Phones - How To Find The Cheapest Phone Calling Card
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How to Find the Cheapest Phone Calling Card
Summary
Choosing the right calling card can be overwhelming due to the vast number of ads in magazines and online. Prepaid calling cards are essential for affordable communication during travel, avoiding the high charges from hotels and attractions.Article
In today's digital age, selecting the best calling card can be daunting with numerous advertisements online and in magazines. Prepaid calling cards are a great solution for affordable communication, especially when traveling for vacation or business. They help cut down on hefty charges often levied by hotels and other tourist hotspots. Typically, these prepaid rates are comparable to those from major providers like Sprint, AT&T, or MCI WorldCom, which charge 69 to 89 cents per minute for long-distance, plus a surcharge unless you renew monthly.
However, subscribing to a monthly plan can save you money. For instance, AT&T offers a plan where a $1 monthly fee reduces the rate to 25 cents per minute. MCI offers 15 cents per minute for a $2 monthly fee, while Sprint provides dime-a-minute calls for $10.95 per month. This price competition is why prepaid cards offering rates as low as a penny per minute are becoming increasingly popular.
The deregulated market leads to many companies offering competitive rates, but it also means customers must be cautious. The real challenge is calculating the true cost of a call, as low rates can often be obscured by additional surcharges.
One downside to using a prepaid calling card is the need to dial a special 1-800 number and a lengthy PIN before making a call. Despite this small inconvenience, international callers prefer these cards for their affordable rates.
Here are three key points to know before using phone cards:
1. Connection Fees: Many cards charge a standard connection fee in addition to the per-minute rate. Longer calls are more economical since the fixed connection cost (usually 49 cents) makes the per-minute rate lower over an extended period.
2. Card Status Updates: Each time you make a call, a computerized system informs you about your remaining credit or minutes.
3. Choosing the Right Card: Select cards with the exact value you need. Extra-large cards might not be a safe bet if the provider discontinues after a few months.
Always consider these factors to ensure you're getting the best value from your calling card.
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