4.90
CHF / month
InternetIn Switzerland300 Mbit/s20 GB
Roaming dataNot included
Data-only plans compared
Need mobile internet but no phone number? A data-only plan gives you data in Switzerland, sometimes abroad too, without paying for minutes you will never use. Compare prices, maximum speed and roaming.
6 plans found
4.95
CHF / month
InternetIn Switzerland1.7 Gbit/s5 GB
Roaming dataNot included
9.90
CHF / month
InternetIn Switzerland2 Gbit/sUnlimited
Roaming dataNot included
10.00
CHF / month
InternetIn Switzerland10 Mbit/sUnlimited
Roaming dataNot included
16.95
CHF / month
InternetIn Switzerland1.7 Gbit/sUnlimited
Roaming dataNot included
19.95
CHF / month
InternetIn Switzerland1.7 Gbit/sUnlimited
Roaming dataEU, USA, Canada, UKUnlimited
Contents
What is a data-only plan?
It is a mobile plan with internet only. No minutes, no texts: the SIM card is just for getting online. It often costs less than a full plan with the same amount of data.
You get a SIM card or an eSIM, just like for a phone. The difference is the purpose: staying connected.
Which devices is it for?
- Laptop with a SIM or eSIM slot, for working on the go.
- Pocket router (hotspot), to connect several devices while travelling.
- Second phone used only for internet, for example for work.
- Camper van, holiday home or boat with no fixed line.
- Camera or alarm system in a place without wifi.
Looking for internet for your whole home? 5G home internet is a better fit.
Maximum speed matters
Not every plan runs at the same speed. Some providers give you the full power of their 5G network, up to 2 Gbit/s. Others cap the speed, for example at 100 or 150 Mbit/s.
For email and browsing, 50 Mbit/s is enough. For HD video, video calls or several devices on a router, aim higher. Sort by “Fastest first” to see the quickest offers at the top.
Using it abroad
Some data-only plans include roaming in Europe or other countries. Great for a travel router: the whole family stays online without a local SIM card.
Check the countries and the data included. Open the “Roaming” line on each card to see the details.
How to choose
- Data in Switzerland: unlimited or a set number of GB per month.
- Speed: full speed or capped.
- Roaming: countries and data included.
- eSIM: handy if your device has no SIM slot.
- Term and activation: no contract is ideal for a short-term need.
Need to make calls too? See our mobile plan comparison.
Common questions about data-only plans
Can I make calls with a data-only plan?
Not regular calls or texts. Apps such as WhatsApp, Signal or Teams still work, because they use the internet.
Is a data-only plan cheaper than a full plan?
Often, for the same amount of data. It is still worth comparing: some deals on full plans cost the same.
Can I use it in a 4G or 5G router?
Yes, that is a common use. Check that the router takes the SIM size and supports 5G if you want full speed.
Are there data-only plans with eSIM?
With most providers, yes. Your device must support eSIM. You activate it by scanning a QR code.
Prices are updated regularly. The provider’s terms at the time of ordering apply.