Plans with under 100GB are becoming rare in Singapore. Most providers now offer 100GB+ even on their cheapest tiers. But if you're a light user or want the absolute lowest price, these smaller plans still exist.
Who Needs Under 100GB?
Light users on WiFi most of the day. If you're connected to WiFi at home and work, you might only use 10-20GB of mobile data monthly. Paying for 200GB you'll never touch doesn't make sense.
Secondary lines. A backup SIM, kids' phone, or tablet line doesn't need a big data allowance.
Seniors. Many older users stick to calls, WhatsApp, and occasional browsing. 50GB is more than enough.
Budget-first users. If minimising your bill is the priority and you can live with less data, these plans cost a few dollars less.
What to Expect
Plans under 100GB typically cost $5-10 per month. At this tier:
- 4G speeds (rarely 5G)
- Basic or no roaming data
- No-contract flexibility
- App-based support only
The savings compared to a 100GB plan might only be $2-4, so weigh whether the reduced data is worth it.
What Can You Do With 50GB?
- Browse social media and news: barely makes a dent
- Stream music: about 50 hours
- Stream SD video: about 50 hours
- Stream HD video: about 15-20 hours
- Video calls: about 25-50 hours depending on quality
For most light users, 50GB is plenty with room to spare.
FAQ
Why are there so few plans under 100GB now? Competition. When MVNOs started offering 100GB+ for $10, plans with less data became hard to sell. Providers phased them out or repositioned them as senior/budget options.
Should I just get a 100GB plan instead? Probably. The price difference is often minimal. But if you genuinely use under 30GB monthly and want the cheapest possible option, these plans still make sense.
