Fido

$33 Prepaid Talk, Text & Data Plan

For existing members only

iPhone 13 256GB ($1,027.08 upfront)
Fido
Total Price
$33 per month + $1,027.08 upfront
  • Plan: $33 per month
  • Phone: $1,027.08 upfront (in Midnight)
Data
3GB
Calls & Texts
Unlimited Minutes
Canada-Wide Minutes

Unlimited Messages
International texts, picture & video messaging
Type
Prepaid (1 Month)
$33
Per 1 Month Top-up
+ $1,027.08 Upfront

Plan Details

Important Update: 

Fido Prepaid services will shut down on February 20, 2025 and are now only available to existing customers.

Keep your number and avoid losing mobile service with these options:

  • Switch to a Fido monthly plan with exclusive offers, reach out at 1-844-235-3766
  • Get a Chatr plan with no credit check, no commitments, no term contracts, and affordable plans with 4G coverage, reach out at 1-844-235-3766


About this Plan

This By the Month prepaid plan includes:

  • 3GB Data (Additional data usage: 5¢/MB.)
  • Unlimited Canada-wide Minutes
  • Unlimited texts, picture & video messaging to Canadian, U.S. or international wireless numbers
  • 9-1-1 Emergency Access Fee included

Features & Benefits

Unlimited Anytime Minutes

Use your minutes to make Canada-Wide calls anytime.

Unlimited International Text

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

Other Included Features

With Fido, the following features are also included:

  • Voice Messaging
  • Call Display
  • Call Waiting
  • 9-1-1 Emergency Access Fee included
  • No Activation Fee
  • eSIM Compatible

Add-ons

Add options to your plans if needed:

  • US Preferred Calling: $5/mo., regular PPU US long distance charge ($0.70/minute) applies if recurring $5/mo. fee is not paid
  • International Preferred Calling: $5/mo., get preferred rates for International calls to over 180 destinations

Additional plan information

Fido Prepaid Customers are charged 75¢ monthly Emergency Access Fee (non-government fee) to provide access to emergency services. This fee is already included in the monthly service price of the plan.

Certain provinces may charge an additional 9-1-1 government fee as follow: $1.88 in Saskatchewan, 46¢ in Québec, 43¢ in Nova Scotia, 97¢ in New Brunswick, 70¢ in Prince Edward Island, 95¢ in Alberta and 75¢ in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Network and Coverage

The Fido Network covers 33 million Canadians from coast to coast. When you travel in Canada on the Fido network, your calls will be considered local or long distance and you will not incur roaming charges.

Key Points


Positives

  • Bring Your Own Phone
  • Unlimited Free Nights & Weekends Minutes (Canada-wide Minutes)

Features

  • Able to change plan up and back for free

Full Cost Breakdown

Description Upfront Monthly
Plan Fido $33 Prepaid Talk, Text & Data Plan - $33.00
Phone iPhone 13 256GB: $1,027.08 upfront (in Midnight) $1,027.08 -
Minutes Unlimited Minutes (Canada-Wide Minutes) - -
Data 3GB Data - -
Messages Unlimited (International texts, picture & video messaging) - -
Total $1,027.08 $33.00

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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 32 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 $33 Prepaid Talk, Text & Data Plan