Mobile pricing tracker (SIM-only plans) 1Q 2026

12 February 2026 | Research and Insights

Stefano Porto Bonacci | Kanchan Mukherjee

Tracker | Excel | Mobile Services


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Analysys Mason's Mobile pricing tracker (SIM-only plans) is a survey of the tariffs of SIM-only mobile handset contracts.

The tracker reports the tariffs offered by mobile network operators, both from their main brand and their sub-brands. It provides the price of the contract plan and an overview of the services and conditions included in the standard monthly fee.

Prices are calculated over a 24-month period (including discounts and promotions).

Data collection took place during January 2026. The tracker covers 15 countries. 

Data coverage

  • Price: full tariff, discounted tariff and activation cost
  • Contract conditions: minimum contract length
  • Connectivity services:
    • voice minutes (both national and international)
    • SMS messages (both national and international)
    • monthly data allowance and access technology (such as 4G or 5G)
    • roaming features
    • satellite direct-to-device services
  • Data usage features:
    • data usage restrictions
    • speed
    • carry-over data
    • data sharing
    • group plans
    • hotspots
  • Additional services: AI-powered assistants, gaming, music, social media and video

Geographical coverage

Africa

 
  • South Africa

Asia–Pacific 

 
  • Australia
  • Malaysia
  • New Zealand

Europe

 
  • France
  • Italy
  • Germany
  • Poland
  • Spain
  • Turkey
  • UK

Middle East and North Africa 

 
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE

North America

 
  • Canada
  • USA

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Authors

Stefano Porto Bonacci

Principal Analyst

Kanchan Mukherjee

Research Analyst