Vodafone SIM only offers Updated: 2024-12-05 10:14:54
Vodafone is one of the UK's leading mobile networks with close to 20 million users.
One of the oldest and biggest mobile providers, Vodafone offers a huge choice of SIM only offers.
- Unlimited texts and minutes
- Save with Vodafone Together
- Unlimited data plans available
Vodafone SIM Only 150GB Red
1£12.50 £25pm after 6 Months
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 150GB Xtra Global Roam
2£17.50 £35pm after 6 Months
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 150GB Xtra Euro Roam
3£16 £32pm after 6 Months
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 150GB Red + Entertainment
4£16.50 £33pm after 6 Months
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 150GB Xtra Global Roam + Entertainment
5£21.50 £43pm after 6 Months
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 150GB Xtra Euro Roam + Entertainment
6£20 £40pm after 6 Months
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Max
7£33 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Max Xtra Global Roam
8£43 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Max Xtra Euro Roam
9£40 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Max + Entertainment
10£41 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Max Xtra Euro Roam + Entertainment
11£48 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited
12£30 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Xtra Global Roam
13£40 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited + Entertainment
14£38 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 200GB Red
15£28 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 200GB Xtra Global Roam
16£38 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 200GB Xtra Euro Roam
17£35 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 200GB Red + Entertainment
18£36 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 50GB Red
19£21 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 50GB Red + Entertainment
20£29 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Max
21£35 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Max Xtra Global Roam
22£45 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Max Xtra Euro Roam
23£42 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Max + Entertainment
24£43 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Max Xtra Global Roam + Entertainment
25£53 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Max Xtra Euro Roam+ Entertainment
26£50 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 20GB Red
27£24 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 20GB Red + Entertainment
28£32 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 25GB Xtra Global Roam
29£34 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 25GB Xtra Euro Roam
30£34 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 25GB Xtra Global Roam + Entertainment
31£42 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only 25GB Xtra Euro Roam + Entertainment
32£39 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited
33£32 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Xtra Global Roam
34£42 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited Xtra Euro Roam
35£39 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front cost
Vodafone SIM Only Unlimited + Entertainment
36£40 per month
(prices may change during contract)
No up-front costAll you need to know about Vodafone SIM Only
Vodafone have been around since 1991 and are one of the four big mobile networks in the UK with around 19.5 million customers.
They have a choice of SIM Only and Pay As You Go plans perfect for those who are happy to keep their existing handset.
Let's take a look in more detail at what Vodafone SIM Only has to offer.
SIM only plans
Vodafone have a great range of SIM only plans with a choice of contract lengths so there really is something for everyone.
Contracts come in rolling 30 days, 12 month or 24 month. The 24 months offer the best value as they tend to be a lot cheaper compared to the same tariff on a 30 day contract.
All tariffs come with unlimited minutes and unlimited texts, so it's just a case of selecting the data level that's right for you.
Entertainment plans
Available on selected plans, choose between a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Spotify Premium or YouTube Premium. You’ll also receive 100 minutes from the UK to anywhere in the EU for free.
Pay as you go plans
Vodafone does still offer the classic pay as you go option. This allows you to just pay for what you use. But it can be quite expensive, at the time of writing (May 2020) rates are 20p per minute, 20p per text and 20p per 5Mb of data. If you spend £1 in a day, Vodafone will give you unlimited minutes and texts plus 500Mb of data to use until midnight.
You can buy a 30 day bundle of data, minutes and texts which offers slightly better value. These are:
- 3Gb Data, 250 minutes and unlimited texts for £10
- 6Gb Data, 250 minutes and unlimited texts for £15
- 10Gb Data, 1000 minutes and unlimited texts for £20
- 20Gb Data, 3000 minutes and unlimited texts for £30
- Unlimited 5G, unlimited minutes and unlimited texts for £50
Any unused data or minutes from the bundle gets rolled over into the next 30 days and you can add a bundle onto your SIM at any time.
Why choose Vodafone SIM Only?
Coverage
The Vodafone network covers around 98% of the UK so you can make calls or texts from pretty much anywhere.
Vodafone Together
Save £3 a month when you sign up to a 24 Month SIM only and Home Broadband plan together.
VeryME Rewards
VeryMe rewards Vodafone customers with treats and giveaways tailored to your interests. Rewards range from free coffee to festival tickets.
Customers not on the Unlimited Max Plan can pay £6 per day for the Roam Further plan which gives a total 105 destinations in the EU and worldwide.
They are also the first UK mobile network to offer 5G roaming in Spain, Germany and Italy – reaching 47 European towns and cities in total.
Great choice
Vodafone has a great choice of both handsets and tariffs so you should be able to find one that suits you.
Unlimited minutes and texts
Unlimited minutes and texts are on most plans with the exception of the pay as you go plans. This means you can focus purely on the amount of data you need.
Stay safe online with Secure Net
All Vodafone plans come with a 3-month free trial of Secure Net, to protect you from harmful viruses and websites – plus a filter for children’s devices.
My Vodafone app
You can manage your account on-the-go and check your usage and pay bills easily. If you need help, virtual agent TOBi is on hand 24/7 to help you find most of your answers in less than 30 seconds.
Tethering
You are free to tether with Vodafone (assuming your device supports this). Tethering is turning your phone into a personal hotspot so that you can use your mobile data allowance to get online with other devices like a laptop or tablet.
This can really chew through your data though so make sure to keep your eye on your allowance.
Roaming on Vodafone
Vodafone announced changes to its roaming charges following Brexit. The amount you will now pay will depend on your Vodafone plan, when it started, and where you’ll be roaming.
Unlimited data Xtra plan with 4 Xtra benefits:
- Zone A (Ireland and Isle of Man) – Included at no extra cost
- Zone B (49 European destinations) - Included at no extra cost
- Zone C (32 worldwide destinations) - Included at no extra cost
- Zone D (73 worldwide destinations) - £6 per day
Limited data Xtra plan with 4 Xtra benefits:
- Zone A (Ireland and Isle of Man) – Included at no extra cost
- Zone B (49 European destinations) - Included at no extra cost
- Zone C (32 worldwide destinations) - £6 per day
- Zone D (73 worldwide destinations) - £6 per day
Any other Vodafone Pay monthly plans
- Zone A (Ireland and Isle of Man) – Included at no extra cost
- Zone B (49 European destinations) - £2 per day
- Zone C (32 worldwide destinations) - £6 per day
- Zone D (73 worldwide destinations) - £6 per day
Vodafone Basics Plan:
- Roaming not included
Vodafone also have a 25GB roaming fair use policy. So even if your plan includes 100GB data a month, you can only use up to 25GB of data a month when roaming.
If your Vodafone Pay monthly plan started before 11 August 2021 the there is no change to the way you roam as long as you stay on your current mobile plan.
What's bad about Vodafone SIM Only?
Expensive
Vodafone does tend to be amongst the more expensive providers. If you are a light user then it may be worth exploring some of the cheaper networks.
Above average complaints
In the Ofcom comparing service quality report(published on 30th April 2019), Vodafone received 7 complaints per 100,000 customers, well above the industry average of 4, putting them top of the list with Virgin Mobile.
Limited WiFi hotspots
WiFi hotspots are useful for keeping your data usage down, or getting online when there's no mobile signal.
Vodafone falls behind a little in this area. You get free access to Virgin Media's 250+ hotspots across London's TFL network, but this is little use if you don't live in London.
No data rollover for pay monthly customers
Data rollover is a pretty common feature now with most providers, Sky even rolls over your data for 3 years. But for Vodafone customers this feature is only available on their pay as you go bundles.
Price increases
All pay monthly contracts have an annual price adjustment in line with the Retail Price Index (RPI). They did previously have a The Fixed Price Promise but this ended back in May 2016.
What else does Vodafone offer?
Learn more about what else Vodafone offers:
Frequently asked questions
Does Vodafone support WiFi calling?
WiFi calling is supported on Vodafone. WiFi Calling lets you make and receive calls over WiFi. This is great for when there's poor mobile phone signal such as rural locations or inside buildings with thick walls.
Can I keep my number when switching to a Vodafone SIM Only plan?
Yes, you can usually keep your number when switching mobile networks. Once your receive and activate your new Vodafone SIM, you can request a PAC code from your old provider. Simply submit this PAC code to Vodafone using their online form and they will take care of the rest.
Which network does Vodafone use?
Vodafone is one of the four providers in the UK that owns and operates on its own network, along with EE, O2 and Three. All other providers in the UK piggyback of one of these four. Vodafone’s 4G network covers around 99% of the UK population.
Can I upgrade my SIM Only plan to include a handset?
If you’ve got a 12-month SIM only plan, after 3 months, you can upgrade for free to any Pay monthly phone plan
How do I switch to Vodafone SIM only?
Switching to Vodafone SIM only couldn't be easier. Once you have found the offer you want, simply click the ‘View Offer’ button. This will take you to Vodafone’s website, who will guide you through the rest of the process. Or you can click the link below to go direct to the Vodafone website.
