The Internet has firmly entered into everyday life. Communication, searching for information, watching videos - this is not the most complete list of possibilities. Modern smartphones and tablet computers cannot do without connections to the world wide web. Access to the Internet gives the user many advantages in life.

There are several telecom operators on the market today. In addition to traditional calls, they provide Internet access. Mobile Internet is no longer slow and expensive. Now it is available to every user. But due to the abundance of offers, it is difficult to choose a specific operator. As a rule, it is important for an ordinary user meeting the following criteria:

• speed;
• traffic volume;
• price/quality ratio;
• frequent use;
• What is mobile internet used for?

Here is a far from complete list of selection criteria. The user decides which operator to prefer. It can be difficult for a beginner to understand the abundance of offers.

Competitors

It is difficult to give an unambiguous answer to the question "which operator is better?". Everyone here relies on personal experience, their preferences. Today there are the following operators in the mobile communication market:

• "MTS";
• "Megaphone";
• "Tele 2";
• Beeline.

These are the largest operators on the market, other competitors can be found in the regions, but they cannot be compared in scale. Primarily consumers are guided on value for money. Therefore, today you can find a large number of package offers for any needs.

Before choosing

Before choosing a mobile Internet, each user needs to ask himself a few questions. Answer them in detail, it will be possible to make a choice. The first question is “what do you need the Internet for and how often will you use it?”. Smartphones and tablet computers can provide today wide range of services- maps, entertainment, online games and much more. If a user wants to play MMOs, watch videos on websites and movies, he needs a large amount of traffic.

Of great importance is "what the user does on the network"? Correspondence in messengers does not require high speed or a large amount of traffic. If you are going to watch videos, download different files, then other conditions will be required here. An important parameter is the time spent on the network.

Important note

Unlike wired internet, mobile internet is not unlimited. This term implies unlimited traffic usage. Traffic is understood as the entire amount of information received through the network. Telecom operators often limit this scope.

Therefore, you can find offers in the form of packages where the Internet limited to a certain amount. For example, with a package of 1 GB, the user can use the Internet only until this volume is used up. When this volume is reached, the speed is limited and access to the network is denied.

"Megaphone"

Each telecom operator is sure that it is the most profitable and good one. Nevertheless, it is worthwhile to study all the offers on the market yourself and draw certain conclusions. Megafon offers a special line of tariffs for active Internet users. It's called "Turn On"

1. "Communicate."
2. "Look".
3. "Speak."
4. "Listen".
5. "Premium".
6. "Write."

Each tariff of this package differs in features. So the tariff “Turn on. Communicate" involves unlimited use of Whatsapp, Viber messengers and 12 GB of traffic to other resources. Additionally, it provides 1200 minutes for outgoing calls to any number. Such pleasure costs only 550 rubles per month.

There is a budget option - “Turn on. Communicate." Whatsapp, Viber, eMotion - unlimited, the rest - 5 GB of traffic. The tariff includes a package of minutes and SMS in the amount of 500 minutes and 500 SMS.

If you have a Megafon SIM card, it is easy to change the tariff. This can be done through your personal account on the site, or enter the command *789*2#. You can send a message to the number 05007892 with the text "Yes".

"Tele 2"

After merging with Rostelecom, Tele2 began to expand its territory. Today, in terms of the volume of users, it occupies not the last place in the ranking. For many years, Tele2 has been hailed as the most profitable operator. This is how package offers of minutes, SMS and traffic are offered. "My conversation" tariff is not for the most active users of networks, but it includes unlimited use of messengers. At a cost of 199 rubles per month, users receive 2 GB of traffic, 200 minutes and 50 SMS.

For Internet users, there are services that include only a traffic package. So the Internet in the amount of 1.5 GB can be obtained for only 120 rubles per month. Tele2 provides two special additional services:

• Unused traffic is automatically charged for the next month.
• If the package ends, you can activate an additional 500 MB of traffic for 50 rubles.

It is difficult for inexperienced users to understand how much traffic they need. If you describe it visually, then 1 GB of traffic is an hour-long movie or 6 hours of listening to music on websites. And more than 10 thousand messages in messengers.

For those who need the Internet from time to time - the operator provides a special service. Its essence is that a person pays for the Internet only if he enters it. Day - 20 rubles. This is an advantageous offer for rare guests of the World Wide Web.

"MTS"

A well-known telecom operator with a red and white logo does not lag behind its colleagues. A unique offer - add an option for 100 rubles and connect one Internet to five devices. This is convenient for owners of smartphones and tablet computers.

Internet packages are divided into three types: mini, maxi, vip. The mini kit assumes 8 GB of traffic for 350 rubles per month. For the Maxi package, you will have to pay 700 rubles already and get a volume of 15 GB plus unlimited use of the network at night. In addition, it offers free use of cloud storage and the purchase of additional traffic if necessary.

"Beeline"

Beeline is known to many people as a home Internet provider. But, in addition, it provides wireless networks. So the “All” tariff line offers packages of minutes, SMS and traffic. For only 350 rubles, users receive 6 GB of Internet, 500 minutes and SMS. Unique Feature here - when paying immediately for a month, the amount of traffic doubles, i.e. for the same amount, the package is 12 GB.

This promotion applies to all offers. This is a great offer for those who like to save and spend money wisely. You only need to pay on time and get a profitable bonus in the form of additional traffic for this.

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Now there are 5-6 mobile operators in each region, however, when the question arises of purchasing a SIM card, the choice is made between four "giants" - MTS, Megafon, Beeline and Tele2. The future subscriber is interested in which mobile operator is better, as he wants to avoid the hassle of mobile communications in the future. It is impossible to answer unambiguously which operator is the most profitable - it all depends on the requirements that the subscriber makes to communication.

How to understand which operator is the best?

The universal criterion is the quality of communication. For a long time, Megafon was considered the undisputed leader in this area. Now the dispute about which operator has the largest coverage area is doomed to failure, since within the city the communication quality is approximately equal for all operators. As for the network outside the city, there are zones that can be covered by one operator and ignored by another - this is a normal situation, because it is physically impossible to provide 100% coverage. If the subscriber is often on the road and feels the need to always stay in touch, Megafon is more suitable for him, but Beeline catches very poorly outside the city, although inside cities it can also boast of excellent quality. Tele2 also experiences serious problems with the coverage area - a SIM card can lose the network even within the city, however, this syndrome can be attributed to the status of a “newcomer” of this operator. An important addition: before buying a SIM card, do not be lazy and go to the operator's website - there you can easily find a GSM and 3G coverage map, which checks how much the locality where you live supports the network.

There are other criteria for the quality of the operator:

• Number of tariffs and services. The list of mobile services is expanding, so modern subscribers may need such options as "Favorite number", "You got a call!" or "Hoot". If the operator is unable to provide the subscriber with the service he needs, the subscriber will go to a competitor, even if the operator suits him in other parameters. Active competition between operators has led to the fact that the subscriber does not tolerate compromises. MTS is considered the leader in terms of the number of services offered, however, this operator also has a weak point - a small number of tariffs: SuperMTS is virtually no alternative for those who do not want to pay a monthly fee.
• Price. The most expensive operator both in terms of the cost of calls and the price of the Internet is Megafon. However, subscribers are forced to pay, since Megafon modems function where others refuse to work. Which mobile operator is cheaper? Here, Tele2 and MTS will compete for leadership, which, however, use different approaches - for example, MTS subscribers do not have to pay for calls within the network, while Tele2 SIM cards are beneficial if the subscriber calls to all operators, since the cost of a minute is fixed.

Which mobile operator is best for internet?

Internet access is provided on absolutely all tariffs offered by operators, however, for unlimited access, you need to connect tariff options. It is very important to have a choice of options, because there are active users and simple Internet surfers who are not interested in overpaying for unnecessary gigabytes. Which operator is better for mobile Internet? MTS and Megafon boast a wide range of Internet options - each of them has its own advantages. When comparing, the subscriber will be able to find that the Internet from Megafon is much more expensive with the same parameters (traffic level, speed) - the reason is quality: Megafon uses only American and European-made equipment, so the Megafon modem, unlike MTS, “catches” everywhere.

SIM cards "MTS Tablet" are very popular among tablet owners. This tariff has several advantages:

• Low cost of connection and subscription fee. For those who are interested in which operator is better for Internet on a tablet in Moscow, it will be useful to know that a SIM card costs only 400 rubles - for this money the user is given 4 GB.
• No roaming. With MTS Tablet, the gadget user will be able to use the Internet throughout Russia - there is no need to pay extra and connect additional services.
• Mobile TV service included in the price. The advantage may seem insignificant, because you can watch TV via the Internet, however, in this case, traffic is consumed, and the image quality leaves much to be desired. Mobile TV allows you to avoid unwanted traffic costs.

When choosing an operator, it is necessary to proceed from the needs of the subscriber. For example, if you often call to another city, you need to consider the availability of roaming services in order to understand which operator is best for calling within Russia for you. Important: when choosing an operator, be guided not by the subjective opinion of your friends, but by the information that is present on the official website.

Compare the most favorable Internet tariffs for phones, smartphones, tablets and computers from Beeline, MegaFon, MTS, Tele2, Iota, Motiv, Dom.ru operators

The presented tables show the maximum prices selected in Moscow. In regional centers and regions, prices may be slightly lower or more Internet traffic may be allocated for the same price. In addition, some other cheap tariffs may be present in the regions. After going to the operator's website, select your region and (or) city, if it is not determined automatically.

By default, all indicators in the tables correspond to the monthly tariff. Some prices are indicated for other time intervals, this is indicated by the text next to them.

Internet tariffs Beeline

*Beeline USB modem from 2590 ₽ can be bought in the operator's online store with delivery by courier or pickup in the salon. The list of modems is in the "Internet and TV" section.

Internet tariffs MegaFon

Rate	Internet	minutes	Price
Internet MegaFon for phone
Turn on! Listen	15 GB	300	500 ₽
Turn on! communicate	15 GB	600	600 ₽
Turn on! Look	20 GB	750	750 ₽
Internet MegaFon for tablet
Internet S	5 GB	-	400 ₽
Internet MegaFon for modem* and tablet
Internet M	12 GB	-	550 ₽
Internet L	20 GB	-	900 ₽

*A MegaFon USB modem from 2590 ₽ can be bought on the operator's website with delivery by courier or pickup in the salon.

Internet tariffs MTS

MTS offers smartphones, tablets, modems, routers, satellite dishes and much more.

*MTS USB modem from 2600 ₽ can be bought at the operator with delivery by courier or pickup in the salon.

Internet tariffs Tele2

*The Tele2 USB modem from 2490 ₽ can be bought on the "Smartphones and Devices" section.
**The cost of connecting the tariff plan "Internet for devices" costs 300 ₽, there is no subscription fee. The monthly fee is indicated for the "7 GB" service, which can be disabled and connected to another one with different traffic.

Internet tariffs Iota

Pay attention to the Iota operator, as in the regions prices can be much lower than those indicated in the table.

*Iota USB modem from 1900 ₽ can be bought from an operator with free delivery.
**The cost depends on the selected Internet speed. In regions, prices can be much lower.

Internet tariffs Motive

The mobile operator "Motiv" is present in Yekaterinburg and the Sverdlovsk region, in the Kurgan region, in the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug (Yugra) and the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug. The table shows tariffs for Yekaterinburg and the Sverdlovsk region.

Rate	Internet	minutes	Price
Internet Motif for phone
190	unlimited at speeds up to 512 Kbps	unlimited calls to Motive numbers	190 ₽
Black	10 GB	450	250 ₽
Red	15 GB	300	330 ₽
Internet Motive for modem* and tablet
Internet for 200	5 GB	-	200 ₽
Internet for 450	20 GB	-	450 ₽

*USB-modem Motive from 2290 ₽ can be bought in the operator's online store with delivery by courier or pickup. Share prices are lower.

Cable Internet Dom.ru

If you need internet for a stationary device, then cable internet from Dom.ru is the best option. Unlimited home Internet is characterized by high speed and reasonable price. If desired, you can connect to one of the "TV + Internet" tariffs.

The Dom.ru operator is not present in all cities of Russia, and its tariff plans vary by region. The table below shows the tariffs and prices for home cable Internet in the city of St. Petersburg.

In the regions, prices for unlimited cable Internet from are much lower. Follow the link and choose your city.

It is already impossible to imagine a modern person without a mobile device, and most of them have a built-in option to connect to the Internet. For many, the function of cellular communication is very necessary for accessing the Internet - this is laying routes, communicating and sending multimedia messages in instant messengers, watching online videos and much more. Without these features for mobile internet, our life would be very boring.

Many companies specializing in the provision of mobile services offer their subscribers not only voice calls, but also special lines of tariff plans. They are ideally optimized for a smartphone so that the client can optimize their costs as much as possible and get a reliable high-speed connection. But there is also a large selection of special Internet lines for a tablet, that is, almost exclusively with dedicated Internet traffic.

But which operator should be chosen so that, as they say, everyone can get what was intended - the minimum cost and good communication quality?

When choosing one or another line of tariff plans offered by the provider, you should pay attention to several important parameters at once, so as not to wait for hours to download video or other content:

• In order to understand and understand the question of which operator is better for the Internet, you should understand that if a signal speed of up to 1 Mb is provided, then online TV viewing services will not be available to you.
• If Skype video communication is supposed, then the speed parameter should be more than 500 KB per second.
• If you are a fan of browser games, then you need a speed of more than 256 MB.

In addition, the signal transmission speed, in order for the mobile Internet to work well, may also depend on physical parameters - the remoteness of the device from the equipment of the mobile operator.

You should choose the best offer that is on the mobile data market, following these tips:

1. You should choose the best tariff plan from all the offers of operators, find a good tariff that best suits your needs. For example, the available daily or monthly traffic quota.
2. Open the Internet on your desktop computer and look at the coverage map of each of the selected operator to determine the best option for yourself.
3. You can test each operator in practice, but for this you will have to pre-purchase sim cards and do speed testing online. You will be able to determine for yourself whether the offer suits you or not.

Overview of offers on the Russian market

Today, when using the mobile Internet, many users abandon their usual smartphones in favor of tablets, so they are interested in current offers specifically for the tablet. But we will consider options for both smartphones and tablet computers.

So, what attractive offers can different operators boast of?

From MTS

This provider is very popular both in the Russian market segment and in neighboring countries, flexible tariff plans and many special offers for tablets and smartphones attract users. And the current competitive struggle for its customers has only spurred the company to develop and improve its telecommunications network.

Packages offered by MTS for tablet:

• The tariff is called “For a tablet”. It includes not only Internet traffic, but also a special television application from MTS, through which you can connect to the network anywhere. However, in the regions of the Far East, there are restrictions for it, since the signal transmission rate does not exceed 129 kilobits per second, and a quota of only 3 GB is allocated for 30 days. Connection price - 400 rubles.
• If you purchase the “MTS Kit for Tablet”, then the user can return up to 20% of the funds already paid to his mobile account, although he also has speed limits and not everywhere he can work fully.
• Tariffs "BIT" and "SUPERBIT" can also be suitable for a mobile device. The first offer includes only 50 MB of traffic for 149 rubles, and the second 100, but for 299 rubles.
• Connect from MTS - this line is purchased only when buying a modem of the same name, but the speed indicator reaches up to 21.6 Mb per second, and immediately after activation, 699 rubles will be deducted from the account, but after that the client will have to pay 600 rubles. monthly.

From Beeline

The networks of one of the largest operators operate in many countries of the former Soviet Union, and many of them have already mastered the new generation of 4G data transmission.

Beeline offers a whole range of profitable tariffs of the Highway series:

• With a dedicated 3 GB of traffic at 350 rubles / m.
• 7 GB will cost 550 rubles.
• 15 is already 850.
• Well, for the most active, 30 GB is offered for 1150 rubles.

At the end of the allocated limit, the user will not be blocked, he will be connected up to 20 Mb of traffic for the amount of 200 rubles. But you can not connect a significant monthly package, but use daily rates, for example, the company will allocate 100 Mb of traffic for 19 rubles per day, or 500 for 29 rubles. You can switch absolutely free, but the refusal of the service will cost the user 45 rubles.

From TELE2

A rapidly developing company offers its customers, probably, the most profitable option for using sim cards for tablet mobile devices:

• The "BLACK" tariff includes 2 GB of high-speed Internet for only 200 rubles.
• "VERY BLACK" includes 10 GB for 399 rubles.
• "BLACKEST" ​​- 10 GB + free TV for 599 rubles.
• "SUPER BLACK" for 1099 rubles. provides 15 GB of traffic at the highest speed.

From MEGAFON

It should be noted right away that the company uses only American or European equipment, so the rates are a little high, but this is offset by an excellent signal even in the most remote regions of the country:

• Tariff under the marker "S" for 390 rubles. will provide 2 GB, minutes for calls and sms.
• Under the marker "M" you will receive for 690 rubles. 6 GB.
• "L" provides the opportunity to get already 20 GB at a price of 990 rubles, while traffic is divided into night and daytime.
• The most expensive, but the most voluminous package called "XL" will cost 1290 rubles. The subscriber receives 20 GB of traffic day and night, that is, 40 GB per day.

By YOTA

The operator decided to exclude voice communication from Internet packages for tablet computers. The company positions them as completely unlimited, so the line of offers is built only on the amount of data reception limit in gigabytes:

• For 400 rubles, the client will receive up to 512 KB.
• 700 rubles will allow you to download data at a speed of 1.7 MB.
• For 900 - 5.0 MB.

The scale is progressive, how much the user used traffic, how much he will have to pay, but in general we can state:

• For the day of access to the Internet, the price will be 50 rubles.
• For 30 days - 590 rubles.
• Per month - 4500 rubles for completely unlimited use of high-speed traffic.

Conclusion

Megafon catches almost everywhere, Beeline and MTS have problems, for TELE2 the device must support the technologies of a new generation of networks, and YOTA is still doing its job well only in the Moscow region.

When making your choice, we recommend checking the coverage area in order to be sure of receiving a signal from a particular mobile Internet operator. We also advise you to decide how much traffic you need per month, and on the basis of this you can already make a choice, automatically filtering out offers with an unnecessary limit for you.

Is it possible to find the best tariff for mobile Internet? Does such a thing exist in nature? After all, each person has his own idea of ​​​​the best tariff and his own requirements. That is why it is quite difficult to find the most optimal solution.

There are a huge number of tariff plans on the modern mobile services market. It is very easy to get confused in all this diversity. Probably, the operators themselves did everything possible for this. However, let's try to figure it out.

Best rate: what parameters are important?

First of all, you should ask yourself the question of what exactly is significant for you in the tariff plan. Of course, the first thing you think about is the cost. But, in fact, the priority is far from the price. After all, there is nothing more important than the coverage area. It is she who affects, first of all, the quality of communication.

Unfortunately, even the most optimal tariff plan for mobile Internet will not guarantee the correct speed of access to the World Wide Web. And of course, the situation is quite typical when a subscriber purchases a modem or a SIM card, but literally in the very first days of use he realizes that the quality of communication does not suit him at all. The reason is simple - uneven network coverage. And despite the promises of the operators, do not forget that creating the perfect coverage is not always possible. After all, there are necessarily those places where the coverage will be rather weak.

That is why the first thing you should pay attention to is not tariffs, but the quality of coverage. Be sure to test the signal strength and speed of Internet access. And only then you can start choosing one or another tariff plan.

Choosing the best rate

As a rule, all users, when choosing the optimal tariff plan for mobile communications, pay attention to several important points. Among them are a small subscription fee, a large amount of traffic included in the tariff, and the absence of any fundamental restrictions.

Regarding the third point - its implementation is practically unrealistic. After all, we are talking about the mobile Internet. If lack of restrictions and stability are important to you, it is better to look for wired providers. In this they have no equal.

Operator tariff plans

MTS

Let's focus on the tariff plans of the largest mobile operators in Russia. First of all, we are talking about MTF MegaFon, Beeline, Tele2 and Iota. Which of them are the most beneficial for the Internet in 2018? Let's consider in more detail. Among the proposals of the mobile market, attention is drawn to the Internet from MTS. In particular, the unlimited tariff "For a laptop". The declared speed of the Internet is within 4 Mbps. Monthly subscription fee - 800 rubles.

Among the main advantages that this tariff has is the absence of additional services (SMS, minute packages that no one usually uses anyway), there are no annoying paid subscriptions, but, most importantly, a good level of speed. Even if you need to watch a video with a resolution of 720, there will be no problems. In addition, you can always use an additional service - connect turbo buttons called unlimited for three hours or unlimited for six hours. Of course, this pleasure is not free. You will have to pay, respectively, 95 and 150 rubles. In addition, you can use torrents. But in this case, you will have to put up with a speed limit of up to 512 kbps.

Another noteworthy unlimited mobile tariff is HYIP. He appeared back in 2017. Those who choose this option will be able to use 7GB of Internet on various resources, as well as unlimited access to YouTube, Skype, social networks and instant messengers, various gaming resources, Google Music, Apple Music and Yandex.Music. Many subscribers who actively use gaming and social services choose this option. The subscription fee is 500 rubles per month.

Often, MTF users choose the MTS Connect-4 tariff and order an additional Internet VIP, which provides 30 GB of traffic (the cost is 1200 rubles per month). If you use a tablet, then it is better to choose a different tariff - “For a tablet”. Here, 10 GB per month is available for 550 rubles.

Beeline

Beeline subscribers often choose "Internet without a computer". Such a tariff provides 25GB of traffic per month for 1200 rubles. But already from the fourth month of use, this number increases to 30GB. In a situation where all GB are spent, the speed is limited to 64 kbps. However, you can return to normal speed using the "Auto Extend Speed" or "#OKALL" options. In the latter case, unlimited music services and social networks are available. In addition, the tariff plans "All 3" and "All 4" are attractive. The cost is 900 and 1500 rubles, respectively. By traffic - 10GB and 15GB.

Megaphone

This operator carefully considers the line of tariff plans. However, among them there are more and less profitable ones. Let's focus on the tariff "Turn on!". Depending on the traffic that this or that package provides, from two to twenty GB are possible. At the same time, the subscription fee ranges from 400 to 3000 rubles per month. No less attractive is another offer of this operator. It's about the tariff "Turn on! Premium. The package includes twenty GB of traffic, unlimited for instant messengers, social networks, music portals, as well as more than a hundred television channels and several films. This is ideal not only for mobile, but also for tablets.

Another attractive tariff is MegaFon Online. Several options are available for this package. "Internet M", "Internet L", "Internet XL". Accordingly, 16, 36 and 30 GB at a price of 590, 590 and 1290 rubles per month.

Tele 2

Among the most attractive tariffs of this operator are “My Online +”, “Internet to Tablet”, “50GB”. The first is the optimal solution for a smartphone. The cost is 799 rubles for 30 GB (another 15 GB can also be exchanged for traffic instead of 1500 minutes). The second includes 15 GB of traffic, unlimited nights and free use of social networks, the ability to watch movies, etc. The cost of such a tariff is 499 rubles per month. The tariff for the 50 Gb modem is 999 rubles per month. At night - unlimited.

Key Findings

But, nevertheless, which operator is the best for accessing the Internet? It all depends on many nuances. For example, your willingness and desire to pay an expensive tariff, so as not to think every minute about how much GB has already been spent and how much is left. Or from attachment to a particular cellular operator.

No less important is what, in fact, the Internet is needed for: for work? In order to "sit" in social networks? Or for using various messengers? Only in this way, answering all these questions, you can understand what is the best mobile Internet tariff for me, given my special requirements.

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