What is the best option for data?

[DerryJohn]

Hello,

Could you please tell me what would be the best option on a contract for data.

I have sim only with 1gb right now but somehow this is running out very quickly on my phone, I'm not sure how it is being used so quickly, I had a 1gb and 3gb dongle before and they lasted a lot longer when used on a laptop.

I am only using data through my phone but I would like to tether by using my phone as a wireless hotspot for my laptop, would this be different usage?

I don't make many calls at all and don't use anywhere near the limit for message (It could be unlimited but I don't need that), the main thing I need is more data.

Could anyone tell me what my best option would be for sim only?

Thanks very much,

John

[viridis]

Completely depends on usage pattern on phone and laptop.
For just browsing and emails, 3gb to be safe.
If streaming or downloading, then 8-10gb
If general browsing with the odd YouTube video or spotify ect, then 5gb should suffice

[Cleoriff]

Hi @DerryJohn 

All info on Sim only tariffs here

https://www.o2.co.uk/shop/sim-cards

https://www.o2.co.uk/shop/simplicity

[Anonymous]

Something maybe worth doing is a data audit - check your apps - a fair few have wifi only options which can save on unnecessary data usage if they are not vital.

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[perksie]

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[Bambino]

If what you need most is data you should see if you get good coverage where you are with Three. They have also made a bid for O2, which is likely to go through, so you'd just be ahead of the game.