Fido

$30 Talk & Text Plan

BYO or Full phone price with 2-year Fido Payment Program

Fido
Total Price
$25 per month
(after $5/mo. discount)
Data
None included
Calls & Texts
Unlimited Minutes
Canada-Wide Minutes

Unlimited Messages
International Text, Picture & Video messages
Type
No Contract
Current Deal
Limited-Time Offer! Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan.
$25/mth
(after $5/mo. discount)

Plan Details

About this Plan

All plans include:

  • Unlimited Canada-wide Minutes (except $15 plan)
  • Data (except Talk & Text plans)
  • Unlimited International Text, Picture & Video Messaging

Device Options

All plans available monthly or with a 2-year agreement:

  • Purchase a new phone in 24 equal monthly payments on a 2-year term agreement with Fido Payment Program. If your phone agreement is terminated or your mobile plan is cancelled, the outstanding balance becomes due and the promo credit (if applicable) will end.
  • Bring your Own Phone: Activate your unlocked phone on any plan
  • Pay for your phone full price

Features & Benefits

Unlimited International Text

Includes messages sent from Canada on the Fido network to Canadian, U.S. and international wireless numbers. Sent/received premium messages and messages sent while roaming not included and charged at applicable rates.

No Data Overages

Fido will pause your data once you've reached your limit so you won't get any data overage surprises. Valid on plans with talk, texts, and data plans (not available on data only plans).

Other Included Features

With Fido, the following features are also included:

  • Fido Roam allows you to deduct your data, talk & text from your plan when traveling, for $12/day in the U.S. and $15/day in many international destinations. It is available with all postpaid plans. 
  • Caller Display
  • Voicemail
  • No Activation Fee on online orders ($75 in-store)
  • eSIM Compatible
  • Free in-store Express Pickup as soon as the same day at participating Fido stores, or Free Shipping (2 to 5 business days)
  • Trade in your old device and get up to $950 credit towards purchasing a new phone or receive it in your future billing.  

Prepaid Plan

Starting February 20, 2025 Prepaid services will be available through Chatr.  

Visit a Fido retail store near you if you were a Fido Prepaid customer and have questions.

Add-Ons

Add options to your plans if needed:

  • Unlimited U.S. calling: $15/mo. (not applicable while roaming)
  • Fido Roam Travelling to the US: $12/day, includes minutes, texts and data
  • International Preferred Calling: $6/mo., save up to 98% on calls from Canada to over 100 destinations
  • Fido Roam Travelling Internationally: $15/day, includes minutes, texts and data
  • 1500 Minutes to select Countries: $5/mo.


Additional information

The following monthly government 9-1-1 fees apply: $1.88 in Saskatchewan, 46¢ in Québec, 43¢ in Nova Scotia, 97¢ in New Brunswick, 70¢ in Prince Edward Island, 95¢ in Alberta, 75¢ in British Columbia, 75¢ in Manitoba and 75¢ in Ontario.

Network and Coverage

The Fido Network covers 97% of Canadians from coast to coast. When you travel in Canada on the Fido network, your calls will not incur roaming charges.






Key Points


Positives

  • Free Calling to Other Numbers on same Account
  • No Long Distance Charges (Nationwide Calling)
  • Bring Your Own Phone
  • Free voicemail (or included in monthly minutes)
  • eSIM connectivity option
  • Unlimited Minutes

Full Cost Breakdown

Description Upfront Monthly
Plan Fido $30 Talk & Text Plan - $30.00
Minutes Unlimited Minutes (Canada-Wide Minutes) - -
Messages Unlimited (International Text, Picture & Video messages) - -
Fees Waived Online Set-up Fee - -
Deal Limited-Time Offer! Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan. - -$5.00
Total - $25.00

Other Phones Available

Phone Pricing:
Sort Phones:

TCL 502

TCL's Android 13 Go Edition device with 6" FW + IPS LCD + 90Hz refresh rate, a 5MP main camera, Face Unlock, Quad-core processor and 3000mAh battery
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$115

Nubia A75

Android 13 smartphone with 6.52" HD+ display, 13MP + 2MP + 2MP rear cameras, 4GB RAM, 2.0 GHz octa-core processor, 5000 mAh battery, dual microphones and noise reduction
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$150

Motorola Moto G 5G (2024)

Android 14 5G smartphone with 6.6" HD+ display + 120Hz refresh rate, up to 8GB RAM, 50MP Rear Camera and 2.0 GHz octa-core processor
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$249.99

Motorola Moto G Play (2023)

Android 12 smartphone with 6.5" Max Vision HD+ display, 16MP + 2MP triple rear cameras, 3GB RAM, 1.8 GHz octa-core processor and 5000 mAh battery
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$249.99

TCL 50 XE NXTPAPER 5G

TCL's Android 14 device with 5G network, 6.6" HD+ LCD with NXTVISION® 90Hz refresh rate, 50MP triple camera, Face Key, and Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$310

Samsung Galaxy A15 5G

Affordable Android 14 5G smartphone with a 6.5" Super AMOLED and 50MP triple cameras
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$316

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

Affordable Android 14 5G smartphone with a 6.7" Super AMOLED and 50MP triple cameras
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$316

Motorola Moto G Power (2024)

Android 14 smartphone with 6.7" Full HD+ Vision display, up to 8GB RAM, 50MP camera system, and improved battery life
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$399.99

iPhone SE (2022) 64GB

New SE version features a powerful A15 Bionic chip, 4.7" Retina HD Multi-Touch display, 12MP camera and home button with Touch ID
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$595.08

Samsung Galaxy A35 5G

Affordable Android 14 5G device with immersive 6.6" FHD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-0 Display with 120Hz and 50MP high-resolution wide-angle camera
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$620.09

Motorola Edge (2024) 256GB

Android 13 Ultrathin smartphone with 6.6" FHD+P- OLED display with HDR10+ and 144Hz refresh rate, dual rear camera and MediaTek Dimensity 7030 octa-core processor
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$715

Google Pixel 8a 128GB

Google's newest processor, Tensor G3 with Google AI, featuring Android 14, VPN by Google One, 6.1" Actua display, 64MP Quad PD wide rear camera, Gorilla Glass 3 front and polished aluminum frame and plastic back
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$796

iPhone 14 Plus 128GB

Apple's 2022 model featuring new dual camera system with improved technology for low light photos, increased battery life, access to emergency services via satellite, and recycled gold wiring
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,027

iPhone 15 128GB

Apple's 2023 model featuring their best camera system yet, new A16 Bionic chip, all-day battery life, Dynamic Island, and a sleek design using recycled materials
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,027

Motorola Edge (2022) 256GB

Android 12 smartphone with 6.6" FHD+ OLED display with HDR10+ and 144Hz refresh rate, triple rear camera and MediaTek Dimensity 1050 octa-core processor
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,040

Motorola Edge (2022) 256GB

Android 12 smartphone with 6.6" FHD+ OLED display with HDR10+ and 144Hz refresh rate, triple rear camera and MediaTek Dimensity 1050 octa-core processor
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$43.34/mth

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 5G 128GB

Samsung’s 2024 Galaxy series phone with the fastest processor available, Galaxy AI-powered, Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, high-quality camera, super-smooth 120Hz screen refresh and durable with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and Victus+ shielding the back and front
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,111.49

iPhone 16 128GB

Apple's 2024 model featuring their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Bionic chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,161

iPhone 15 Plus 128GB

Apple's 2023 model featuring their best camera system yet, new A16 Bionic chip, all-day battery life, Dynamic Island, and a sleek design using recycled materials
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,181

Samsung Galaxy S23 5G 128GB

Samsung’s 2023 Galaxy series phone with the fastest processor available, upgraded cameras with improved Night Mode and flaw detection, and super-smooth 120Hz screen refresh
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,197.94

Google Pixel 9 128GB

Google's 2024 model featuring the most advanced Pixel camera and Google AI powered by Tensor G4, with Gemini, 50MP + 48MP dual rear camera system, 6.3" OLED display with 120Hz and Android 14
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,287

Samsung Galaxy S22 5G 256GB

Samsung’s 2022 Galaxy series phone with upgraded cameras, new 4nm processor technology, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ screen along with a protective Armor Aluminum frame
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,297

iPhone 16 Plus 128GB

Apple's 2024 model featuring their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Bionic chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,315

iPhone 16 256GB

Apple's 2024 model featuring their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Bionic chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,315.44

Google Pixel 9 256GB

Google's 2024 model featuring the most advanced Pixel camera and Google AI powered by Tensor G4, with Gemini, 50MP + 48MP dual rear camera system, 6.3" OLED display with 120Hz and Android 14
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,440

iPhone 16 Plus 256GB

Apple's 2024 model featuring their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Bionic chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,469.88

iPhone 16 Pro 128GB

Apple's 2024 model featuring a titanium body, their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Pro chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,490

iPhone 15 Pro 256GB

Apple's 2023 model featuring their new Pro camera system, new A17 Pro chip, all-day battery life, Dynamic Island, and a groundbreaking Titanium design
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,490.40

Motorola razr+ (2024)

5G re-invented flip phone with the smartest and largest external display featuring 6.9" foldable FHD+ pOLED display, 50MP camera and 12GB RAM
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,560

Google Pixel 9 Pro 5G 128GB

Google's 2024 Android 14 model featuring the most advanced Pixel camera and Google AI powered by Tensor G4, with Gemini, 50MP triple rear camera system, 42MP selfie camera on the front and 161 mm Super Actua display (LTPO)
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,580

iPhone 16 512GB

Apple's 2024 model featuring their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Bionic chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,624.32

iPhone 15 Plus 512GB

Apple's 2023 model featuring their best camera system yet, new A16 Bionic chip, all-day battery life, Dynamic Island, and a sleek design using recycled materials
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,644.84

iPhone 16 Pro 256GB

Apple's 2024 model featuring a titanium body, their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Pro chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,644.84

Samsung Galaxy S24+ 5G 256GB

Samsung’s 2024 Galaxy series phone with new mobile AI, upgraded cameras, longer lasting battery, and QHD+, the highest screen resolution available.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,728.99

Google Pixel 9 Pro 5G 256GB

Google's 2024 Android 14 model featuring the most advanced Pixel camera and Google AI powered by Tensor G4, with Gemini, 50MP triple rear camera system, 42MP selfie camera on the front and 161 mm Super Actua display (LTPO)
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,732

iPhone 12 Pro Max 256GB

Apple's 2020 flagship model with 12MP Ultra Wide, Wide and Telephoto cameras with Night mode + TOF 3D LiDAR scanner, 12MP TrueDepth front camera, 6.7" all-screen OLED display with Ceramic Shield, Wireless charging and 5G ready
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,737

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 5G 128GB

Google's 2024 Android 14 bigger model featuring the most advanced Pixel with Gemini and Google AI powered by Tensor G4 with 6.8" display, 50MP triple rear camera system, 42MP selfie camera on the front, 5060 mAh battery and 171 mm Super Actua display (LTPO)
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,755

iPhone 16 Plus 512GB

Apple's 2024 model featuring their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Bionic chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,778.76

iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB

Apple's 2024 model featuring a titanium body, their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Pro chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,799

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G 256GB

Samsung's new flip 5G-capable slim and sleek smartphone with a 6.7-inch display and a 3.4 inch Flex Window, 50MP 2x Optical quality zoom rear camera and 10MP selfie camera
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,807

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 5G 256GB

Google's 2024 Android 14 bigger model featuring the most advanced Pixel with Gemini and Google AI powered by Tensor G4 with 6.8" display, 50MP triple rear camera system, 42MP selfie camera on the front, 5060 mAh battery and 171 mm Super Actua display (LTPO)
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,908

iPhone 15 Pro Max 512GB

Apple's 2023 model featuring their new Pro camera system, new A17 Pro chip, all-day battery life, Dynamic Island, and a groundbreaking Titanium design
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,953.72

iPhone 16 Pro 512GB

Apple's 2024 model featuring a titanium body, their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Pro chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$1,953.72

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 5G 512GB

Samsung's new flip 5G-capable slim and sleek smartphone with a 6.7-inch display and a 3.4 inch Flex Window, 50MP 2x Optical quality zoom rear camera and 10MP selfie camera
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$2,005

iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB

Apple's 2024 model featuring a titanium body, their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Pro chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$2,107.08

iPhone 16 Pro 1TB

Apple's 2024 model featuring a titanium body, their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Pro chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$2,261.52

iPhone 16 Pro Max 1TB

Apple's 2024 model featuring a titanium body, their new Apple Intelligence with the custom-built A18 Pro chip and the new iPhone 16 camera system.
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$2,415.96

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 256GB

Google's 2024 model featuring the most advanced Pixel camera and Google AI powered by Tensor G4, with Gemini, 48MP triple rear camera system, 10MP selfie camera on the front, along with an 10MP selfie camera on the internal screen, 6.3-inch external display and a 8-inch internal display with Android 14
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$2,808

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 5G 256GB

2024 Samsung's new foldable Ultra-light and Thin design smartphone with a 6.3-inch external display and a 7.6-inch internal display, triple 50MP rear cameras, 10MP selfie camera on the front, 4MP under display selfie camera on the internal screen
Deal: Get $5/mo. discount when you activate on this plan
$2,999.99

More about Fido

Fido is a wireless service provider which supports GSM technology and operates on the Rogers network. Fido has over 3 million subscribers and is the 4th largest operator in Canada.

Currently the Fido network consists of three network technologies GSM, 4G HSPA+ and now LTE.  Fido supports all network generation types, meaning that when LTE is not available, Fido will provide the next best network.

Users have the option to purchase a device from Fido or bring in their own phone. Devices must be paid off and unlocked. All GSM phones are compatible with Fido--if your phone has a SIM slot, it will work on Fido.

Customers who want to purchase devices from Fido can pay for them upfront or spread payments over 24 months (subject to credit approval). Fido offers devices from all of these leading manufacturers, including Apple, Google, Motorola, TCL and Samsung.

Fido offers postpaid, contract, no contract and prepaid plans. As of this writing, Fido has a total of 23 plans with different talk, text and data varieties.

Fido offers international calling while traveling in Canada, the US and/or traveling abroad. These options are also available for prepaid customers as well, allowing prepaid customers the chance to stay connected with friends, family, and work at all times, wherever they are. 

The Fido network 

uses GSM, UMTS, HSPA and HSPA+ at 850 MHz and 1900 MHz. To access the LTE network, your phone must be compatible with:

  • 700 MHz on Band 17
  • 1700/2100 MHz on Band 4
  • 2600 MHz on Band 7

Getting Started: Fido Cell Phone Plans


Fast Facts: Fido
iPhone SE

Fido was originally launched in 1996 and went on to revolutionize the wireless industry in Canada with a unique approach to pricing, a money-back satisfaction guarantee and more.

  • Network: The Fido network consists of three network technologies GSM, 4G HSPA+ and now LTE – the new global gold standard of wireless technology. Fido wireless compatible devices fall back onto each network, assuring you have a network to fall back onto.
  • Coverage: The Fido network covers 33 million Canadians from coast to coast. 
    Note that all LTE devices work on the 4G HSPA+ and EDGE networks.
  • Where to Buy: New customers either purchase a new Fido device or monthly service plan by heading over to the Fido website or, customers will have the option to purchase in-store.
  • Buying a New Phone from Fido: Buying a new phone from Fido is super easy. All you need to have handy is your name, date of birth, a valid credit card and a valid Canadian ID. Head over to the Fido website or your nearest local retailer today.
  • Tethering: Customers who add-on this feature, tethering/personal hotspots are supported, as long as customers have a data add-on. 

Fact: Fido offers its customers access to the FidoTM wireless network coast-to-coast and with over 300 roaming partners in over 200 countries.


Fido $30 Talk & Text Plan