Ricochet set to bounce back - Tech News - CNET.com "Ricochet plans to sell the service for $44.95 per month and charge $99.95 for the modem, Kelly said. In contrast, Metricom charged $75 to $80 per month for Ricochet service and $250 to $300 for the modems, she said." Compare with $99.99/$299.99 (monthly/laptop card) for Verizon Express unlimited. Of course, Verizon coverage is much broader.