By Talkmobile offers SIM-only plans like 20GB for £5.95, 45GB for £6.95, 75GB for £7.95, and 100GB for £8.95. Get it on a 30-day rolling contract with Vodafone 5G coverage.
If you’re looking for a straightforward SIM-only plan that prioritises value without cutting corners on service, Talkmobile has cemented its reputation as one of the UK’s leading budget-friendly mobile networks in 2026.
As a subsidiary of Vodafone, their SIM-only plans have refreshingly simple and transparent prices, combined with the freedom of a rolling 30-day contract so you’re not tied in to their service. There are also no mid-contract price rises, which is a major benefit in a market where these annual hikes are now the norm.
Their coverage is powered by Vodafone’s 5G network, with the added boost of network sharing with Three (which is available since the recent VodafoneThree merger). You also get inclusive roaming across 47 destinations, subject to a fair use limit of 5GB per month.
In this article, we’ll look at Talkmobile’s latest SIM-only deals, helping you to find the best value deal for your usage. We’ll also look at what’s included on Talkmobile, and how you can switch your mobile service to their network.
| Plans From: | £4.95 per month |
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| Contract Length: | 30 day contract |
| Coverage: | Vodafone coverage (4G & 5G) – check postcode |
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Talkmobile SIM Only Deals
As of May 2026, you can get a SIM-only plan on Talkmobile from as little as £4.95 per month:
- If you’re budget conscious, you can currently get 5GB data for £4.95 and 45GB data for £6.95 on Talkmobile. These are great value plans for doing all of the basics on your phone, including browsing, messaging, maps, and email. If you’re mainly on Wi-Fi (e.g. when you’re at home or at work), you may not need a massive amount of data so plans might be suitable for you.
- For the best overall value, you can get 75GB data for £7.95 and 100GB data for £8.95. There’s plenty of data included here for streaming and for video calls with your friends and family. All that and you’ll still get change from your tenner every month.
- If you’re a power user, you can get 180GB data for £11.95 or 200GB data for £13.95. If you’re always streaming, gaming and working on your phone, these data-heavy plans could be the most suitable for you.
The following table shows Talkmobile’s latest SIM-only deals:
| Network | Data | Monthly Cost | |
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| 5GB data | £4.95 per month 1 month contract | See deal |
| 20GB data | £5.95 per month 1 month contract | See deal |
| 45GB data | £6.95 per month 1 month contract | See deal |
| 75GB data | £7.95 per month 1 month contract | See deal |
| 100GB data | £8.95 per month 1 month contract | See deal |
| 120GB data | £9.95 per month 1 month contract | See deal |
| 180GB data | £11.95 per month 1 month contract | See deal |
| 200GB data | £13.95 per month 1 month contract | See deal |
| Unlimited data | £16.00 per month 1 month contract | See deal |
Talkmobile Features
30 Day Contract
Typically, Talkmobile offers a choice of 30-day contracts and 12-month contracts on their website. However, we think the best value is found in their rolling 30-day plans (which are listed in the table above). These plans give you lots of flexibility, as well as super-low prices without the need to make a long-term commitment.
Whichever plan you choose, there’s no credit check when you sign up for Talkmobile. However, you’ll need to undergo a fairly straightforward ID check so they can verify your details before signing up.
| Contract Length: | 30-day rolling contract |
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| Credit Check: | No credit check |
| Annual Price Rises: | No annual price rises |
Inclusive EU Roaming
While some of the UK’s larger mobile networks have reintroduced European roaming charges, Talkmobile has retained this as a feature on their plans. This makes it a great choice for the budget-conscious traveller.
You can use your mobile phone at no extra cost in 47 ‘Zone A’ destinations. This covers the whole of the EU and EEA, as well as other selected destinations like Switzerland and Ukraine. In these locations, your plan allowances work exactly like they do at home, and you’re able to use the minutes, texts and data at no extra cost (up to a maximum of 5GB data per month).
If you’re travelling further afield (e.g. to another destination such as the USA, Canada or Turkey), Talkmobile offers ‘World Holiday Boosters’. These boosters are a great alternative to finding a local SIM card or relying on patchy Wi-Fi networks in the hotel and outside. For instance, there’s an 8-day Booster (£20 for 5GB) and a 15-day Booster (£30 for 8GB). For longer trips, this can bring the cost down to as little as £2 per day.
| Inclusive Roaming: | 47 ‘Zone A’ destinations |
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| Fair Use Limit: | 5GB data per month |
| Other Destinations: | World Holiday Boosters are available (e.g. £20 for 8 days) |
5G Coverage From Vodafone & Three
Talkmobile doesn’t operate its own masts. Instead, they partner with Vodafone for their coverage. This means you’ll get access to Vodafone’s 4G and 5G networks across the UK, giving you 99.8% population coverage (you can use their website to check the coverage in your area). You also get Wi-Fi Calling and 4G Calling (VoLTE) included as standard, as long as you have a compatible mobile phone.
Following the 2025 merger between Vodafone and Three, Talkmobile’s customers have gained the ability to use Three’s network at no extra cost. According to VodafoneThree, this network integration has removed more than 16,500 sq km of not-spots across the UK. That’s an area that is roughly ten times the size of London. It’s a massive benefit that makes the coverage on Talkmobile even better, as you can travel across the UK and remain connected in more places.
| Talkmobile Coverage: | 4G & 5G coverage from Vodafone (check postcode) |
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| Extra Coverage: | Access to Three’s network at no extra cost |
| Wi-Fi Calling: | Yes |
| 4G Calling (VoLTE): | Yes |
eSIM Connectivity
If you have a fairly modern smartphone (such as the iPhone 11 and later, the Galaxy S20 and later, or the Google Pixel 3 and later), you can choose to receive on your Talkmobile plan on an ‘eSIM’.
The ‘eSIM’ option can save you a lot of time as there’s no need to wait for a physical SIM card to arrive in the post.
With eSIM, you simply need to scan a QR code on your mobile phone to get connected to their network. This makes it possible for you to get connected in less than an hour. You can also use it alongside your existing SIM card to try out the service first.
| Supports eSIM? | Yes |
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| eSIM Delivery Method: | Instant delivery via e-mail (QR code) |
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Keeping Your Phone Number
If you’re switching from another UK mobile network to Talkmobile, it’s a straightforward process to keep your current phone number.
Start by asking your current mobile network to give you a PAC Code. You can get one through your mobile network’s website or app, or by texting PAC to 65075.
Once you have the PAC Code from your old network, you can order your new Talkmobile SIM card online.
To complete the number transfer process, you’ll need to give the PAC Code to Talkmobile. You can either do this when you sign up online, or you can wait until your Talkmobile SIM card has arrived. Your phone number transfer will then normally take place on the next working day.
For a step-by-step guide on how to transfer your phone number to Talkmobile, please select your current mobile network from the drop-down menu below:
More Information
For more information, please see the official Talkmobile website.
James said:
I wonder if anyone can help me. I am thinking of using a Talkmobile SIM card in a 4G Router. Their help section says yes to tethering through a phone or tablet, but no implicit reference to a 4G Router. Their live chat came back with “Hello James. Our sim cards might and might not work in the routers.” Not really the answer I was looking for!
Judith Walker said:
Hi Ken
I have a vodafone phone that’s now out of contract. As it’s only 2 years old, I understand it will be locked. If Talkmobile are a vodafone subsidiary will I still need to unlock it to sign up with them?
Thanks
Ken replied:
Hi Judith,
Thanks for your comment. If possible, I’d strongly recommend getting your handset unlocked from Vodafone before you leave (it’ll be much easier that way, as opposed to trying to do it once you’re no longer a customer). However, I do believe Talkmobile SIMs will often work inside Vodafone-locked phones though it obviously isn’t guaranteed 🙂
Hope this helps,
Ken
Janice said:
Does talk mobile offer an esim like Vodafone?
Ken replied:
Hi Janice,
Thanks for your comment. Sadly, Talkmobile doesn’t offer eSIM. You’ll need to go directly to Vodafone if you’re looking for this feature.
Ken