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SMARTY Mobile

SMARTY is a UK MVNO owned by Three, offering flexible mobile SIM and mobile broadband plans.

Part of a multi-brand group under Hutchison 3G UK Ltd. Listed separately because it serves a distinct consumer audience.

★★★★☆ 4.0 / 5
47158 reviews on Trustpilot Last verified: 04/05/2026
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About SMARTY Mobile

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SMARTY is a UK MVNO owned by Three, offering flexible mobile SIM and mobile broadband plans.

Independent profile snapshot

This extended snapshot summarises how the provider presents itself in the UK market. It supplements the dataset-led summary above.

SMARTY is a UK SIM-only mobile brand owned by Three UK, part of CK Hutchison and now part of the merged VodafoneThree group formed in 2024. The service offers rolling 30-day contracts with no long-term commitments, running on the Three UK network and covering 4G and 5G across most of the country. Plans include unlimited data, calls and texts alongside flexible monthly data bundles, with automatic data rollover on "The Smart Plan" and unlimited EU roaming included on eligible tariffs. SMARTY is designed as a digital-first, direct-to-consumer brand: sign-up, billing and account management all happen online or via the SMARTY app rather than through high-street stores. The brand positions itself on transparent monthly pricing, no connection fees and no mid-contract price hikes. By using Three's fully owned mobile network rather than a third-party host, SMARTY customers benefit from the same underlying 4G and 5G coverage footprint as Three's main retail brand, backed by UK-based customer support.

Key details

Year founded2017
ADR schemeCISAS
Parent companyVodafoneThree
Legal name Hutchison 3G UK Ltd Companies House 3885486 →

Directors

Nick Gliddon, Stephen Daniel Lerner, Darren Martin Purkis, Max Taylor

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What stands out

  • Three SIM-only sub-brand
  • Unlimited data plans
  • Social tariff £12/mo

Recognition

  • Best SIM-only deals (Uswitch)
  • Three Group innovation

Technologies on file

These labels come from our directory data for this provider. Short explanations below describe the technology terms in general; they are not a statement about availability at your address.

  • 4G 4G wireless broadband. More widely available than 5G.
  • 5G Mobile 5G wireless broadband. No engineer visit needed.

Coverage

UK - National mobile MVNO

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If something goes wrong

Here is where SMARTY Mobile sits within the UK consumer protection framework.

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that SMARTY Mobile must follow.
Complaints
CISAS. CISAS is a free, Ofcom-approved dispute resolution scheme. If your complaint is not resolved within eight weeks, you can escalate to CISAS for an independent decision.
Switching
Complies with One Touch Switch. Your new provider handles the switch.

Questions and answers

Straight answers from our directory fields for SMARTY Mobile. If you need live pricing or availability, use the postcode tool or the provider link above.

Where can I verify SMARTY Mobile's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists Hutchison 3G UK Ltd under company number 3885486. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What Trustpilot figures does this directory show for SMARTY Mobile?
Our directory captured Trustpilot as 4.0 out of 5 with 47158 reviews. Snapshot date in our directory: 04/05/2026. Trustpilot updates live; use the Trustpilot link on this page for the current score.
What coverage note is on file for SMARTY Mobile?
Our dataset records: UK - National mobile MVNO
Is SMARTY Mobile in the BroadbandSwitch postcode comparison tool?
No. This provider is not currently among those we return in the postcode comparison tool. You can still compare other providers we list.
What does verification status mean on this profile?
This profile's verification status in our directory is recorded as: NEEDS_TRUSTPILOT_LIVE_COUNT. That reflects our internal checks against the sources linked on this page, not a government endorsement.
Does this directory flag SMARTY Mobile as Ofcom-registered?
Yes. We record this provider as Ofcom-registered (General Conditions of entitlement). For complaints or disputes, follow the dispute route and Ofcom guidance that apply to your situation.
Which dispute resolution scheme does this directory list for SMARTY Mobile?
CISAS. CISAS is a free, Ofcom-approved dispute resolution scheme. If your complaint is not resolved within eight weeks, you can escalate to CISAS for an independent decision.
Does this directory record One Touch Switch for SMARTY Mobile?
Our dataset records One Touch Switch as: Yes (Ofcom-mandated compliance).
What is the BroadbandSwitch verification score?
It is an internal score from 1 to 10 based on how thoroughly we have checked Companies House, regulator and trade-body fields, and independent review data where available. It is not a measure of customer satisfaction.
What is the deals section on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
The deals section is a free, dedicated showcase on a provider's directory record where current promotional offers are published.
How does a UK broadband provider list deals on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
A verified provider submits their offer to editor@broadbandswitch.uk using the structured submission template, in exchange for a permanent backlink from their own site.
Is there a charge for the deals section?
No. The deals section is free of charge, with no contract and no affiliate commission required for inclusion on the record.
What rules govern the deals content?
All deals must comply with Ofcom General Condition C1 (in force 17 January 2025) on price rises in pounds and pence, and the CAP code on broadband speed claims (median peak-time average, in force 23 May 2018).
What happens if the backlink is removed?
BroadbandSwitch.uk monitors linking domains. If the backlink is removed and not restored within 14 days, the deals section is taken down to keep the exchange fair.
Where can I read the full Provider Style Guide?
The full guide is on this site at https://broadbandswitch.uk/style-guide/

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