The Best Cellular Data Plans for RVers & Cruisers
Welcome to our central resource page for data plans, highlighting the plans we currently consider the best for phones, hotspots, tablets & routers.
Finding the right data plans for your unique needs is no easy task - using cellular data as a primary way online is not how most carriers have designed their mobile plans.
At the Mobile Internet Resource Center - we strive to provide unbiased mobile internet information for US based RVers, boaters and nomads.
Last Update:
November 21, 2024
Shopping for Cellular Data Plans Finding Your Best Data Plan for RVing or Boating!
Today's RVer or boater needs a home internet replacement while traveling. They're working from 'home', remote learning, researching the next stop, banking, keeping entertained and staying in touch with friends & family - all of which require internet access.
Cellular data is the most popular way to keep online while traveling, with Starlink being a common option for places without a cellular signal. A nomad's data plans need to get laptops, computers, smart TVs, gaming systems, and home automation systems online.
Using Cellular Data Resource Collection
Those living on the road for any length of time are not the typical cellular customer just using a bit of data when away from home, they're using it as a home internet replacement while on the go.
Which means seeking out data plans that include a lot of data that can be used as a hotspot from either smartphones, tablets, hotspot devices (Jetpacks, MiFis) or cellular embedded routers (Peplink, Winegard, Mofi, InstyConnect).
Data Plan Resources
-
Which Carrier Is Best?
How do Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and Dish compare for travel?
-
Getting Lots of Data
Learn about the ways to get lots of data in your mobile internet setup.
-
Selecting Data Plans
Our deep dive into data plans, and shopping for them.
-
Data Plan Pricing Grid
Our constantly updated spreadsheet comparing mobile internet plans.
-
Activating Data Plans
Our guide to activating plans and moving SIM cards.
-
Plans for Peplink Routers
Data plan considerations for Peplink cellular routers.
Current Top Cellular Data Plans Video
Top Plans in the News
We publish an updated video as warranted throughout the year, but plans change all the time. So be sure to check the recent news stories above for any changes, and the grid below is kept constantly up to date.
Best Cellular Data Plans for RVers & Boaters
Filter by the criteria that matter to you - the carrier (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile or Dish) and/or the type of device you want to use a data plan with. Click through to learn more about each plan.
Device Types
Carriers
Plan Characteristics
Is Mobile Internet an Important Part of Your Lifestyle? Go Further with a MIA Membership
This resource center is brought to you by our premium members - our MIAs. We don't sell stuff, we're not sponsored and you won't find 3rd party advertising in our content.
Our focus is on bringing you unbiased educational content.
In thanks for their support, our members get additional in-depth content, reviews, guidance, discounts, alerts and more.
Mobile Internet Education, News & Research
Cellular data plans are just one part of the equation to successful internet on the road. We welcome you to explore our resources covering this complicated topic.
Explore Our Resources
-
Guides & Collections
Get started with our self-paced educational content.
-
Gear Center
Research hotspots, routers, antennas, boosters, data plans and more.
-
News Center
Industry news analyzed specifically for RVers and boaters.
-
Our App - Coverage?
Coverage maps in your pocket.
-
Classroom
Written and video courses.
-
Sample Setup Explorer
Bringing the pieces all together.
Explore Popular Topics
-
Getting Started
New to mobile internet? Start with these resources.
-
Working Remotely
How to stay connected to work from anywhere.
-
Video & Entertainment
How to get your streaming or gaming fix.
-
Using Cellular Data
Learn about cellular data gear, plans and signal enhancing.
-
Satellite Internet
Current & emerging internet options from space.
Our free content is made possible by our premium members - we don't sell stuff, we don't have sponsors and you won't find 3rd party advertising on our site. For their support, our members get access to our in-depth content, interactive guidance, discounts, reviews, insider alerts and classrooms.
Mobile Internet Resource Center (dba Two Steps Beyond LLC) is founded by Chris & Cherie of