Best Bulk Data PAYG SIMs in the UK
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I want to buy a big chunk of data and use it until it runs out. I'm not interested in a contract. I don't want a bundle of phone calls, SMS, or ringtones. Just give me DATA that lasts for as long as possible.
Here's the best data deals that I could find. Stick them in your 2nd SIM slot, use them as broadband backup, or shove in a dongle and attach to a Raspberry Pi.
| Operator | Cost | Data | Length | £/GB | £/Month | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EE | £50 | 120GB | 12 Months | £0.42 | £4.17 | Amazon |
| O2 | £40 | 12GB | 12 Months | £3.33 | £3.33 | Amazon |
| Three | £45 | 24GB | 24 Months | £1.88 | £1.88 | Amazon |
| Vodafone | £30 | 12GB | 12 Months | £2.50 | £2.50 | Amazon |
| Vodafone | £45 | 24GB | 24 Months | £1.88 | £1.88 | Amazon |
| 1p Mobile | £30 | 3GB | 12 Months | £10.00 | £2.50 | 1pMobile |
| Anywhere | £60 | 0.6GB | 12 Months | £20.00 | £5.00 | Anywhere |
If you want the cheapest data - it's got to be EE. Less than a quarter of the price-per-GB than Three.
For the cheapest per-month equivalent - there's nothing between Three or Vodafone. Just pick whoever gives you best coverage.
Worth also checking whether the network you choose supports 5G on their pre-paid SIMS. Same for roaming. Some do, some don't - it's not always clear from their websites.
I'm not sure if I can physically use 120GB in a year given that I'm mostly WFH. So I think I might give Vodafone a go.
If you've spotted any better deals - please let me know in the comments below.
Every iPad and MiFi I own has one of these SIMs in it because my usage is inconsistent and I can keep a few spares around. More flexible and cheaper than contract for me.
Really helpful from @edent - especially for those providing data access for #DigitalInclusion amongst other things... shkspr.mobi/blog/2021/08/b…
@Edent hopefully they can be toppled up because a new Sim every 12 months seems a waste of plastic and electronics. Any suggestions for a modem for the raspberry pi? Everything seems to be WiFi not just direct connection.
Thank you. I'd missed that Vodafone Amazon deal and I need it with my FTTP down (again).
So weird EE launched that deal on Amazon 😂
Alastair Harding says:
The Three 24GB one is down to £31.29 at the moment!