Mobily Prepaid vs Postpaid Plans Compared: Which One Should You Choose?
Choosing between Mobily prepaid and postpaid is less about which one is “better” and more about how you use your phone. Prepaid gives you control over spending, while postpaid gives you a bigger bundle every month and a bill at the end of it.
This guide compares the two side by side, using Mobily’s current prepaid plans and postpaid plans, so you can pick with confidence. Prices below include VAT.
Prepaid vs Postpaid at a Glance
| Feature | Prepaid | Postpaid |
|---|---|---|
| How you pay | Pay first, then use | Use first, pay a monthly bill |
| Commitment | No monthly contract | Monthly plan, with a new-line setup fee of SAR 57.5 |
| Best for | Controlling spending, light or changing use | Heavy, regular use every month |
| Extra data | Buy a data bundle any time | Large monthly data allowance included |
| Stopping | Simply do not renew | Change or cancel the plan through Mobily |
Mobily Prepaid Plans
Prepaid plans run for 4 weeks (28 days). You activate a plan by sending its code by SMS to 1100, and you can stop auto-renewal by sending 0 followed by the code to 1100. If you need more data, you can add one of Mobily’s data bundles on top — see the Mobily internet package codes for the full list.
| Plan | Price (SAR) | Minutes | Activation code (SMS to 1100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prepaid 30 | 34.5 | 100 | 30 |
| Prepaid 75 | 86.25 | 500 | 75 |
| Prepaid 110 | 126.5 | 1,500 | 110 |
| Prepaid 150 | 172.5 | 3,000 | 150 |
| Prepaid 180 | 207 | Unlimited | 180 |
| Prepaid 220 | 253 | Unlimited | 220 |
| Prepaid 360 | 395 | Unlimited | 360 |
Bonus data on prepaid plans can change with Mobily’s promotions, so check the current offer in the Mobily app before you subscribe. Data carryover applies on auto-renewal, except on the SAR 34.5 and SAR 86.25 plans.
Mobily Postpaid Plans
Postpaid plans are monthly plans with a larger data allowance built in. They suit you if you use a lot of data and minutes every month and prefer one bill instead of topping up.
| Plan | Price (SAR) | Data | Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postpaid 65 | 74.75 | 8GB + 8GB social | 400 |
| Postpaid 100 | 115 | 30GB + 30GB social | 1,500 |
| Postpaid 150 | 172.5 | 56GB | Unlimited calls, unlimited social |
| Postpaid 200 | 230 | 97GB | Unlimited |
| Postpaid 300 | 345 | 150GB + 3GB GCC roaming | Unlimited |
| Postpaid 400 | 460 | Unlimited (fair usage may apply) + 5GB roaming | Unlimited + 100 international minutes |
New postpaid lines carry a setup fee of SAR 57.5. If you are unsure about a postpaid bill, prepaid is the safer first step — you can always move later.
Which One Should You Choose?
Choose prepaid if you want to control exactly what you spend, your use changes month to month, or you mainly need calls with a data bundle added when you need it. Choose postpaid if you use large amounts of data every month, want unlimited calls, or travel in the GCC and would use the roaming allowance on the higher plans.
A simple rule helps: if your monthly spend is usually under SAR 100 and varies, prepaid will usually suit you better. If you regularly need more than 50GB of data, compare the postpaid plans above before topping up again and again.
Whatever you choose, keep the basics handy: learn how to recharge Mobily, how to check your Mobily balance and data, and how to cancel a Mobily package if you ever need to stop auto-renewal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mobily prepaid or postpaid cheaper?
It depends on your use. Prepaid is cheaper if you use little data or your use changes, because you only pay for what you activate. Postpaid can be better value if you use large amounts of data every month, since the monthly allowance is bigger.
Can I switch from Mobily prepaid to postpaid?
Yes, you can move between prepaid and postpaid through Mobily. Visit a Mobily outlet or check the Mobily app for the current switching steps, as requirements can vary by plan.
Do Mobily prepaid plans include data?
Prepaid plans are mainly call plans, and bonus data offers can change with promotions. For a fixed amount of data, add a data bundle — for example 1GB for 30 days at SAR 34.5 (code 6100 to 1100) or 100GB for 30 days at SAR 184 (code 7080 to 1100).
What is the cheapest Mobily postpaid plan?
Postpaid 65 costs SAR 74.75 per month and includes 8GB plus 8GB of social data and 400 minutes. New lines also carry a setup fee of SAR 57.5.
Can I add a data bundle to a prepaid plan?
Yes. Send the bundle code by SMS to 1100 — for example, send 750 for the 150MB bundle (SAR 5.75, 15 days) or 7300 for the 5GB bundle (SAR 86.25, 30 days). Stop auto-renewal by sending the stop code, such as 00750 or 7302, to 1100.
Last updated: 29 October 2026
Edited by Ali.