Sim Only - Virgin vs Plusnet

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Looking to get a couple of cheap rolling contract SIM only deals and it seems Virgin & Plusnet are doing the most competitive deals. Both use the EE network which has good reception round here but interested to hear opinions on service / customer care etc.

One thing I've read is that Plusnet block short code texts so things like Banking texts, Amazon account verification or responding to NHS texts doesn't work, anyone found this?

Seems to be a feature to block expensive scam texts that has also stopped access to a lot of services.

 

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re: short code txts - i've received all of mine so far with plusnet so idk if that's an optional feature to block them or not

Have you had any issues responding to them? Seems you can receive them but not send a reply back, for example when the NHS text you and ask you to send "ATTEND" to confirm you will make your appointment or those car check text things.

Thanks guys, I missed the Plusnet deal yesterday but will keep an eye out for any bank holiday sales.

 

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Cheers for the replies, it's a shame as Plusnet and TPO have some great prices on high mins low data tariffs which would be ideal for my mum but both have the text issue.

Virgin is about twice the price so I'll explain the problem and see if it bothers her.
All are under £10 so still cheaper than the current tariff.