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Asda Mobile vs Vodafone
Same 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?
Yes — coverage is effectively the same, so choose on price and extras.
Which one raises prices?
Asda Mobile: Check at sign-up. Vodafone: +£2.50 every April (Basics +£1.50).
Which is better abroad?
Asda Mobile: 46 countries, 5GB. Vodafone: £2.75 a day in Zone B unless included.
Asda Mobile£192
Vodafone£660Cheapest SIM with 10GB or more × 24, plus April rises
Live prices; rises estimated for a plan starting this month.
Over 24 months, the cheapest 10GB+ SIM costs £192 on Asda Mobile and £660 on Vodafone once April rises are added — Asda Mobile is £468 cheaper. Both run on the same masts.
Prices checked 28 October 2026 · facts checked monthly · How we compare
Asda Mobile vs Vodafone, side by side
| Asda Mobile | Vodafone | |
|---|---|---|
| Masts | Vodafone | Own masts |
| Annual price rise | Check at sign-up | +£2.50 every April (Basics +£1.50) |
| Roaming | 46 countries, 5GB | £2.75 a day in Zone B unless included |
| Credit check | None | Hard check |
| eSIM | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Calling | No | Yes |
| Cheapest SIM, 10GB+ | £5.95 a month | £7 a month |
| Cheapest SIM, 30GB+ | £7.95 a month | £8 a month |
| Cheapest SIM, Unlimited | £19 a month | £26 a month |
Highlighted = better on that line. Facts from network terms and Ofcom; prices live.
Our verdict
On price, Asda Mobile comes out ahead for a typical 10GB+ SIM: £468 less over two years once April rises are counted (Asda Mobile rises add about £0, Vodafone’s about £60).
Because both use the same masts, coverage is identical — the choice comes down to price, price rises and extras.
Pick Asda Mobile if…
- You want the lower 24-month cost for a 10GB+ SIM
- You want a price that doesn’t rise every year
- You want to avoid a credit check
Asda Mobile and Vodafone SIM only deals, live
FAQ
Asda Mobile vs Vodafone questions
Is Asda Mobile or Vodafone cheaper?
Asda Mobile, today: the cheapest 10GB+ SIM costs £8 a month, and over 24 months with April rises the gap is £468.
Do Asda Mobile and Vodafone use the same network?
Yes, coverage is the same.
Which has better roaming?
Asda Mobile: 46 countries, 5GB. Vodafone: £2.75 a day in Zone B unless included.
Can I switch from Asda Mobile to Vodafone and keep my number?
Yes. Text PAC to 65075 from your Asda Mobile phone, give the code to Vodafone, and the number moves within one working day.