Net10 LG600gDeciding Between Net10 and Tracfone VersionsThe Net10 LG600g costs $39.99. In contrast, the Tracfone version costs just $19.99 with double minutes for life. Now you're probably wondering why you should pay $20 more for the Net10 version.
300 "Free" MinutesWell, the reason is that you get 300 "free" minutes good for 60 days. At 10 cents a minute, this is a $30 value, so you're really paying only about $10 for the Net10 LG600g phone actually making it a little cheaper.Update: Deal on Refurbished LG600Selected areas have refurbished LG600g's plus a 300 minute card for $30 total. Good deal while it lasts.Guaranteed 10 cent RateAnd as I just mentioned, you also get a guaranteed rate of 10 cents a minutes for all your airtime. With Tracfone, the rate varies depending on which airtime card you buy. You have to make a somewhat complicated calculation of how many minutes you’re likely to use in a 90-day or one-year period when deciding which airtime card to buy.Still, Tracfone airtime doesn’t necessarily cost more. If you faithfully track down the latest bonus codes, you can sometimes end up even paying less than 10 cents a minute. But it’s a little bit of a hassle. Different Auto Refill OptionsWhen you get a Net10 LG600g cell phone you can sign up for the Easy Minutes plan which lets you spend either $15, $25 or $40 a month, all at their 10 cents per minute rate. So you get 150, 250 or 400 minutes a month.The similar Tracfone Value plans offer cost about $10, $20, or $30 a month for 50, 100 or 150 minutes a month on regular Tracfones. However, the LG 600 is one of the double minute phones so those minutes double to 100, 200 or 300 minutes a month, making the effective rate also ten cents a minute. So the choice here is really about how many minutes a month will you use. If your use is closer to 150, 250 or 400 minutes a month, you’re better off getting the Net10 LG 600 phone. On the other hand if you usage falls more along the 100, 200 or 300 minutes a month chunks, then you are better off with the Tracfone version. It’s actually a little weird trying to figure this out: 100 Minutes per month – Go with Tracfone150 Minutes per month – Go with Net10200 Minutes per month – Go with Tracfone250 Minutes per month – Go with Net10 Now normally, I would continue down this path and say for 300 minutes to go with Tracfone etc., but there is actually a better option. A Third Option: Straight TalkThere is a service called Straight TalkNow the LG 600g isn't actually available as a Straight Talk phone, but you do have some good options such as the Motorola W385 or the LG 290C. Back to the comparison: Same Customer ServiceSince these phone services are basically offered by the same company, their customer service is pretty much the same. I’ve found the customer service reps mostly friendly and hard-working. Still, that doesn’t mean it’s an enjoyable experience to call them when your phone isn’t working the way you expect.Usually, everything is fine, and when you want something extra, you can . . . Download the Same StuffYou can basically download the same set of ringtones, games and graphics from both versions of the phone. I’m personally happy to play the included Sudoku game on both my Net10 and Tracfone handsets. It definitely helps me pass the time when stuck in a line somewhere.Even the Manual is the SameDownload the Net10 LG600g manual here.So Choose Already!You can get the Net10 LG600G cell phoneIf you prefer a Tracfone, and you’re willing to get a reconditioned phone, Get an LG 600G phone for $19.99 and receive double minutes for life!
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