Vodafone Idea (Vi) has launched a generous offer that has directly increased the pressure on competitors like Airtel. Vi has revamped its family postpaid plans, offering users the ability to utilize up to nine SIM cards on a single connection. This feature allows for one primary SIM card and eight secondary SIM cards. This is particularly beneficial for those managing mobile connections for a family or group.
Vi Makes Family Postpaid Plans Even More Powerful
Vi has introduced a remarkable feature for its family postpaid users: the ability to operate a total of nine SIM cards under a single plan – one primary and eight secondary SIMs. This offer is available under Vi Max Family Postpaid plans, which come in three different price points: ₹701, ₹1201, and ₹1401. Some secondary SIMs are complimentary, while others can be added for ₹299 per connection. This is especially advantageous for users wanting to include their entire family or a small group under one mobile plan.
These plans offer not only unlimited calling but also unlimited data (12 AM to 6 AM), a high-speed data quota, up to 200GB of data rollover, and subscriptions to OTT platforms such as Zee5, SonyLIV, Amazon Prime, and Hotstar. Additionally, users receive free national roaming, free SMS, and access to Vi Movies & TV. This move strengthens Vi's user base while simultaneously posing significant competition to rivals like Airtel and Jio.
Vi Max Family 701 Plan: Excellent Benefits at Low Cost
This plan includes one complimentary primary and one complimentary secondary SIM card. Seven additional secondary SIM cards can be added at a monthly charge of ₹299 each. The benefits of this plan include:
- 70GB high-speed data
- Unlimited calling
- Free national roaming
- 3000 free SMS
- Unlimited data from 12 AM to 6 AM
- Up to 200GB data rollover
- Vi Movies & TV subscription (Zee5, SonyLIV, JioHotstar free for three months)
This plan is ideal for users seeking to manage their family connections on a limited budget.
Vi Max Family 1201 Plan: Packed with Entertainment
This mid-range family plan offers one primary and three complimentary secondary SIM cards. Five additional secondary SIM cards can be added at ₹299 per SIM. Key benefits include:
- 140GB high-speed data
- Unlimited calling and free roaming
- 3000 free SMS
- Unlimited data from 12 AM to 6 AM
- 200GB data rollover
- Full access to Vi Movies & TV
- 6-month Amazon Prime subscription
- 1-year SonyLIV and JioHotstar subscriptions
- 1-year Norton Antivirus and EaseMyTrip subscriptions
This plan is perfect for families or small business groups requiring more data and premium subscriptions.
Vi Max Family 1401 Plan: Perfect for Premium Family Users
Vi's highest-end family postpaid plan, offering one primary and four complimentary secondary SIMs. An additional four secondary SIMs can be added at the same ₹299 per SIM charge. Benefits are similar to the Vi Max 1201 plan:
- 140GB high-speed data
- Free calling, national roaming
- 3000 SMS
- Unlimited nighttime data
- 200GB data rollover
- Services such as Vi Movies & TV, Amazon Prime, SonyLIV, JioHotstar, Norton, and EaseMyTrip
Ideal for users wanting to manage all family mobile usage centrally and access services ranging from entertainment to cybersecurity in a single plan.
Why Airtel's Concerns are Rising
Vi's new offer is a cause for concern for Airtel and Jio, as it allows for up to nine SIM cards on a single family postpaid plan. Airtel and Jio previously offered only four or five SIMs. Vi's move provides greater flexibility and convenience, allowing users to manage mobile services for their entire family or a small office under one plan, controlling costs effectively.
Furthermore, benefits like 200GB data rollover, unlimited nighttime data, and free subscriptions to major OTT platforms make Vi's plans very attractive. These features make it a more compelling and value-for-money option compared to competitors, hence increasing Airtel's concerns.
Launch Locations and Future Strategy
Vi recently launched its 5G service in Delhi-NCR and concurrently rolled out its new family postpaid plan offer nationwide. Previously, Vi introduced unlimited data prepaid plans in telecom circles such as Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka. The company aims to offer various affordable plans catering to diverse user needs.
Vi's new strategy clearly shows its intention to compete directly with top telecom brands like Airtel and Jio. The family postpaid plan targets large families or office groups, enabling them to manage multiple connections under one plan. This move is part of Vi's strategy to increase its market share and strengthen its brand position in India.
Vi's new offer is a boon for users wanting to manage their entire family's mobile expenses and usage under a single plan. Nine SIM cards, unlimited data, and numerous OTT benefits could propel Vi to new heights.
