Independent analysis of Vodafone UK plan costs, including total cost of ownership and value assessment.
Prices are indicative. Always verify current prices directly with Vodafone before purchasing.
| Data | 1-Month Rolling | 12-Month | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5GB | ~£10/mo | ~£8/mo | Basic usage |
| 15GB | ~£15/mo | ~£12/mo | Moderate usage |
| 30GB | ~£18/mo | ~£15/mo | Regular usage |
| Unlimited (standard) | ~£22/mo | ~£18/mo | Fair use applies |
| Unlimited (5G) | ~£28/mo | ~£24/mo | 5G access included |
| Plan | Monthly Cost | Speed | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Broadband | ~£22/mo | ~10 Mbps | 24 months |
| Fibre 1 | ~£26/mo | ~38 Mbps | 24 months |
| Fibre 2 | ~£30/mo | ~67 Mbps | 24 months |
| Gigafast (FTTP) | ~£45/mo | ~900 Mbps | 24 months |
Always calculate the total cost over the full contract term. Include upfront costs, monthly fees × contract months, and any add-ons you plan to use.
Example: A 24-month pay-monthly plan at £35/month with £50 upfront = £35 × 24 + £50 = £890 total. The equivalent SIM-only plan at £15/month = £15 × 24 = £360. The implicit handset cost is £890 − £360 = £530.
Vodafone applies annual mid-contract price increases, typically CPI + 3.9%. At 4% CPI, this means a 7.9% increase. On a £30/month plan, this adds approximately £2.37/month after year one. Over a 24-month contract, this adds approximately £14.22 to the total cost. See our CPI glossary entry for more detail.