Backed by TracFone and operating on the Verizon network, the Wal-Mart's Straight Talk plan is a prepaid cell phone plan that can serve as an economical alternative to other existing prepaid plans or contract phone plans.

Straight Talk Network Availability

Since it operates on the Verizon network, Straight Talk service is accessible wherever Verizon is accessible. Therefore, if you currently have a Verizon phone and are thinking of switching to Straight Talk, there's no question as to whether or not there is coverage in your area.

If you're switching from a service other than Verizon, go to the Straight Talk website (StraightTalk.com) and view their coverage map.