Network vs network
Talkmobile 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?
Talkmobile: Check at sign-up. Vodafone: +£2.50 every April (Basics +£1.50).
Which is better abroad?
Talkmobile: 47 countries, 5GB. Vodafone: £2.75 a day in Zone B unless included.
Talkmobile£142.80
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 £142.80 on Talkmobile and £660 on Vodafone once April rises are added — Talkmobile is £517.20 cheaper. Both run on the same masts.
Prices checked 28 October 2026 · facts checked monthly · How we compare
Talkmobile vs Vodafone, side by side
| Talkmobile | Vodafone | |
|---|---|---|
| Masts | Vodafone (plus Three) | Own masts |
| Annual price rise | Check at sign-up | +£2.50 every April (Basics +£1.50) |
| Roaming | 47 countries, 5GB | £2.75 a day in Zone B unless included |
| Credit check | ID check only | Hard check |
| eSIM | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Calling | Yes | Yes |
| Cheapest SIM, 10GB+ | £5.95 a month | £7 a month |
| Cheapest SIM, 30GB+ | £6.95 a month | £8 a month |
| Cheapest SIM, Unlimited | £16 a month | £26 a month |
Highlighted = better on that line. Facts from network terms and Ofcom; prices live.
Our verdict
On price, Talkmobile comes out ahead for a typical 10GB+ SIM: £517.20 less over two years once April rises are counted (Talkmobile 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 Talkmobile if…
- You want the lower 24-month cost for a 10GB+ SIM
- You want a price that doesn’t rise every year
Talkmobile and Vodafone SIM only deals, live
FAQ
Talkmobile vs Vodafone questions
Is Talkmobile or Vodafone cheaper?
Talkmobile, today: the cheapest 10GB+ SIM costs £5.95 a month, and over 24 months with April rises the gap is £517.20.
Do Talkmobile and Vodafone use the same network?
Yes, coverage is the same.
Which has better roaming?
Talkmobile: 47 countries, 5GB. Vodafone: £2.75 a day in Zone B unless included.
Can I switch from Talkmobile to Vodafone and keep my number?
Yes. Text PAC to 65075 from your Talkmobile phone, give the code to Vodafone, and the number moves within one working day.