Vodafone UK SIM & eSIM Plans Reviewed (2026)

Updated May 7, 2026 · Jules de Bruin, Editor · Verified against current Vodafone tariff pages

Updated May 2026. Vodafone is the UK's reliability leader, scoring 916 points in Opensignal's January 2026 London reliability test, the highest of the four networks. SIM-only starts at GBP 7/month for 11 GB; unlimited from GBP 16/month. Vodafone Together bundles broadband and mobile for household savings, and Vodafone protects vulnerable customers and social-tariff users from annual price rises. Vodafone hosts MVNOs VOXI, Talkmobile, Lebara, and Asda Mobile.

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London reliability

916

Opensignal Jan 2026, #1

Cheapest plan

GBP 7

11 GB / 12 mo

Unlimited from

GBP 16

24-month plan

MVNOs hosted

VOXI, Talkmobile, Lebara, Asda

Which Vodafone plan is best for me?

Mainstream users land on 11 GB at GBP 7 or Unlimited at GBP 16. Vodafone Together households save by bundling. If you want Vodafone's network at a lower price, look at Talkmobile, Lebara, or Asda Mobile.

Vodafone current SIM-only plans
Plan	Contract	Price	Data	Notes	Action
11 GB SIM-only	12 mo	GBP 7/mo	11 GB	Entry SIM-only	Claim Deal
Unlimited Lite	24 mo	GBP 16/mo	Unlimited	2 Mbps speed cap	Claim Deal
Unlimited Max	24 mo	GBP 26/mo	Unlimited	Full 5G speed, Vodafone Together eligible	Claim Deal

How is Vodafone's network in the UK?

Vodafone leads reliability in London with 916 points in Opensignal's January 2026 report — calls and SMS land first time more often than on any other UK network. Three leads raw 5G download speed; EE leads consistency; O2 leads 5G availability. Vodafone is part of TfL's Underground rollout and has shops at Heathrow, Gatwick, and Stansted.

What are the pros and cons of Vodafone?

Pros

Best reliability in London (916 Opensignal)
Vodafone Together household savings
Vulnerable customers protected from price rises
5G included on Unlimited Max
eSIM, VoLTE, VoWiFi all supported

Cons

EU roaming is an add-on, not included by default
Three faster on raw 5G in London
Vodafone-network MVNOs (Lebara, Talkmobile, Asda) much cheaper
Annual price rises on most non-protected plans

How do I sign up for Vodafone?

1
Pick your plan on vodafone.co.uk. SIM-only is the value default.
2
Choose eSIM or physical SIM. eSIM activates by QR code via the My Vodafone app.
3
Credit check. Required for postpaid plans.
4
Port your number. Text PAC to 65075, enter the code at checkout. See our switching guide.
5
Activate. eSIM or physical SIM ready in 1 working day.

Frequently asked questions about Vodafone

Is Vodafone the best network in the UK?

Vodafone leads reliability in London with 916 points in Opensignal's January 2026 report. Three leads raw 5G download speed; EE leads consistency; O2 leads 5G availability. Vodafone is the safest pick for users whose calls and SMS need to land first time.

How much does Vodafone cost?

Vodafone SIM-only starts at GBP 7/month for 11 GB on a 12-month contract. Unlimited plans start at GBP 16/month on 24-month deals. Vodafone Together bundles broadband and mobile for combined household savings.

Does Vodafone include EU roaming?

Vodafone offers an EU roaming add-on rather than including it by default on most plans. Vulnerable customers and households on social tariffs are protected from annual price rises and have specific roaming arrangements.