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Mobile networks

Most Popular Mobile networks

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The best mobile networks for 2024, based on our annual customer survey and full reviews
We’ve picked out the UK’s best mobile networks, based on our annual awards survey, Ofcom research and RootMetrics’ latest performance tests
Sky Mobile review: Still a good option for Sky TV subscribers
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While other networks offer faster speeds and better deals, Sky Mobile remains strong on features and customer service
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iD Mobile review: Come for the deals, not the customer service
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Fantastic-value deals, but poor customer service and average performance are holding iD back

Latest Mobile networks

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The best mobile networks in 2024
Mobile networks

We’ve picked out the UK’s best mobile networks, based on our annual awards survey, Ofcom research and RootMetrics’ latest performance tests

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Sky Mobile review: A good option for Sky TV subscribers
Mobile networks

While other networks offer faster speeds and better deals, Sky Mobile remains strong on features and customer service

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Our phone expert’s favourite Black Friday SIM-only deals
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My favourite Black Friday SIM-only deals, including a great offer from the mobile network that I use

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Get triple data with this Voxi SIM-only Black Friday deal
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This stunning SIM-only Black Friday deal offers triple data and unlimited social media from Voxi – but you haven’t got long to snatch it up

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5G vs 4G: What's the difference and does it matter?
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When people talk about mobile connectivity, they normally talk about 5G or 4G. But what are they and what's the difference?

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MVNO: What is a mobile virtual network?
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If you're curious about exactly what an MVNO is, or why you might want to switch to one, we've got all the details and answers you need

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What is roaming data? The best UK networks for travel
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What is roaming data and which are the best networks for travelling abroad? We reveal all below

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The best SIM-only deals in 2024, based on our survey
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We’ve rounded up the best SIM-only deals from the finest mobile networks, based on our in-depth reviews and survey of thousands of customers

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The best pay-as-you-go SIM deals you can buy
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We’ve picked out the best pay-as-you-go SIM deals for you, based on the results of Expert Reviews' annual survey of over 4,000 customers

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Get a five-star SIM-only deal from award-winning Smarty
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We recently gave Smarty five stars out of five and this is its best SIM-only plan at the moment, but be quick!

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