The 100-200GB range is where most Singaporeans land. It's enough data for regular smartphone use without paying for massive allowances you won't touch.
Why This Range Works for Most People
100-200GB covers typical daily use comfortably:
- Morning commute with Spotify and social media
- Messaging and emails throughout the day
- Occasional YouTube or Netflix
- Maps and Grab when you're out
- Weekend browsing and streaming
Unless you're streaming hours of video daily or using your phone as a hotspot, you probably won't exceed 150GB.
Pricing
Expect to pay $8-15 per month for plans in this range. The price difference within the tier usually comes down to:
- Network: SIMBA-based plans tend to be cheapest, Singtel-based cost slightly more
- 5G access: Adds $2-5 to the price
- Roaming: Plans with 10GB+ APAC roaming cost more than those with minimal roaming
- Contract: No-contract plans dominate this range
100GB vs 200GB
The jump from 100GB to 200GB usually costs $2-4 more per month. Worth it if you:
- Sometimes use hotspot for your laptop
- Stream video during commutes
- Travel and want roaming data included (200GB plans often have better roaming)
- Just want buffer room so you never check your usage
Not worth it if you consistently use under 80GB and want the lowest possible bill.
FAQ
Is 150GB enough for hotspot use? For occasional tethering (checking emails, light browsing), yes. For regular video calls or working from cafes, you'll burn through it faster than expected. Consider 200GB+ if hotspot is a regular use case.
Do these plans include 5G? Some do, some don't. At the lower end ($8-10), you're usually getting 4G. At $12-15, 5G options appear. Check the plan details.
What's the best value in this range? Look for plans around $10-12 with 150-200GB. That's typically the sweet spot where you get solid data, some roaming, and occasionally 5G without overpaying.
