Where can you get the best deals on phones in the UK? Which is preferable, a contract purchase or an unlocked purchase? How much will the whole journey cost you? In this list, we look at UK carriers and retailers who sell contracts and/or SIM cards along with their devices.
Three
As the first 3G network in the UK, Three debuted in 2003, building a reputation as a network that was designed to be unique. The average Three users consume 3.5 times more mobile data than the industry standard, and Three’s network now serves 99% of the UK.
Three owns the largest 5G spectrum in the UK – more than the rest of the industry combined.
Three offers and plans
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
- 24-month plan
- Unlimited minutes
- Unlimited texts
- Take advantage of 1GB of data at £50.00 upfront and £46 per month
Apple iPhone 14
Huawei 4G Plus MiFi
Vodafone
Vodafone is one of the biggest mobile networks in the UK and offers a lot. A SIM-only package, a contract plan for your phone, a pay-as-you-go SIM, or even a tablet, mobile broadband or accessories are all options.
There are two types of monthly Vodafone plans, including SIM-only and phone-only contracts:
Red – with monthly data from 1GB to 160 GB.
Unlimited – offers a choice of three mobile internet speeds with unlimited data capacity.
The highest speed is the fastest the network can handle, while the lowest speed is a meagre 2Mbps.
All Unlimited plans with the fastest download speeds and all Red plans support 5G. The option to subscribe to the Entertainment add-on is available for both types of plans. This gives you membership to your chosen entertainment app for the duration of your contract, such as YouTube Premium, Spotify or Amazon Prime Video.
Vodafone offers a wide range of smartphones of various brands. The latest iPhone and Samsung Galaxy models are offered by Vodafone, which are the best phone brands on the market. You can also find cutting-edge gadgets from manufacturers such as Google Pixel, Huawei, Oppo, Sony and Motorola, right through to affordable mobile devices such as Alcatel and Doro.
Affordable mobiles
Affordable Mobiles has been specialising in contract mobile phones since 2007. To do this, it partners with major networks, uses top-of-the-line devices and keeps everything online. You can spread the cost around by buying not just new phones on contract but also used refurbished phones. Affordable Mobiles works hard to provide the best customer service possible. This is evidenced by its star rating on Trustpilot.
Buying from Affordable Mobiles, which offers the best UK network plans, the most affordable prices on your preferred mobile devices, plenty of data, huge savings on initial costs and free next-day delivery, is simply the best feeling in the world.
They offer tempting discounts on everything, including iPhone 14 and Galaxy S models. Both new and refurbished mobiles in “as new” condition are available for purchase from Affordable Mobiles. There are also other SIM-free and SIM-only phone options.
Affordable Mobiles offers and plans
Apple iPhone 14 Plus 5G
- A stunning 6.7-inch OLED display.
- Dual 12MP professional-grade camera.
- Fantastic 4K video capabilities.
- Enjoy 100GB of data, unlimited minutes, unlimited texts
- £53.00 a month
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G
- A fantastic 48MP quad-camera.
- Stunning A16 Bionic chip.
- Stunning 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display.
- Enjoy 100GB of data, unlimited minutes, unlimited texts
- £55.00 a month
Apple iPhone SE 5G
- 4.7″ Retina HD1 display for the ultimate entertainment experience.
- A15 Bionic chip for lightning-fast performance.
- Rugged design and IP67 water resistance.
- Enjoy 100GB of data, unlimited minutes, unlimited texts
- £22.00 a month
Apple iPhone 13 mini 5G
- 5.4″ Super Retina XDR1 display for the best viewing experience.
- Rugged ceramic-coated design. Now in green.
- A15 Bionic chip for lightning-fast performance.
- Enjoy 100GB of data, unlimited minutes, unlimited texts
- £22.00 a month
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G
- 6.5″ Infinity-O display for the best viewing experience.
- Four incredible camera lenses for perfect shots.
- A 5000mAh battery designed for long-lasting use.
- Enjoy 30GB of data, unlimited minutes, unlimited texts
- £20.00 a month
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 5G
- 12MP FlexCam for handheld photography from a whole new angle.
- A 6.7-inch ultra-slim, rugged glass screen for smooth streaming and scrolling.
- Rugged inside and out, with a durable aluminium frame and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+.
- Enjoy 100GB of data, unlimited minutes, unlimited text messages
- £34.00 per month
Samsung Galaxy S22 5G
- Stunning 6.1″ display for the ultimate entertainment experience.
- Three lenses with a new Nightography camera.
- Super rugged design with an IP68 waterproof rating.
- Enjoy 160GB of data, unlimited minutes, unlimited texts
- £32.00 a month
Conclusion
As there is no need to sign a 24-month contract, buying a mobile phone from a retailer will give you much more flexibility. And if you don’t mind finding a great deal with a plan, then these companies are a good option too.
If you live in the UK, Affordable Mobiles, Vodafone and Three are the best options for you.
