Data Plan SIM-Only Plans

Compare the latest Data Plan SIM-Only plans in one place.
8 Data Plan SIM-Only plans.

Singtel

1GB 4-Week Plan

$10.0

/per month

Special Promotion:

None

Additional Benefits:

Data rollover

Data:

1.0 GB

Speed:

4G

eSIM Support:

Yes

Incoming Talktime:

0 minutes

Outgoing Talktime:

0 minutes

Local SMS:

0

Contract Length:

No Contract

Free Caller ID:

Yes

Roaming Data:

1.0 GB

Roaming Countries:

Malaysia

Data Rollover:

Yes

Singtel

1GB SG-M'sia 4-Week Data Pass

$10.0

/per month

Special Promotion:

None

Additional Benefits:

None

Data:

1.0 GB

Speed:

4G

eSIM Support:

Yes

Incoming Talktime:

0 minutes

Outgoing Talktime:

0 minutes

Local SMS:

0

Contract Length:

No Contract

Free Caller ID:

Yes

Roaming Data:

1.0 GB

Roaming Countries:

Singapore and Malaysia

Data Rollover:

No

Singtel

2.5GB Value+ 4-Week Data Plan

$13.0

/per month

Special Promotion:

None

Additional Benefits:

Data rollover

Data:

2.5 GB

Speed:

4G

eSIM Support:

Yes

Incoming Talktime:

0 minutes

Outgoing Talktime:

0 minutes

Local SMS:

0

Contract Length:

No Contract

Free Caller ID:

Yes

Roaming Data:

0.0 GB

Roaming Countries:

None

Data Rollover:

No

Singtel

$15 Ultimate Plan

$15.0

/per month

Special Promotion:

None

Additional Benefits:

Up to 500 IDD mins

Data:

100.0 GB

Speed:

5G

eSIM Support:

Yes

Incoming Talktime:

0 minutes

Outgoing Talktime:

500 minutes

Local SMS:

0

Contract Length:

No Contract

Free Caller ID:

Yes

Roaming Data:

5.0 GB

Roaming Countries:

Malaysia, India, Thailand, Bangladesh

Data Rollover:

Yes

Singtel

$20 200GB 4-Week Plan

$20.0

/per month

Special Promotion:

None

Additional Benefits:

Up to 1000 IDD mins

Data:

200.0 GB

Speed:

5G

eSIM Support:

Yes

Incoming Talktime:

0 minutes

Outgoing Talktime:

1000 minutes

Local SMS:

0

Contract Length:

No Contract

Free Caller ID:

Yes

Roaming Data:

10.0 GB

Roaming Countries:

Malaysia, India, Thailand, Bangladesh

Data Rollover:

Yes

Singtel

5G+ Ultimate Plan

$25.0

/per month

Special Promotion:

None

Additional Benefits:

Up to 1800 IDD mins Free gifts (unspecified)

Data:

288.0 GB

Speed:

5G

eSIM Support:

Yes

Incoming Talktime:

0 minutes

Outgoing Talktime:

2800 minutes

Local SMS:

880

Contract Length:

No Contract

Free Caller ID:

Yes

Roaming Data:

228.0 GB

Roaming Countries:

Malaysia, India, Thailand, Bangladesh

Data Rollover:

Yes

Singtel

$35 Ultimate Plan

$35.0

/per month

Special Promotion:

None

Additional Benefits:

Up to 1000 IDD mins

Data:

0.0 GB

Speed:

5G

eSIM Support:

Yes

Incoming Talktime:

0 minutes

Outgoing Talktime:

3000 minutes

Local SMS:

0

Contract Length:

No Contract

Free Caller ID:

Yes

Roaming Data:

0.0 GB

Roaming Countries:

Malaysia, India, Thailand, Bangladesh

Data Rollover:

Yes

Singtel

$40 Ultimate Plan

$40.0

/per month

Special Promotion:

None

Additional Benefits:

Up to 2000 IDD mins

Data:

0.0 GB

Speed:

5G

eSIM Support:

Yes

Incoming Talktime:

0 minutes

Outgoing Talktime:

3000 minutes

Local SMS:

0

Contract Length:

No Contract

Free Caller ID:

Yes

Roaming Data:

0.0 GB

Roaming Countries:

Malaysia, India, Thailand, Bangladesh

Data Rollover:

Yes

Data-Only SIM Plans in Singapore

Data-only SIM plans provide mobile internet access without voice calling or SMS components. These specialized plans serve users requiring connectivity for tablets, mobile routers, secondary devices, or data-intensive applications where voice services remain unnecessary.

Singapore providers including Singtel, StarHub, and M1 offer dedicated data-only options. Virtual operators like Circles.Life and GOMO also provide data-focused plans, sometimes at lower price points than traditional SIM-only plans with voice components.

Use Cases for Data-Only Plans

Several scenarios make data-only plans practical in Singapore. Tablet users often require mobile connectivity without voice capabilities. Mobile WiFi routers for household or business use benefit from data-only arrangements, providing internet access for multiple devices through a single SIM.

Secondary device connectivity represents another common application. Users might maintain a data-only plan for a backup phone, smartwatch, or portable gaming device. Some consumers separate their data and voice services across different providers to optimize costs or coverage.

Comparing Data-Only and Standard Plans

Data-only plans typically cost less than equivalent SIM-only plans with voice services, though this varies by provider. The price difference reflects excluded voice infrastructure and services. Users should calculate whether voice capability justifies the additional cost, even if rarely used.

Data allowances in data-only plans span the same range as standard offerings. Options extend from basic packages under 20GB to unlimited data plans for heavy users. Network speeds, 5G access, and data rollover policies generally match corresponding voice-inclusive plans from the same provider.

Network Performance Considerations

Data-only plans operate on the same network infrastructure as voice-inclusive services. Users can expect similar coverage and performance characteristics. However, some providers implement different priority levels or speed caps on data-only plans compared to premium voice plans.

Singapore's three major network operators (Singtel, StarHub, M1) each maintain distinct infrastructure. Virtual operators lease capacity from these networks, potentially experiencing different performance during peak usage periods. Users with specific coverage requirements should verify network performance in their primary usage locations.

Plan Selection and Pricing

Choosing data-only plans requires assessing monthly data consumption patterns. Light users checking email and browsing might suffice with 20-50GB monthly allowances. Heavy streaming, video conferencing, or mobile hotspot usage may justify larger allocations or unlimited options.

Pricing structures vary across providers. Prepaid data-only plans offer pay-as-you-go flexibility without contracts. Postpaid data plans provide monthly billing convenience, sometimes with contract commitment requirements. Users should compare total costs including activation fees, SIM charges, and any promotional periods that expire.

Device compatibility matters particularly for data-only services. Some plans restrict usage to specific device types or prohibit tethering. Terms often differ from standard SIM-only plans, making careful review essential before commitment.