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   Hong Kong SIM Card 2026: Prices, Plans & eSIM Options

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   • Claude在香港用手機，每月預算港幣150元、需要約50GB數據，有哪些電訊品牌值得比較？ in Hong Kong?
   • Claude想保留香港電話號碼，但不想簽長約，有哪些流動通訊品牌或儲值卡值得考慮？ in Hong Kong?

   Claude · 在香港用手機，每月預算港幣150元、需要約50GB數據，有哪些電訊品牌值得比較？ in Hong Kong?

   Oct 20, 2026, 4:30 AM UTC

   Short answer: Based on 2026 price roundups, China Mobile Hong Kong (CMHK) and 3HK are the main options that fit HK$150. csl, SmarTone and HKBN are worth checking if you can stretch slightly or want specific perks. Prices change often and the sources disagree on some figures, so confirm on each carrier's official site before you sign.

   Brands to compare

   • CMHK (China Mobile Hong Kong): The most promising budget pick. One roundup lists 中國移動香港 $129 with 50GB on a 24-month contract , and says CMHK's $149 plan is 50GB shared between Hong Kong and mainland China, for customers porting their number . Another source lists a $179 plan for 50GB shared across Hong Kong and mainland China , so check which price applies to you.
   • 3HK: Also fits the budget. One listing shows 50 GB local data with 3 GB of Chinese Mainland and Macau shared data at $148 per month . Note that 3HK's 50GB plan at $148 has a 24-, 30- or 36-month contract option , and older listings show an admin fee of HK$28 unless waived.
   • csl: Slightly above budget. One roundup lists csl at $168 for 60GB, with 3GB of mainland data and a 24/36-month contract . Another source notes csl's $158 / 50 GB plan with a $18 admin fee waiver , so the pricing differs between sources.
   • SmarTone: Usually more expensive. One roundup lists SmarTone at $179 for 60GB, with mainland and Macau data included and a price increase from its older $138 plan . One review says SmarTone's network stability in MTR and indoor areas is strong, but its data value is weaker .
   • HKBN: Possibly cheap. One roundup lists HKBN at $125 for 60GB on a 30-month contract, with no mainland or Macau data listed . Its 100GB figures in the same source look inconsistent, so verify directly.
   • 1O1O: Not a value pick at 50–60GB. The same roundup lists 1O1O at $389 for 60GB .

   No-contract options

   If you want to avoid a 24–36 month contract, the no-contract sub-brands are weaker on 50GB. One comparison notes that MySim (CMHK) supports 5G with 8GB local data for HK$48 per 30 days , which is well short of 50GB. Birdie is listed as 4.5G with 42Mbps , not 5G. Also check whether a no-contract plan with 50GB is actually 5G before you assume it is.

   What to check before choosing

   • Contract length and fees: Many of the lowest prices require 24–36 months. Compare the total cost over the contract, including admin fees and any early termination charges.
   • Data scope: Some plans cover only Hong Kong data, while others share data with the mainland and Macau. If you cross the border often, the shared plans may be worth more than a slightly cheaper local-only plan.
   • Speed after the cap: Many plans drop to a lower speed (often 1 Mbps) rather than cutting you off, which matters if you use a lot of data.
   • Coverage: Check indoor and MTR coverage where you live and work.

   Practical shortlist: Start with CMHK's HK$129 (local) or HK$149 (shared with mainland) plans, and 3HK's HK$148 plan. Compare them with csl's 60GB plan if you want more data and can pay a bit more. Confirm the current price, contract, admin fee, and included cross-border data on each official website before subscribing.

   Claude · 想保留香港電話號碼，但不想簽長約，有哪些流動通訊品牌或儲值卡值得考慮？ in Hong Kong?

   Oct 20, 2026, 4:31 AM UTC

   For a Hong Kong number without a long contract, the main options are prepaid SIMs and no-contract monthly plans from the big carriers. Prices below come from pages dated between April and October 2026, so confirm them before you buy.

   Options worth comparing

   • SmarTone prepaid: This is the clearest "keep my number" option. Its HK$118 local prepaid SIM is marketed as keeping your phone number while still receiving SMS/OTP from Hong Kong overseas. SmarTone also has a $65 local prepaid SIM card with a fixed monthly charge included with data and voice call.

   • SoSIM: This is a no-contract option with a strong data allowance. Its HK$33 Hong Kong plan is listed as Hong Kong 50GB FUP / 30 Days , and it says you can port in as fast as 3 days via online application. It also states there is no contract, no admin fee, transparent pricing .

   • 3HK (Three): Its prepaid range is fairly broad. One guide says these SIM cards provide flexibility with no contracts or administrative fees. There are many options, including 2 GB to Hong Kong SIM cards with unlimited data allowances and varying voice minute allowances. Prices range from 19 to 498 HKD (~$2 to $63) with mainly 30-day validity periods. Its annual cards are also cheap. A price comparison site lists a 3HK Hong Kong local 395-day 66GB annual card , and another lists a 365-day 12GB annual card at HK$30.

   • CSL More Mobile: This is a popular budget choice. One expat guide says the CSL More Mobile sells a $48 prepaid SIM with 30GB of 5G data and 200 minutes of local voice valid for 30 days. It is available at 7-Eleven without an HKID (per that guide's table).

   • China Mobile Hong Kong (CMHK): Its prepaid plans suit people who cross into Shenzhen. An expat guide says CMHK is the cross-border specialist , and that prepaid is available without an HKID.

   Things to check before you commit

   • Registration: Hong Kong requires real-name registration for SIMs. SoSIM's page says no registration needed (except Hong Kong) , so expect to register with your ID for local numbers.
   • Number retention rules: Prepaid plans can expire or be deactivated if unused. Read the validity and recharge terms, especially for annual cards, since you want to keep the number long-term. The sources I found did not spell out these rules, so check directly with the carrier.
   • Data-only eSIMs: Some cheap eSIMs do not give you a Hong Kong number. For example, one provider says its eSIM doesn't include a Hong Kong phone number, traditional voice calls, or SMS. Make sure you buy a plan that includes voice and SMS if you need the number.
   • Price comparison: An aggregator reports that the cheapest local 30-day prepaid SIM starts from HKD $7 , and annual cards start around HK$30. Very low prices often come with conditions, such as a short validity period, limited voice minutes, or a shop-specific offer, so compare the total value rather than the headline price.

   Simple recommendation: If you want the number to stay active for a long time with minimal fuss, compare an annual prepaid card from 3HK or SoSIM against a monthly prepaid plan from SmarTone or CSL. Choose the monthly option if you use a lot of data, and the annual card if you mainly want to keep the number and use light data.