miles of Scottsdale are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Scottsdale comes from T-Mobile with 91.62% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Scottsdale
Scottsdale 4G Coverage Key
4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Scottsdale, 100.00% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 100.00% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless has the best 4G network in Scottsdale with 100.00% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Scottsdale for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the city, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Scottsdale houses is best with service from Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless, with 100.00% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Scottsdale land is provided by T-Mobile at 99.11% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 91.62% in Scottsdale.
- The top estimated average speed in Scottsdale, estimated at 68.39, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Near Scottsdale
If you live near Scottsdale but aren’t technically in the city, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.
Enter your zip code here to find more precise mobile numbers on your exact location. Here are our mobile and cell phone guides for several popular locations in and around Scottsdale:
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