Koodo's Prepaid Plans Set for Price Increase
Starting September 15, Koodo will raise the prices of its prepaid plans by $3. This change affects customers on select legacy rate plans, as confirmed by Telus, Koodo's parent company.
Details from Telus
In a statement to the public, Telus mentioned that they had reached out to a limited number of Koodo prepaid users about this upcoming price adjustment. However,they did not provide specific reasons for the increase. Here’s what they said:
“We proactively contacted a small number of Koodo prepaid customers on select legacy rate plans to inform them that they would see a $3 increase on their next billing cycle, beginning September 15. affected customers can take advantage of any of our in-market rate plans that best suit their needs and budget, which includes unlimited Canada-wide calling and data at 4G speeds, offering even more value.”
Impact on Customers
This price hike means that some users will see their monthly bills rise significantly.As an example, one customer reported that their plan costing $15 per month is now set to jump to $18.It’s worth noting that Koodo currently offers an equivalent plan priced at $19 which provides nearly unlimited calling and texting.
If you opt for automatic payments with your account setup, you can receive an additional perk: 500MB of data each month. While this may seem appealing at first glance, it might only be enough for light messaging through apps like WhatsApp or iMessage.
Changes in Add-On Policies
A further concern raised by users is regarding the expiration policy for top-up add-ons previously available with these prepaid accounts. Previously purchased extra minutes or data would remain valid as long as bills where paid; however, moving forward these add-ons will expire after just 30 days if not used. This shift could lead to higher annual costs for many prepaid customers who rely on these features.
option Options Available
If you're searching for budget-friendly alternatives in the prepaid market, SpeakOut Wireless presents traditional options starting at just $0.35 per minute. For those who don’t frequently use their phones but want coverage when needed—considering a top-up of around $25 could last up to a year—this might be an ideal choice.
However, keep in mind that you'll need a modern device compatible with VoLTE technology since Rogers is phasing out its 3G network this year.
User Reactions and Community Feedback
The news has sparked discussions among users online about how these changes affect them personally and what alternatives are available within the market today.
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