Netherlands provider comparison 2026

Budget MVNO on Vodafone's 5G network. Current campaign: every SIM-only bundle, from 5GB up to 40GB, costs €1/mo for the first 6 months on a 2-year contract. That is the lowest sim-only intro price in the Netherlands. Standard rates apply from month 7 (5GB €7/mo up to 40GB €12/mo), so the 40GB tier works out at €222 over the full 24 months. Unlimited calling and SMS is a €2/mo add-on. Data, minutes and SMS share one pool. Dutch-only interface.

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.

Lowest prices on the Odido network. Dutch-only interface. Best for Dutch-speaking expats who want to minimise costs. Current sale: all bundles €2.50/mo for the first 12 months on a 2-year contract.

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. 6 months 50% off on data and calling bundles. After the promo period, standard prices apply.

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

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), €10/mo (30GB) and €9/mo (10GB). The 30GB tier gives the lowest 24-month total in our comparison at about €159.

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 (Unlimited Start and Max each -€2,50, plus Ziggo discount). Standard Vodafone pricing without Ziggo.

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