How to use this worksheet
This page is meant to slow the decision down. Fill in the current situation, the new offer, the regular price after promotion, and the risk points before switching or signing up.
| # | Worksheet item | Notes to capture |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coverage where you live, work, and travel | Write the current provider answer and the new provider answer before deciding. |
| 2 | Monthly plan price after discounts | Write the current provider answer and the new provider answer before deciding. |
| 3 | Data amount and throttling rules | Write the current provider answer and the new provider answer before deciding. |
| 4 | Prepaid vs postpaid structure | Write the current provider answer and the new provider answer before deciding. |
| 5 | Bring-your-own-device vs financing | Write the current provider answer and the new provider answer before deciding. |
| 6 | Roaming and long-distance rules | Write the current provider answer and the new provider answer before deciding. |
| 7 | Family or multi-line discounts | Write the current provider answer and the new provider answer before deciding. |
| 8 | Activation or connection fees | Write the current provider answer and the new provider answer before deciding. |
| 9 | Voicemail, hotspot, and feature limits | Write the current provider answer and the new provider answer before deciding. |
| 10 | Cancellation or device balance obligations | Write the current provider answer and the new provider answer before deciding. |
Decision notes
Price
Compare the full monthly and yearly cost, including fees, equipment, add-ons, and taxes where applicable.
Fit
Check whether the service actually solves the problem rather than simply looking cheaper or faster.
Exit
Understand cancellation, return, renewal, transfer, and support rules before committing.