# Mint Mobile vs tryCricket by Cricket Wireless

Mint Mobile and tryCricket by Cricket Wireless both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 62% of tryCricket by Cricket Wireless's written reviews are positive against 44% of Mint Mobile's. Mint Mobile's advantage is ratings volume (257K vs 22K) and chart position (#62 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Mint Mobile against 4.8 for tryCricket by Cricket Wireless. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mint Mobile has 257K ratings behind it against 22K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of Mint Mobile's written reviews are positive against 62% of tryCricket by Cricket Wireless's.

Mint Mobile ships an update every 11 days, tryCricket by Cricket Wireless every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mint Mobile | tryCricket by Cricket Wireless |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (257K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mint-mobile/id1295303441/reviews) | **[4.8 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trycricket-by-cricket-wireless/id1616533573/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **257K** | 22K |
| Positive reviews | 43.6% of reviews | **61.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#62** | — |
| Size | 97 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [UVNV, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1269242437) | [Cricket Wireless, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/626392757) |

## What reviewers say

### Mint Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mint-mobile/id1295303441)

**Currently charting:** #62 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Switch to an affordable phone plan on a major 5G network. Enjoy unlimited talk, text, and fast data starting at $15/month. Bring your own phone and number, and manage your account or family plans easily.

**Highlights:** Affordable phone plans, Nation's largest 5G network, Unlimited talk & text, Fast 5G • 4G LTE data, Bring your own phone, Keep your number, Manage family plans

**Features:** iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Saves money
- 👍 Simple to use app
- 👍 Helpful customer service
- 🚀 Reliable service
- 👍 Customizable plans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Activation and porting issues
- 🐛 Unreliable data connectivity
- 🔒 Concerns over account security
- 🔋 Throttling of data speeds
- 🐛 Billing and refund problems

**Reported bugs**

- App login issues
- Problems with eSIM activation
- Inconsistent coverage in certain areas

**Requested features**

- Option to pay monthly instead of upfront
- Ability to track call/text usage
- Improved app functionality and UI
- Better international roaming support


### tryCricket by Cricket Wireless

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trycricket-by-cricket-wireless/id1616533573)

Test a wireless carrier's network from your own unlocked phone for 14 days. Experience unlimited talk and text, 3GB of data, and nationwide 5G. Seamlessly switch to a full plan within the app if you're satisfied.

**Highlights:** 14-day free trial, Unlimited talk and text, 3GB of data, Nationwide 5G access, Hassle-free eSIM setup, Switch to full plan in-app

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Seamless and easy to use
- 🚀 Hassle-free setup and activation
- 💡 Helpful 14-day free trial
- 🚀 Reliable service and coverage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 eSIM activation issues
- 🐛 Microphone not working
- 🐛 Unable to receive texts or make calls
- 🐛 Trial period ended prematurely

**Reported bugs**

- eSIM not working
- App deleting eSIM
- Inability to receive QR code
- 5G not functioning as expected

**Requested features**

- Increase free trial duration
- Improve data allotment for trial
- Add option to cancel trial
- Ensure full compatibility with all devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mint Mobile free?

Mint Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is tryCricket by Cricket Wireless free?

tryCricket by Cricket Wireless is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Mint Mobile or tryCricket by Cricket Wireless?

tryCricket by Cricket Wireless is rated higher. Mint Mobile averages 4.7 out of 5 from 257K ratings, while tryCricket by Cricket Wireless averages 4.8 from 22K ratings.

### Do Mint Mobile or tryCricket by Cricket Wireless have ads?

Neither Mint Mobile nor tryCricket by Cricket Wireless shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mint Mobile or tryCricket by Cricket Wireless?

Mint Mobile ships an update every 11 days, and tryCricket by Cricket Wireless every 3 weeks. Most recently, Mint Mobile was updated on September 25, 2026 and tryCricket by Cricket Wireless on September 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*