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Eir Bill Pay: Best Eir Pay Bill Mobile Plans for 2024
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Do you know your Eir bill pay from your prepay, and how each contract type would affect you? In this guide, we explain their differences, cover which are the best Eir bill pay phones currently available, and provide other handy tips to help you get the best out of your plan and start saving some money.
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What Is Eir Bill Pay?
If you have ever had to pay for bills such as energy, broadband, mobile broadband or waste disposal, then you will be aware that you generally have multiple options to select from. Mobiles are no different to this, with one of the most popular options of payment management being bill pay.
Bill pay (also known as direct debit), is the establishment of a regular set payment authorised between your bank by yourself, and a receiving company, such as Eir. This tends to occur on a set day in the month, and typically comes in the form of a set-term contact, such as 6, 12 or 24 months. At the end of this period, your plan will default to a standard out-of-bundle rate, which tends to be significantly higher.
What Are the Advantages of Eir Bill Pay?
While Eir bill pay tends to be the preferred method for most people, prepay (also known as PAYG - Pay as You Go) is a popular second option.
Prepay enables people to purchase or renew services only when they desire. This is usually done by adding credit to an account, which can typically be completed by contacting Eir customer care, logging onto the online account, or calling/texting one of the automated top-up lines.
Generally speaking, Bill pay has a lot of advantages over Pay As Your Go. Features such as:
- Stability
Bill pay offers a lot of stability when it comes to your bills since you'll always know what your paying month to month. You won't have to worry about topping up either since everything included in your Bill pay package will automatically reset at the end of the month. - Long Term Contract
Having a long term contract between 12 to 24 months is great for protecting yourself against rises in your bills and other possible Eir bill price hikes. - Phone Inclusions
Probably the best part is being able to get a top of the range phone from Eir for a fraction of its normal price. You will continue to pay monthly towards the phone but once your contract has ended you'll be able to get a free upgrade!
There are some drawbacks to have a Bill pay phone however, such as:
- Automatic Payments
You'll need to have enough money in your account in order to cover the bill payments that come out automatically. This can be inconvenient for some people who prefer to control what they're spending themselves. - Commitment
The idea of being locked into a contract for an extended period of time can be daunting for many people. There also disadvantages of being in a long term contract since it can require a high exit fee to leave it. - Credit Check
You'll quite often need to have a credit check to make sure you're good to go before you can take out the contract. This can be awkward for some customers who might just prefer Pay As Your Go. If you're taking out an Eir business bill pay phone, you'll likely need to have a credit check too.
Though Eir prepay mobile options are smaller than those available through Eir bill pay, existing prepay customers still have a choice of 13 phone choices, while prepay customers have a choice of 12. These contain a mix of new and refurbished phones, ranging from €39.99 to €449.99, and include some high-end models such as the iPhone 11.
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Why Should I Choose Eir Bill Pay?
Eir has the largest 5G network coverage in Ireland and has a 4G population coverage rate of 99%. This means that you are unlikely to experience signal failure issues, and are likely going to be able to use an Eir bill pay, SIM or PAYG plan almost anywhere across the aisle.
In addition to this, Eir also provides numerous other home services such as broadband, and Eir TV. These can often be bundled together to make some great savings and can be managed easily from the MyEir online account.
What Are the Eir Bill Pay Phones Packages Like?
When it comes to the Eir bill pay phone packages, they offer a simple choice of three options. Each of these options comes with a 24-month contract and unlimited texts as standard.
| Eir Bill Pay Package | Monthly Price | Data Limit | Call Limit | International Calls/Texts | EU Data Roaming |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eir Mobile Essential | €39.99 | 20 Gb of 5G data | 200 Irish Minutes & Unlimited Texts | N/A | Roam Like Home |
| Eir Mobile Connect Plus | €59.99 | No Limits 5G Data | Unlimited Irish Calls & Texts | 100 International Minutes and Texts | 40 Gb of data to use in the EU |
| Eir Mobile Complete | €69.99 | No Limits 5G Data | Unlimited Irish Calls & Texts | 600 International Minutes and Texts | 60 Gb of data to use in the EU |
Last Updated: 21/06/2023
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Regardless of which Eir bill pay package you chose, you also get to choose any out of 23 mobile phones to come alongside it. These models range from popular modern models such as the iPhone 14 Pro 512GB at an additional cost of €949, or a variety of less pricey phone models, with 11 being classed as free.
The Eir bill pay phones also come with the choice of keeping your existing Eir phone number or requesting a new number. Depending on the phone model and plan selected, requesting a new phone number will set you back up a whopping €200 to €300, which could be quite the deterrent for new customers seeking a long-term contract.
Watch out for out-of-bundle rates! Eir charges 99c per day for 250Mb, 2c per Mb and €20.48 per GB thereafter for excess data usage. Call minutes are charged at 30c per minute, and SMS at 15c per text. If you are running low, consider taking out a single usage pack upgrade.
Which Are the Most Popular Eir Bill Pay Phones?
Eir currently has a total of 23 bill pay mobile phones to choose from, ranging from big brands like Apple and Samsung to lesser-known but competitively priced mobiles by Oppo. Here is a sample of the most popular models currently available, and what they will set you back.
| Eir Mobile Model | Price From |
|---|---|
| Apple iPhone 14 128GB | €329 |
| iPhone 13 128GB | €279 |
| Refurbished Apple iPhone XR 64GB | Free |
| Galaxy S23 128GB | €199 |
| Samsung S21 FE 5G | €79 |
| OPPO Reno 8 | Free |
Last Updated: 15/06/2023
If you are wondering why some of the phones are classed as “free”, this is because these mobiles are available at no extra cost to existing Eir bill pay customers. To avail of one of these phones, you must be on a valid bill pay plan which is due an upgrade. You would then be able to trade in your old mobile and renew/upgrade your plan to acquire a new phone. A total of 10 phone models are available as “free” on the eir.ie website.
How Can I Upgrade Your Eir Bill Pay Phones?
If you already have an Eir bill pay phone or contract and are seeking to upgrade your package or device, you can check your options by inputting your phone number in the Eir bill pay upgrade availability checker here, or within the MyEir mobile app.
Typically upgrading your services should come when either your contract has expired, or you are close to the end of your contractual period. Changing your package too early could potentially result in penalties due to changing the contract mid-way, in addition to the offers you can access being less competitively priced.
What About Eir Bill Pay Sim-Only Deals?
For those who are comfortable with their existing device, and would prefer to have an Eir bill pay sim-only deal, Eir offers two options. Each of these runs as a 30-day rolling plan, up to a 12-month period. After the initial 12-month period expires, a price increase of €15 applies to both of these plans thereafter, meaning that it is very important to keep an eye on how long your contract has left, and start checking for prices before incurring out-of-contract charges.
These plans also include unlimited texts, unlimited Irish calls, and no limits on 5G data as standard. Let’s take a look at their differences now.
| Plan Name | Plan Price | International Minutes | Calls & Texts | Data Limits | EU Data Allowance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eir Mobile Connect - 30 Day | €14.99 | None Included | Unlimited | No limits 5G data | 30 Gb |
| Eir Mobile Complete - 30 day | €19.99 | 200 Minutes & Texts | Unlimited | No limits 5G data | 50 Gb |
Last Updated: 15/06/2023
How Can I Cancel Eir Bill Pay?
If you are looking to cancel your Eir Bill pay contract, be it for mobile broadband mobile, or other such services, you should be aware that early cancellations can incur additional costs. These costs could come in the form of a single early termination fee, or if the contract has a significant period of time remaining, you may still need to pay for the remainder of the service period as a one-off Early Cease Charge (ECC) fee.
Generally, a minimum notice period of 30 days is required to be given in advance of service cancellation unless otherwise stated within your contract. This notice can be given to the customer care team directly by calling 1901 from Eir bill pay phones.
It is important to check your policy information and the Eir terms and conditions before terminating your contract to understand your options, and how to begin the process.
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Is There Eir Bill Pay Customer Care?
Interested in taking out a bill pay plan, or otherwise getting in touch with Eir? For a detailed look at the variety of options available to you, check out our dedicated Eir contact guide. For the Eir bill pay specific contact details, you can use the following details.
- 1901 - Mobile bill pay department
- +353 1 766 2599 - Mobile bill pay for those abroad
- Contact Eir on either Facebook or Twitter
You can also use the My Eir login to manage your account or use our Eir broadband down guide for help.
Eir Billpay Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add Eir bill pay/SIM only onto my broadband service?
Yes, however, your Eir fibre broadband will be re-contracted for a further 12 months at the point of adding the services together.
Yes, however, your Eir fibre broadband will be re-contracted for a further 12 months at the point of adding the services together.
Will I own the Eir bill pay phone I get in my contract?
Your mobile device remains the property of Eir until your contract length has been reached. If you cancel your contract before this, you will need to return your mobile device to Eir. You may be able to keep your phone by paying the remainder of your contractual period in full. Consult your policy documentation in advance of cancelling your contract to be fully aware of your terms and conditions.
Your mobile device remains the property of Eir until your contract length has been reached. If you cancel your contract before this, you will need to return your mobile device to Eir. You may be able to keep your phone by paying the remainder of your contractual period in full. Consult your policy documentation in advance of cancelling your contract to be fully aware of your terms and conditions.
Can I unlock my bill pay phone to use another network?
Yes, however, Eir bill pay customers can only do so after their full contractual period has been completed. Eir SIM-only customers must have paid in excess of €200 in bills to be able to unlock their phone. Assuming these conditions are met, you must acquire your IMEI code (dial *#06# on your phone to get this), and contact Eir to proceed further.
Yes, however, Eir bill pay customers can only do so after their full contractual period has been completed. Eir SIM-only customers must have paid in excess of €200 in bills to be able to unlock their phone. Assuming these conditions are met, you must acquire your IMEI code (dial *#06# on your phone to get this), and contact Eir to proceed further.
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