A little help choosing
Find practical help with choosing a phone, picking a SIM, switching and getting set up.
16 guides
Choosing a phone
128 GB or 256 GB: choosing phone storage
Look at the space you use today and what you plan to keep on the phone.
Read the guide →How long will your phone get updates?
Check the support left before buying an older or refurbished model.
Read the guide →Choose a phone that fits your day
A practical shortlist: size, camera, storage, support and what you can comfortably spend.
Read the guide →Unlocked and imported phones: what to check
Match the exact version to your network, SIM format and warranty needs.
Read the guide →Choosing a SIM
How much mobile data do you need?
Use your own recent usage to avoid paying for an allowance you never use.
Read the guide →Switch SIMs and keep your number
The right order for checking your contract, moving your number and testing your new SIM.
Read the guide →Will this SIM work where you need it?
Check your home, work and regular journeys before choosing a provider.
Read the guide →eSIM or physical SIM: which should you choose?
Check phone compatibility, setup and moving your plan before choosing a SIM format.
Read the guide →Before you buy a travel eSIM
Check the destination, start date, data limits and phone settings before your trip.
Read the guide →Buying refurbished
Understanding cost
Phone and SIM separately, or one monthly deal?
Compare the same period and include the upfront payment before choosing.
Read the guide →Paying for a phone in instalments
Check the total price, how often you pay and when your phone will arrive.
Read the guide →What to check before joining a mobile plan
Look beyond the first monthly price: billing dates, price changes, extra fees and leaving terms.
Read the guide →Could you spend less on your mobile?
Start with the phone you own, the data you use and the terms of your current plan.
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