Consumers can save a signifcant amount of money by using prepaid long distance to make domestic and international long distance calls. Prepaid long distance plans like the Flex Plan offered by Tel3 Advantage feature high quality connections and very low rates when compared to long distance service offered by the phone company. Rates start at just 1.9 cents per minute and this includes all fees and taxes. The best part is that the Tel3 service can be purchased in small denominations (as low as $10) and there is no long term contract or other obligation. It can be used from nearly any phone without changing service providers so it is great for short or long term service. It can also be used to make cheap international calls from cell phones.

The Tel3 Flex plan comes with many features at no additional cost. These include PIN free dialing, speed dialing, on-line call history and the ability to add up to 10 phones to one account. It can also be used to make direct dial international calls from smart cell phones using free SmartPlug technology. A handy feature that makes Tel3 service seamless with any existing service. The Tel3 Advantage Flex Plan is the most popular prepaid long distance service in North America with over 100,000 customers.

Tel3 Advantage is currently only available in the USA and Canada. Services can be purchased with a major credit card or through PayPal. It can be purchased online or over the phone by calling 800 441 0321. For more information on Tel3 Advantage and other prepaid services visit Smart Global Call

Premium phone cards like those offered by SmartGlobalCall Phone Cards International or Speedy Pin are very popular because they offer very low rates and high quality. They are used on a short or long term basis by people who want to save money on domestic or international long distance calls. The savings can be substantial since many feature rates of 1 cent per minute or lower to many locations. Phone cards are also a great option for travelers who want to make low cost calls while traveling or other who may want top make calls from multiple phones. Many premium phone cards offer features like PIN free dialing, auto recharge and online call history which makes them very similar to prepaid long distance plans.

Phone cards are especially useful for people who want to budget their long distance expenses or only want to make occasional domestic or international long distance calls. International phone cards can be used to make calls from nearly any country. New types of products like Callback cards can be used to make very cheap international calls from almost any phone in the world including cell phones.

Prepaid phone cards can be purchased online by using a major credit card or, in many cases, PayPal. They can also be purchased in small denominations so they can be efficiently used to make a small number of calls. Most phone cards have added fees that are not reflected in the advertised rates so it is a good idea to shop for phone cards on websites (like those listed above) where all of the details of each phone card are fully disclosed. Even with added fees, there is a phone card to meet any needed at a very low cost.

Prepaid cell phones are gaining popularity with students, travelers or other people who only need a cell phone for a short period of time. They are ideal for people who do not want the obligation of a long term contract or only want a mobile phone for emergency or limited use and do not want to pay for services (minutes) they do not need. Prepaid cell phones do not require a contract, monthly fee or other obligation. Simply prepay for a packet of minutes and use them as desired.

Prepaid cell phones do not require a long term contract and some Prepaid Cell Phone Service providers offer rebates and other special offers on cell phone purchases. Using a prepaid cell phone is a great way to control expenses because minutes are prepaid so there are no surprises or unexpected overages like may be experienced with contract services.

Prepaid cell phone refill cards can be purchased and used as needed. These are sold in relatively small denominations and usually never expire. Expenses can be reduced even more if prepaid cell phone recharge cards are purchased from discounters. Several merchants offer prepaid wireless refill cards for major carriers at discounted prices. In many cases refill cards can be purchased at a 5 or 10% discount to face value.

People can save a significant amount of money on VoIP phone service if they are will to prepay for a period of one year. There are a wide range of plans offered by VoIP Service providers that fit virtually any need. Most service providers will include a modem and other required equipment free of charge. There are some great deals being offered in the market today. Several companies charge as little as $5 or $10 per month for VoIP service with unlimited calling plans if prepaid for one year.

Consumers should review these offers carefully because equipment charges, shipping, activation fees, international calling rates and the cost of add-ons vary significantly between service providers. Also, buyers take some risk when prepaying for services several months in advance. A case in point was the bankruptcy of SunRocket VoIP last year. A year ago they were offering a VoIP unlimited calling plan for $199 per year with advance payment. Many customers lost money when they went out-of-business last spring leaving them with no service and they did not refund any money.

For those willing to take some risk, very good deals on Prepaid VoIP Phone Service are available.