SmarTone has a total of 58 mobile monthly plans in the GoPlan (goplanhk.com) database, the most among the 6 carriers, with monthly fees from $79 to $739, covering entry-level, mid-tier and high-end data users. Having so many plans means flexibility, but also means you'll need more time to compare. Below, based on actual database figures, we break down SmarTone's pros and cons, who it suits, and which value plans are worth noting.
SmarTone at a glance: the most plan choices in Hong Kong
According to data verified by GoPlan (goplanhk.com) as of 26 August 2026, the 6 Hong Kong carriers have a total of 142 mobile monthly plans. SmarTone accounts for 58 of them, well ahead of second-placed 3HK (33) and CMHK (23). SmarTone's monthly fees range from $79 to $739, with a higher ceiling than other major carriers, reflecting that it doesn't only serve the entry-level market but also covers high-end and high-data plans.
| Carrier | Number of mobile plans | Monthly fee range |
|---|---|---|
| SmarTone | 58 | $79-$739 |
| 3HK | 33 | $58-$394 |
| CMHK | 23 | $68-$399 |
| csl/1O1O | 22 | $78-$249 |
| HKBN | 5 | $81-$148 |
| HGC | 1 | $78 |
Three clear advantages of SmarTone
- Most plan variety: 58 plans across multiple price points and data tiers, making it easy to find a combination that suits different usage levels and budgets.
- The only carrier with a clear "student" label: SmarTone is the only carrier in the database with clearly marked student offers, with 3 student plans from $128 to $159 per month — a visible identity discount for tertiary students.
- Some plans have local data rollover: unused local data can be carried over to the next month, up to a maximum of 500GB, suitable for users with fluctuating usage.
SmarTone's drawbacks: entry-level pricing isn't necessarily the cheapest, and more choices mean more time
SmarTone's entry-level plan costs $79 per month, which isn't the most aggressive compared with entry-level options such as 3HK's $58 and HGC's $78. If you simply want the lowest monthly fee to keep a number active or only use very little data, SmarTone may not be the most cost-effective choice. Also, 58 plans means a higher barrier to comparison, especially since some plans may have application restrictions such as port-in, device purchase or contract renewal — be sure to filter carefully before deciding.
Who is SmarTone best for?
- Users who want the widest plan selection and are willing to spend time comparing
- Students / tertiary students who want clear benefits through student status
- Users with unstable usage who want local data rollover to reduce waste
- High-data users or those with a higher budget, since SmarTone's monthly fee ceiling goes up to $739, leaving plenty of room to choose
Three value plans: $79 entry-level, $139 mid-tier, $159 student
Taking monthly fee and data allowance together, these three SmarTone plans are worth prioritising for comparison in the database. The $79/10GB plan suits low-usage users or those who want to stay on SmarTone's network; it's an entry-level price but not necessarily the cheapest in Hong Kong. The $139/30GB plan is a balanced choice for 5G mid-tier users, with a relatively reasonable data-to-monthly-fee ratio. The $159 student plan is at the upper end among the database's student-labelled plans, but it specifies an admin fee waiver and rebates; if the effective monthly fee drops after rebates, it becomes even better value for students.
How to quickly filter among the 58 plans
Step one: decide your monthly data usage and budget first, such as low usage under 10GB or mid usage around 30GB. Step two: use GoPlan's filters to lock in "SmarTone", "student", "local data rollover" and contract length — no need to open every plan one by one. Step three: beyond monthly fee, also look at admin fee, rebates, FUP throttling and eligibility. Among the 142 plans in the database, 69 are 24-month contracts and 56 are 36-month contracts; contract length greatly affects total cost, so be sure to verify the contract term for each SmarTone plan as well, not just the monthly fee.
Final checklist before signing up
Before deciding on a SmarTone plan, confirm four things: whether there are application restrictions such as port-in / device purchase / new number; whether the admin fee is already included in the monthly fee; if it's a student plan, you need valid student proof; and if you use an "unlimited" data plan, check the post-FUP throttled speed — OFCA only requires the minimum not to be lower than 128Kbps, but in practice 128Kbps is only enough for basic WhatsApp text; video streaming will be difficult. These are often the real costs beyond the monthly fee.