Vodafone Red Max price increase and why being contract-free matters more than ever
posted 30th March 2026
We want to be upfront with you: from 1st April, the price of Vodafone Unlimited Red Max lines is going up to £21.50.
If you're on that tariff, you'll see the change reflected in your next bill. We know price increases are never welcome, and we won't dress it up - this one comes from Vodafone, and it affects the Red Max tier specifically. But here's the silver lining, and it's a genuine one: because SIMcredible runs on rolling monthly plans, you're never trapped.
No 12-month contract. No 24-month contract. No exit fees.
If a price goes up and you'd rather switch, you can — in minutes, keeping your number. That's the whole point of what we do. It's also worth knowing that the Red Max isn't the only option on the table. If you're on Red Max because you want unlimited data and top-end speeds, our Vodafone Unlimited plans are worth a look — in many cases, they offer strong everyday performance at competitive pricing. And if you're mostly on Wi-Fi and don't need unlimited data, a Red bundle could save you money without any noticeable difference day-to-day.
We broke down the differences in detail in our Vodafone Unlimited vs Red guide.
This is exactly why we built SIMcredible the way we did. Networks adjust their tariffs — that's just reality. What shouldn't happen is customers being stuck on a rising price with nowhere to go. With a rolling monthly plan, you've always got a way out, and always have options.