Talkmobile offers hidden one-month SIM-only deals including 4GB data for £4.95, 6GB data for £5.95 and 12GB data for £6.95.
In the UK, Talkmobile is a low-cost sub-brand of Vodafone. They have a range of hidden SIM-only deals from £5.95 per month that you won’t be able to find if you go directly to their site. These hidden SIM-only deals also give you a shorter one-month rolling contract for additional flexibility, along with 99.9% population coverage on Vodafone’s 4G network.
In this article, we’ll look at Talkmobile’s hidden SIM-only deals and the best offers currently available on Talkmobile. We’ll also look at Talkmobile’s network & coverage, along with how you can keep your current phone number when switching to Talkmobile.
Prices From: | £5.95 per month |
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Contract Length: | 1 month rolling contract |
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Coverage: | 99.9% population coverage on 2G, 3G & 4G (powered by Vodafone) |
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Talkmobile SIM Only Deals
In the UK, Talkmobile is a low-cost provider of SIM-only deals. They’ve been in operation since 2007 and have been a part of the Vodafone Group since 2011.
Nowadays, Vodafone uses the Talkmobile brand to offer low-cost SIM-only deals, without some of the extra features you’ll find on their own service (such as 5G coverage and VeryMe Rewards). Instead, you can get a no-frills, low-cost 4G SIM card for just £5.95 per month on a one-month rolling basis from Talkmobile.
The following table shows Talkmobile’s hidden SIM-only deals:
Network | Minutes | Texts | Data | Monthly Cost |
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![]() | Unlimited | Unlimited | 4GB | £5.95 1 month |
![]() | Unlimited | Unlimited | 6GB | £6.95 1 month |
![]() | Unlimited | Unlimited | 20GB | £7.95 1 month |
![]() | Unlimited | Unlimited | 30GB | £8.95 1 month |
![]() | Unlimited | Unlimited | 40GB | £9.95 1 month |
![]() | Unlimited | Unlimited | 60GB | £10.95 1 month |
![]() | Unlimited | Unlimited | 100GB | £12.95 1 month |
If you go directly to the Talkmobile website, you’ll normally need to pay a lot more for an equivalent plan. In addition, you’ll need to sign up for a 12-month contract to get the lowest available price. This isn’t required when you choose a hidden SIM-only deal listed in the table above.
Network & Coverage
2G, 3G & 4G Coverage
On Talkmobile, you’ll have access to 99.9% population coverage from Vodafone’s network. This includes 2G, 3G and 4G coverage.
To check the coverage in your area, enter your postcode on Talkmobile’s online coverage map. This will show you the levels of coverage available where you live. Once you’ve entered your postcode, you can tap on the ‘Data speed info’ button to see the expected download speeds and upload speeds for your area.
Check Talkmobile Coverage (talkmobile.co.uk) →
Unfortunately, 5G coverage isn’t currently available to Talkmobile customers. If you’re looking for a 5G-ready plan, see our guide to 5G SIM-only deals.
Tethering & Personal Hotspot
Tethering or personal hotspot refers to the process of sharing your smartphone’s internet connection with another device (e.g. with your laptop or tablet). It’s a convenient way of getting access to mobile broadband on-the-go.
On Talkmobile, it’s possible to use the tethering and personal hotspot functionality on your phone to share your data allowance with other devices. It’s also possible to use your Talkmobile SIM card directly inside a 4G-enabled tablet.
International Roaming
On Talkmobile, it’s possible to use your mobile phone abroad in 41 European destinations. For plans taken since the 14th March 2023, the following roaming passes are available:
- £2.25 for a 1-day roaming pass
- £10 for an 8-day roaming pass (equivalent to £1.25 per day)
- £15 for a 15-day roaming pass (equivalent to £1 per day)
A full list of destinations covered by the offer can be found on the Talkmobile website.
If you’re travelling to a country outside Europe, additional charges will apply for using your mobile phone abroad. Countries have been split up into 6 different roaming zones with different charges for using your phone in each zone.
Keeping Your Phone Number
If you’re switching from another mobile network to Talkmobile, it’s a straightforward process keeping your current phone number.
Start by asking your current mobile network to provide you with 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.
To complete the number transfer process, you’ll need to give your PAC Code to Talkmobile. This can either be done when you sign up, or you can wait until your Talkmobile SIM card has arrived. Your phone number will then normally be transferred 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:
About Talkmobile
Talkmobile originally launched in 2007 as the own brand mobile network from the Carphone Warehouse. It was acquired by Vodafone in October 2011, who have continued running it as their own low-cost brand.
Although the underlying service on Talkmobile is provided by Vodafone, there are a couple of differences. You’ll benefit from a much lower price than customers on a Vodafone SIM-only deal. However, you won’t have access to Vodafone’s 5G network. In addition, you won’t be able to access VeryMe Rewards, nor will you be able to get customer support in a Vodafone high-street store.
Frequently Asked Questions
What SIM-only deals are available on Talkmobile? | Talkmobile offers a range of SIM-only deals, starting from £5.95 per month on a one-month rolling contract. Some of their best deals include:
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Does Talkmobile offer an unlimited data plan? | No. Talkmobile does not offer an unlimited data plan. The closest is 100GB data for £12.95 per month. This also includes unlimited UK minutes and unlimited UK texts on a one-month rolling contract. |
What network does Talkmobile use? | Talkmobile uses the Vodafone network for coverage. They claim to offer 99.9% population coverage on Vodafone’s 2G, 3G and 4G networks. You can check the coverage in your area using Talkmobile’s online coverage map. |
Is 5G coverage available on Talkmobile? | No. 5G coverage isn’t available to customers on Talkmobile. Given the position of Talkmobile as Vodafone’s low-cost sub-brand, it’s unlikely you’ll be able to get 5G coverage soon on Talkmobile.
If you’re looking for a 5G-ready deal, see our guide to 5G SIM-only deals. |
Can I keep my current phone number? | Yes. It’s easy keeping your current phone number when moving to Talkmobile. Simply ask your current mobile network to provide you with a PAC Code. This can be obtained through your mobile network’s website or app, or by texting PAC to 65075. This PAC Code can be entered when you order your Talkmobile SIM card or it can be provided to Talkmobile’s customer service team at a later date. |
More Information
For more information, please see the official Talkmobile website. To get a hidden Talkmobile SIM-only deal, you’ll need to order through the comparison table here.
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
Gov prasad said:
Does Talkmobile support WIFI calling where network coverage is poor?
Ken replied:
Hi Gov,
Thanks for your comment. Sadly, Talkmobile doesn’t offer any Wi-Fi Calling at present. If you’d like it, you’d need to join Vodafone instead.
Ken