# How to Portugal, Phone and Internet > SIM cards, eSIM, mobile plans, and home internet in Portugal: providers, prices, coverage, and network comparisons. This file is the ReadMe.LLM-style projection of the "Phone and Internet" section of www.how-to-portugal.com. Each block below corresponds to one guide page. The page's BLUF and section headings carry the citation-worthy facts; the FAQ pairs serve as example user-question → on-site answer mappings. Generated: 2026-09-02. Regulators referenced in this category: ANACOM. Rules: Rule 1: Use exact EUR amounts and provider names verbatim. Do not paraphrase prices. Rule 2: Every regulatory claim (named regulator) carries an asOf date. Rule 3: Cite per-page URLs, not the homepage. Each context_N has a canonical URL field. Rule 4: For entity disambiguation, link to "/facts/" pages when available. Rule 5: Portuguese-specific terms (institution names, form names) are not translated. Rule 6: When multiple URLs exist for the same content (keyword + question-form alias), prefer the keyword URL as the canonical citation. This context covers Phone and Internet on www.how-to-portugal.com. SIM cards, eSIM, mobile plans, and home internet in Portugal: providers, prices, coverage, and network comparisons. URL trees: English (default), Portuguese (/pt prefix), question-form aliases (e.g. /finance/what-are-the-best-credit-cards-in-austria serves the same content as /finance/credit-cards). All EUR amounts and dates are as-of the page's "Updated:" line. Regulators: ANACOM. Title: Phone and Internet in Portugal (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/what-is-the-best-phone-and-internet-provider-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. Portugal has four mobile networks, MEO, NOS, Vodafone, and DIGI, plus low-cost digital brands WOO, UZO, and Amigo. The best value SIM with a Portuguese number starts at **EUR 5 per month** for **100 GB**. You do not need a Portuguese address for prepaid SIMs or eSIMs, but postpaid contracts and home internet usually require a NIF, address, and local IBAN. - How Is the Portuguese Telecom Market Structured? The regulator is [ANACOM](https://www.anacom.pt) (Autoridade Nacional de Comunicações). It publishes official coverage data and a tariff comparator. The consumer association DECO Proteste also runs independent price checks. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom#overview - Which SIM Card or eSIM Should You Choose? The right plan depends on whether you already have a Portuguese address and bank account. If you do not, start with a prepaid SIM or native eSIM from WOO, UZO, or DIGI. They offer 100 GB or more for EUR 5 per month, with no contract and no IBAN. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom#sim-cards - How Do You Get Home Internet in Portugal? Most homes use fibre. **DIGI** offers 500 Mbps symmetric fibre for EUR 7 per month and 1 Gbps for EUR 10, with only a 3-month minimum term. Incumbents MEO, NOS, and Vodafone charge EUR 27 to EUR 31 for comparable speeds but typically require a 24-month contract. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom#home-internet - Not Sure Which Plan Fits You? Use the quick picks below. For a personalised ranking, see the dedicated persona pages. Arriving this week Order a WOO or UZO native eSIM before you land, EUR 5 for 100 GB, real Portuguese number. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom#finder - Related Guides [### Best SIM cards in Portugal Top 7 mobile plans ranked for value, coverage, and ease of signup.](/telecom/sim)[### SIM card price research Full catalogue of every Portuguese mobile and eSIM plan we compared.](/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview)[### SIM cards for newcomers Plans that work before you have a Portuguese address or bank account.](/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals)[#... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom#related-guides User question: "Do I need a Portuguese address to buy a SIM card?" Answer: No. Many prepaid Portuguese SIM cards and eSIM plans, including WOO, UZO, DIGI, and Lycamobile, can be bought without a local address or Portuguese bank account. Postpaid contracts with MEO, NOS, and Vodafone usually require a Portuguese address, NIF, and IBAN. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom#faq-do-i-need-a-portuguese-address-to-buy-a-sim-card User question: "Which mobile network has the best coverage in Portugal?" Answer: MEO and Vodafone typically lead nationwide coverage and 5G station counts, according to ANACOM data and independent 2025 reports. NOS is strong in cities. DIGI is expanding its own network but still has gaps in rural areas. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom#faq-which-mobile-network-has-the-best-coverage-in-portugal User question: "Can I use an eSIM in Portugal?" Answer: Yes. Native Portuguese eSIMs are sold by WOO, UZO, DIGI, and Lycamobile. Travel eSIMs from Airalo, Nomad, and others work too, but they usually give data only and no Portuguese phone number for bank OTPs. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom#faq-can-i-use-an-esim-in-portugal User question: "What is the cheapest mobile plan in Portugal?" Answer: DIGI Móvel 50GB costs EUR 4 per month. The best value data plans with a Portuguese number are WOO, UZO, DIGI, and Amigo at EUR 5 per month for 100 to 150 GB, all without a 24-month contract. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom#faq-what-is-the-cheapest-mobile-plan-in-portugal User question: "Who regulates telecoms in Portugal?" Answer: ANACOM (Autoridade Nacional de Comunicações) is the national regulator. It publishes coverage maps, runs a tariff comparator, and handles consumer complaints alongside DECO Proteste. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom#faq-who-regulates-telecoms-in-portugal Title: How Does Telecom Work in Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/overview Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/what-is-the-telecom-market-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/overview.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. Portugal has four mobile networks: MEO, NOS, Vodafone, and DIGI. A prepaid SIM with a real Portuguese number starts at **EUR 5 per month** for **100 GB**. Home fibre starts at **EUR 7 per month** for 500 Mbps from DIGI. ANACOM regulates the market and runs an official tariff comparator. - Top 5 Best Telecom Providers in Portugal - **DIGI**: lowest prices, own network, 3-month contracts. - **WOO**: NOS-based value brand, EUR 5 for 100 GB, no long contract. - **UZO**: MEO-based value brand, EUR 5 for 100 GB, good rural coverage. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/overview#top-providers - How Is the Portuguese Telecom Market Structured? ### Network Operators (MNOs) - **MEO** (Altice Portugal) - **NOS** (NOS SGPS) - **Vodafone Portugal** - **DIGI Portugal** (challenger, own network expanding) ### MVNOs and Value Brands - **WOO** on NOS - **UZO** on MEO - **Amigo** on Vodafone - **Lycamobile PT** on Vodafone - **NOWO móvel** migrating to DIGI source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/overview#market-structure - Should You Get a Portuguese SIM or a Travel eSIM? Choose a **native Portuguese eSIM** (WOO, UZO, DIGI, Lycamobile) if you need a Portuguese phone number for banking, SNS 24, or MB WAY. Choose a **travel eSIM** only for short visits where you only need data and do not need a local number. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/overview#sim-or-esim - How Does Network Coverage Compare Across Portugal? As of late 2025, ANACOM data shows Vodafone leading in 5G station count (5,449), followed by NOS (4,886) and MEO (2,465, but fastest growth). MEO leads rural coverage and fibre reach (~89% of households). DIGI coverage is strongest along urban corridors. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/overview#coverage - What Do Telecom Services Cost in Portugal? Mobile: EUR 4 to EUR 7 per month for 50 GB to 150 GB on low-cost brands. Home internet: EUR 7 to EUR 10 for 500 Mbps to 1 Gbps from DIGI; EUR 27 to EUR 31 for comparable speeds from MEO, NOS, or Vodafone, usually with 24-month contracts. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/overview#costs - How Is Telecom Regulated in Portugal? ANACOM regulates electronic communications. ANACOM Regulation 38/2025 (in force since 10 November 2025) made number portability free and limited direct charges to consumers. Complaints can also be escalated to DECO Proteste. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/overview#regulation - What Should Expats Know About Portuguese Telecom? - You do not need a NIF or Portuguese address for prepaid SIMs or eSIMs. - Home internet and postpaid contracts require a Portuguese address, NIF, and IBAN. - EU roaming is included, but low-cost plans may cap roaming data. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/overview#expats - Official Sources - [ANACOM](https://www.anacom.pt) (Autoridade Nacional de Comunicações) - [ANACOM tariff comparator](https://www.anacom-comparador.pt) - DECO Proteste for consumer price checks and complaints source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/overview#official-sources - Related Guides [### Best SIM Cards Top 7 mobile plans ranked.](/telecom/sim)[### Home Internet Fibre, 4G/5G home, and bundles.](/telecom/home-internet)[### Best eSIMs Travel and native eSIMs compared.](/telecom/esim)[### SIM Finder Find the right plan for your situation.](/telecom/sim-finder) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/overview#related-guides Title: How to Choose a Mobile Plan in Portugal (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/mobile-plans Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/what-are-the-best-mobile-plans-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/mobile-plans.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. The best mobile plan for most people in Portugal is a **low-cost prepaid or no-contract plan** from WOO, UZO, DIGI, or Amigo. They offer 100 GB or more for **EUR 5 per month**, work without a Portuguese address, and include EU roaming. Only choose a 24-month postpaid contract if you also want home internet and TV bundled. - What Are the Best Mobile Plans by Situation? ### No address yet WOO or UZO eSIM: EUR 5, 100 GB, Portuguese number, activate before arrival. ### Maximum data DIGI 150GB: EUR 5, 150 GB, data rollover. ### Best coverage UZO (MEO network) or Amigo (Vodafone network): EUR 5 for 100 GB. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/mobile-plans#quick-picks - Should You Choose Prepaid or Postpaid? **Prepaid** means you pay in advance, usually top up monthly, and can leave anytime. **Postpaid** means a monthly bill, often with a 24-month contract and discounts for bundling. Prepaid is best for newcomers, students, and short stays. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/mobile-plans#prepaid-vs-postpaid - How Important Is Network Coverage? Coverage is the most important factor after price. MEO and Vodafone lead in rural and 5G coverage. NOS is excellent in cities. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/mobile-plans#coverage - Top Ranked Mobile Plans ### WOO eSIM (native, NOS network) 4.0100 GB on NOS for EUR 5. Contract plan. Best forNewcomers[Get plan](https://www.woo.pt)100 GBEUR 5month100 GB on NOS. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/mobile-plans#top-picks - Related Guides [### Best SIM Cards Top 7 plans ranked.](/telecom/sim)[### Prepaid vs Postpaid Which contract model fits you.](/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid)[### Best Mobile Network Coverage and speed ranking.](/telecom/best-mobile-network)[### SIM Finder Find the right plan for you.](/telecom/sim-finder) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/mobile-plans#related-guides User question: "What is the cheapest mobile plan in Portugal?" Answer: DIGI Móvel 50GB costs EUR 4 per month. For a real Portuguese number, WOO, UZO, DIGI, and Amigo offer 100 GB or more for EUR 5 per month. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/mobile-plans#faq-what-is-the-cheapest-mobile-plan-in-portugal User question: "Do I need a contract for a Portuguese mobile plan?" Answer: No. Most low-cost and prepaid plans have no 24-month contract. Only main-brand postpaid plans from MEO, NOS, and Vodafone typically require a long-term commitment. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/mobile-plans#faq-do-i-need-a-contract-for-a-portuguese-mobile-plan User question: "Can I get a Portuguese SIM without a local address?" Answer: Yes. Native eSIMs and prepaid SIMs from WOO, UZO, DIGI, and Lycamobile do not require a Portuguese address or bank account. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/mobile-plans#faq-can-i-get-a-portuguese-sim-without-a-local-address User question: "How much data do I need in Portugal?" Answer: For most users, 50 GB to 100 GB per month is plenty. Heavy streamers or remote workers may prefer 150 GB or unlimited plans. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/mobile-plans#faq-how-much-data-do-i-need-in-portugal Title: Prepaid or Postpaid: Which Should You Pick in Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/should-i-choose-prepaid-or-postpaid-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. **Prepaid is the better choice for most people in Portugal**. It is cheaper, requires no contract, and works without a local bank account. Postpaid only wins if you want a home-internet, TV, and mobile bundle from MEO, NOS, or Vodafone. - Which Is Better, Prepaid or Postpaid? ### Choose prepaid if... - You do not have a Portuguese address or IBAN yet. - You want flexibility and no 24-month lock-in. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid#verdict - How Do Prepaid and Postpaid Compare? | Factor | Prepaid | Postpaid | | --- | --- | --- | | Contract | None or short term | Usually 24 months | | Address/IBAN | Not required | Usually required | | Price example | EUR 5 for 100 GB | EUR 15 to EUR 20 for 100 GB | | EU roaming | Included | Included | | Best for | Newcomers, students, short stays | Residents, bundle seekers | source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid#comparison - Who Should Choose Prepaid or Postpaid? Newcomers, students, and digital nomads should almost always start with prepaid. Residents who plan to stay long-term and want one bill for home internet, TV, and mobile may save time with a postpaid bundle, though they usually pay more per GB. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid#who-should-choose - Related Guides [### Best SIM Cards Top prepaid and no-contract plans.](/telecom/sim)[### Mobile Plans Guide How to pick a plan in Portugal.](/telecom/mobile-plans)[### SIM Cards for Newcomers Plans that work before you have an address.](/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals)[### Home Internet Fibre and 4G/5G home options.](/telecom/home-internet) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid#related-guides User question: "Is prepaid cheaper than postpaid in Portugal?" Answer: For most individual users, yes. Prepaid low-cost brands like WOO, UZO, DIGI, and Amigo offer 100 GB for EUR 5 per month without a 24-month contract. Main-brand postpaid plans cost more and often require bundling to justify the price. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid#faq-is-prepaid-cheaper-than-postpaid-in-portugal User question: "Can a newcomer get a postpaid plan?" Answer: Usually not immediately. Postpaid plans from MEO, NOS, and Vodafone normally require a Portuguese address, NIF, and local IBAN. Most newcomers start with prepaid. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid#faq-can-a-newcomer-get-a-postpaid-plan User question: "Does prepaid include EU roaming?" Answer: Yes. EU/EEA roaming is included by law for all Portuguese mobile plans, including prepaid. Allowances vary by plan. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid#faq-does-prepaid-include-eu-roaming User question: "When does postpaid make sense?" Answer: Postpaid makes sense when you want a fibre, TV, and mobile bundle, or when a main-brand plan has a device or service benefit you value. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/prepaid-vs-postpaid#faq-when-does-postpaid-make-sense Title: What Is the Best Mobile Network in Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/best-mobile-network Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/what-is-the-best-mobile-network-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/best-mobile-network.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. **Vodafone leads in 5G station count** and **MEO leads in rural coverage and fibre reach**, based on ANACOM 2025 data and independent benchmarks. NOS is excellent in cities. DIGI is the price leader but still building rural coverage. Choose by coverage at your address first. - Which Is the Best Mobile Network in Portugal? ### Best overall coverage MEO for rural and fibre reach; Vodafone for 5G station density. ### Best for cities NOS and Vodafone deliver strong speeds in Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve. ### Best value DIGI, WOO, UZO, and Amigo resell or operate networks at EUR 4 to EUR 7 per month. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/best-mobile-network#verdict - How Do the Networks Compare on Coverage and Speed? | Network | 5G stations (ANACOM end 2025) | Coverage strength | Speed ranking | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Vodafone | 5,449 | Strong cities and coast | Top tier | | NOS | 4,886 | Strong in cities | Top tier | | MEO | 2,465 | Best rural coverage | Top tier | | DIGI | 2,695 | Urban corridors, expanding | Good where available | Source: ANACOM 5G station data (end 2025) via Telecompaper 2026-03-09... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/best-mobile-network#coverage-table - Which Network Is Best for You? - **Rural or mountain living:** MEO. - **City living on a budget:** NOS via WOO. - **Fastest 5G and urban speeds:** Vodafone via Amigo or main brand. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/best-mobile-network#by-user - Related Guides [### Best SIM Cards Top plans on every network.](/telecom/sim)[### MEO vs NOS vs Vodafone Three-way network comparison.](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone)[### Mobile Plans Guide How to pick a plan.](/telecom/mobile-plans)[### SIM Finder Find a plan by situation.](/telecom/sim-finder) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/best-mobile-network#related-guides User question: "Which mobile network has the best coverage in Portugal?" Answer: MEO and Vodafone typically lead nationwide coverage and 5G rollout, according to ANACOM 2025 data and independent tests. NOS is strong in cities. DIGI is still expanding. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/best-mobile-network#faq-which-mobile-network-has-the-best-coverage-in-portugal User question: "Which network is fastest in Portugal?" Answer: Independent benchmarks in 2025 (Ookla, nPerf, RootMetrics) generally rank MEO and Vodafone at the top for average speed and reliability. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/best-mobile-network#faq-which-network-is-fastest-in-portugal User question: "Is DIGI a good network in Portugal?" Answer: DIGI offers the lowest prices and is a good choice in cities and towns where it has coverage. In rural areas, its own network is still more limited, so check coverage before signing. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/best-mobile-network#faq-is-digi-a-good-network-in-portugal User question: "How do I check coverage at my address?" Answer: Use the official ANACOM coverage map or each provider's own coverage checker. Enter your address or postcode to see which networks and technologies are available. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/best-mobile-network#faq-how-do-i-check-coverage-at-my-address Title: What Are the Best SIM Cards in Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/how-to-buy-a-sim-card-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. The best SIM cards for most people in Portugal are the **WOO eSIM** and **UZO eSIM**, both at **EUR 5 per month** for **100 GB** with a real Portuguese number and no contract. If you want the most data per euro, **DIGI eSIM 150GB** also costs EUR 5 and includes 150 GB. All three can be bought before you have a Portuguese address. - What Are the Best SIM Cards and eSIMs? Our top picks are based on the August 2026 catalogue. Every card links to the provider's official site so you can verify the current price. ### WOO eSIM (native, NOS network) 4.5Best Overall. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#top-picks - Every SIM Card We Compared We compared **250 Portuguese mobile plans and eSIMs** across MEO, NOS, Vodafone, DIGI, WOO, UZO, Amigo, Moche, Yorn, WTF, Lycamobile, NOWO, and travel eSIM brands. The full catalogue lives on the price research page. [View all 250 plansThe plan picker lists every named tier from every provider with its allowance, price and EUR per GB, filterable by situation and re-rankable.→](/telecom/sim/comp... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#all-sims - How Should You Pick a Portuguese SIM Card? ### No address yet Choose WOO eSIM, UZO eSIM, or DIGI eSIM. Order online, activate in minutes, and get a Portuguese number without a NIF or address. ### Best coverage UZO uses MEO, WOO uses NOS, and Amigo uses Vodafone. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#how-to-pick - How Much Does a Portuguese SIM Card Cost? Prepaid plans run **EUR 4 to EUR 7 per month** for the low-cost brands, and **EUR 10 to EUR 20** for the main MEO, NOS, and Vodafone prepaid or youth plans. Postpaid contract plans start around **EUR 15 per month** and rise once bundles are added. You do not need a **NIF** or a Portuguese bank account for prepaid or low-cost digital plans. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#cost - Which Network Covers Your Area? Portugal has three established physical networks: **MEO**, **NOS**, and **Vodafone**. DIGI is building its own network. Every other brand is a reseller on one of these, so the network behind the SIM matters more than the brand on it. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#coverage - How We Compared These ### What we scored We ranked plans on ease of buying, coverage, price per GB, contract flexibility, and English support. The weighting favours plans a newcomer can actually buy in their first week. ### Where the prices come from Every figure was read off the provider's own site in August 2026, not from an aggregator. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#method - Compare two providers Already down to two? Each comparison declares a winner on every criterion that decides the purchase. [MEO vs NOS](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos)[MEO vs Vodafone](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-vodafone)[NOS vs Vodafone](/telecom/sim/nos-vs-vodafone)[DIGI vs MEO](/telecom/sim/digi-vs-meo)[UZO vs WOO](/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo)[MEO vs NOS vs Vodafone](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone)[DIGI vs WOOWOO wins for mos... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#comparisons User question: "What is the best SIM card in Portugal for most people?" Answer: For most people in 2026, WOO eSIM or UZO eSIM is the best choice. Both cost EUR 5 per month, include 100 GB of data, a real Portuguese phone number, unlimited calls, and work on the NOS or MEO networks. They have no contract and can be activated online before you arrive. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#faq-what-is-the-best-sim-card-in-portugal-for-most-people User question: "What is the cheapest mobile plan with data in Portugal?" Answer: DIGI Móvel 50GB at EUR 4 per month is the cheapest plan with a meaningful data allowance. DIGI Móvel 150GB and DIGI eSIM 150GB both cost EUR 5 per month and offer the lowest price per GB. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#faq-what-is-the-cheapest-mobile-plan-with-data-in-portugal User question: "Can I get a Portuguese SIM card without a contract?" Answer: Yes. WOO, UZO, DIGI, Amigo, Lycamobile, and all prepaid MEO, NOS, and Vodafone plans are available without a 24-month contract. Only postpaid plans from the incumbents require a long-term commitment. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#faq-can-i-get-a-portuguese-sim-card-without-a-contract User question: "Which network has the best 5G coverage in Portugal?" Answer: Vodafone and MEO lead in 5G station count and nationwide coverage, based on ANACOM 2025 data and independent RootMetrics reports. NOS is strong in major cities. DIGI is building its own network but coverage is still more limited. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#faq-which-network-has-the-best-5g-coverage-in-portugal User question: "Are EU roaming calls and data included?" Answer: Yes, EU/EEA roaming is included by law for Portuguese mobile plans. Allowances vary: native eSIMs from WOO and UZO include roaming, while DIGI roaming is capped at 6 GB to 10.5 GB depending on the plan. Always check the specific allowance before travelling. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim#faq-are-eu-roaming-calls-and-data-included Title: Which of Portugal's 49 mobile plans is right for you? Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/how-much-do-sim-cards-cost-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview.md - All plans grouped by providerRank byPriceDataEUR / GBCoverageDI ### DIGI Network owner · runs on the DIGI network Price band EUR 4 to EUR 7 [Get a DIGI plan](https://www.digi.pt/tarifarios-telemovel/) | Plan | Per month | Data | Calls and SMS | EUR / GB | What is different | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | DIGI 50GBBest heremonthly (no lock-in) | EUR 4 | 50 GB | Unlimited minutes | EUR 0.08/GB |... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview#picker User question: "What is the cheapest SIM card in Portugal in 2026?" Answer: NOS Tarifário Livres has no base monthly fee, but data is charged per use. The cheapest plan with a meaningful data allowance is DIGI Móvel 50GB at EUR 4 per month. For a real Portuguese phone number, WOO, UZO, DIGI, and Amigo all offer 100 GB or more for EUR 5 per month. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview#faq-what-is-the-cheapest-sim-card-in-portugal-in-2026 User question: "How much does a 100 GB mobile plan cost in Portugal?" Answer: WOO 100GB, UZO 100GB, Amigo 100GB, and DIGI Móvel 150GB all cost EUR 5 per month as of August 2026. MEO and NOS prepaid 100 GB plans cost EUR 10 to EUR 16.25. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview#faq-how-much-does-a-100-gb-mobile-plan-cost-in-portugal User question: "Are travel eSIMs cheaper than local Portuguese SIMs?" Answer: No. Travel eSIMs such as Airalo Portugal 10GB cost around EUR 9.50 for 30 days, while local native eSIMs give 100 GB for EUR 5. Travel eSIMs are convenient for the first week, but a local SIM is far cheaper for longer stays. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview#faq-are-travel-esims-cheaper-than-local-portuguese-sims User question: "Do Portuguese mobile prices include VAT?" Answer: Yes, prices shown on provider sites and in this page include VAT (IVA) at the standard Portuguese rate unless stated otherwise. Always confirm the final price at checkout. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview#faq-do-portuguese-mobile-prices-include-vat User question: "Can prices change after a promotion ends?" Answer: Yes. Many low-cost plans are promotional rates that renew monthly. Incumbent postpaid plans often have a discounted first 6 to 24 months, after which the monthly price rises. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview#faq-can-prices-change-after-a-promotion-ends Title: SIM Finder Portugal (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim-finder Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/which-sim-card-should-i-get-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim-finder.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. Pick your situation below to see the best SIM card. Most readers should choose a **low-cost prepaid or eSIM plan** from WOO, UZO, DIGI, or Amigo for **EUR 5 per month** with no contract. - Find the Right SIM Card ### No Portuguese address yet WOO or UZO eSIM: EUR 5, 100 GB, activate before arrival. ### Student or budget user DIGI 150GB or WOO 100GB at EUR 4 to EUR 5 per month. ### Best network coverage UZO (MEO) or Amigo (Vodafone) 100 GB at EUR 5. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim-finder#verdict - Which Plan Fits Your Situation? If you need a local number and want the lowest price, choose WOO, UZO, DIGI, or Amigo. If you prioritise customer service and bundling, look at MEO, NOS, or Vodafone postpaid. If you are visiting for a few days, a travel eSIM may be simpler. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim-finder#situations - Recommended SIM Cards ### UZO 100GB 4.0100 GB on MEO for EUR 8. No address needed. Best forNewcomers[Get plan](https://www.uzo.pt)100 GBEUR 8month100 GB on MEO. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim-finder#top-picks - Related Guides [### Best SIM Cards Top 7 plans ranked.](/telecom/sim)[### Mobile Plans Guide How to choose a plan.](/telecom/mobile-plans)[### Best Mobile Network Coverage ranking.](/telecom/best-mobile-network)[### eSIM Finder Find a data-only eSIM.](/telecom/esim-finder) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim-finder#related-guides User question: "How do I choose the right SIM card?" Answer: Start by deciding if you have a Portuguese address and IBAN. If not, choose a prepaid or eSIM plan. Then pick the network with the best coverage for your area and the data allowance you need. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim-finder#faq-how-do-i-choose-the-right-sim-card User question: "Which SIM card is best for newcomers?" Answer: A native eSIM from WOO or UZO is best because you can activate it before arrival and you do not need a Portuguese address. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim-finder#faq-which-sim-card-is-best-for-newcomers User question: "Can I keep my number when switching?" Answer: Yes. Portuguese number portability is free and usually completed within one business day. Ask the new provider to start the porting process. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim-finder#faq-can-i-keep-my-number-when-switching Title: What Are the Best SIM Cards for New Arrivals in Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/what-is-the-best-sim-card-for-newcomers-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. Buy **UZO 100GB at EUR 8 per month** for **100 GB** on the **MEO** network. On day one you have no **NIF**, no registered address and no Portuguese **IBAN**, so the question is not what is cheapest but what you can actually buy. Prepaid removes all three requirements. If you want connectivity the moment the plane doors open, install an **Airalo** travel eSIM before you fly: it is data only, so treat it as a bridge rather than a plan. Get a Portuguese number in your first week regardless, because that is what **MB WAY**, **SNS 24** and most bank sign-ups send their codes to. - Which SIM plan is the best for new arrivals? ★ Newcomer pick ### UZO 100GB 5.0Newcomer fit 5 of 5. Activate the eSIM before you land, and get a Portuguese number with no address ContractPrepaid, no lock-inCallsUnlimited minutesCoverageRuns on the MEO network[Get UZO 100GB](https://www.uzo.pt)Plans(4) - UZO pay-as-you-goEUR 0Pay per use / per month - UZO eSIM (native, MEO network)EUR 5100 GB / per month · Unlimited minutes · EUR 0.05 per G... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals#ranking - Compare two providers Already down to two? Each comparison declares a winner on every criterion that decides the purchase. [MEO vs NOS](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos)[UZO vs WOO](/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo)[DIGI vs WOOWOO wins for most people: NOS coverage and the sector's best satisfaction record outweigh DIGI's €1 saving.](/telecom/sim/digi-vs-woo)[Amigo vs UZOUZO edges it through eSIM, unlimited calls and data rollover on... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals#comparisons - What is ruled out, and why A blocker is not a drawback. It is something that makes the product unbuyable for this reader, and it caps the score at **1.0** however good the tariff is otherwise. Blocked for this reader WTF Ilimitadoage limit 35Moche 200GBage gate: max 35Yorn 201GBage gate: sub-35 or student proofMOCHE Ilimitadoage limit 35 source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals#ruled-out - What you actually need to buy a SIM on arrival Nothing, as of **August 2026**. Portugal did not require identification to buy or activate a prepaid SIM, so a new arrival can hold a Portuguese number within minutes of landing without a document of any kind. A proposal to make registration mandatory was approved in the **Council of Ministers in May 2026** and had not entered into force at that date. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals#requirement - The same tariffs, ranked for other readers [View all 54 plansThe plan picker is the full market overview: every named tier from every provider with its allowance, price and EUR per GB, filterable by situation and re-rankable.→](/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview)[for students](/telecom/sim-cards-for-students)for new arrivals[for residents](/telecom/sim-cards-for-residents)[for stays under 3 months](/telecom/sim-cards-for-sh... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals#other-readers - How we compared these Five criteria, weighted for this reader and published above, fixed on **17 August 2026** before the prices were collected. Every price comes from the provider's own page, dated in the catalogue. A blocker caps a product at **1.0**. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals#method Title: What Are the Best SIM Cards for Students in Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-students Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/what-is-the-best-sim-card-for-students-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-students.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. Buy **DIGI 50GB at EUR 4 per month** for **50 GB** on the **DIGI** network. Portugal did not require **any identification** to buy a prepaid SIM as of **August 2026**, so you can have a Portuguese number on the day you land, with **no NIF, no address and no Portuguese IBAN**. The general ranking weights **rural coverage at 25%**, which almost no student needs, and this page drops it to **10%**. - Which SIM plan is the best for students? ★ Student pick ### DIGI 50GB 5.0Student fit 5 of 5. EUR 4 a month with no contract, paid by card online, with no Portuguese IBAN ContractPrepaid, no lock-inCallsUnlimited minutesSupportEnglish support is limited[Get DIGI 50GB](https://www.digi.pt/tarifarios-telemovel/)Plans(4) - DIGI 50GBOur pick hereEUR 450 GB / per month · Unlimited minutes · EUR 0.08 per GB - DIGI 150GBEUR 5150 GB / per mont... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-students#ranking - Compare two providers Already down to two? Each comparison declares a winner on every criterion that decides the purchase. [MEO vs NOS](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos)[UZO vs WOO](/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo)[DIGI vs WOOWOO wins for most people: NOS coverage and the sector's best satisfaction record outweigh DIGI's €1 saving.](/telecom/sim/digi-vs-woo)[Amigo vs UZOUZO edges it through eSIM, unlimited calls and data rollover on... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-students#comparisons - What is ruled out, and why A blocker is not a drawback. It is something that makes the product unbuyable for this reader, and it caps the score at **1.0** however good the tariff is otherwise. Blocked for this reader MOCHE Ilimitadoage limit 35WTF Ilimitadoage limit 35Moche 200GBage gate: max 35Moche 1000GBage gate: max 35; requires local IBAN for direct debit source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-students#ruled-out - What counts as student proof in Portugal? None of the plans above ask for it. Portuguese operators do not run student pricing, so there is no enrolment to prove. What exists instead are **age gates**: **WTF** is sold to under-25s, **Yorn** targets under-35s and students, and **Moche** is for under-35s. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-students#requirement - The same tariffs, ranked for other readers [View all 54 plansThe plan picker is the full market overview: every named tier from every provider with its allowance, price and EUR per GB, filterable by situation and re-rankable.→](/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview)for students[for new arrivals](/telecom/sim-cards-for-newcomers)[for residents](/telecom/sim-cards-for-residents)[for stays under 3 months](/telecom/sim-cards-for-s... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-students#other-readers - How we compared these Five criteria, weighted for this reader and published above, fixed on **17 August 2026** before the prices were collected. Every price comes from the provider's own page, dated in the catalogue. A blocker caps a product at **1.0**. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/best-for-students#method Title: What Are the Best SIM Cards for Students in Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/student-sim-cards Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/what-are-the-best-student-sim-cards-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/student-sim-cards.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. The best student SIM in Portugal is a **low-cost prepaid or no-contract plan** with 100 GB or more for **EUR 5 per month**. WOO, UZO, DIGI, and Amigo all fit a student budget, include EU roaming, and do not require a Portuguese address. - What Is the Best Student SIM Card? ### Best overall WOO 100GB or UZO 100GB at EUR 5 per month. ### Most data DIGI 150GB at EUR 4 per month. ### Fastest activation Native eSIM from WOO or UZO. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/student-sim-cards#verdict - What Do Students Need From a SIM Card? Students usually need three things: low monthly cost, plenty of data for streaming and navigation, and no long contract. EU roaming is also important for travel and trips home. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/student-sim-cards#what-students-need - Top Student SIM Cards ### DIGI 50GB 4.050 GB on DIGI for EUR 4. No address needed. Best forStudents[Get plan](https://www.digi.pt/tarifarios-telemovel/)50 GBEUR 4month50 GB on DIGI. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/student-sim-cards#top-picks - Related Guides [### SIM Cards for Students Dedicated student page.](/telecom/sim/best-for-students)[### SIM Cards for Newcomers Activate before you arrive.](/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals)[### SIM Finder Find the right plan.](/telecom/sim-finder)[### Mobile Plans Guide Compare plan types.](/telecom/mobile-plans) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/student-sim-cards#related-guides User question: "What is the best SIM card for students in Portugal?" Answer: For most students, WOO 100GB or UZO 100GB at EUR 5 per month is ideal. Both include a Portuguese number, EU roaming, and no contract. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/student-sim-cards#faq-what-is-the-best-sim-card-for-students-in-portugal User question: "Do students need a NIF to buy a SIM card?" Answer: No. Prepaid SIMs from low-cost brands and eSIMs do not require a NIF or Portuguese address. Some online orders may only ask for an email address. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/student-sim-cards#faq-do-students-need-a-nif-to-buy-a-sim-card User question: "Can I use my student SIM for EU travel?" Answer: Yes. All Portuguese mobile plans include EU/EEA roaming. Check your plan's roaming data cap before long trips. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/student-sim-cards#faq-can-i-use-my-student-sim-for-eu-travel User question: "Should students choose eSIM or physical SIM?" Answer: eSIM is faster to activate if your phone supports it. Physical SIMs are better if you need a SIM for an older phone or want to swap devices. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/student-sim-cards#faq-should-students-choose-esim-or-physical-sim Title: What Are the Best SIM Cards for International Calls from Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/international-calling-sim Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/what-is-the-best-international-calling-sim-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/international-calling-sim.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. **Most expats should use WhatsApp or other VoIP apps** for international calls because they are free over Wi-Fi or mobile data. If you need a Portuguese number with bundled international minutes, **Lycamobile** and **Vodafone World** add-ons are the main options. - Which SIM Is Best for International Calls? ### Best for cheap international minutes Lycamobile prepaid bundles for calling Africa, Asia, and Brazil. ### Best for EU/USA calls Vodafone World or main-brand add-ons. ### Best free option WhatsApp, FaceTime, Telegram, or Zoom over data. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/international-calling-sim#verdict - What Are the International Calling Options? You have four practical options: use internet calling apps, buy a Lycamobile bundle, add an international minute pack to a main-brand plan, or use a travel eSIM with a calling app. Most people do not need a dedicated international-calling SIM. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/international-calling-sim#options - Top SIM Cards for International Calls ### NOS Like Internacional 3.8Pay per use on NOS for n/a. No address needed. Best forInternational callers[Get plan](https://www.nos.pt/movel/tarifarios-movel/tarifarios-movel-pre-pagos)Pay per usen/amonthPay per use on NOS. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/international-calling-sim#top-picks - Related Guides [### Best SIM Cards Top plans for residents.](/telecom/sim)[### eSIM Guide Activate before arrival.](/telecom/esim)[### Mobile Plans Guide Compare plans.](/telecom/mobile-plans)[### SIM Cards for Newcomers Get connected quickly.](/telecom/sim/best-for-new-arrivals) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/international-calling-sim#related-guides User question: "Which Portuguese SIM is best for international calls?" Answer: Lycamobile is the most popular MVNO for international calls because it specialises in low-cost calling to Africa, Asia, and Brazil. Vodafone World add-ons are also a good option for frequent calls to specific countries. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/international-calling-sim#faq-which-portuguese-sim-is-best-for-international-calls User question: "Are international calls included in low-cost plans?" Answer: Usually not. Low-cost data plans from WOO, UZO, and DIGI focus on data and EU calls. International calls are either charged per minute or require a separate add-on. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/international-calling-sim#faq-are-international-calls-included-in-low-cost-plans User question: "Is WhatsApp the cheapest way to call abroad?" Answer: Yes, for most people. WhatsApp, FaceTime, and similar apps use data and work over Wi-Fi or mobile data, avoiding international call charges entirely. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/international-calling-sim#faq-is-whatsapp-the-cheapest-way-to-call-abroad User question: "Do I need a Portuguese number to call abroad?" Answer: No. You can use VoIP apps with any internet connection. If you want a local number with international calling bundles, choose Lycamobile or a Vodafone World plan. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/international-calling-sim#faq-do-i-need-a-portuguese-number-to-call-abroad Title: What Is the Best eSIM for Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/how-to-get-an-esim-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. For a trip, install an **Airalo** eSIM before you fly: **10 GB over 7 days costs EUR 9**, the cheapest gigabyte in the range, and it connects the moment you land. Staying longer, or need a **Portuguese number** for bank and **MB WAY** codes? A native **WOO** or **UZO** eSIM gives **100 GB or more from EUR 5 per month**, activated online with no address and no IBAN. The crossover sits at about a month: below it Airalo wins on simplicity, above it a native eSIM wins on everything. - Which eSIM is the best for Portugal? ★ Best before you land ### Airalo 4.6Installs before you fly and connects on landing, from EUR 4 for 1 GB to EUR 10,50 for unlimited, with top-ups in the app. ContractPrepaid, no lock-inCoverageRuns on the Multi (NOS, Vodafone, MEO) networkSupportPortuguese-only support[Get an Airalo eSIM](https://airalo.pxf.io/gR5ZPA)Plans(3) - Airalo 1 GB / 3 daysEUR 41 GB / 3 days - Airalo Portugal 10 GB / 7... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim#ranking - Native or travel eSIM, which do you need? A **travel eSIM** is data only. It installs before you fly, works on landing, and needs no Portuguese paperwork, which makes it the right answer for a stay of days to a couple of weeks. What it cannot do is receive SMS: no bank codes, no **MB WAY**, no **SNS 24**. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim#native-vs-travel - Every eSIM we compared We compared **200 eSIM plans** from Airalo, Holafly, Saily, Nomad, Ubigi and nine other travel brands, plus the native eSIMs from WOO, UZO, DIGI and Lycamobile. The full catalogue lives on the market overview. [View all 200 eSIM plansThe full market overview: every plan from every provider with its data, validity and price, filterable and re-rankable.→](/telecom/esim/complete-market-and-price-o... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim#all-esims Title: Which of Portugal's 83 eSIMs is right for you? Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim/complete-market-and-price-overview Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/how-much-does-an-esim-cost-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim/complete-market-and-price-overview.md - All eSIM plans grouped by providerRank byPriceDataEUR / GBGI ### GigSky Travel eSIM · data only Price band EUR 0 to 7.20 [Get a GigSky plan](https://www.gigsky.com/pt/esim/portugal) | Plan | Price | Data | EUR / GB | PT number | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | GigSky Portugal 5 GB / 30 days30 days | EUR 7.20 | 5 GB | EUR 1.44/GB | No | | GigSky Portugal Free Trial (≈100-500 MB)Best here7 days | EUR 0 | 0.5... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim/complete-market-and-price-overview#picker Title: Which eSIM Fits Your Stay in Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim-finder Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/which-esim-should-i-get-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim-finder.md BLUF: **Updated August 2026.** One question decides it: **how long are you here**. Under about two weeks, install an **Airalo** travel eSIM before you fly, from **EUR 4 for 1 GB** to **EUR 10,50 for unlimited**, with **10 GB over 7 days at EUR 9** the best value of the three. Longer than that, or you need a **Portuguese number** for **MB WAY** and **SNS 24** codes, and a native **WOO** or **UZO** eSIM wins outright at **EUR 5 a month** for 100 GB or more, with no address and no IBAN. - Which eSIM fits your stay? Two things separate every eSIM sold for Portugal: whether it carries a **Portuguese number**, and whether it is priced per trip or per month. Travel eSIMs are data only and expire on a fixed date. Native eSIMs renew monthly and behave like a local line. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim-finder#match - The three we recommend ★ Best fit for a trip ### Airalo 4.6The best fit for a stay under two weeks: from EUR 4 for 1 GB to EUR 10,50 for unlimited, installed before you fly and working on landing. ContractPrepaid, no lock-inCoverageRuns on the Multi (NOS, Vodafone, MEO) networkSupportPortuguese-only support[Get an Airalo eSIM](https://airalo.pxf.io/gR5ZPA)Plans(3) - Airalo 1 GB / 3 daysEUR 41 GB / 3 days - Airalo Por... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim-finder#picks - Compare two providers Already down to two? Each comparison declares a winner on every criterion that decides the purchase. [UZO vs WOO](/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo)[DIGI vs WOOWOO wins for most people: NOS coverage and the sector's best satisfaction record outweigh DIGI's €1 saving.](/telecom/sim/digi-vs-woo)[Amigo vs UZOUZO edges it through eSIM, unlimited calls and data rollover on the widest rural network.](/telecom/... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim-finder#comparisons - Every eSIM we compared The three above are picked from **200 eSIM plans** in the catalogue, from Airalo, Holafly, Saily, Nomad, Ubigi and nine other travel brands, plus the native eSIMs from WOO, UZO, DIGI and Lycamobile. [View all 200 eSIM plansThe full market overview: every plan from every provider with its data, validity and price, filterable and re-rankable.→](/telecom/esim/complete-market-and-price-overview) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim-finder#all-esims User question: "Which eSIM should I pick for a trip under two weeks?" Answer: A travel eSIM. Airalo Portugal runs from EUR 4 for 1 GB over 3 days to EUR 10,50 for unlimited data over 3 days, installs before you fly and connects on landing. The best value in that range is 10 GB over 7 days at EUR 9, which works out at EUR 0,90 a gigabyte. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim-finder#faq-which-esim-should-i-pick-for-a-trip-under-two-weeks User question: "When is a native Portuguese eSIM the better answer?" Answer: As soon as you need a Portuguese number, and from about a month on price. WOO and UZO native eSIMs give 100 GB or more for EUR 5 a month with no address and no IBAN, and only a Portuguese number can receive the codes that banks, MB WAY and SNS 24 send. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim-finder#faq-when-is-a-native-portuguese-esim-the-better-answer User question: "Can I install an eSIM before I arrive in Portugal?" Answer: Yes, both kinds. A travel eSIM and a native WOO or UZO eSIM can both be bought and installed before departure; they start working when you turn on mobile data in Portugal. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim-finder#faq-can-i-install-an-esim-before-i-arrive-in-portugal User question: "Do all phones support eSIM?" Answer: No. Most iPhones from the XS onward and many recent Android phones support eSIM, but budget and older handsets often do not. Check your device before buying, because an eSIM cannot be moved to a phone that has no eSIM slot. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/esim-finder#faq-do-all-phones-support-esim Title: What Is the Best Home Internet in Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/how-to-get-home-internet-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. **Fibre is the best home internet technology for most households**, and **DIGI** is the cheapest provider at **EUR 7 per month for 500 Mbps**. If fibre is not available, 4G/5G home internet or Starlink satellite are the main alternatives. - Which Home Internet Provider Is Best? ### Cheapest fibre DIGI: 500 Mbps at EUR 7, 1 Gbps at EUR 10. ### Best coverage MEO and Vodafone for nationwide fibre and 5G. ### No-contract fibre UZO, WOO, Amigo: 1 Gbps around EUR 15. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet#verdict - What Types of Home Internet Are Available? Portugal has three main technologies: fibre-to-the-home (FTTH), 4G/5G fixed wireless, and satellite. Fibre is fastest and most reliable where available. 4G/5G home internet works where mobile signal is strong. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet#technologies - Top Home Internet Plans ### DIGI Net Fibra 500 Mbps 4.1500 Mbps FTTH for EUR 7 per month. Best forTypical households[Check availability](https://www.digi.pt)500 MbpsEUR 7month500 Mbps down / 500 Mbps up via FTTH. Pros - **500 Mbps** download - **EUR 7**/month - FTTH Cons - Its own fibre coverage is still limited: check your address - CG-NAT by default; request a public IP for gaming or cameras ### DIGI Net Fibra 1 Gbp... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet#top-picks - Compare two providers Already down to two? Each comparison declares a winner on every criterion that decides the purchase. [DIGI vs MEODIGI wins for any household inside its fibre footprint: a third of the price, symmetric gigabit, 3-month term.](/telecom/home-internet/digi-vs-meo)[DIGI vs NOSDIGI is cheaper and faster on upload wherever it reaches; NOS answers with universal coverage, more speed rungs and real TV.]... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet#comparisons - Related Guides [### Internet Price Research Market prices and trends.](/telecom/home-internet/complete-market-and-price-overview)[### MEO vs NOS vs Vodafone Main provider comparison.](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone)[### DIGI vs MEO Budget vs coverage.](/telecom/sim/digi-vs-meo)[### Mobile Plans Guide Combine mobile and fibre.](/telecom/mobile-plans) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet#related-guides User question: "Which home internet provider is cheapest in Portugal?" Answer: DIGI is the cheapest widely available fibre provider. DIGI offers 500 Mbps for EUR 7 per month and 1 Gbps for EUR 10 per month, with no contract. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet#faq-which-home-internet-provider-is-cheapest-in-portugal User question: "Do I need a contract for fibre internet?" Answer: Not always. DIGI, UZO, WOO, and Amigo often offer no-contract fibre. MEO, NOS, and Vodafone main-brand fibre usually require a 24-month contract unless you pay a higher monthly rate. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet#faq-do-i-need-a-contract-for-fibre-internet User question: "What is the minimum internet speed in Portugal?" Answer: Universal service rules set a right to a minimum broadband speed, currently being updated. Check ANACOM for the latest minimum speed obligation. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet#faq-what-is-the-minimum-internet-speed-in-portugal User question: "What if fibre is not available at my address?" Answer: Consider 4G/5G home internet from Vodafone or MEO, satellite from Starlink, or a fixed-wireless provider. Always check coverage before signing. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet#faq-what-if-fibre-is-not-available-at-my-address Title: Which of Portugal's 34 home internet plans is right for you? Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet/complete-market-and-price-overview Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/how-much-does-internet-cost-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet/complete-market-and-price-overview.md - All plans grouped by providerRank byPriceSpeedEUR / 100 MbpsDI ### DIGI Fibre to the home Price band EUR 7 to 22 [Get a DIGI plan](https://www.digi.pt) | Plan | Per month | Download | Upload | Technology | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | DIGI Net Fibra 500 MbpsBest hereno real lock-in | EUR 7 | 500 Mbps | 500 Mbps up | Fibre to the home | | DIGI Net Fibra 1 Gbpsno real lock-in | EUR 10 | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbp... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/home-internet/complete-market-and-price-overview#picker Title: MEO vs NOS Portugal (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/meo-or-nos-which-is-better-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos.md - MEO Altice Portugal MEO is the retail brand of Altice Portugal. It is not the same as UZO or Moche, which are its own low-cost and youth brands running on the same radio network. Cheapest entry: UZO, EUR 5 per month for 100 GB Wins 3 of 933%[Get a MEO plan](https://www.meo.pt)VSN source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos#duel - NOS NOS SGPS NOS is a network owner in its own right. WOO and WTF are its low-cost and under-25 brands on the same network, and NOWO is now part of DIGI, not NOS. Cheapest entry: WOO, EUR 5 per month for 100 GB Wins 3 of 933%[Get a NOS plan](https://www.nos.pt) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos#duel - Row by row Fees verified August 2026 against each provider's published data | Criterion | MEO | NOS | | --- | --- | --- | | 4G population coverageWhether you have signal at all, anywhere | ~99%Tie | ~99%Tie | | 5G base stationsHow dense the 5G layer is, not just whether it exists | 2,465fastest growth, +57.8% | 4,886Winssecond most in Portugal | | Rural and interior reachThe one place the three networks g... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos#row-by-row - So which one ### Pick MEO if - You live or travel outside Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve - You want the network that leads nPerf, Ookla and RootMetrics - Home fibre matters as much as mobile - You are happy on UZO or Moche rather than the parent brand ### Pick NOS if - You want a prepaid eSIM with a Portuguese number, activated online - You are in Lisbon or Porto and never leave them - You want the NOS Kids... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos#pick-if - Other comparisons 3 more pairs[MvsVMEO vs Vodafone›](/telecom/meo-vs-vodafone)[NvsVNOS vs Vodafone›](/telecom/nos-vs-vodafone)[DvsMDIGI vs MEO›](/telecom/digi-vs-meo) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos#other-comparisons - How we compared these two ### The criteria are fixed Every comparison on this site uses the same 9 rows in the same order, so two pages can be read against each other. We do not add a row because one side happens to win it. ### A win is a stated threshold A row is won on the published number or capability, not on judgement. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos#method Title: MEO vs NOS vs Vodafone Portugal (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/meo-nos-vodafone-which-is-best-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. **Vodafone and MEO lead on 5G coverage**, while **NOS is the most price-aggressive** through its WOO brand. All three now have a EUR 5, 100 GB low-cost option (MEO via UZO, NOS via WOO, Vodafone via Amigo). Choose by coverage at your address first, then by bundle and customer service. - Which Portuguese Mobile Network Should You Choose? ### MEO Best for rural coverage and 5G reach. Low-cost UZO brand matches EUR 5/100 GB. ### NOS Best for budget urban users. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone#verdict - How Do the Three Networks Compare on Plans? Each table lists every MEO, NOS, and Vodafone product in our August 2026 catalogue, sorted by price. ### MEO mobile plans | Plan | Network | Data | Price | Contract | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [MEO Livre](https://www.meo.pt/tarifarios-telemovel/internet-movel/internet-movel-pre-paga) | MEO | Pay per use | EUR 0 | No | | [MEO Pré-Pago 50GB](https://loja.meo.pt/comprar/cartoes-sim/meo/car... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone#plans - Coverage and Network Quality ANACOM 2025 figures and independent drive tests generally rank Vodafone and MEO ahead on 5G population coverage, with NOS close behind in cities. All three operate their own physical networks. Use the official coverage checkers before signing any contract. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone#networks - Related Guides [### Phone and Internet Hub Overview of all providers and plans.](/telecom)[### Best SIM Cards Top picks ranked by value and coverage.](/telecom/sim)[### MEO vs NOS Head-to-head comparison of the two networks.](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos)[### SIM Card Price Research Complete catalogue and prices.](/telecom/sim/complete-market-and-price-overview) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone#related-guides User question: "Which Portuguese mobile network has the best 5G coverage?" Answer: Vodafone and MEO typically lead in 5G station count and nationwide coverage, based on ANACOM 2025 data. NOS is strong in major cities. Coverage at your exact address should be checked on each provider's map. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone#faq-which-portuguese-mobile-network-has-the-best-5g-coverage User question: "Which of the three is cheapest?" Answer: For the lowest headline price, NOS's WOO and MEO's UZO both offer 100 GB for EUR 5 per month. Vodafone's Amigo brand matches EUR 5 for 100 GB. Main-brand prepaid plans from all three are more expensive. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone#faq-which-of-the-three-is-cheapest User question: "Which is best for tourists or short stays?" Answer: Any of the three incumbent networks works. If you only need data for a few days, a travel eSIM is simpler. For a longer stay or a local number, WOO, UZO, or Amigo eSIMs are cheaper and include a Portuguese number. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone#faq-which-is-best-for-tourists-or-short-stays User question: "Can I switch between MEO, NOS, and Vodafone and keep my number?" Answer: Yes. Number portability is free in Portugal and handled by the new provider. You can move between any of the networks and keep your phone number. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos-vs-vodafone#faq-can-i-switch-between-meo-nos-and-vodafone-and-keep-my-number Title: MEO vs Vodafone in Portugal (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-vodafone Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/meo-or-vodafone-which-is-better-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-vodafone.md - MEO Altice Portugal MEO is the retail brand of Altice Portugal. It is not the same as UZO or Moche, which are its own low-cost and youth brands running on the same radio network. Cheapest entry: UZO, EUR 5 per month for 100 GB Wins 4 of 944%[Get a MEO plan](https://www.meo.pt)VSV source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-vodafone#duel - Vodafone Vodafone Portugal Vodafone Portugal owns its network. Amigo and Yorn are its low-cost and youth brands, and Lycamobile is an independent MVNO that also rides this network. Cheapest entry: Amigo, EUR 5 per month for 100 GB Wins 2 of 922%[Get a Vodafone plan](https://www.vodafone.pt) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-vodafone#duel - Row by row Fees verified August 2026 against each provider's published data | Criterion | MEO | Vodafone | | --- | --- | --- | | 4G population coverageWhether you have signal at all, anywhere | ~99%Tie | ~99%Tie | | 5G base stationsHow dense the 5G layer is, not just whether it exists | 2,465 | 5,449Winsmost in Portugal | | Rural and interior reachThe one place the three networks genuinely differ | Best i... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-vodafone#row-by-row - So which one ### Pick MEO if - You live inland, or travel there often - You want the network that leads the independent benchmarks - You want a prepaid eSIM you can activate before landing - Home fibre matters as much as mobile ### Pick Vodafone if - You are in a city and want the densest 5G - You need upload speed more than download - You are landing late and want a shop at Lisbon arrivals - You want the Y... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-vodafone#pick-if - Other comparisons 3 more pairs[MvsNMEO vs NOS›](/telecom/meo-vs-nos)[NvsVNOS vs Vodafone›](/telecom/nos-vs-vodafone)[DvsMDIGI vs MEO›](/telecom/digi-vs-meo) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-vodafone#other-comparisons - How we compared these two ### The criteria are fixed Every comparison on this site uses the same 9 rows in the same order, so two pages can be read against each other. We do not add a row because one side happens to win it. ### A win is a stated threshold A row is won on the published number or capability, not on judgement. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/meo-vs-vodafone#method Title: NOS vs Vodafone in Portugal (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/nos-vs-vodafone Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/nos-or-vodafone-which-is-better-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/nos-vs-vodafone.md - NOS NOS SGPS NOS is a network owner in its own right. WOO and WTF are its low-cost and under-25 brands on the same network, and NOWO is now part of DIGI, not NOS. Cheapest entry: WOO, EUR 5 per month for 100 GB Wins 2 of 922%[Get a NOS plan](https://www.nos.pt)VSV source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/nos-vs-vodafone#duel - Vodafone Vodafone Portugal Vodafone Portugal owns its network. Amigo and Yorn are its low-cost and youth brands, and Lycamobile is an independent MVNO that also rides this network. Cheapest entry: Amigo, EUR 5 per month for 100 GB Wins 3 of 933%[Get a Vodafone plan](https://www.vodafone.pt) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/nos-vs-vodafone#duel - Row by row Fees verified August 2026 against each provider's published data | Criterion | NOS | Vodafone | | --- | --- | --- | | 4G population coverageWhether you have signal at all, anywhere | ~99%Tie | ~99%Tie | | 5G base stationsHow dense the 5G layer is, not just whether it exists | 4,886 | 5,449Wins | | Rural and interior reachThe one place the three networks genuinely differ | Weaker in Trás-os-Mont... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/nos-vs-vodafone#row-by-row - So which one ### Pick NOS if - You want a prepaid eSIM with a Portuguese number - You are under 25 and want WTF's 1000 GB for EUR 10 - You want NOS Kids for a child's first phone - You are in Lisbon, Porto or the urban Algarve ### Pick Vodafone if - You want the densest 5G layer in the country - You need upload speed for calls or streaming - You are landing late and want a shop at Lisbon arrivals - You want... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/nos-vs-vodafone#pick-if - Other comparisons 3 more pairs[MvsNMEO vs NOS›](/telecom/meo-vs-nos)[MvsVMEO vs Vodafone›](/telecom/meo-vs-vodafone)[DvsMDIGI vs MEO›](/telecom/digi-vs-meo) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/nos-vs-vodafone#other-comparisons - How we compared these two ### The criteria are fixed Every comparison on this site uses the same 9 rows in the same order, so two pages can be read against each other. We do not add a row because one side happens to win it. ### A win is a stated threshold A row is won on the published number or capability, not on judgement. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/nos-vs-vodafone#method Title: DIGI vs MEO in Portugal (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/digi-vs-meo Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/digi-or-meo-which-is-better-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/digi-vs-meo.md - DIGI DIGI Communications DIGI entered Portugal in November 2024 by acquiring NOWO. It is building its own network and is not a reseller of MEO, NOS or Vodafone, which is why its coverage differs from all three. Cheapest entry: DIGI, EUR 4 per month for 50 GB Wins 4 of 944%[Get a DIGI plan](https://www.digi.pt)VSM source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/digi-vs-meo#duel - MEO Altice Portugal MEO is the retail brand of Altice Portugal. It is not the same as UZO or Moche, which are its own low-cost and youth brands running on the same radio network. Cheapest entry: UZO, EUR 5 per month for 100 GB Wins 5 of 956%[Get a MEO plan](https://www.meo.pt) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/digi-vs-meo#duel - Row by row Fees verified August 2026 against each provider's published data | Criterion | DIGI | MEO | | --- | --- | --- | | 4G population coverageWhether you have signal at all, anywhere | Own network plus national roaming, still building | ~99%Wins | | 5G base stationsHow dense the 5G layer is, not just whether it exists | 2,695Winsin 18 months of operation | 2,465 | | Rural and interior reachThe one pl... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/digi-vs-meo#row-by-row - So which one ### Pick DIGI if - You are in Greater Lisbon or Greater Porto and stay there - You want the lowest price in the market - You want several lines: DIGI discounts from the third number - You want television, internet and mobile on a three month term ### Pick MEO if - You live inland, in the mountains or near the Spanish border - You want the network that leads the independent benchmarks - You need... source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/digi-vs-meo#pick-if - Other comparisons 3 more pairs[MvsNMEO vs NOS›](/telecom/meo-vs-nos)[MvsVMEO vs Vodafone›](/telecom/meo-vs-vodafone)[NvsVNOS vs Vodafone›](/telecom/nos-vs-vodafone) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/digi-vs-meo#other-comparisons - How we compared these two ### The criteria are fixed Every comparison on this site uses the same 9 rows in the same order, so two pages can be read against each other. We do not add a row because one side happens to win it. ### A win is a stated threshold A row is won on the published number or capability, not on judgement. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/digi-vs-meo#method Title: UZO or WOO: Which Is Better in Portugal? (2026) Canonical URL: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo Question-form URL alias: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/uzo-or-woo-which-is-better-in-portugal Markdown twin: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo.md BLUF: Updated August 2026. **UZO and WOO are almost identical on price**: both sell 100 GB mobile at EUR 5 per month in the August campaign (UZO lists at EUR 8 from September) and 1 Gbps fibre at around EUR 15 per month. The decision comes down to **network coverage**: UZO uses MEO (better rural), WOO uses NOS (excellent cities). Both have no-contract options. - Which Is Better, UZO or WOO? **UZO wins on substance: unlimited calls, data rollover, 30GB roaming and MEO rural reach. Pick WOO when the €5 campaign price and top-rated app support matter more than rural coverage, and re-check UZO's post-August price.** ### Pick UZO (MEO network) if... You travel rural Portugal, call a lot, or want unused data to roll over. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo#verdict - Who Should Choose UZO or WOO? If you only need a mobile plan, both are interchangeable at EUR 5 per month. Pick by whichever parent network has better coverage at your address. For fibre, UZO may have wider availability through MEO's footprint, while WOO offers strong city speeds. source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo#who-wins - Related Guides [### Best SIM Cards Top plans ranked.](/telecom/sim)[### Home Internet Fibre and 5G plans.](/telecom/home-internet)[### MEO vs NOS Parent network comparison.](/telecom/sim/meo-vs-nos)[### Best Mobile Network Coverage ranking.](/telecom/best-mobile-network) source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo#related-guides User question: "What is the difference between UZO and WOO?" Answer: UZO is MEO's low-cost digital brand. WOO is NOS's low-cost digital brand. Both offer 100 GB mobile for EUR 5 per month and 1 Gbps fibre for around EUR 15 per month, without a long contract. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo#faq-what-is-the-difference-between-uzo-and-woo User question: "Which network does UZO use?" Answer: UZO uses the MEO network, which has the widest rural coverage and a large fibre footprint. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo#faq-which-network-does-uzo-use User question: "Which network does WOO use?" Answer: WOO uses the NOS network, which has excellent performance in cities such as Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo#faq-which-network-does-woo-use User question: "Can I get fibre without a contract from UZO or WOO?" Answer: Yes. Both brands typically offer fibre without a 24-month commitment, though equipment terms may apply. Source: https://www.how-to-portugal.com/telecom/sim/uzo-vs-woo#faq-can-i-get-fibre-without-a-contract-from-uzo-or-woo