First, don’t buy anything on the actual Friday. Black Friday deals are a marathon, not a sprint; prices often get better on Cyber Monday. Second, set a “crazy limit.” If a plan costs less than your weekly avocado toast budget, buy it. If it’s more than a pizza, walk away.
I once saw a deal for 99p for 6 months on a 5G Sim. I bought three. I don’t even need three phones. I just wanted to feel something. That’s the power of Sim Deals Black Friday—it’s a temporary cure for mid-life boredom.
I’ve found the cheapest SIM only deal in the SMARTY Black Friday sale | T3
The Hidden Winners
Don’t sleep on the smaller carriers. Networks like Giffgaff or Smarty (who run on the big towers) often have Black Friday prices that make the giants look greedy. They don’t have the marketing budget of a Marvel movie, so they just charge less. It’s a revolution, but quieter.
Last year, a friend of mine accidentally signed up for a 24-month contract with a major brand instead of a 30-day SIM. He’s still paying for it. He calls it his “financial tattoo.” Don’t be that person. Always pick 30-day rolling unless you’re marrying the network.
