Netherlands provider comparison 2026

Lowest prices on the Odido network. Dutch-only interface. Best for Dutch-speaking expats who want to minimise costs. Current sale: all bundles €1/mo for the first 12 months on a 2-year contract.

Runs on KPN's premium 5G network. English support and international minutes included. SIM-only tiers run from €2/mo (1GB) to €12.50/mo (40GB) on a 24-month plan, and the prepaid bundles need no BSN, which makes Lycamobile the standard pre-arrival pick.

The budget house brand for mobile (sister of Budget Energie and Budget Thuis internet) on the KPN 5G network. 50% off all bundles for the first 8 months, unlimited data from €10/mo during the promo. 2-year contract at base price, 1-year +€1/mo, monthly cancellable +€4/mo. Dutch-language only.

Budget Odido MVNO with no BSN requirement, now with eSIM support. 12 months 50% off on data and calling bundles on a 24-month contract, then standard prices for the remaining year. Ben raised its standard prices in 2026, so the entry bundle is €8/mo after the promo rather than the €5 it used to be.

Digital eSIM active in minutes before you land. No BSN, no Dutch bank account, no contract. For the first days/weeks after arrival.

Budget MVNO on Vodafone's 5G network. Current campaign, running 8 September to 5 October 2026: €4,50/mo for the first 12 months on a 2-year contract, then €9/mo on the 20GB bundle, which works out at €162 over the full 24 months. The connection fee (normally €20) is waived. That is no longer the cheapest intro price, since Simpel and Youfone both run €1/mo promos, but the promo lasts twice as long as the €1 run it replaced. Unlimited calling and SMS is a €2/mo add-on. Data, minutes and SMS share one pool. Dutch-only interface.

KPN network quality at budget prices. eSIM supported and good EU roaming. Magic Sim Only Deal: 40GB and 30GB at €1/mo and 10GB at €2/mo for the first 9 months on a 2-year contract, then €13/mo (40GB), €11,50/mo (30GB) and €9/mo (10GB). The 30GB tier gives the lowest 24-month total in our comparison at about €181,50.

Budget KPN MVNO. Voted best prepaid 33x. eSIM supported. Meteen Doen Deals now include a 40GB tier alongside 20/30GB, all €6.50/mo total (data + calling) for the first 12 months on a 24-month contract, or 6 months on a 12-month contract.

Largest mobile base in the Netherlands. 118 physical stores, English app, competitive pricing, and strong 5G rollout. From €14/mo (2GB), unlimited SIM-only from €22.50/mo.

International brand with own Dutch network. Physical store presence in cities. From €15/mo. Vodafone ONE combo with Ziggo unlocks up to €20/mo total household discount (up to €10 per service, plus €2,50 off Unlimited Plus, which brings it to €22,50/mo on a 2-year contract). Standard Vodafone pricing without Ziggo.

Netherlands' #1 network operator. Owns the infrastructure. Best rural and 5G coverage. Premium pricing but unmatched reliability.