Telus Revives Unlimited data Plan for Heavy users
telus has reintroduced a truly unlimited data plan, catering to those who consume a significant amount of mobile data each month.This plan is priced at $105 per month in Ontario,or $115 if you opt for a phone as part of the deal. It offers unlimited nationwide calling and data, along with long-distance calls to 27 selected international destinations including the U.S., Philippines, Hong Kong, and Mexico. Text messaging is also unlimited, allowing users to send and receive messages from international numbers without any extra charges.
the hotspot Limitation
However, there’s an important limitation to consider: this plan restricts hotspot usage to just 50GB per month. This cap can hinder its effectiveness as yoru sole internet source. While some users might find ways around this limit, many will likely exceed 50GB when streaming videos or sharing data with family members.
A Comparison of Plans
This leads me to wonder if telus is positioning this unlimited option primarily as a way to make its other plans seem more appealing. As an example, their 100GB plan priced at $60 stands out next to the unlimited offering; it lacks any hotspot restrictions and could possibly provide greater value overall. Additionally, for the same monthly fee of $105 or so, you could choose Telus’ ‘Complete Explore’ package that includes 250GB of data along with talk and text services available in Canada and across 68 other countries—plus it features unrestricted hotspotting.
Who Is This Plan For?
This new offering seems most suitable for individuals who genuinely use an extraordinary amount of mobile data each month. while I’m sure there are some heavy users out there—especially those who stream extensively—the average Canadian only uses about 9GB monthly according to recent studies. Thus, this unlimited plan may not be practical for most consumers.
It’s also worth noting that the unlimited data isn’t shareable among family members on bundled plans; only one line will have access to full-speed usage while others remain limited by their individual plans.
your Thoughts Matter!
If you've read through all this information and happen to be one of those rare individuals using over 200GB every month—how do you manage it? I’d love for you to share your experiences in the comments below! Personally speaking, my highest usage has been around 50GB during especially busy months filled with work trips and setting up new devices on cellular networks.
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