Vodafone tries to save itself in Spain. His last measure is desperate and it is his last train

As the year 2024 arrives, Vodafone in Spain has taken drastic measures to try to ensure the long-term sustainability of its business. The latest card played by the British operator is the updating of the prices of all its tariffs, both fiber and mobile, with the aim of adapting to the consumer price index (CPI) and, at the same time, maintaining a clear and honest relationship with your customer. clients. But what effects will these changes have on users and what will this move mean for Vodafone’s future in the country?

How do price increases affect them?

The index used by Vodafone to apply the price adjustment is the average year-on-year CPI, calculated from October 2022 to September 2023, which represents an increase of 4.38%. The operator believes that this measure is necessary for long-term sustainability and to act transparently with its customers. The new tariffs came into force from 1 January 2024, marking a difference from last year, when adjustments were made from 22 January 2023. It is worth remembering that social tariffs will not be increased.

Changes in Vodafone mobile tariffs

Mobile-only rates will see price adjustments, although smaller than other modes. Some of the notable changes in mobile tariffs are:

• Vodafone and Mobile: 50 GB of data at 5G speed for 17 euros per month (no price change).
• Vodafone unlimited basic: Unlimited data and minutes (5G and high speed at 10 Mbps) for 28.10 euros per month (previously 27 euros per month).
• Maximum unlimited Vodafone: unlimited data at maximum speed and unlimited 5G minutes for 37.10 euros per month (previously 35.60 euros per month).
• Vodafone Unlimited Max with HBO Max, Disney+ or Amazon Prime: 40.70 euros per month (previously 39 euros per month).

Increase in fiber and convergent tariffs

In the case of tariffs that include fiber and those that combine fiber and mobile, price increases can reach up to 4.20 euros in the most expensive option. Some examples of prime rates are:

• Yu rate 300 Mbps fiber only: 27 euros per month (without price change).
• An unlimited base: Fiber and line at 600 Mbps with unlimited data and minutes at 55.20 euros per month (online promotion at 50.20 euros, previously 52.90 euros per month).
• An unlimited maximum 600 Mbps: 600 Mbps fiber, unlimited data line and minutes and TV with +70 channels at 62 euros per month (previously 59.40 euros per month).
• An unlimited duo: 600 Mbps fiber with Super WiFi, 2 mobile lines with unlimited data and minutes, TV with +70 channels and choice between HBO Max + Prime Video or Disney Plus + Prime Video at 78.90 euros per month (previously 75.60 euros; with online offer it is reduced to 68.90 euros per month).
• Unlimited Home: 1 Gbps fiber + up to 4 unlimited lines + TV with more than 100 channels and choice between HBO Max, Disney+ and Prime Video at 91.40 euros per month (previously 87.40 euros per month).

Notice of stay

Vodafone warns that updating prices according to the CPI does not give the right to request termination of the contract and that if the user decides to cancel and has pending commitments, he will have to pay the corresponding penalty. This aspect highlights the importance of understanding the terms and conditions when signing a contract with the operator.

And what about Lowi?

Lowi, however, Vodafone’s secondary operator, will not be affected by these price increases, remaining an interesting option for those looking for competitive rates without being influenced by inflationary fluctuations.

It is worth mentioning that Vodafone Spain has been acquired by Zegona and, once the deal is formalized and control of the investment fund is taken, we could see changes in both the main and secondary operators. A more aggressive pricing policy should be one of the strategies to reverse the current situation, as the red operator has suffered a significant loss of customers. The entry into force of the new tariffs is only one step, but the situation could evolve further with the implementation of future measures by Zegona.

2024-01-06 16:43:41
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