Tello

United States•MVNO

Host Networks

T-Mobile

About Tello

Tello is an MVNO in the United States using T-Mobile. As an MVNO, Tello can provide competitive plans while relying on host networks for coverage.

Networks

MVNOs depend on one or more host networks for cellular coverage. Compare the speed test performance for the networks powering Tello in the United States, then click into a host network to explore its coverage maps and detailed network data.

Download193.3 Mbps

Upload13.7 Mbps

Latency40 ms

Coverage59.8%

Over 3.6 million tests conducted

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Tello Coverage Maps

MVNO coverage has the same coverage as their host networks. Explore each host network map to see real-time coverage across the United States. Our coverage maps are based on millions of crowdsourced speed tests from users like you and allow you to see how well Tello performs with granular detail.

T-Mobile Coverage Maps

Tello Plans

Compare Tello plans and pricing in the United States.

Tello 100 Mins

$5/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile

No Data Included
No Hotspot Included
100 Minutes
Unlimited Texts

Tello 1GB 100 Mins

$6/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile

1 GB Datahigh-speed, then data stops
Hotspot Included
100 Minutes
Unlimited Texts

Tello 2GB 100 Mins

$7/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile

1 GB Datahigh-speed, then data stops
Hotspot Included
100 Minutes
Unlimited Texts

Tello Talk & Text

$8/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile

No Data Included
No Hotspot Included
Unlimited Minutes
Unlimited Texts

Tello 1GB

$9/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile

1 GB Datahigh-speed, then data stops
Hotspot Included
Unlimited Minutes
Unlimited Texts

Tello 2GB

$10/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile

2 GB Datahigh-speed, then data stops
Hotspot Included
Unlimited Minutes
Unlimited Texts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an MVNO?

An MVNO (mobile virtual network operator) sells mobile service without owning cellular infrastructure. MVNOs like Tello lease access to major carrier networks in the United States and deliver coverage using those host networks.

Which networks power Tello?

Tello uses T-Mobile for coverage in the United States.

How does Tello coverage compare to major carriers?

MVNO coverage mirrors the host networks it uses. Compare the host carrier performance above to see how those networks perform in the United States.

How can I check coverage in my area?

Use the coverage maps above to explore real-time coverage by host network. Each map reflects the underlying carrier used by Tello.

What do the performance metrics mean?

The performance metrics summarize median download speed, upload speed, and latency from crowdsourced tests on the host networks listed above. Higher download/upload and lower latency indicate a faster, more responsive connection.

Why can parts of the coverage map look empty?

Coverage maps are built from crowdsourced tests, so areas with limited recent data can look incomplete. Coverage improves as more tests are collected.

How can I contribute coverage data for the United States?

Download the CoverageMap app and run a few speed tests with location enabled. Your results help improve coverage accuracy and unlock local rankings faster.

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