Network vs network
iD Mobile vs EE
Different masts, different deals. We compare price rises in pounds, roaming, credit checks and today’s cheapest SIMs on both.
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Do they use the same masts?
No. iD Mobile uses Three’s masts and EE uses its own masts. Check coverage at home and work for both.
Which one raises prices?
iD Mobile: None on SIM only; phone plans +£1.80. EE: SIM only +£2.50, phone plans +£4, every 31 March.
Which is better abroad?
iD Mobile: 50 countries included, 30GB. EE: £2.72 a day unless included.
iD Mobile£144
EENo dealCheapest SIM with 10GB or more × 24, plus April rises
Live prices; rises estimated for a plan starting this month.
iD Mobile runs on Three’s masts; EE on its own masts.
Prices checked 28 October 2026 · facts checked monthly · How we compare
iD Mobile vs EE, side by side
| iD Mobile | EE | |
|---|---|---|
| Masts | Three | Own masts |
| Annual price rise | None on SIM only; phone plans +£1.80 | SIM only +£2.50, phone plans +£4, every 31 March |
| Roaming | 50 countries included, 30GB | £2.72 a day unless included |
| Credit check | Hard check | Hard check |
| eSIM | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Calling | Yes | Yes |
| Ofcom complaints per 100k (Q1 2026) | 3 | 1 |
| Cheapest SIM, 10GB+ | £6 a month | None today |
| Cheapest SIM, 30GB+ | £7 a month | None today |
| Cheapest SIM, Unlimited | £14 a month | None today |
Highlighted = better on that line. Facts from network terms and Ofcom; prices live.
Our verdict
One of the two has no SIM only deal in our feed today, so compare on the facts below.
Coverage differs: iD Mobile uses Three’s masts and EE uses its own masts. Check both on the mast owner’s postcode checker for home and work before you decide.
Pick iD Mobile if…
- You want a price that doesn’t rise every year
- Three signal is strongest where you live
iD Mobile and EE SIM only deals, live
FAQ
iD Mobile vs EE questions
Is iD Mobile or EE cheaper?
Prices change daily — see the live table above.
Do iD Mobile and EE use the same network?
No. iD Mobile uses Three’s masts and EE uses its own masts.
Which has better roaming?
iD Mobile: 50 countries included, 30GB. EE: £2.72 a day unless included.
Can I switch from iD Mobile to EE and keep my number?
Yes. Text PAC to 65075 from your iD Mobile phone, give the code to EE, and the number moves within one working day.