Tesco Mobile

Tesco Mobile SIM Only

Tesco Mobile is the largest mobile virtual network operator in the UK. Running on O2’s network, Tesco Mobile cover 99% of the UK population and offer a wide choice 30-day and 12-month SIM only deals from as little as £7.50 per month.

With Tesco Mobile deals you can cap your bill for complete peace of mind and even earn Clubcard points.

Pay Monthly Tesco Mobile SIMs

2GB 12 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £7.50

12 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | 2GB data | Unlimited texts and calls

2GB 24 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £7.50

24 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | 2GB data | Unlimited texts and calls

12GB 24 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £10.00

24 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | 12GB data | Unlimited texts and calls

12GB 12 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £11.00

12 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | 12GB data | Unlimited texts and calls

30GB 24 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £11.00

24 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | 30GB data | Unlimited texts and calls

60GB 24 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £15.00

24 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | 60GB data | Unlimited texts and calls

30GB 12 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £15.00

12 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | 30GB data | Unlimited texts and calls

Unlimited 24 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £17.50

24 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | Unlimited texts, minutes and data

60GB 12 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £17.50

12 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | 60GB data | Unlimited texts and calls

100GB 24 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £17.50

24 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | 100GB data | Unlimited texts and calls

100GB 12 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £20.00

12 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | 100GB data | Unlimited texts and calls

Unlimited 12 month Tesco Mobile SIM Only £30.00

12 month Tesco Mobile SIMO | Unlimited texts, minutes and data

Tesco Pay As You Go SIMs

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Tesco Mobile PAYG customers have two options: Triple Credit or Rocket Packs. You just pay for what you use with Triple Credit – 25p per minute, 10p per text, and 10p per MB of data. It’s cvalled Triple credit because Tesco will triple your credit each time you top up. This means that a £10 top-up would give you £30 in credit. Top-ups are available in instalments of £10, £15, and £20.

Rocket Packs are time limited bundles of texts, minutes and data for one fee. Each Rocket Pack is valid for 30 or until the quota runs out.
They are similar to the popular giffgaff Goody Bags.

Service and Network Coverage

Tesco uses O2 so coverage is very similar that of O2. O2 now has 99 percent 2G coverage, 98 percent 3G coverage, and 97 percent 4G coverage. It’s still a smart idea to double-check coverage in your area, and research if your phone supports wi-fi calling as a back-up.

Why You Might like Tesco Mobile

Excellent 4G and 5G coverage

Tesco Mobile run on O2’s network so you can access great coverage for calls and data across 99% of the UK population. Before you buy, check the network’s reception in your area using Tesco Mobile’s coverage checker.
5G at no extra cost

All of Tesco Mobile’s £10 or more SIM plans come with 4G included as standard. You will of course need to have a 5G ready phone and be in a 5G area to make use of this. Don't worry if you’re still waiting for the speed revolution to reach you, Tesco Mobile's 4G service is also available.
No mid-contract price hikes

Tesco Mobile’s Price Promise guarantees that the price you pay when you start your contract is the price you’ll pay at the end of your contract. Unlike O2 and EE who have both confirmed that their prices will rise in line with the Retail Price Index each year.
Flexible Plans

Tesco Mobile offer a wide range of flexible SIM-only plans. If you like your mobile contracts old school and just use your phone as a phone then Tesco Mobile is currently one of the only networks to offer pay monthly talk and text plans. Or if you need a little extra data to keep you going, Tesco Mobile’s one off data add-ons are low cost and don’t auto-renew so you don’t need to remember to cancel them. And, unlike some other networks, 30-day means just that so you don’t need to give any notice to cancel your 30-day SIM plan.
Excellent UK-based customer service

Tesco Mobile has won numerous industry awards for their UK-based customer care. If you want to talk to someone in person then you can speak to Tesco Mobile's sales and support teams on the phone or visit one of the Tesco Phone Shops available in selected Tesco Stores.
If you’re happy to do things online then Tesco Mobile's website has an easy to navigate help section with a live chat facility, or you can tweet the customer care team using @tescomobilecare.

Tesco Mobile review

Verdict

Tesco brings a new take on mobile networks with close integration to Tesco stores. We like the perks and service, though the O2 network doesn't always have the best coverage or speed.

Coverage

Data

Roaming

Perks

Pros

Integrated with Tesco Clubcard

Unique range of plans - not just the same as everyone else

Cons

O2 is a little behind EE on 5G

Lack of unlimited plans