EE SIM Only Deals

Why choose an EE SIM Only deal?

EE is a great choice for a SIM Only deal because it offers a wide selection of SIM Only plans. These come in one-month, 12-month, and 24-month durations, with varying data allowances up to unlimited data, and all EE’s SIM Only plans come with unlimited minutes and texts.

There are various perks and benefits with EE’s SIM Only plans too, including ‘Stay Connected Data’, which is available on many of EE’s plans and allows you to keep using data (at a lower 0.5Mbps speed) once you’ve used up your allowance. That’s fast enough to web browse, to send messages on WhatsApp, to access your email, and even to stream music or use Google Maps.

EE’s biggest SIM Only extra though is its ‘Inclusive Extras’, which come with select plans and let you choose between one and three perks.

The options include a subscription to Netflix, Apple Music, TNT Sports on Discovery+, Microsoft 365, or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. There’s also a Roam Abroad Pass, which lets you roam in Europe and beyond (including the likes of the US and Australia) at no extra cost, and an Entertainment Data Pass, which lets you stream from various music and video services without eating into your data allowance.

On top of all that, EE also offers Wi-Fi Calling, 4G Calling, tethering, and spending caps.

Is EE a good network?

EE is an excellent network, and it particularly excels for speeds. As an example of this, in a September 2023 Opensignal report, EE achieved average download speeds (using a combination of 5G, 4G, and 3G) of 40.0Mbps and average upload speeds of 9.3Mbps. Those in both cases are higher than Three, Vodafone, or O2.

When sticking purely with 5G, EE’s speeds are even higher, with the same report putting EE’s average 5G download speed at 99.5Mbps, while RootMetrics put EE’s median 5G download speed at 144.6Mbps in the first half of 2023.

This isn’t a one-off occurrence either – EE has been performing consistently well in third-party speed tests for years, and as a big name it’s a network you can rely on.

A 2023 report from Ofcom also found that 87% of customers were satisfied overall with EE’s customer service, that 80% were satisfied with the signal strength, and that 74% were satisfied with the value for money. The report additionally found that 12% of customers had a reason to complain, 55% were satisfied with how complaints were handled, and just 6 per 100,000 complained to Ofcom.

So overall satisfaction with the network and its customer service seems generally high.

Coverage on EE shouldn’t disappoint either, with the network having over 99% population coverage with 4G, while its 5G service is available in over 1,000 locations – and that number will keep on growing.

FAQ

Can I roam abroad with EE?

Yes, EE offers a Roam Abroad Pass which you can get at no extra cost as an ‘Inclusive Extra’ on select plans. This lets you roam for free in 53 destinations, including most of Europe plus the US, Canada, Australia, Mexico, and New Zealand.

This pass is alternatively available for £25 per month, or you can roam in 48 European destinations for £2.29 per day – up to a 50GB fair usage limit for data.

Does EE have credit checks?

Yes, EE will carry out credit checks on its SIM Only plans. Looking for a no credit check SIM Only deal? Check out our guide covering who offers SIM Only deals with no credit checks.

Can I keep my number when switching to EE?

Yes, you can keep your number when switching to EE. To do this, just order your EE SIM card, then text the word ‘PAC’ to 65075 from the number you want to keep, and you’ll be sent a PAC (Porting Authorisation Code) in return.

Hang onto this until your new EE SIM card has arrived and been activated, and then fill in EE’s number transfer form, which will ask for your PAC code, the number you want to keep, and your new temporary number.

For more in depth instructions, check out our how to keep your number guide.

Can I get unlimited data on EE?

Yes, EE offers unlimited data as an option whether you choose a 1-month, 12-month, or 24-month SIM Only plan.