In Aptos, you’ll select from 3 mobile wireless carriers listed below. 96.7% of Aptos’s land area is covered by some kind of wireless service, as are 99.04% of Aptos’s 15,760 residents. 5G reception covers up to 73.65% of people while they are sitting at home. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the Aptos providers below. This does not influence what data we show, and helps us provide high-quality, detailed information for free.
Aptos, CA Top Cell Providers
Starter Phones Designed for Child Safety
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $29/mo.
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Built-in Parental Controls | Approved Contacts Only | Parent-Controlled Internet Access
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile below
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States. Learn more about Mint vs. other carriers.
AT&T Wireless 5G available in Aptos
Coverage:
98.71% of Aptos
96.67% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 47.99% 4G: 86.95% 3G or 2G: 98.71%
1-833-652-2264
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AT&T Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Aptos
AT&T Wireless covers 98.71% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Aptos) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
47.99% |
9.48% |
4G |
86.95% |
58.47% |
2G or 3G |
98.71% |
93.34% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 47.99% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank AT&T Wireless as #3 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Aptos mobile providers.
AT&T Wireless Voice Quality in Aptos
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 47.99% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 89.57% of Aptos homes. 98.71% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Verizon Wireless 5G available in Aptos
Coverage:
97.00% of Aptos
96.15% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 52.89% 4G: 91.32% 3G or 2G: 93.85%
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Verizon Wireless Data Speeds and Coverage in Aptos
Verizon Wireless covers 97.00% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Aptos) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
52.89% |
48.09% |
4G |
91.32% |
78.79% |
2G or 3G |
93.85% |
86.62% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 52.89% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank Verizon Wireless as #2 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Aptos mobile providers.
Verizon Wireless Voice Quality in Aptos
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 52.89% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 95.25% of Aptos homes. 93.83% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
T-Mobile 5G available in Aptos
Coverage:
77.01% of Aptos
97.12% of the USA
Data Speeds:
5G: 61.35% 4G: 59.10% 3G or 2G: 70.13%
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T-Mobile Data Speeds and Coverage in Aptos
T-Mobile covers 77.01% of homes in the city with mobile data. The fastest cellular data speed available is 5G. Coverage by homes and land mass (the % of acres with cell coverage versus the total acreage in Aptos) is shown below.
Tech |
% Homes |
% Land |
|---|---|---|
5G |
61.35% |
22.09% |
4G |
59.10% |
18.21% |
2G or 3G |
70.13% |
37.37% |
5G is the fastest wireless internet and data speed for 61.35% of homes. 4G is the fastest cell coverage for 0.00% of homes. 0.00% of homes can only receive 2G or 3G data. We rank T-Mobile as #1 out of 3 for a combination of coverage and speed among Aptos mobile providers.
T-Mobile Voice Quality in Aptos
5G voice quality can be very clear, and is available to 61.35% of homes. 4G voice is considered HD, and is available at 76.05% of Aptos homes. 71.19% of homes can make calls using older 2G or 3G voice technology.
Coverage percentages on this page are based on the percent of Aptos homes that would be covered by cellular service of any kind, unless specified as Aptos land area.
Fastest Cell Service Down to the Aptos Neighborhood
The map below shows where Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile are faster in Aptos, CA. Areas with no clear winner are shown as ties.
Overall, Aptos ranks #3098 out of 3619 cities for the fastest mobile internet network speeds in California.
Best Aptos Cell Provider Key
The central parts of the city feature better overall coverage for faster data. The opposite is true in the northeastern areas of Aptos where mobile data speeds are generally slower.
Best Coverage & Data Speeds in Aptos, CA: T-Mobile
Among the largest cell phone companies in the United States, T-Mobile has the best speed and coverage in Aptos. T-Mobile has 5G that covers 61.35% of the city. Cell service of any type reaches 98.71% of Aptos homes.
Cheap Options for Mobile Service in Aptos, CA
If the price of a Aptos mobile plan is a major concern for you, cheaper mobile plans are available as well. There are several options available in Aptos including pre-paid, no-contract plans that start as low as $15 per line. Many of these providers such as Mint, Boost, and Cricket partner with the three major carriers to provide excellent coverage nationwide. With these discount options, the price of your Aptos wireless plan will quickly rise if you add additional lines or features such as a hotspot or unlimited data.
Plans include 5G where available.
Coverage:
T-Mobile Network
Data Speeds:
Same as T-Mobile above
Plans start at $15/mo.
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Mint Mobile provides very affordable plans using the same network as T-Mobile throughout the United States.
These providers all offer excellent coverage at a lower price compared to more well-known brands. Mint is generally regarded as the most affordable provider for unlimited data, with a high "throttle cap" of 35GB. Depending on where you live, you may prefer the AT&T network coverage offered by Cricket. Boost is a good option for international travelers.
Aptos, CA Mobile Network Coverage Maps | Voice, 4G & 5G
Aptos Fastest Speeds Key
Your mobile coverage in Aptos may vary based on your provider and location. The map above shows the fastest mobile data speeds in and around the city. To see coverage for an individual provider, click the provider's availability maps above.
There are several types of mobile coverage to consider when evaluating a carrier’s geographic reliability. 5G is the fastest mobile data connection in Aptos covering 73.65% of homes in the area while 4G covers 95.99% of the city. Overall, 99.04% of homes (15,760 people) and 96.7% of the land (56.6 square miles) are covered by some form of cell technology.
5G Coverage Map and Availability in Aptos
Aptos 5G Coverage Key
5G is currently the most advanced network available with speeds several times faster than 4G. 5G networks in Aptos cover 73.65% of homes with 5G voice and data. In total 49.92% or 29.2 square miles of Aptos are covered by 5G. The best 5G coverage in Aptos comes from T-Mobile with 61.35% coverage.
4G Coverage Map and Availability in Aptos
Aptos 4G Coverage Key
4G/LTE networks have become one of the nation’s most common mobile coverage types for data, and in some locations, voice calls. In Aptos, 92.63% of the area is covered by 4G data, and 95.99% is covered by 4G HD voice service. Verizon Wireless has the best 4G network in Aptos with 95.25% coverage.
Selecting the Best Cell Provider in Aptos for You
If you’re still struggling to choose a cell phone provider in the city, some of these facts may help you decide:
- Coverage to Aptos houses is best with service from AT&T Wireless, with 98.71% of homes covered.
- The best coverage across all Aptos land is provided by AT&T Wireless at 93.34% of land area covered.
- The current best 5G coverage comes from T-Mobile reporting 61.35% in Aptos.
- The best 4G coverage is obtainable with Verizon Wireless, covering 95.25% of Aptos.
- The top estimated average speed in Aptos, estimated at 43.56, Mbps is available through T-Mobile.
Mobile Service Cities Near Aptos
If you live near Aptos but aren’t technically in the city, or you like to explore the region a lot, your coverage availability and speeds may vary.
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