Asda Mobile SIM Only Deals
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- Can I get unlimited data with an Asda Mobile SIM?
- Can I use my Asda Mobile SIM abroad?
- Can I get 5G with Asda Mobile?
- Can I get an Asda Mobile SIM if I have a bad credit rating?
- Do I need to unlock my phone to use an Asda Mobile SIM?
- Which size SIM cards can I get with Asda Mobile?
- Can I switch from my current network to an Asda Mobile SIM?
- Does Asda Mobile have good coverage?
- Is Asda Mobile fast?
- How reliable is Asda Mobile?
- Does Asda Mobile have good customer service?
- Asda Mobile data add-ons
- FAQs
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:
Cost | Speed limit |
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£20 / month | 2 Mbps |
£25 / month | 10 Mbps |
£30 / month | 150 Mbps |
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:
- Aberdeen
- Alexandria
- Ambleside
- Ashtead
- Aughton (Sth Yorks)
- Banstead
- Basingstoke
- Bebington
- Belfast
- Biggin Hill
- Birkenhead
- Birmingham
- Bishopbriggs
- Blackburn (Lancashire)
- Blaydon
- Bolton
- Bonhill
- Bootle
- Borehamwood
- Bournemouth
- Bradford
- Bristol
- Bristol Airport
- Cardiff
- Cheadle and Gatley
- Cheltenham
- Chesterfield
- Clydebank
- Crawley (West Sussex)
- Crosby
- Dartford
- Dewsbury
- Dinas Powys
- Droylsden
- Dudley (West Midlands)
- Dundee
- Eccles
- Edinburgh
- Epping
- Epsom
- Eston and South Bank
- Felling
- Gateshead
- Glasgow
- Gloucester
- Gosforth (Tyne & Wear)
- Grays
- Guildford
- Hebburn
- Horwich
- Huddersfield
- Huyton-with-Roby
- Inner London
- Isles of Scilly
- Jarrow
- Kingston upon Hull
- Kingswood (Bristol)
- Lancaster
- Leatherhead
- Leeds
- Lisburn
- Liverpool
- Llandudno
- London Colney
- Killingworth
- Manchester
- Mangotsfield
- Middlesbrough
- Molesey
- Morley
- Mosborough
- New Addington
- Newbury
- Newcastle Under Lyme
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Newtownabbey
- North Shields
- Oldbury/Smethwick
- Orpington
- Oxted
- Paisley
- Penarth
- Plymouth
- Poole
- Portsmouth
- Prescot
- Prestwich
- Pudsey
- Rawmarsh
- Reading
- Rochdale
- Rotherham
- Salford
- Sheffield
- Shipley
- Shirehampton
- Solihull
- South Shields
- Southampton
- Stanwell
- Stockport
- Stockton-on-Tees
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Stranraer
- Stretford
- Sunderland
- Sutton Coldfield
- Swanley
- Swansea
- Swindon (Wiltshire)
- Swinton and Pendlebury
- Thames Ditton
- Tilbury
- Tynemouth
- Urmston
- Wallasey
- Wallsend
- Waltham Cross
- Warlingham
- Warrington
- Washington
- Whitley Bay
- Wolverhampton
- 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.
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Standard - the largest SIM card size, which is generally used with older non-smartphones. Newer phones are likely to use micro or nano SIMs.
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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.
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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.
Data add-on | Cost |
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1GB | £2 |
3GB | £5 |
6GB | £7 |
12GB | £10 |
FAQs
Can I get 5G with an Asda Mobile SIM?
Yes, 5G is included for free with most plans on Asda Mobile, except the entry level 3GB and 5GB data plans.
Can I roam for free in the EU with Asda Mobile?
Yes, all Asda Mobile SIM only plans include free EU roaming. However, there is a 5GB per month fair usage policy, with a cost of 10p per MB for any data over this limit.
Where can I find the best Asda Mobile SIM Only deals?
You can use our comparison service to find the cheapest Asda Mobile SIM Only deals.
How fast is Asda Mobile?
Asda Mobile is powered by Vodafone, which means you can expect the same fast 5G speeds with excellent coverage.