24-month Mobile Subscription - does it make sense?

[sky minecrafter]

Hi, Was in a similar dilemma. Chose SIM only eventually. Neither wanna be restricted by the mobile phone choices which the Telco offers, nor the Telco package.

[BigDevil]

:hi5:

Makes economical sense too!

[starlight1968sg]

Dh just renewed his 2 yr contract with StarHub and bought an iphone 7 for dd yesterday

It is troublesome for us to change the telco
Our broadband (fiber with 1gb) is with StarHub
Dh’s current plan allows dd and I to tap on his data usage but without caller ID which pissed me off
If we don’t renew the contract to opt for no contract, the monthly subscription seems halved but dd and I will have to get new lines
So to save hassle, we continued with StarHub
All in ie broadband and 3 mobile phone lines at a total of 3gb, the monthly bill is $100+.
All the 3 of us rarely exceed 3gb per month

[BigDevil]

In your case, it makes sense to continue status quo

instead of paying for 3 separate subscriptions.

SIM-only plan is only good for small potato like myself
who is paying full published rate. Those enjoying special
discounts off the monthly subscription will probably not
see enough savings to make them want to switch.

[starlight1968sg]

BigDevil

We are faithful customers but not rewarded
Initial, the 2 additional lines were offered free with free caller ID. During the next renewal, the 2 lines became chargeable but still with fre caller ID. Then subsequent renewal, no more free caller ID. We are at the mercy of the telco

[BigDevil]

I feel for you.

I’ve been with Singtel for nearly 15 years and never got
any special treatment.

Think must jump ship once in a while since there is number portablity.
Sometimes the telco gives good deal to entice you to jump ship.

[starlight1968sg]

Colleagues told me if we jump ship, telco offers vouchers or other freebies. Yesterday I specifically asked and the staff told me point blank nothing.

I think caller ID is essential but $5+ per month per line to have it is a bit tough for me to swallow

[starlight1968sg]

For others, are your broadband at home and mobile phone from the same telco?

[janet88]

sky minecrafter:

Hi, Was in a similar dilemma. Chose SIM only eventually. Neither wanna be restricted by the mobile phone choices which the Telco offers, nor the Telco package.

i chose sim-only plan as i didn't want to be tied down to the telco. telco package now is too ex.
the mobile phone may look cheaper with a plan but the monthly amount to pay doesn't make sense compared to paying for a mobile phone without any plan. this way, i don't have to wait 24 months if i intend to buy a new mobile.