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Mobile Broadband
3G Mobile Broadband Internet
has been playing catch-up for the past few years, but the technology has
matured and it now provides a viable alternative to ADSL Broadband. We have
complied an UK 3G Mobile Broadband comparison table to help you choose a
deal from the wide choice of cheap 3G tariffs available, including 3G Pay As
You Go (PAYG). Please check the 3G
speed you want, how much data allowance you require and support for features
such as Skype, or you might find that you breach your Mobile Broadband usage policy and terms of contract, or find that
some features simply won't work.
Please check the relevant 3G coverage map before purchasing, to ensure there
is 3G coverage in your area. You may have to scroll to the right to see the
3G coverage links depending on the resolution of your monitor.
To see our 3G tariff comparison for business users, please click on
the 3G Business Data Tariffs
link.
Why 3G Mobile Broadband?
- Fast download speeds of up to 7.2Mbps - 3G data rates compare to normal broadband*
- No telephone landline required for service activation
- No ADSL filters required as there is no telephone line used to connect
- True Mobile Broadband Internet connection - the Broadband travels with you*
- 3G Broadband uses wireless technology - there are no messy cables!
- 3G Pay As You Go Mobile Broadband tariffs allow you to enjoy without a contract
- Mobile Broadband with FREE laptop (certain contracts only).
To purchase, click on the
link and you will be directed to the 3G Providers website.
If you have found our comparison useful, don't forget to tell your friends!
Mobile Broadband
options enquiry line 0800 3277
923
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| UK | Contract | 3G Tariff | Out of | Modem | Provider | 3G Data | 3G Broadband | Max Upload | Click for | Works | IPSEC | Blocked Ports & | 3G Coverage |
WiFi Hotspot |
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3G Provider |
Description | Length | inc VAT | Bundle Charge | Cost |
Website |
Allowance | Download Speed* | Speed* | large picture | Abroad | Skype | VPN | IP Assignments | PC | Mac | Map | Access inc** | |
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Vodafone |
Pay as You Go | PAYG | £15 / 2GB | N/A | £25 |
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2GB inc | 7.2 Mbps | 2Mbps | NO | X | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | ||
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Vodafone |
Pay per Day plan | 30 Days | £3.00 / day | £2 per 250MB | £19 |
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none | 7.2 Mbps | 2Mbps |
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Europe | X | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | |
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Vodafone | 500MB 30 day plan | 30 Days | £7.50 | £7.50 per 500MB | Free |
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500MB | 7.2 Mbps | 2Mbps | Europe | X | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | |
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Vodafone |
2GB 30 day plan | 30 Days | £15.00 | £15 per GB | £9 |
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2GB | 7.2 Mbps | 2Mbps | Europe | X | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | ||
| Vodafone | 2GB Mobile Broadband | 18 Months | £15.00 | £15 per GB | Free |
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2GB / 1GB* | 7.2 Mbps | 2Mbps | Europe | X | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | ||
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Vodafone |
2GB Mobile Broadband | 18 months | £20.00 | £15 per GB | Free |
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2GB / 2GB* | 7.2 Mbps | 2Mbps | Europe | X | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | ||
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3 Mobile |
Pay As You Go | PAYG | £10 / GB | 10p / MB | £19.99 |
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N/A | 3.6 Mbps | 384 Kbps | ZTE MF112 | Costs | √ | X | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | |
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3 Mobile |
Pay As You Go inc 3GB | PAYG | £10 / GB | 10p / MB | £39.99 |
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N/A | 3.6 Mbps | 384 Kbps | ZTE MF112 | Costs | √ | X | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | |
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3 Mobile |
Pay As You Go inc 12GB | PAYG | £10 / GB | 10p / MB | £97.86 |
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N/A | 3.6 Mbps | 384 Kbps | ZTE MF112 | Costs | √ | X | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | |
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3 Mobile |
Mobile Broadband & FREE HP 550 Notebook |
18 months | £35.00 | 10p / MB | Free |
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5 GB | 3.6 Mbps | 384 Kbps | Various modems to choose from! | Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X |
| 3 Mobile |
Mobile Broadband & FREE HP 550 Notebook |
18 months | £50.00 | 10p / MB | Free |
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15 GB ! | 3.6 Mbps | 384 Kbps | Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | ||
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3 Mobile |
Mobile Broadband & FREE HP 550 Notebook |
24 months | £30.00 | 10p / MB | Free |
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5 GB | 3.6 Mbps | 384 Kbps | Various modems to choose from! | Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X |
| 3 Mobile |
Mobile Broadband & FREE HP 550 Notebook |
24 months | £35.00 | 10p / MB | Free |
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5 GB | 3.6 Mbps | 384 Kbps | Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | ||
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3 Mobile |
Broadband Plus 5GB | 1 month | £15.99 | 10p / MB | £4.99 |
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5 GB | 7.2 Mbps | 384 Kbps | Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | ||
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3 Mobile |
Broadband Lite 1GB | 18 months | £7.87 | 10p / MB | Free |
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1 GB | 7.2 Mbps | 384 Kbps |
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Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | |
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3 Mobile |
Broadband Plus 5GB | 18 months | £15.99 | 10p / MB | Free |
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5 GB | 7.2 Mbps | 384 Kbps | Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | ||
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3 Mobile |
Broadband Max 15GB | 18 months | £20.99 | 10p / MB | Free |
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15 GB ! | 7.2 Mbps | 384 Kbps | Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | ||
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3 Mobile |
Broadband Lite 1GB | 24 months | £7.87 | 10p / MB | Free |
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1 GB | 7.2 Mbps | 384 Kbps |
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Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | |
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3 Mobile |
Broadband Max 5GB | 24 months | £15.00 | 10p / MB | Free |
EOL |
5 GB | 7.2 Mbps | 384 Kbps | Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | ||
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T-Mobile |
Mobile Broadband Daily | PAYG | £2 / day | Account Restricted | £19.56 |
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None | 7.2 Mbps | 2 Mbps |
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Costs | X | X | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | |
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T-Mobile |
Mobile Broadband Plus | 12 months | £20.00 | Account Restricted | Free |
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3 GB | 7.2 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Costs | X | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | √ | |
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T-Mobile |
Mobile Broadband Max | 12 months | £35.00 | Account Restricted | Free |
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5 GB | 7.2 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | √ | ||
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T-Mobile |
Mobile Broadband Plus | 18 months | £15.00 | Account Restricted | Free |
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3 GB | 7.2 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Costs | X | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | √ | ||
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T-Mobile |
Mobile Broadband Max | 18 months | £35.00 | Account Restricted | Free |
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5 GB | 7.2 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | √ | ||
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T-Mobile |
Mobile Broadband Plus | 24 months | £15.00 | Account Restricted | Free |
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3 GB | 7.2 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Costs | X | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | √ | ||
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T-Mobile |
Mobile Broadband Max | 24 months | £30.00 | Account Restricted | Free |
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5 GB | 7.2 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Costs | √ | √ | Blocked Ports & IP's | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | √ | ||
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O2 | O2 Mobile Broadband | 1 month | £15.00 | 20p per MB | £99.99 |
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1 GB | 3.6 Mbps | TBD |
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Costs | TBD | TBD | TBD | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | √ |
| O2 | O2 Mobile Broadband | 18 months | £14.69 | 20p per MB | Free |
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1 GB | 3.6 Mbps | TBD | Costs | TBD | TBD | TBD | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | √ | ||
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Orange | Internet Everywhere | 18 months | £14.68 | 1.46p / MB | Free |
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3GB | 3.6 Mbps | TBD |
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Costs | TBD | TBD | TBD | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X |
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Orange | Internet Everywhere | 18 months | £24.47 | 1.46p / MB | Free |
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10 GB | 3.6 Mbps | TBD | Costs | TBD | TBD | TBD | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | |
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Orange | Internet Everywhere | 18 months | £14.68 | 1.46p / MB | Free |
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3GB | 3.6 Mbps | TBD |
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Costs | TBD | TBD | TBD | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X |
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Orange | Internet Everywhere | 18 months | £24.47 | 1.46p / MB | Free |
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10 GB | 3.6 Mbps | TBD | Costs | TBD | TBD | TBD | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | |
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Virgin | Virgin Mobile Broadband | 18 months | £15.00 | 1.46p / MB | Free |
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3 GB | 4.5 Mbps | TBD | Costs | TBD | TBD | TBD | √ | √ | 3G Coverage | X | |
* Maximum 3G
download / upload speed achievable in some areas of the UK - actual speed
will depend on network activity and your location.
** Please visit T-Mobile website
here to
find HotSpot locations throughout the UK.
*** Three pay as you go top-up data allowance lasts for 30 days after
activation.
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If you don't convert your top-up you will be
charged at £1 per MB. For further information, please visit the
3 Mobile Website.
Have a look at our 3G Router hardware
overview here for further details
on popular Routers that can share your Mobile Broadband connection via a wireless
(WiFi) connection.
Note: Mobile Broadband and Mobile Phone Broadband are slightly different. Mobile
Phone Broadband uses your phone's 3G connection to connect to the Internet,
whereas Mobile Broadband normally uses a USB dongle.
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