This has probably been gone over before.. but is there anyone who has used Republic Wireless recently and had bad experiences with it?
I know of a couple in these forums recently (and more than a handful over the years), but I won't speak for them. I also know of some who have simply come around to the conclusion that although it isn't exactly "bad" per se, there is simply far better out there for the money if you just look. (Enter
the guide...)
Edit: All the same, positive or negative, crowdsourced feedback isn't going to accurately answer a question that's most critically defined by your usage patterns and physical location. There is no substitute for your own research, and if anything is ever in doubt, you should consider why that is. There's enough mathematical and legal arguments as well as
documented issues on their own to erode the benefits of RW's price points over other carriers without even knowing regional specific and personal issues... but there truly is no substitute for doing your own research and finding out what
you specifically need.
Both MMM and JL seemed to like it enough and I really want to get rid of this Iphone/verizon plan. (280/month for 3 iphones = pain/suffering)
It seems to good to be true I just wondered what you guys think or if there is a better alternative to RW, thanks
This part, however, has extensively been answered already. Yes, there are
plenty of better alternatives available that don't require buying new phones, generating more electronic waste, and can be just as cheap to operate (if not cheaper) than RW if you just apply a little self discipline and math to the situation. Again, consult
the guide.
In your case specifically, iPhone 4/4S models on Verizon can easily be taken to Page Plus, and if the 4S SIM card slot is carrier unlocked for international use, you can also technically use a TruPhone SIM for AT&T plus T-Mobile coverage instead at 9¢/minute/text/MB outbound, and free incoming texts and minutes if usage can be taken down low enough to justify PAYG pricing.
iPhone 5/c/s models aren't supported on Verizon MVNOs currently, but the SIM card slot is carrier unlocked by default from the factory and
any AT&T or T-Mobile MVNO (such as Airvoice or P'tel) can easily be used instead. Although some people in parts of the country are on Verizon specifically due to rural or regional coverage, most are not.
Edit: Final bit of food for thought, if you are one of those people who chose Verizon specifically due to reception and coverage due to their location,
definitely don't go Republic either... especially if you plan to use any mobile data. As always, read the legal fine print with any provider you choose.
There's no reason why you shouldn't already be paying less than $100 for all three lines already using the handsets you already have.