Cheapest mobile plans in Saudi Arabia in 2026, by usage pattern.
Quick Verdict
- Cheapest daily unlimited:Zain SAR 17.25.
- Cheapest weekly unlimited:Zain SAR 97.75.
- Best monthly bundle:STC Sawa SAR 100 — 30 GB + 200 minutes.
- Cheapest Mobily entry:SAR 75 / 20 GB monthly prepaid.
How to Choose
- Occasional heavy days:SAR 17.25 daily unlimited (Zain) or 20.70 with calls.
- Light monthly users:Mobily SAR 75 / 20 GB.
- Mixed needs (data + minutes):STC Sawa Monthly SAR 100.
- Heavy data users:Zain Monthly Unlimited SAR 373.75.
VAT in Saudi
15% VAT is added on top of advertised prices. A SAR 100 plan costs SAR 115 from your balance.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Operator | Plan | Price | Data | Best For | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STC Sawa Daily | Daily Unlimited | SAR 17–21 | Unlimited 1 day | One-off heavy days | View → |
| Zain Daily Unlimited | Daily Pass | SAR 17.25 | Unlimited 1 day | Cheapest daily | View → |
| Mobily Prepaid Entry | Monthly Prepaid | SAR 75–125 | 20–60 GB | Budget monthly users | View → |
| STC Sawa Monthly | Monthly Bundle | SAR 100 | 30 GB + minutes | Balanced monthly | View → |
Quick Reference
| Price Range | SAR 17–199/month |
| Data Range | 20 GB – Unlimited |
| Best For | Budget-conscious Saudi residents, expat workers |
| Last Verified | May 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cheapest daily mobile pass in Saudi?
Zain KSA SAR 17.25 (15% VAT included) — unlimited data for 24 hours.
Cheapest monthly mobile plan?
Mobily prepaid entry at around SAR 75 — 20 GB data. STC Sawa Monthly at SAR 100 adds 200 minutes for the extra.
Pay-per-MB rates?
Very expensive — always activate a pack first. Standard rates can exceed SAR 1 per MB without a bundle.
STC vs Mobily vs Zain for cheap plans?
Zain has the cheapest daily/weekly unlimited. Mobily has the cheapest monthly entry. STC bundles best for balanced data + voice users.
VAT on Saudi mobile?
15% VAT — significantly higher than UAE's 5%. Always factor this in when comparing across countries.