iD Mobile is a Three UK MVNO.
It is a mobile brand by Carphone Warehouse.
This is what you will learn about iD Mobile:
* Coverage
* How to Get an iD Mobile SIM Card & SIM Card Price
* Topping Up Options & Methods + Balance Check
* Plans & Packages
* APN/Internet Settings
Coverage – iD Mobile
iD Mobile is a Three UK MVNO, meaning iD Mobile uses the Three UK network and does not have its own mobile infrastructure.
To find out what to expect in terms of coverage with iD Mobile, jump to the Three UK Coverage section in my United Kingdom SIM card buying guide.
iD Mobile customers have access to Three UK's 5G NR network.
SIM Card Price – iD Mobile
You can buy an iD Mobile SIM card starting from 6 GBP in Carphone Warehouse stores or Curry's stores.
- Find out how much SIM cards cost in every country, including data-only SIM cards and tourist SIM cards, offered by each mobile operator + information about starter benefits (lookup tool)
You can consider getting a travel eSIM for United Kingdom, which can, in specific scenarios, be cheaper than getting a SIM card from iD Mobile.
Especially if you get a Europe-wide eSIM (for when you visit at least two or more supported European countries) or a global eSIM (for frequent travelers visiting multiple continents).
In my United Kingdom eSIM buying guide, I analyze various eSIM options of eSIM providers I have tested extensively worldwide.
But I will introduce them here quickly:
- Airalo: Uki Mobile (United Kingdom only), Eurolink (39 countries in Europe) & Discover+ (130 countries worldwide + up to 200 worldwide minutes & 200 worldwide SMS) – use code NEWTOAIRALO15 (15% off – first-time users only) or AIRALOESIM10 (10% off)
- Alosim: United Kingdom & Europe (32 countries) – use code PTW (5% off – no limits)
- Holafly: United Kingdom & Europe (32 countries) – all variants in both options include unlimited data + up to 120 Europe-wide calls – use code PHONETRAVELWIZ (5% off – no limits)
- Nomad: United Kingdom, Europe (30 or 35 countries, depending on the variant) & Global (109 or 139 countries, depending on the variant) – use code ADU123 (3 USD off – first-time users only)
Once again, check out my United Kingdom eSIM buying guide to learn more about these eSIM options.
For now, I will continue with iD Mobile.
Top-Up, Recharge & Balance Check – iD Mobile
iD Mobile top-up vouchers are sold in Carphone Warehouse stores or Curry's stores.
To top up your iD Mobile SIM card, call 7777 and follow the instructions.
You can also recharge online with debit and credit cards. However, mostly UK-issued cards are accepted.
You can also top up and check your balance on the iD Mobile app (Android/iOS).
Packages, Plans, Bundles & Offers – iD Mobile
iD Mobile has two data-featured prepaid plans: Value Bundles (combo) & Add-Ons (data).
All iD Mobile plans are eligible for 5G NR.
I will list all the prices in GBP (British Pound Sterling).
To convert GBP to your currency (let's say EUR – Euro) with up-to-date exchange rates, use the Wise Currency Converter tool.
Value Bundles – iD Mobile
The Value Bundles are combo plans with data (with 5G NR access), minutes & SMS.
Value Bundles can be purchased on the iD Mobile app:
| Price | Data | Local/EU Minutes 1 | Local/EU SMS 1 | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 GBP | 1 GB | Unlimited | Unlimited | 1 month |
| 8 GBP | 4 GB | Unlimited | Unlimited | 1 month |
| 10 GBP | 6 GB | Unlimited | Unlimited | 1 month |
| 15 GBP | 20 GB | Unlimited | Unlimited | 1 month |
| 20 GBP | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | 1 month |
1 local use and to call/SMS other EU/EEA member states when in other EU/EEA member states and back to the United Kingdom (NOT from the United Kingdom to other EU/EEA member states)
Unused data allowances will roll over for one billing cycle.
Add-Ons – iD Mobile
The Add-Ons are data add-ons (with 5G NR access). They cannot be purchased as standalone plans.
Add-Ons can be purchased on the iD Mobile app:
| Price | Data | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 GBP | 100 MB | 7 days |
| 2 GBP | 300 MB | 7 days |
| 3 GBP | 500 MB | 7 days |
| 5 GBP | 1 GB | 30 days |
| 10 GBP | 6 GB | 30 days |
| 15 GBP | 6 GB | 12 months |
| 30 GBP | 15 GB | 12 months |
EU Roaming – iD Mobile
While some other mobile operators have already announced re-introducing EU international roaming rates, iD Mobile has not (and has no plan to do so anytime soon).
You can use your allowances in the following EU/EEA member states without paying roaming fees:
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Azores
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Canary Islands
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- Germany
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Guadeloupe
- Guernsey
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Italy
- Jersey
- Kazakhstan
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madeira
- Malta
- Martinique
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Réunion
- Romania
- Saint Barthélemy
- Saint Martin
- San Marino
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Vatican City
As iD Mobile does not have dedicated EU/EEA roaming allowances, you can use your full allowance without restrictions in other EU/EEA member states.
APN/Internet Settings – iD Mobile
- Name: iD
- APN: id
Note: leave anything not mentioned above untouched.