If you’re looking for another reason to consider a burner phone, their bare-bones functionality makes them ideal for users who don’t need the internet or social media. So, if a cell phone that keeps you off the proverbial grid is what you’re looking for, you’ll be happy to learn there are dozens of no-nonsense phones and prepaid plans on the market these days. You might also be interested to know you can pick up a so-called burner phone in any number of retail outlets.
Some of the more prominent prepaid phone providers on the market are Boost Mobile and Tracfone, but even Verizon has gotten in on the prepaid game via their Total line of phones. Whatever level of function you need, most prepaid phone providers sell their devices through big box stores like Best Buy, Walmart, and Target. They can also be purchased at retail phone outlets like Metro and Cricket and certain convenience stores like 7-11.
As for how much a burner phone will cost you, that all depends on what you want from the device. Assuming you’re not looking for a prepaid smartphone, you can pick one up for as low as $20, but prices go up from there. You will also need to pay for the phone’s calling plan separately, and that price can change dramatically depending on the plan selected. If those options aren’t appealing, you could always turn your current smartphone into a pseudo burner via the Burner app.
