Asda Mobile SIM Only Deals

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Can I get unlimited data with an Asda Mobile SIM?

Yes, Asda Mobile offers 3 unlimited data SIM only plans, with different speed limits for each:

Currently, Asda Mobile do not offer unlimited data plans without speed limits.

Asda Mobile do not have a fair usage policy on the amount of data you can use, including with unlimited data SIMs.

Can I use my Asda Mobile SIM abroad?

You can use your Asda Mobile SIM when roaming in most countries.

For countries within the EU, you can continue to use your allowance at no additional cost, including minutes, texts and data.

However, there is a fair usage cap of 5GB per month when roaming in the EU. If you exceed this limit, you will be charged 10p per MB until the start of the next month, when your allowance resets.

For countries outside the EU, you won’t be able to use your normal allowance. Instead, you will be charged at an out of plan rate, which can vary from country to country.

For more information, see our guide on Asda Mobile roaming.

Can I get 5G with Asda Mobile?

Most Asda Mobile SIM plans include 5G, but not all of them.

Only the 3GB and 5GB data SIM plans do not include 5G. With these plans, the maximum signal you will receive is 4G.

For all other plans, 5G is included at no additional cost. You will need to have a 5G phone to benefit from faster speeds.

Since Asda Mobile is powered by Vodafone, you can expect identical 5G coverage and speeds.

5G with Asda Mobile is currently available within the following locations across the UK:

1. Aberdeen
2. Alexandria
3. Ambleside
4. Ashtead
5. Aughton (Sth Yorks)
6. Banstead
7. Basingstoke
8. Bebington
9. Belfast
10. Biggin Hill
11. Birkenhead
12. Birmingham
13. Bishopbriggs
14. Blackburn (Lancashire)
15. Blaydon
16. Bolton
17. Bonhill
18. Bootle
19. Borehamwood
20. Bournemouth
21. Bradford
22. Bristol
23. Bristol Airport
24. Cardiff
25. Cheadle and Gatley
26. Cheltenham
27. Chesterfield
28. Clydebank
29. Crawley (West Sussex)
30. Crosby
31. Dartford
32. Dewsbury
33. Dinas Powys
34. Droylsden
35. Dudley (West Midlands)
36. Dundee
37. Eccles
38. Edinburgh
39. Epping
40. Epsom
41. Eston and South Bank
42. Felling
43. Gateshead
44. Glasgow
45. Gloucester
46. Gosforth (Tyne & Wear)
47. Grays
48. Guildford
49. Hebburn
50. Horwich
51. Huddersfield
52. Huyton-with-Roby
53. Inner London
54. Isles of Scilly
55. Jarrow
56. Kingston upon Hull
57. Kingswood (Bristol)
58. Lancaster
59. Leatherhead
60. Leeds
61. Lisburn
62. Liverpool
63. Llandudno
64. London Colney
65. Killingworth
66. Manchester
67. Mangotsfield
68. Middlesbrough
69. Molesey
70. Morley
71. Mosborough
72. New Addington
73. Newbury
74. Newcastle Under Lyme
75. Newcastle upon Tyne
76. Newtownabbey
77. North Shields
78. Oldbury/Smethwick
79. Orpington
80. Oxted
81. Paisley
82. Penarth
83. Plymouth
84. Poole
85. Portsmouth
86. Prescot
87. Prestwich
88. Pudsey
89. Rawmarsh
90. Reading
91. Rochdale
92. Rotherham
93. Salford
94. Sheffield
95. Shipley
96. Shirehampton
97. Solihull
98. South Shields
99. Southampton
100. Stanwell
101. Stockport
102. Stockton-on-Tees
103. Stoke-on-Trent
104. Stranraer
105. Stretford
106. Sunderland
107. Sutton Coldfield
108. Swanley
109. Swansea
110. Swindon (Wiltshire)
111. Swinton and Pendlebury
112. Thames Ditton
113. Tilbury
114. Tynemouth
115. Urmston
116. Wallasey
117. Wallsend
118. Waltham Cross
119. Warlingham
120. Warrington
121. Washington
122. Whitley Bay
123. Wolverhampton
124. York

Can I get an Asda Mobile SIM if I have a bad credit rating?

Asda Mobile is an ideal network for those with a bad credit rating, since they only offer 30 day SIM only deals, with no long term contracts. This means you’re almost guaranteed to be accepted.

Do I need to unlock my phone to use an Asda Mobile SIM?

If your phone was purchased within the last 2 years, it should already be unlocked, meaning you will be able to use it with an Asda Mobile SIM without needing to do anything.

Since December 2021, Ofcom rules state that networks can no longer sell locked phones.

If you purchased your phone before this date, you may need to unlock it before using it with an Asda Mobile SIM.

You can check if your phone is unlocked by inserting a SIM from a different network from when you purchased it. If it is locked, a warning message will show when powered on.

Unlocking your phone is free. You will need to contact the network your phone is locked to, and provide your IMEI number, which you can obtain by entering *#06# from your dialer.

Which size SIM cards can I get with Asda Mobile?

Asda Mobile offer all SIM card sizes. You will be sent a standard SIM card size, which will have cutouts that can be broken down to a micro SIM or nano SIM. Currently, Asda Mobile do not support eSIMs.

1. Standard - the largest SIM card size, which is generally used with older non-smartphones. Newer phones are likely to use micro or nano SIMs.

2. Micro - Once considered a smaller replacement for standard SIMs, micro SIMs are less prevalent today, being replaced by the even smaller nano SIM. Older smartphones or budget phones may still use a micro SIM.

3. Nano - The smallest and most common SIM card size used in phones sold today. Used by the newer iPhones and Samsungs.

Can I switch from my current network to an Asda Mobile SIM?

Yes, switching from your current network to Asda Mobile is easy, and should take no more than 3 working days.

You need to obtain a PAC code from your current network. You can do this instantly by texting PAC to 65075 for free. You will receive a reply within 5 minutes, containing your PAC code.

You then need to hand this PAC code to Asda Mobile. You will need to activate your Asda Mobile SIM first. Once you have done this, you can enter your PAC code from your account, by clicking My Profile and scrolling down to transferring your number.

You can also hand your PAC code to Asda Mobile by calling them for free on 2732.

Does Asda Mobile have good coverage?

Asda Mobile is 100% powered by Vodafone, which means it has the same great coverage and 5G speeds.

Asda Mobile claim their coverage can reach 99% of the UK population.

In addition to excellent coverage, Asda Mobile also have Wi-Fi calling with all their plans, which means you’ll still be able to make texts and calls even if you have a poor signal, as long as you’re connected to a Wi-Fi network. This works automatically, and doesn't cost any extra.

Is Asda Mobile fast?

Powered by Vodafone, Asda Mobile is one of the fastest networks in the UK, with 5G available at 124 locations.

In Opensignal’s September 2021 report, Vodafone ranked 3rd for speed, with average download speeds of 21.6 Mbps and upload speeds of 7.4 Mbps.

As for 5G, you can expect more than double, with average download speeds of 59 Mbps, and average upload speeds of 10.8 Mbps.

How reliable is Asda Mobile?

In terms of coverage and connectivity, Asda Mobile is extremely reliable, using Vodafone’s network for all SIM only plans.

If you’re experiencing connectivity issues with Asda Mobile, you can enter your location into the coverage checker, which will keep you updated about the status of the network, including repairs and maintenance work. You’ll also be able to see which signal you should be receiving, including 3G, 4G and 5G.

Does Asda Mobile have good customer service?

Asda Mobile have good customer service, with a number of ways to contact them and receive support.

You can contact Asda Mobile for free on 0808 006 2732, or on 2732 from your Asda Mobile number, with the following opening hours:

• Monday to Friday: 8am to 8pm
• Saturday: 9am to 6pm
• Sunday and Bank holidays: 10am to 5pm

You can also contact them through Twitter, or via a contact form on their website.

Asda Mobile also have an FAQ section, with various guides and resources for common questions and problems.

Asda Mobile data add-ons

If you’ve run out of data for the month, you can purchase a data add-on, which will last for 30 days. You can do this through the Asda Mobile app or your online account.

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