Virgin Mobile SIM only plans: how their December deals compare
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We find out if Virgin Mobile's current best SIM only deals are cheaper than their competition on other UK mobile networks this month. SIM Sherpa is your trusty guide. Last updated: 1st December 2022.
Virgin's best SIM only deals
The best value SIM only deal on Virgin Mobile this month
From all the options Virgin Mobile have got available this December on SIM only, we think this £18 1‑month deal is their best. For your £18 a month, you get unlimited data alongside unlimited minutes and texts:
While it's good enough to be in our pick of Virgin's best SIM only deals, other providers do still have similar plans for less, even ones that also use the O2 network. See lower-priced networks' deals here:
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How Virgin Mobile’s SIM only prices and benefits compare
In our full review of Virgin Mobile, we said we liked the fact that Virgin give you full access to Vodafone’s network coverage and data speeds, while also offering a massive network of WiFi hotspots (see our Vodafone vs Virgin guide).
For SIM only you’ve got the choice of a 12-month or 24-month contract with them. Their 24-month contracts tend to be cheaper per month, but it’s worth comparing here to check for any hidden deals.
They’re a cheaper way onto the Vodafone network than going with Vodafone directly and tend to be one of the cheapest networks especially on their larger data deals.
They also offer some nice benefits on top of low prices. You get unlimited data to use these social media apps, a decent data rollover scheme, inclusive roaming in 43 EU destinations and a nice family discount for broadband and TV customers.
Useful link: Our full guide to Virgin Mobile’s network
Useful information about Virgin Mobile’s SIM only deals
Virgin will send your SIM card by Royal Mail within 3-5 working days. The package you get will have each size of SIM in it, so you can fit it in any phone. Virgin don’t offer eSIMs (see the networks that do).
As with any network, you get 14 days to return your SIM after it arrives if you’re not happy with it. You will be charged for using any of your data, so you’ll only get a full refund if you haven’t used it. See more info here.
To join on their pay monthly SIM only plans you’ll have to pass a credit check so that Virgin know you can afford to pay each month. There are no pay as you go options on Virgin, so there’s no way around this.
If you want to keep your number when switching from another provider to Virgin, you should request a PAC from your old provider and give it to Virgin at any point. You can read Virgin’s instructions on how to do this here.
Useful link: Virgin Mobile’s SIM only plans