More importantly, since from a device standpoint they are pretty equal, the Sprint 3G service is more widespread with 4G continuing to roll out quickly, and it's a generally better overall experience, at least with data. The plans are better and cheaper, as is the cost of insurance, we also get unlimited data for 3G and 4G while they get 5GB for existing customers, 2GB max for new customers, data plan downgraders, and thethering. Without these things another device can be 10X better (which it isn't) but it would still be pointless.