Switzerland's SIM-only market has 1 tracked plans from providers operating on the Swisscom, Sunrise and Salt networks. Check which underlying network the MVNO uses and compare coverage in your area before switching — look for data rollover and eSIM support if you travel frequently.
20 live mobile sims offers tracked across 18 Swiss providers, with monthly prices from CHF4.50 /month. Data current as of 21 October 2026 and updated daily from the Giraffy database.
20 live offers compared from 18 providers, from CHF4.50 /month. Updated daily.
CHF4.50 /month
Mucho Nano is a mobile sims offer from Mucho Mobile. Key details — Payment Plan: Prepaid; Data: Basic allowance — see muchomobile.ch; Network: Salt; Contract: No commitment.
CHF7.90 /month
CHF8.90 /month
CHF9.90 /month
CHF9.90 /month
CHF9.90 /month
CHF9.90 /month
CHF9.90 /month
CHF10 /month
CHF12.90 /month
CHF12.90 /month
CHF13 /month
Digital Republic Flat Mobile Swiss from Digital Republic. Payment Plan: Postpaid; Data: Unlimited; Network: Sunrise; Contract: No commitment.
CHF13.95 /month
CHF14 /month
CHF14.90 /month
CHF15 /month
CHF16.58 /month
CHF17.95 /month
CHF19 /month
CHF19.90 /month
A mobile SIM plan provides calls, texts and mobile data on a Swiss network, available as prepaid or contract (postpaid). Plans run on the three physical networks and their many resellers, and increasingly ship as eSIM as well as physical cards. Switzerland has strong 4G and 5G coverage, so the practical choice is less about signal and more about price, data allowance and roaming within Europe.
Three network operators own the infrastructure — Swisscom, Sunrise and Salt — and a large field of budget brands (MVNOs) resell capacity on those networks. Brands like Wingo, M-Budget Mobile, Lidl Connect, spusu, Lebara and Ortel target value-seekers, students and international callers. Because the MVNOs use the same masts as the majors, coverage is often comparable while prices are markedly lower. SIM registration requires ID under Swiss law. The practical differences between brands come down to which network they ride, the data allowance, and how they treat roaming and international calls. Some budget brands cap speeds or prioritise flagship customers at peak times, so the same mast can deliver a slightly different experience. eSIM support is spreading, letting you activate a plan instantly without a physical card, and number portability means switching carrier need not mean changing your number. For heavy data users, unlimited plans from value brands have narrowed the gap with premium contracts considerably.
Big data for less — Budget brands offer generous or unlimited data at a fraction of flagship prices.
Same network coverage — MVNOs ride Swisscom, Sunrise or Salt masts, so signal is strong.
EU roaming options — Many plans include or add European roaming for travel.
No-commitment prepaid — Top up as you go with no contract.
Decide between prepaid flexibility and a contract's convenience. Compare the monthly price — this market spans roughly CHF 4.50 to CHF 19.90 for popular plans — against data allowance, call and text inclusions, and which underlying network the brand uses if coverage in your region matters. Check EU/EEA roaming terms, whether an eSIM is supported, and any speed caps. International callers should look at brands specialising in cheap overseas minutes.
Wingo (on Swisscom) and M-Budget Mobile are well-known value brands; Lidl Connect and spusu offer aggressive data deals; Lebara and Ortel Mobile focus on affordable international calling. talk and Mucho Mobile round out the budget field. Above them sit the network owners Swisscom, Sunrise and Salt for premium plans. Because resellers share the majors' infrastructure, you can usually keep strong coverage while cutting cost.
Monthly plan prices commonly range from about CHF 4.50 for lean prepaid to CHF 19.90 for larger data bundles, with premium unlimited contracts costing more. Prepaid avoids commitment but sometimes costs more per gigabyte; contracts can bundle a device. Watch for out-of-bundle data rates and non-EU roaming charges, which can dwarf the base fee.
The sector is overseen by ComCom and OFCOM (BAKOM), which regulate spectrum, number portability and telecom conduct. You can keep your number when switching providers. Consumer-protection law governs contract terms and notice periods, and SIM cards must be registered to an identified user. Prepaid and contract customers alike benefit from mandatory clear tariff information.
Can I keep my number? Yes — number portability is a regulated right when you switch.
Do budget brands have good coverage? Generally yes, because they use the Swisscom, Sunrise or Salt networks.
Is eSIM available? Many providers now offer eSIM alongside physical cards, letting you activate a plan instantly without waiting for a card in the post.
The cheapest Mobile SIM Plans in Switzerland is CHF4.50 /month from Mucho Mobile.
Giraffy tracks 20 live SIM plans across 18 networks in Switzerland. The lowest tracked price is CHF4.50 /month. Sort by lowest price to see the cheapest options for your data needs.
Coverage quality varies by area and carrier. Check each network's official coverage map before switching — indoor coverage, rural reach, and 5G availability differ significantly between operators in Switzerland.
An eSIM is a digital SIM embedded in your device — you activate a plan without swapping a physical card. Most flagship and mid-range phones released after 2020 support eSIM. Check your device settings or ask the carrier to confirm compatibility before you switch.
5G delivers significantly faster download speeds and lower latency than 4G — typically 100–500 Mbps versus 20–50 Mbps. It's worth it if your handset is 5G-capable and you're in a coverage area. Most 5G plans are now priced similarly to 4G equivalents.
Yes. In most markets you can port your number to a new network within one working day by requesting a PAC or porting code from your current provider. The switch happens automatically once you activate the new SIM.
Prepaid (pay-as-you-go) plans require no contract — you top up credit and use what you pay for. Pay-monthly plans bill you at the end of each month and typically offer more data for the same price, but require a credit check and a rolling or fixed-term commitment.
If your handset was purchased directly from a carrier, it may be network-locked and need unlocking before accepting a different SIM. Phones bought from manufacturers or retailers are usually unlocked. Contact your current carrier to check — unlocking is often free or available for a small fee.