$0 monthly Lifeline service for eligible households

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Free Government Phone and Tablet Combo

A free Lifeline phone for calls and a discounted tablet for school, telehealth and job searches.

Updated · By the FreeCall Wireless team · Official sources

Quick answer

Can I get a Free Government Phone and Tablet Combo?

Yes. Eligible households can get a free Lifeline phone from FreeCall Wireless and add a 4G LTE Android tablet at a discounted one-time co-pay. Lifeline covers one line of service per household, so the tablet shares data through your phone's hotspot or Wi-Fi.

  • Free Lifeline phone
  • Discounted 8-inch tablet
  • Share data with hotspot
Couple relaxing at home with a free government phone and a tablet
Use the tablet on Wi-Fi or share your phone's data with hotspot.

What is included in the phone and tablet combo?

The combo pairs any free smartphone with our 8-inch Android tablet. The tablet works on Wi-Fi anywhere and on mobile data through your phone's hotspot.

Is the tablet free too?

We want to be clear: Lifeline supports one service per household, and it does not pay for tablets. Since the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) ended in 2024, no federal program gives away free tablets. Our tablet is offered at a discounted one-time co-pay, and occasionally free during promotions in select states. The co-pay is always shown before you finish your order.

Why get a tablet with your free phone?

Telehealth

See your doctor on a bigger screen.

Homework

Kids can join online classes and do assignments.

Job searching

Fill out applications and build a resume.

Family video calls

Easier for seniors to see faces.

Who qualifies for the combo?

Anyone who qualifies for Lifeline can choose the combo. That includes households on SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance or the Veterans Pension, and households with income at or below 135% of the poverty guidelines ($36,882 for a family of three in 2026).

How do I order the phone and tablet combo?

  1. 1

    Apply for Lifeline

    Complete the online application and choose your free phone.

  2. 2

    Add the tablet

    In the device step, choose "Add a tablet". The co-pay is shown before you submit.

  3. 3

    Get both devices

    Once approved, your phone and tablet ship together.

What can the tablet do without a separate data plan?

Plenty. At home, connect the tablet to Wi-Fi. On the go, turn on hotspot on your Lifeline phone and the tablet uses the phone's data. Video uses data quickly, so download shows or lessons on Wi-Fi when you can, and keep an eye on your monthly data. You can add more data at any time.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a free tablet from the government?

Not through Lifeline. The ACP used to help with tablets but ended in 2024. Our tablet is a discounted add-on for Lifeline customers.

Does the tablet have its own data plan?

Lifeline covers one line, so the tablet uses Wi-Fi or your phone's hotspot. A separate tablet data plan may be available for purchase.

Can I get two phones instead of a phone and tablet?

Lifeline allows one benefit per household, so only one phone line can be free.

Is the tablet good for kids?

Yes. It runs Android with Google Play, supports parental controls through Google Family Link and has a durable design.

Can I get the tablet later?

Yes. Lifeline customers in good standing can add a tablet later by calling support.

Sources and last update

Reviewed and updated on by the FreeCall Wireless team. Program figures come from these official sources:

Spotted something out of date? Email support@freecallwireless.com and we will correct it.

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