Here’s Google Fi vs Canadian Carriers comparison in light of the study on wireless competition that highlights the high costs paid by customers for mobile service in Canada.
The discontent among Canadian users can be gleaned by the comments section in the CBC article in relation with Google Fi.
Google Fi vs Canadian Carriers
Google Fi Mobile service is built upon the WiFi The First Model which makes the most of WiFi Networks, while effortlessly switching to LTE anytime WiFi isn’t available.
Google Fi service starts at $20 per month which includes Unlimited text and talk. Data must be ordered in advance, at $10 per gigabyte.
The main difference in Google Fi Google Fi and traditional carriers is the simpler billing structure (same price for data in more than 170 nations) as well as Bill Protection Plan.
Bill Protection Plan basically makes Google Fi service unlimited, without the need to actually pay for an unlimited data plans.
Bill Protection plan permits individuals who have a plan to use Google Fi service up to 15GB excess data and still pay less than $60 per month for data.
After you have reached 15GB after 15 GB, you are able to make use of the service with slower speeds , or choose to opt out of slow speeds by paying $10 per GB for additional data beyond 15GB during a billing cycle.
Bill Protection Plan applies to the use of data in international locations and Google Fi charges the same rates for National or International Data in 170 countries.
Google Fi vs Canadian Carriers Comparison
Canada has three big providers (Telus, Bell and Rogers) with similar wireless plans that have more or less the same terms and conditions as well as fine print.
Below you will find a the comparison between Google Fi with comparable Data Plans which are provided from Telus, Bell and Rogers.
As plans are subject to change It is suggested that you check out sites of Bell, Telus, Bell and Rogers to see the most current rates that these carriers offer.
1. Google Fi vs Telus Simple Share 10
Features |
Telus |
Google Fi |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Cost | $75/month | $20/month |
| Local Calling | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Nationwide Calling | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Nationwide Text Messaging | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| International Text Messaging | No | Unlimited |
| Max Speed Data (10 GB) | Included | $10 |
| Unused Data | No Refund | Refunded |
| International Data | None | 170 Countries |
| Pause Plan | No | 3 months |
| Group Plan | Available | Saves $5 per person |
| Cancellation | Terms Apply | Any Time |
| Total Monthly Bill | $75/month | $30/month |
| Currency | CAD | USD |
Telus provides a one-time connection Cost ($35).
2. Google Fi vs Bell Unlimited 10
Features |
Bell |
Google Fi |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Cost | $75/month | $20/month |
| Local Calling | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Nationwide Calling | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Nationwide Text Messaging | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| International Text Messaging | No | Unlimited |
| Data (10 GB) | Included | $10 |
| Unused Data | No Refund | Refunded |
| International Data | None | 120 Countries |
| Pause Plan | No | 3 months |
| Group Plan | Available | Saves $5 per person |
| Cancellation | Terms Apply | Any Time |
| Total Monthly Cost | $75 | $30 |
| Currency | CAD | USD |
Bell offers a one-time connection cost ($40) on the first bill. It also provides unlimited data usage , even at lower rates (512 Kbps).
According to Bell the data with a lower speed is ideal for browsing light on the internet messages, email, and other.
3. Google Fi vs Rogers Infinite +10
Features |
Rogers |
Google Fi |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Cost | $75/month | $20/month |
| Local Calling | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Nationwide Calling | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Nationwide Text Messaging | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| International Text Messaging | No | Unlimited |
| Data (10 GB) | Included | $10 |
| Unused Data | No Refund | Refunded |
| International Data | None | 120 Countries |
| Pause Plan | No | 3 months |
| Group Plan | Available | Saves $5 per person |
| Cancellation | Terms Apply | Any Time |
| Total Monthly Bill | $75/month | $30/month |
| Currency | CAD | USD |
Rogers charges a one-time connection cost ($35) and permits unlimited data usage , but at lower speed (512 milliseconds).
Conclusion
As you may have seen, there’s an enticing resemblance between the mobile plans that are offered through Telus, Bell and Rogers that leaves Canadian customers with very little in terms of options and choice.
Contrary to this, Google Fi basically allows users with mobile phones to enjoy Unlimited Calling and Texting for just $20 per month, make use of data at significantly lower prices and with flexible terms.