The best Singtel SIM-only plans in Singapore
StarHub is one of the mobile network operators in Singapore, alongside Singtel, M1 and Simba (formerly TPG Telecom). Users after SIM-only, prepaid and plans with mobile phones can find them all at StarHub.
Before we break down the best StarHub mobile plans (and compare them to Singtel), here’s a look at some of their more popular picks. Note that any plan marked with green ‘Deal’ text indicates a StarHub mobile plan promotion.
All StarHub mobile plans come with free incoming calls and inbound SMS. They also include opt-in international roaming, plus unlimited data on weekends. Note that most StarHub plans have a 12-month or 24-month contract. Certain StarHub plans are offered on the StarHub 4G network while others are on the StarHub 5G network.
Best StarHub SIM-only plan overall
The StarHub 5G $38 Mobile+ SIM Only plan is a great all-rounder mobile plan. It typically costs $38 every 30 days for 60GB of StarHub 5G network data and has a 12-month contract. At the time of writing, the price was $28 per month for two years with 40GB bonus data and unlimited talk-time. This StarHub mobile plan also usually comes with 1,000 minutes of outgoing calls and 1,000 outbound SMSes.
For comparison, the cheapest Singtel 5G plan costs $40 every 28 days and comes with 150GB of data. It also includes 5,000 outgoing call minutes and 500 outbound SMSes. That’s more data and more call minutes for a pricier plan. This Singtel plan also comes with data rollover, 2,000 International Direct Dial (IDD) minutes to selected countries, as well as Viu Premium and Banglaflix. There’s better overall value for this Singtel plan if you don’t mind the extra cost.
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Best cheap StarHub SIM-only plan
If you want the cheapest StarHub SIM-only option, look at the StarHub 4G $25 SIM Only plan. It’s a no-contract plan that typically costs $25 every 30 days for 60GB of data. At the time of review, StarHub was offering a $20 monthly fee for the first year and 20GB of bonus data for three months, plus unlimited talk-time for 12 months. This StarHub mobile plan usually comes with 1,000 minutes of outgoing local calls and 1,000 local outbound SMSes.
Singtel’s closest competing plan costs $30 every 30 days with a $10.70 upfront fee and it’s on a 12-month contract. It comes with 60GB of data, 1,000 minutes of outgoing call minutes and 500 outbound SMSes. This Singtel mobile plan also includes a year of included caller ID, plus Singtel Mobile Internet Filter. In comparison, the StarHub plan has better dollar-to-data value.
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Best big-data StarHub SIM-only plan
The StarHub 5G $45 Mobile+ SIM Only plan has a good mix of price and data. It typically costs $45 a month for 80GB of data on a 12-month contract. At the time of review, StarHub was offering a $35 monthly fee and 60GB of bonus data for two years, plus 12 months of unlimited talk-time and Disney+ for a year. This StarHub mobile plan also comes with 1,000 minutes of outgoing calls and 1,000 outbound SMSes.
The closest postpaid plan from Singtel typically costs $55 every 30 days (with a $10.70 upfront fee) and comes with 90GB of base data. At the time of writing, the price was reduced to $45 per 30 days with 30GB bonus data for the first six months. This Singtel plan also comes with 1,500 minutes of outgoing calls and 1,500 outbound SMSes. Additionally, it includes a $100 phone voucher, caller ID for 12 months and a Singtel Mobile Internet Filter. Again, the competing StarHub plan offers better dollar-to-data value, but the Singtel plan has potentially better perks for some users.
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Best StarHub mobile phone plan
The StarHub 5G Mobile+ $99 2-year Plan has a 24-month contract but lets you pair the plan with a mobile phone. For the plan, it typically costs $99 a month for 80GB of StarHub 5G network data. At the time of writing, the price was reduced to a $95 monthly fee for 24 months, plus there was 50GB of bonus data. This StarHub mobile plan also comes with 600 minutes of outgoing calls and 600 outbound SMSes. For extras, it has included caller ID and incoming calls, 12 months of StarHub TV+ and Disney+, as well as three months of Hotstar.
The closest comparable Singtel mobile plan has a $48.15 upfront fee and typically costs $118 a month for 80GB of Singtel 5G data. It comes with 800 minutes of outgoing calls and 800 outbound SMSes, plus three months of Bookful, MelodyVR and RiotGO. The StarHub plan has better dollar-to-data value and arguably better perks, but the Singtel plan has more call minutes and SMSes.
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Best StarHub big-data mobile phone plan
The StarHub 5G Mobile+ $129 2-year Plan pairs a mobile phone with plenty of StarHub 5G network data. It normally costs $129 a month ($125/mth for 24 months) and comes with 90GB of data (50GB bonus data for 24 months). This StarHub mobile plan also comes with 800 minutes of outgoing calls and 800 outbound SMSes. Other features include caller ID and incoming calls, 12 months of StarHub TV+ and Disney+, as well as three months of Hotstar.
For comparison, the closest Singtel 24-month contract plan has a $48.15 upfront fee and typically costs $168 a month. It comes with 120GB of Singtel 5G network data, 1,200 minutes of outgoing calls and 1,200 outbound SMSes. Features include a $200 plan voucher every 21 months, plus three months of Bookful, MelodyVR and RiotGO. Once again, StarHub has better ongoing dollar-to-data value with arguably better perks, while Singtel has more minutes and SMSes.
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StarHub seniors, prepaid and CIS plans
StarHub also has other plans apart from SIM-only postpaid options. For older adults, there are a few exclusive StarHub seniors plans:- StarHub 4G $8 SIM Only: $8 per month, no contract, 10GB, caller ID, 350 outgoing minutes.
- StarHub Mobile+ $69 2-year plan: $50 per month (24 months), 24-month contract, 50GB base data, 30GB bonus data (24 months), 5G access, caller ID, unlimited talk-time.
- StarHub Mobile+ $99 2-year plan: $75 per month (24 months), 24-month contract, 60GB base data, 50GB bonus data (24 months) 5G access, caller ID, unlimited talk-time, Disney+ subscription.
Finally, StarHub also offers Corporate Individual Scheme (CIS) mobile plans, all of which are based on 12-month and 24-month plans covered above. Discounts apply for up to four mobile plans under the same CIS account.
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StarHub SIM-only FAQs
Does StarHub have unlimited data?
No, StarHub SIM-only mobile plans have fixed monthly data limits. Users can purchase 10GB for $10 and 50GB for $20.
Is Giga under StarHub?
Yes, StarHub owns sub-brand Giga, which sells separate SIM-only mobile plans.
Is StarHub cheaper than Singtel?
Generally, yes, comparable plans are cheaper from StarHub than from Singtel.