Max Beckett, Uswitch telecoms expert comments, “There are some impressive broadband and mobile deals to snatch up this week, alongside some great perks, from free coffee, Disney+ access, and cinema tickets. If you’re out of contract, now is the ideal time to shop around.
“If you’re unsure when your current contract ends, try to find the original emails or letters you would have received when signing up. If you’re unable to find these, get in touch with your provider who should be able to help.
"If your mobile contract is coming to an end, but you want to keep your current phone, a SIM only deal could save you around £335 per year[1].” And late summer holiday-makers could save on EU roaming costs by bagging a Lebara SIM only deal for just £2.73 for the first 3 months.
"Plus, with premium handsets like the Apple iPhone 14 and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra on offer for more affordable rates, it's easy to be enticed by a high-end smartphone. However, it's always wise to think about your individual needs for a mobile package before making a decision, so you can avoid overpaying for features, data or storage that you won't fully use.
“Reliable Wi-Fi is more important than ever, particularly with the rise of remote working. Choosing a broadband plan with faster speeds could be a great call, especially if you find one that’s available for a better price than your current deal.”
Top broadband deals:
Top broadband deals
| Provider and package | Average speed | Contract length | Added benefits | Price per month | Deal end date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Media - M125 Ultrafast Fibre broadband only | 132Mbps | 18 | N/A | £26.50 | On-going |
| Sky - Superfast Broadband | 61Mbps | 18 | £60 voucher | £26 | 17/08/23 |
| Vodafone - Fibre 2 | 67Mbps | 24 | £90 voucher | £25 | 20/08/23 |
| BT - Fibre 2 - Exclusive to Uswitch | 67Mbps | 24 | £60 BT reward card | £29.99 | 17/08/23 |
Source: Uswitch.com. Prices correct as of 15th August 2023. Subject to change and availability in your area.
Top SIM only deals, all including unlimited minutes and text
Top SIM only deals, all include unlimited minutes and texts
| Provider | Data | Added benefits | Price per month | Deal End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O2 | 30GB | 3 months Free Disney+ | £8.00 | 31/08/23 |
| Vodafone | 40GB | N/A | £10.00 | On-going |
| Lebara Mobile - Exclusive to Uswitch | 15GB | £2.78 for the first 3 months - EU roaming included | £6.95 | 31/08/23 |
| Three Mobile | 120GB | Three+ rewards | £12.00 | On-going |
| Smarty | Unlimited | EU roaming included | £16 | On-going |
Source: Uswitch.com. Prices correct as of 15th August 2023. Subject to change and availability.
Top Pay Monthly mobile deals, all including unlimited minutes and text
Top Pay Monthly mobile deals
| Provider | Phone model | Data | Added benefits | Contract Length | Upfront cost | Price per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O2 | Apple iPhone 14 (128GB) | 350GB | 3 months' free Apple TV+ | 24 months | £59.00 | £38.00 |
| Vodafone - Exclusive to Uswitch | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (128GB) | 250GB | N/A | 24 months | N/A | £32.00 |
| Three | Apple iPhone 11 (64GB) | Unlimited | 2 months free insurance | 24 months | N/A | £25.00 |
Source: Uswitch.com. Prices correct as of 15 August 2022. Subject to change and availability.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Yolanda Etrata
Phone: 07702 534 837
Email: yolanda.etrata@uswitch.com
Twitter: @UswitchPR
Notes to editor
[1] Switching from an ending 24 month handset contract to a SIM-only contract (and keeping your existing handset) could save you £335 per year, or £28 per month. This calculation is based on the price of the top selling 24 month handset package (Apple iPhone 12 with Unlimited data) in February 2021 against the top selling and equivalent SIM only deal on the Uswitch site as of February 2023 (ID Mobile Unlimited data £16 per month). Correct as of March 2023.
About Uswitch
Uswitch is one of the UK’s top comparison websites for home services switching, including energy, broadband and mobiles.
More people go to Uswitch to switch their energy, broadband and mobile than any other site, and we have saved consumers over £2.7 billion off their bills since we launched in September 2000.
Free mobile app Utrack also helps households manage their home energy usage and make potential savings.
Uswitch is part of RVU, a group of online brands with a mission to empower consumers to make more confident home services, insurance and financial decisions.
