Gizmodo just published a comparison chart of features and prices for cell phone service that could help consumers choose the right service and get the best deal.

http://gizmodo.com/5451400/the-ultimate-cellphone-plans-comparison-chart

The chart was developed by BillShrink.com, which has an online tool that allows visitors to view other options for a given price or service feature. Simply type in some basic information on their current use and service features.

I just tried it and found it to be useful for itemizing costs and estimating total cost over 2 years. It produced 81 results and a so-called "shrink score" that indicates how much savings could be achieved for each result.

This is yet another tool in the toolbox for people looking to find a good deal on the right service. One limiting aspect of this tool, however, is that it does not seem to include any of the pre-paid vendors, only the major 4 carriers (T-Mobile, AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon).