Google Fi vs TextNow
Head-to-head comparison based on our 11-point scoring methodology. Updated February 2026.
T-Mobile
Google Fi
5.5/11
5.5/11 — AverageWinner
T-Mobile
TextNow
0.0/11
0.0/11 — PoorQuick Verdict
Google Fi wins with a score of 5.5/11, beating TextNow by 5.5 points. Google Fi wins 6 of 11 scoring criteria while TextNow wins 0.
Why Google Fi wins:
- ✓ More premium data included
- ✓ Better account security (2FA)
11-Point Scoring Comparison
| Criteria | Google Fi | TextNow |
|---|---|---|
| 💰Price $25 or under | No | No |
| 📶35GB+ premium data | Yes ✓ | No |
| 📊High data cap | Partial ✓ | No |
| 📱Unlimited talk & text | Yes ✓ | No |
| 🔧Build-a-plan options | No | No |
| 🔐SIM PIN protection | Yes ✓ | No |
| 🛡️2FA security | Yes ✓ | No |
| 📡Good coverage | Yes ✓ | No |
| ✅No data breaches | No | No |
| ♾️True unlimited data | No | No |
| 💬Good customer service | No | No |
| Total Score | 5.5/11 | 0.0/11 |
Plan & Pricing Comparison
| Plan | Google Fi | TextNow |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest Plan | $20/mo | N/A |
| Unlimited Plan | None | None |
| Total Plans | 1 | 0 |
| Taxes Included | No | No |
Network & Security
| Feature | Google Fi | TextNow |
|---|---|---|
| Network | T-Mobile | T-Mobile |
| 2FA Available | Yes | No |
| SIM PIN | Yes | No |
| Data Breaches | Yes | Yes |
Our Recommendation
Between these two, Google Fi scores higher. However, both carriers score below our top picks. For the best value in prepaid wireless, consider:
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This comparison is based on our independent 11-point scoring methodology. Scores are calculated from objective criteria including price, data, security, and customer service. Learn about our methodology.