Cox Mobile FAQs
Cox Mobile FAQs
What cell phone brands are available through Cox Mobile?
What cell phone brands are available through Cox Mobile?
Cox Mobile currently offers cell phones from Apple, Samsung, Google, TCL, and Motorola.
Are Cox Mobile cell phones 5G capable?
Are Cox Mobile cell phones 5G capable?
Yes! Cox Mobile offers unbeatable 5G reliability where available.
Does Cox Mobile offer affordable cell phone options?
Does Cox Mobile offer affordable cell phone options?
We offer an assortment of phones at various prices. With multiple options, we are confident that there's a plan and phone to fit your budget.
Do I get any deals on my Cox Mobile bill if I have Cox Internet?
Do I get any deals on my Cox Mobile bill if I have Cox Internet?
Yes, adding Cox Mobile to your existing Cox services can result in additional discounts and savings, depending on your plan.
How should I return my device if I'm no longer satisfied? Can I take it to UPS or mail it in directly like I do with my other Cox equipment returns?
How should I return my device if I'm no longer satisfied? Can I take it to UPS or mail it in directly like I do with my other Cox equipment returns?
You will need a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) label to submit any returns. To get this label, contact a Cox agent at a store, by phone, or go online. Do not attempt to return a Cox Mobile device until you have received an RMA.
Can I pre-order a device with Cox Mobile?
Can I pre-order a device with Cox Mobile?
Yes. New devices that have been announced may be pre-ordered before they are made available for sale to the public.
How long will it take to receive my device once shipped?
How long will it take to receive my device once shipped?
Your pre-ordered device is estimated to arrive on the day it is generally made available for sale. You will receive tracking information via email once your payment is successful and your order processes.
Can I order online and pick up in a store?
Can I order online and pick up in a store?
All online pre-orders will be shipped directly to your service address. If you need assistance with setup and activation, you may contact a Cox Customer Care Representative or visit your local Cox store.
Will I be charged if I pre-order with Cox Mobile?
Will I be charged if I pre-order with Cox Mobile?
We collect and validate your payment information when you place your pre-order, but your card will not be charged until your new device is ready to ship.
Can I finance a pre-order?
Can I finance a pre-order?
Yes, you may apply for a device payment plan to pay for your pre-ordered device. It will be begin once your device is ready to ship. Payment plans are provided by Citizens Pay®. See Citizens Pay® Line of Credit Agreement for full terms and conditions.
Can I trade in my existing device on a pre-order item?
Can I trade in my existing device on a pre-order item?
Trade-In is now available for pre-order devices in retail stores, call centers, and online.
I already have a line with Cox Mobile. Can I pre-order the new device on my existing line?
Yes, you may pre-order the new device for an existing Mobile line! Once you receive your new device, you can transfer your SIM to the new device to seamlessly transfer your service.
How many of my lines can pre-order new devices?
You may pre-order one (1) new device for each line on your account, up to 3 lines.
I preordered a device but received a notification that my payment method failed. What should I do?
If you received notification that your payment method failed, please call us at 888-345-8272 within 7 days to change your payment method.
Citizens Pay financing is leaving Cox on 5/1/25. What does this mean for my device payments?
Citizens Pay financing is leaving Cox on 5/1/25. What does this mean for my device payments?
As of May 1, 2025, Cox no longer supports Citizens Pay device financing. If you have used Citizens Pay to finance a device through Cox Mobile in the past, note that this may affect how you make payments in the future.
What does this mean for my account with Citizens Pay?
What does this mean for my account with Citizens Pay?
While your line of credit will no longer be available, customers are still responsible to pay the amount of any open balance per the terms of their agreement.
Do I still need to make my device payments to Citizens Pay?
Do I still need to make my device payments to Citizens Pay?
Yes, you are still responsible for making your monthly payments by their due date per the terms of your agreement.
What if I want to make another purchase?
What if I want to make another purchase?
We now offer Cox Mobile device payment plans for eligible customers.
What’s more affordable: buying a Cox Mobile phone outright or making payments?
What’s more affordable: buying a Cox Mobile phone outright or making payments?
The price of the phone will be the same with buying outright or by making payments. For customers who qualify, our device payment plans are offered with *0% APR so you can spread the total price over 24-months.
Pricing, packages and policies are subject to change. Cox Mobile plans and services subject to Mobile Customer Service Agreement (including mandatory arbitration provisions), Cox Mobile Acceptable Use Policy (including Cox's right to terminate service for abuse of network), Privacy Policy, Paperless Terms and Conditions and EasyPay Terms and Conditions.
5G capable devices required to access the 5G network. Coverage not available in all areas. Cox Mobile runs on the network with unbeatable 5G reliability as measured by Ookla, LLC in the U.S., 1H 2024. Results may vary. Not an endorsement. Wifi not tested.
*With approval of Cox Device Payment Plan at 0% APR and 24-month term. Subject to individual credit approval. Down payment may be required to receive financing and may impact periodic payment amount. Down payment requirements and amounts will be displayed after pre-qualification and prior to completing Device Payment Plan application. Cox may offer discounts for certain devices from time to time on qualifying 0% APR offers, subject to other terms. If applicable, discounts from Cox may appear on a future statement, within 2-3 billing cycles, and will be applied to the principal balance. When your promotional credits are applied, you may receive multiple credits on the same statement to catch you up. Prices vary by wireless device. Price quoted is price for lowest priced model. Changes to model configuration could increase price. Taxes, shipping, other charges and fees are extra, cannot be financed and must be paid in full at time of purchase. See Cox Device Payment for full terms and conditions. Cox Device Payment Plan offered by CCI Device, LLC. Learn more at https://www.cox.com/residential/mobile/deals.html.
Prices exclude taxes, device, activation, roaming data, international usage and other fees and charges, which are subject to change.
For Gig Unlimited, data speeds are reduced to a maximum of 1.5 Mbps download/750 Kbps upload after 20 GB of monthly data use.
For Pay As You Gig, data usage is billed per line in 1GB units; charges will not be pro-rated. Unused data does not roll over. Speeds reduced to a max of 1.5Mbps download/750 Kbps upload after 5GB of monthly data usage.
All displayed prices exclude applicable taxes and fees, which will be calculated at checkout and may change over time.