Provider choice
Choosing a mobile operator
So now that you have the basics about mobile phones in Spain, the obvious question is which company is the best?
In terms of coverage, Movistar is clearly the best with Vodafone not too far behind. Amena's coverage is less reliable in some areas, in particular out of major cities, but this is improving. In terms of rates, the case is exactly the opposite with Amena in general offering the best deals, followed by Vodafone and then Movistar.
Check out each mobile company's website for a list of rates and services:
Movistar: www.movistar.com
Vodafone: www.vodafone.es
Amena: www.amena.com
Rate Comparisons
The Phone House has conveniently compiled the rates of all the operators in one place. Pick up a copy of their brochure (the rates are in the back) in one of their stores or go to their website (only in Spanish):
Also in this section
- Getting started: Telephone providers in Spain
- Internet access: How to get an internet connection at home
- Getting connected: How to get a fixed phone line in Spain
- Internet cafés: Where to go online without a connection at home
- Calling: How to use the phone in Spain
- Dialing codes: The most important prefixes in Spain
- Mobile phones: The Spanish mobile operators
- Mobile rates: What to consider when choosing a calling plan
- Which deal: Prepaid or contract?
- Provider choice: Choosing a mobile operator
- Cheap International calls: Using a 902 direct dial service
- Direct dial service: Use 902 999 007 to save money
- Direct dial rate comparison sheet: How much will you save
- Calling cards: How to save money on international calls
- Choosing: Choosing a prepaid calling card
- How to use: Using an international phonecard
