Who Are Tesco Mobile?
Tesco Mobile Ireland is a joint venture between Tesco and Three Ireland. Launched in 2007, it operates as a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) on Three's network. Tesco Mobile offers both prepay and bill pay SIM-only plans, with the added benefit of earning Clubcard points on your mobile spend.
With no home broadband or TV services, Tesco Mobile focuses exclusively on mobile. SIM cards are available online and in Tesco stores across Ireland, making it one of the most accessible mobile providers in the country.
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What Are the Tesco Mobile Bill Pay Plans?
Tesco Mobile offers several bill pay SIM-only options, ranging from a basic 5 GB plan to unlimited 5G plans with international minutes.
| Plan | Price | Data | Calls & Texts | Network | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elevate SIM | €10/month (6 months, then €30) | Unlimited | Unlimited minutes & texts, 400 international mins | 5G | 12 months |
| 5G Clubcard SIM | €20/month | Unlimited | 5,000 mins & texts, 300 international mins | 5G | Monthly rolling |
| SIM Only | €10/month | 5 GB | 150 minutes, 150 texts | 4G | Monthly rolling |
What Are the Tesco Mobile Prepay Plans?
Tesco Mobile's prepay plans are topped up every four weeks and available without any contract commitment.
| Plan | Price | Data | Calls & Texts | EU Roaming |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prepay Data Ultra 5G | €20/4 weeks | Unlimited (5G) | 1,000 any-network mins & texts, 100 international mins | 29.56 GB |
| Prepay Data Plus | €15/4 weeks | 100 GB (4G) | 1,000 any-network mins, 500 texts | 22.17 GB |
| Prepay 15 | €15/4 weeks | 30 GB | 10,000 any-network mins, €15 credit | 22.17 GB |
All prepay plans include bonus minutes to other Tesco Mobile numbers (3,000 texts/calls on the Data Plus and Prepay 15 plans).
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Tesco Mobile Pros and Cons
Advantages
- Competitive pricing with plans from €10/month
- 5G access on the Three network
- Available in Tesco stores — easy to get a SIM
- Earn Clubcard points on mobile spend
- Flexible prepay and bill pay options
Disadvantages
- No home broadband or TV services
- Runs on Three network — coverage may vary in rural areas
- International minutes only on higher-tier plans
- Prepay plans renew every 4 weeks (not monthly)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tesco Mobile
Tesco Mobile operates on the Three Ireland network, giving access to Three's 4G and 5G coverage across the country.
Yes. Tesco Mobile SIM cards are available at Tesco stores nationwide, as well as online at tescomobile.ie.
Yes. The Elevate SIM, 5G Clubcard SIM, and Prepay Data Ultra plans all include 5G access at no extra cost.
Yes. Bill pay customers earn Clubcard points on their monthly spend. Points can be redeemed in Tesco stores or converted to reward partners.
No. Tesco Mobile is a mobile-only service and does not offer home broadband, TV, or landline products.