Network vs network
Vodafone vs Lebara
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?
Vodafone: +£2.50 every April (Basics +£1.50). Lebara: No annual rise.
Which is better abroad?
Vodafone: £2.75 a day in Zone B unless included. Lebara: EU included on every plan.
Vodafone£660
Lebara£168Cheapest 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 £660 on Vodafone and £168 on Lebara once April rises are added — Lebara is £492 cheaper. Both run on the same masts.
Prices checked 28 October 2026 · facts checked monthly · How we compare
Vodafone vs Lebara, side by side
| Vodafone | Lebara | |
|---|---|---|
| Masts | Own masts | Vodafone |
| Annual price rise | +£2.50 every April (Basics +£1.50) | No annual rise |
| Roaming | £2.75 a day in Zone B unless included | EU included on every plan |
| Credit check | Hard check | None |
| eSIM | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Calling | Yes | Yes |
| Cheapest SIM, 10GB+ | £7 a month | £7 a month |
| Cheapest SIM, 30GB+ | £8 a month | £8 a month |
| Cheapest SIM, Unlimited | £26 a month | £22.50 a month |
Highlighted = better on that line. Facts from network terms and Ofcom; prices live.
Our verdict
On price, Lebara comes out ahead for a typical 10GB+ SIM: £492 less over two years once April rises are counted (Vodafone rises add about £60, Lebara’s about £0).
Because both use the same masts, coverage is identical — the choice comes down to price, price rises and extras.
Pick Lebara 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
Vodafone and Lebara SIM only deals, live
FAQ
Vodafone vs Lebara questions
Is Vodafone or Lebara cheaper?
Lebara, today: the cheapest 10GB+ SIM costs £7 a month, and over 24 months with April rises the gap is £492.
Do Vodafone and Lebara use the same network?
Yes, coverage is the same.
Which has better roaming?
Vodafone: £2.75 a day in Zone B unless included. Lebara: EU included on every plan.
Can I switch from Vodafone to Lebara and keep my number?
Yes. Text PAC to 65075 from your Vodafone phone, give the code to Lebara, and the number moves within one working day.