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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
£5
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
£6
Fantastic-value deals, but poor customer service and average performance are holding iD back

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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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£5 per month, starting from
After a cheap SIM-only plan? This Smarty deal is perfect
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Don't want to splash out for loads of data? This Smarty SIM-only deal gets you 5GB for £5/mth on a rolling, 30-day plan

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O2 review: High prices, not so high performance
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O2 has done better than it did last year, but speeds and service still aren’t where they need to be

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£15 per month, starting price. The monthly price shown will increase each April by the Retail Price Index rate of inflation plus 3.9%
Three review: Fantastic 5G, but service disappoints
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Three’s 5G speeds and coverage are impressive, but it needs to tighten up its service and support

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£9 per month, starting price. The monthly price shown will increase each April by the Consumer Price Index rate of inflation plus 3.9%
Vodafone: Tempting bundles, but the service lags behind
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Vodafone has done better in this year’s survey, but it still feels overpriced

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£15 per month, starting price. The monthly price shown plus all out-of-bundle charges will increase each April by the Consumer Price Index rate of inflation plus 3.9%
Giffgaff review: Simple plans and strong customer service
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Performance could be improved, but Giffgaff still delivers great service and value

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£6 per month, starting price
EE review: Top for speed, not for value
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Still the top network for 4G and 5G coverage and speeds, but you’re paying a steep premium for performance

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£16 per month, starting price
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Tesco Mobile review: Clubcard deals and discounts
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Performance needs improvement, but Tesco is still a winner when it comes to customer support and satisfaction

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£8 per month, starting price. The monthly price shown will increase each April by the Consumer Price Index rate of inflation plus 3.9%
This Voxi SIM-only deal is simply outrageous value
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Voxi has pushed the boat out with this SIM deal: 300GB of data (was 100GB) for £20/mth, plus unlimited use of social, music and video apps

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Watching the pennies? This is the Smarty deal for you
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This Smarty SIM-only plan gets you a lot of bang for your buck – 60GB (was 40GB) for just a tenner, to be precise

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