1. Device total
Multiply device instalments by term length and add any upfront payment.
Phone deal guide
A new phone deserves a clearer comparison.
Handset contracts can be convenient, but what you pay across the full agreement matters more than the teaser price.
ONE AGREEMENT OR TWO
Pay monthly phones
Review monthly airtime and any separate device repayments.
POTENTIAL FLEXIBILITY
Phone + SIM separately
Compare buying the device outright with adding your own SIM.
GOOD TO CHECK
Refurbished devices
Compare the warranty, battery condition and returns policy.
Explore handset ranges from UK providers
These are links to official providers' current phone catalogues; we do not claim to quote a specific handset deal or maintain handset stock.
Before ordering
A five-point handset checklist
2. Airtime total
Include monthly service fees and scheduled rises across the agreement.
3. Warranty & condition
Check warranty terms, returns and whether the phone is new or refurbished.
4. Coverage
Verify mobile reception for the chosen network at your postcode.
5. Leaving early
Understand cancellation fees and outstanding handset payments.
A clearer way to choose
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