The $20-30 range gets you close to what the main telcos charge for their base SIM-only plans, but often with more data and better roaming.
At this price, you're looking at high-end MVNO plans, unlimited data options, and promotional SIM-only plans from Singtel, StarHub, and M1.
What to Expect at $20-30
Data: 800GB to unlimited. Most plans at this price have more data than you'll realistically use.
Roaming: Premium roaming packages with 15-50GB APAC data and meaningful international allowances. Some unlimited roaming plans fall in this range.
5G: Standard at this price point.
Extras: IDD minutes, data rollover, family sharing options, and streaming perks on some plans.
When This Makes Sense
A $20-30 plan is worth it if you:
- Want true unlimited data without worrying about caps
- Need heavy roaming usage
- Prefer dealing with a main telco rather than an MVNO
- Want bundled perks like streaming subscriptions
Comparison to Main Telco Plans
At $30, you're overlapping with entry-level Singtel, StarHub, and M1 SIM-only plans. The main telcos often offer:
- Better customer service (physical stores, phone support)
- Bundling discounts with broadband or TV
- Loyalty perks and device upgrade programs
MVNOs at this price offer:
- More data for the money
- No contract flexibility
- Sometimes better roaming packages
FAQ
Why not just get an unlimited plan? Unlimited plans in this range often have fair usage policies (speed throttling after a certain amount) or only cover specific regions for roaming. Read the fine print.
Is it worth going above $30? The main telcos' premium plans ($40-80) add priority network access, more roaming, and bundled subscriptions. Whether that's worth it depends on how much you value those extras.
