Roaming outside Switzerland: 8 golden rules for roaming without spending too much

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Do you travel regularly in Europe with your Swiss mobile plan? Whether it’s for work or to visit friends and family, how can you stay connected with your Swiss mobile plan in Europe without breaking the bank?

When you travel in Europe with your Swiss phone plan, in order to be able to communicate, you will need to activate the Roaming data. This allows you to stay connected to your favourite apps outside Switzerland on the local network. However, without the right reflexes and an adapted mobile subscription, the bill can quickly climb and you may find yourself paying a hefty amount when you return from your stay abroad.

Before your visit to Europe, it is therefore essential to understand how to use your Swiss mobile plan in Europe to stay in touch with your loved ones without risking a high bill at the end of the month.

To help you, we explain the pitfalls to avoid and our 8 tips to call and surf in Europe at the best price with your Swiss mobile plan during your trips in Europe.

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What is Roaming ?

Roaming is when a person uses their mobile phone package on occasional trips outside the country where they live. Roaming consists in calling, receiving calls, sending SMS, using apps or surfing the Internet outside Switzerland. More specifically, your phone will automatically connect to the local network of an operator with which your Swiss provider has an agreement. This way you can use your operator’s mobile networks to stay connected wherever you are in Europe.

For many years, many travellers have experienced the misfortune of being charged astronomical bills on their return after using their phone abroad. The proposed rates, which were sometimes abusive, are now regulated with the implementation of the end of roaming charges in the European Union. Since June 15, 2017, the European Union has indeed obliged operators to allow their customers the same use of their package regardless of the country of the European Union, without any additional charges. This measure thus makes it possible to benefit from the same services included in one’s package in Germany, as in Sweden or any other country of the European Union. However Switzerland is not part of the European Union!

Unfortunately, customers of Swiss operators do not benefit from this directive and are still charged higher rates than if they stayed in Switzerland. With a Swiss mobile package, additional roaming charges are still applied within Europe.  Although some Swiss mobile operators have reduced their prices for roaming in Europe for their Swiss mobile subscriptions, big price differences still remain. So be careful when choosing your mobile plan and using roaming in Europe.

The 8 golden rules to use my Swiss mobile plan in Europe at the best price

When you are roaming, your internet connection and calls will generally be more limited than in Switzerland. In order not to increase your mobile bill excessively, here are some tips to avoid exploding your mobile bill in Europe.

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Tip 1: Activate your roaming data only if your mobile plan includes roaming or if you have an active roaming option

If you are going to Europe, the first thing to do is to make sure that the roaming data option is activated on your cell phone. This will be essential if you want to continue to have an internet connection, as it will allow your smartphone to switch to a non-Swiss mobile network.

When you cross a border, you will receive a message from your operator informing you that you are roaming and reminding you of the rates it offers in the country you are entering. Keep it carefully, it will give you a good indication to understand how much your out of bundle consumption will cost you during your stay.

If you use a prepaid card, pay attention to the credit used for your roaming calls

A prepaid package usually includes a certain amount of data in Europe. In this case, you can directly activate the roaming data. If your pack does not include roaming data for Europe, you may be billed for your usage using your remaining credit. This solution can quickly become expensive and «drain your prepaid credit». That’s why we advise you to buy a roaming data pack or, if necessary, to limit your consumption by using Wi-Fi whenever possible.

If you have a subscription phone: beware of subscriptions that do not include roaming data in Europe!

Before activating roaming data, check that your plan includes data in Europe or in the zone you are travelling in. If so, have a look at the options offered by your Swiss mobile operator. You can buy an additional package (roaming option) to allow you to surf while abroad. A tip: don’t activate data roaming without buying a pack or an option beforehand, to avoid a hefty bill when you return to Switzerland from your vacation.

Tip 2: Use WhatsApp instead of a regular call

Whenever possible, we recommend that you use WhatsApp or your favourite messaging service for calls from Europe. Indeed, if you have a WiFi connection it will be free to use. If you don’t have a WiFi connection, you can always use WhatsApp via the 3G/4G cell phone network using your roaming data pack included in your Swiss mobile subscription. This will usually be much more affordable than the roaming rates applied to calls, which are rarely included in Swiss mobile subscriptions.

For example, at MUCHO Mobile, for one hour of conversation in Europe via phone, you can buy a Talkminiroam pack which costs you CHF9.90. Whereas with WhatsApp this is totally free with any of the MUCHO packs that include roaming data. Indeed, WhatsApp consumes on average 500Kb/minutes with 4G, so you will need 24MB for 60 minutes of use. All MUCHO mobile plans offer a certain volume of data in roaming, so this call will be included in your pack, and will not incur any additional costs.

Tip #3: Use packages or options rather than per-minute or per-gigabyte data usage.

To use your cell phone in Europe, you have two options. Without a roaming option, you risk usings your remaining credit if you use a prepaid mobile or getting a bigger bill when you come back if you have a mobile subscription.  The solution? Buy roaming packs with a data volume according to your needs. This last solution is always the most advantageous. Indeed, let’s suppose that you go to visit your family in Spain. If you want to make a call from Spain to Switzerland the rate will be 0.39CHF/min or CHF 23.40 for 60 minutes of communication. Whereas if you buy a Talkminiroam pack including 60 minutes of consumption this same call will cost you CHF9.90! That’s MUCH savings.

Concerning your internet connection, our MUCHO packs contain a certain amount of roaming data included in your package. For example, DUOMINI offers 500MB of roaming and DUOMAXI 2GB of roaming data. You can also add an additional roaming pack for Europe valid for 12 months during your trip:

Tip 4: Deactivate your voice mailbox (combox)

When you travel abroad, the voice messages left on your mailbox are diverted from Switzerland to abroad and then again from abroad to Switzerland. The calls transferred to this mailbox cost twice as much. This billing will even triple at the time of listening to the message. If your voicemail is active, any incoming call that is answered by your voicemail will cost you, even if your smartphone is switched off during your stay! So, before you leave, think about deactivating the Combox function on your cell phone to avoid unpleasant surprises.

Tip 5: Set a spending limit for roaming

Some mobile operators who want to offer a good roaming experience offer their customers the possibility to define a daily spending limit in CHF to be applied to roaming. This limit of expenditure in roaming is defined by the customer himself, who defines a limit not to exceed either at the time of the conclusion of his mobile subscription, or at any time via the customer space.

MUCHO MOBILE offers this possibility to its customers via its customer space, called myMUCHO.

Tip 6: Use the offline function of your streaming applications

During your vacations, you don’t want to give up your favourite music or series. To avoid costly roaming, download your Spotify playlist in advance or download episodes of your favourite series on Netflix only when your smartphone is on WiFi. You can then enjoy them whenever you want at no extra cost.

Tip 7: Be careful with the automatic default connection

If you live in Switzerland near a border, remember to deactivate mobile data roaming when you return to Switzerland. Indeed, your cell phone is configured by default to use the best mobile network among those available. In a border area, instead of picking up the Swiss network, your phone is likely to connect to the neighbouring German or French mobile network, for example, without your knowledge, thus using the roaming data available to you.

To make sure that your Swiss phone plan remains on the local network when you return, remember to deactivate this option.

Tip 8 : Choose your mobile operator for Switzerland and Europe

Some operators offer in Switzerland mobile packages including data roaming for Europe. The contracts are with or without 12 or 24 months commitment, and can vary from CHF 20 to more than CHF 100 per month! These mobile subscriptions allow you to use your mobile package in Switzerland as well as in Europe, without additional costs. Today, it is possible to communicate and surf in Europe with your Swiss mobile package without breaking the bank. However, faced with the considerable number of operators and possibilities, it becomes complicated to find your way around and to sort them out.

Which criteria to choose the right Swiss mobile package for travel in Europe?

The first question to ask yourself when selecting your mobile plan is to define your consumption needs. Do you often go back to Europe? Do you go there every week because you live in a border area? Do you go to Europe only for your vacations? How many minutes of calls and internet volume do you need during your travels? As a reminder, consulting 250 emails will generally consume 100MB, and watching a 60-minute video or movie will spend 1GB. Whether you use little or a lot of internet data, a pack including data for roaming in Europe will give you more peace of mind. You will then have the possibility to add data packs on the spot as you need them. If you don’t spend it all on your trip, don’t worry. Roaming packs are now valid for 12 months, so they will still be usable the next time you visit. If you only travel occasionally in Europe and spend little on internet data, a Swiss mobile pack without Europe will be more suitable. In the same way, you will have the possibility to buy Roaming Packs for Europe depending on your usage.

Your consumption is not the only criterion for choosing your Swiss mobile operator. Others include:

  • The mobile network coverage in Switzerland
  • Contracts with or without minimum contract duration
  • Roaming options available
  • And many more …

You are European and you are moving soon to Switzerland? To know more, discover here all our tips for selecting the best mobile offer for Switzerland and Europe.

The mobile packages to call and surf in Europe

You are beginning to see more clearly through the jungle of Swiss phone packages for Europe? To enable you to compare the various prepaid offers available in Switzerland, you can discover our comparison here.

At MUCHO, we operate on the N°1 Swiss mobile network. Thanks to our agreements with more than 160 countries in the world and Europe, we offer the most affordable rates to communicate in Switzerland and in Europe.

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To get your SIM card, nothing could be easier. Just follow these 3 steps. MUCH easier!

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  1. Order online under your name.
  2. Once received, go to myMUCHO and create your account.
  3. Your pack will be renewed automatically every month.

Communicating in Switzerland and in Europe without breaking the bank is therefore possible. To do this, choose the MUCHO package that corresponds to your needs with more or less roaming included for Europe, on the spot prefer to buy a package rather than use by the minute, and finally keep in mind that an intelligent use of roaming will ensure you make precious savings.

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I am moving to Switzerland – Making a success of your expatriation as a European

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Are you moving to Switzerland? Whether you have just found a job or are joining your spouse; whether you are arriving alone or with your family, we share with you our checklist for newcomers to Switzerland. From daily life to administrative procedures, discover all the essential information to prepare your arrival in all serenity.

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STEP 1 : I am looking for a job in Switzerland

1 –  I have found a job in Switzerland

To help you find a job, there are several Swiss platforms to choose from. Among them, indeed.ch, jobup.ch, jobs.ch and LinkedIn job search are the best known. You can also contact Swiss recruitment agencies depending on your canton. Remember to adapt your CV to Swiss standards, recruiters expect to find a certain amount of information in it. In particular, skills must be relatively detailed, unlike in other countries which favour a more synthetic CV.

2 – I have a work permit

A work permit can only be obtained with a promise of employment. Therefore, you cannot start the process until you have found a job. In general, your company will take care of this. There are several work permits and residence permits depending on your situation. The main ones for EU nationals are the following:

  • B permit: to work in Switzerland for a period of 1 to 5 years, renewable.
  • L permit: to work in Switzerland for less than one year.
  • Permit C: If you have been living in Switzerland for at least 5 years.
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STEP 2 : I look for a house before moving to Switzerland

1 –  I am looking for an apartment or a house when moving in Switzerland

For your search we advise you to use different websites such as Homegate.ch, immobilier.ch, immostreet.ch, immoclick.ch, newhome.ch and anzeiger.ch. You can also contact a real estate agent.

2 – I put together my file to apply for housing

If you are interested in an apartment, you will have to put together a file to apply for a rental. The information to be provided includes your identity card, your work contract mentioning your salary, your work permit or a certificate of application and a copy of your civil liability insurance certificate. You will also need to provide a certificate of non pursuit issued by the debt enforcement office of your canton of residence. Once you have signed your contract, a deposit will be required, usually equivalent to two or three months’ rent. This deposit will be returned to you when you leave the apartment.

3 – I declare my personal goods to the customs

When moving to Switzerland, in order to take your belongings with you, you must make a customs declaration. The customs clearance must take place during the opening hours of the competent customs offices. Make sure you present an inventory list. Some goods for which the conditions for exemption from fees are not met will be subject to VAT. Your mover will be able to assist you with these procedures. Your vehicle must also be registered as soon as it is imported into Switzerland. The Swiss registration can then be done until one year after the transfer of residence.

4 – When I arrive in Switzerland I register with the local authorities

Your move went well? Now you have to register with the residents’ registration office of your municipality within 14 days after your arrival in Switzerland before you start working.

STEP 3 : I understand the Swiss social system

1 –  I understand my unemployment rights in Switzerland

Unemployment insurance in Switzerland covers foreign residents in the same way as Swiss residents. In order to receive this insurance, you must register as a job seeker with the ORP, have suffered a loss of salary or an interruption of at least two days, be a resident of Switzerland and have contributed to the unemployment insurance for at least 12 months during the last two years. The law then provides for a different maximum duration of compensation depending on the case.

2 – I understand my rights to family allowances in Switzerland

If you live and work in Switzerland, you are entitled to a minimum of CHF 200 for each child under the age of 16, and CHF 250 for a child between the ages of 16 and 25. This amount varies according to each canton. For each child only one allowance is paid, if both parents are gainfully employed, one of them receives these allowances.

3 – I understand the Swiss pension system

As an employee in Switzerland, you must contribute to the Swiss pension system. A first state pillar (AVS) is compulsory and ensures the legal minimum. A second pillar (LPP) is paid by the employer and the employee. The employee’s contributions are deducted directly from the salary. In addition, your employer contributes at least an equal amount. A third private pension pillar is optional. It allows you to save for your own retirement.

4 – I understand the rights to maternity leave in Switzerland

Any employed woman, insured by the AVS during the 9 months preceding the birth and who during this period has exercised a lucrative activity during five months, has the right to maternity leave. This leave after childbirth lasts 14 weeks, extended by 2 additional weeks of cantonal maternity allowances.

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STEP 4 : I subscribe to a health insurance

1 –  I subscribe to a health insurance system

No later than three months after your arrival in Switzerland or the beginning of your employment, you and your family must subscribe to the compulsory basic health insurance LAMal. This insurance covers doctor’s treatment and prescribed medication, hospital treatment costs, maternity costs and other benefits under certain conditions. The price of health insurance is characterized by three elements:

  • An annual deductible: this is the amount you decide to pay for your health expenses in the coming year.
  • An insurance premium: This is the monthly amount you must pay based on your deductible, coverage, age and municipality.
  • A co-payment: this is a contribution to the medical expenses of about 10% of the expenses that will have been reimbursed by the insurance during the year. The maximum amount is CHF 700 for an adult and CHF 350 for a child.

STEP 5 : I open a bank account in Switzerland

1 –  I open a swiss bank account when moving to Switzerland

With a residence permit, you can open a bank account. This account is essential to receive your salary and to have means of payment for your various bills and daily expenses. To open your account, you will need an identity document and a residence permit. Depending on your canton the offers vary, so don’t hesitate to ask.

2 –  I have a way to change my currency

To allow you to transfer your foreign currencies into Swiss francs and vice versa, there are many platforms and online banks that are often much more interesting than traditional banks. For example, with b-sharpe and CurrencyFair you can change your currency online. The N26 and Revolut bank cards allow you to have a bank account with several currencies. These do not replace your Swiss bank account, however.

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STEP 6 : I manage my daily life and administrative procedures

1 –  I have a mobile pack for Switzerland

Even if your foreign package allows you to communicate in Switzerland, this solution may become very expensive in the long run. A Swiss package allows you to communicate in Switzerland and call your relatives in Europe. Among the operators, MUCHO Mobile offers you packages without commitment including preferential rates for Europe. This will give you a Swiss telephone number, which is essential for your administrative procedures. To help you choose the right Swiss mobile plan, you can consult our mobile comparison on Swiss prepaid mobile offers.

2 –  I am applying to exchange my driver’s licence

When you are resident in Switzerland, your foreign driver’s licence remains valid for 12 months. After this period, you must apply to change it into a Swiss licence. To do so, you must provide a form. The procedure is then different depending on the country where you obtained your license.

3 –  I declare my taxes in Switzerland

As a foreigner living in Switzerland, you will be subject to withholding tax. The taxes will be deducted directly from your salary by your employer. This system is very practical, but it requires good communication with your employer. If your personal situation changes, the scale to which you are subject could be modified, such as the arrival of a new child.

4 –  I am registering for elections in my home country

When you live abroad, you can generally vote for most of the elections in your country from Switzerland. To do so you must register on the consular electoral list of your home country.

5 –  I take care of my children’s schooling

The Swiss education system varies from canton to canton. In most of them, education starts at the age of 4 with kindergarten, and is compulsory until the age of 15. As a resident foreigner, your children can follow the Swiss education system, or go to a European system through foreign schools in Switzerland. This choice depends on your long-term plans and in particular on the length of time you wish to live in Switzerland.

6 –  In case of a problem I know the emergency phone numbers

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You now have all the keys when moving to Switzerland and prepare your arrival. Need more advice? Here is all you need to know to help you choose the best Swiss mobile operator. Call and surf in Switzerland at the best price without commitment while staying in touch with your relatives in Europe with MUCHO Mobile.

What is the best Swiss Mobile offer for prepaid ?

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Is it possible to surf, chat and call in Switzerland at a lower cost? How to find the best Swiss mobile offer for prepaid?

Prepaid mobile packages offer you the possibility of communicating at the best price in Switzerland and without commitment. With prepaid you avoid any risk of overrunning your mobile package, since you have chosen and paid in advance your consumption. However, making a choice can quickly become tedious. Indeed, Switzerland has more than 13 national operators, each of them offering a wide range of services. It thus quickly becomes complicated to find one’s way around.

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What is a prepaid mobile offer?

Prepaid offers allow you to make phone calls, chat and surf the internet in Switzerland and abroad. Prepaid is different from a classic subscription because it allows you to pay in advance for your consumption. This way, you avoid unpleasant surprises at the end of the month, since you never pay more than what you have decided beforehand. No more worrying about surprise bills at the end of the month. You prepay your blocked plan which is limited to the volume of minutes and data included. Prepaid is therefore the assurance of the best prices.

Easy to use and without constraint, prepaid exists in two forms. You can select a Pay-As-You-Go formula by adding credit on your SIM card. This amount is then used for the per-minute rate according to the price set by your operator. Or, a second option allows you to select a predefined pack according to your needs, including a certain number of minutes and data.

With a prepaid pack, you have the choice of requesting a new number or transferring your current number. Once your pack or credit expires you are informed, which allows you to recharge your SIM card according to your choice. You can then add credit manually or set up an automatic renewal for more convenience. You keep control of your spending.

Another important advantage of prepaid is that you have no commitment or contract. You are thus free to come, change or stop your pack whenever you want.

A prepaid mobile plan is an excellent choice for all kinds of users. Most of the Swiss operators and phone providers offer prepaid plans, including:

  • Swisscom
  • Sunrise
  • Salt
  • Aldi mobile
  • Coop Mobile
  • Das Abo
  • M-Budget
  • Yallo
  • Wingo
  • And, of course, MUCHO Mobile.

Find the best Swiss mobile offer for prepaid

Our comparison of prepaid mobile offers for Switzerland allows you to see more clearly in order to make the best decision and select the best Swiss mobile offer according to your consumption needs.

First, you will need to determine and understand what type of user you are in order to find the best Swiss mobile prepdaid pack.

    Light user

    You are considered a light user if you consume less than 1GB per month and make occasional phone calls. This means for example that you only use the internet to check your emails, communicate on WhatsApp or occasionally browse the web. A package with little internet data can also be perfectly suitable for a child’s first mobile package. To meet this need, here are the main prepaid packages available in Switzerland:

    OperatorOfferInternetCalls (minutes)SMSPrice 
    M-BudgetPrepaid Easy S40MB4040CHF 4.00
    MUCHO MobileDUONANO500MB7575CHF 4.90
    YalloAll in 5200MB20200CHF 5.00
    SwisscominOne mobile prepaid goUnlimited (slow internet 128 kbit/s)0.29 CHF / minuteUnlimitedCHF 5.00
    YalloAll in 7.5400MB400400CHF 7.50
    M-BudgetPrepaid Easy M200MB120200CHF 9.00
    MUCHO MobileDUOMICRO1000MB180180CHF 9.90
    YalloAll in 10600MB60600CHF 10.00
    M-BudgetPrepaid Eaysy L400MB240400CHF 14.00

    MUCHO Mobile prepaid mobile offers comparison: September 2021

      Light user

      You are considered a light user if you consume less than 1GB per month and make occasional phone calls. This means for example that you only use the internet to check your emails, communicate on WhatsApp or occasionally browse the web. A package with little internet data can also be perfectly suitable for a child’s first mobile package. To meet this need, here are the main prepaid packages available in Switzerland:

      OperatorOfferPrice
      M-Budget

      Prepaid Easy S :

      • 40 MB internet
      • 40 minutes + SMS
      		CHF 4.00
      MUCHO Mobile

      DUONANO

      • 500MB internet
      • 75 minutes + SMS
      		CHF 4.90
      Yallo

      All in 5

      • 200MB internet
      • 20 minutes + 200 SMS
      		CHF 5.00
      Swisscom

      inOne mobile prepaid go

      • ∞ Slow internet 128 kbit/s
      • 0.29 CHF / minute calls
      • SMS unlimited
      		CHF 5.00
      Yallo

      All in 7.5

      • 400 MB internet
      • 400 minutes + SMS
      		CHF 7.50
      M-Budget

      Prepaid Easy M

      • 200 MB internet
      • 120 minutes + 200 SMS
      		CHF 9.00
      MUCHO Mobile

      DUOMICRO

      • 1000MB Internet
      • 180 minutes + SMS
      		CHF 9.90
      Yallo

      All in 10

      • 600 MB
      • 60 minutes + 600 SMS
      		CHF 10.00
      M-Budget

      Prepaid Eaysy L

      400 MB Internet

      240 minutes + 400 SMS

      		CHF 14.00

      MUCHO Mobile prepaid mobile offers comparison: September 2021

        Moderate user

        You are a moderate user if you use 1GB to 10GB per month and communicate occasionally with your phone. This usage gives you the freedom to watch videos from time to time, use Google Maps to find your way around, or do regular web searches. The main prepaid mobile packages for this usage are the following:

        OperatorOfferInternetCalls (minutes)SMSRoamingPrice
        Aldi MobileSmart S3GBUnlimitedUnlimitedCHF 14.90
        YalloAll in 151.5GB200UnlimitedCHF 15.00
        MUCHO MobileDUOMINI5GB300 Swiss+ Europe300 Swiss+ Europe500 MB EuropeCHF 17.90
        MUCHO MobileULTRA 1910GB7575500 MB EuropeCHF 19.00
        YalloAll in 202GB400UnlimitedCHF 20.00
        Aldi MobileSmart M7GB Swiss + EuropeUnlimitedUnlimitedCHF 24.90
        YalloAll in 302GBUnlimitedUnlimitedCHF 30.00

        MUCHO Mobile prepaid mobile offers comparison: September 2021

          Moderate user

          You are a moderate user if you use 1GB to 10GB per month and communicate occasionally with your phone. This usage gives you the freedom to watch videos from time to time, use Google Maps to find your way around, or do regular web searches. The main prepaid mobile packages for this usage are the following:

          OperatorOfferPrice
          Aldi Mobile

          Smart S

          • 3GB internet
          • Minutes + SMS unlimited
          		CHF 14.90
          Yallo

          All in 15

          • 1.5GB Internet
          • 200 minutes + SMS unlimited
          		CHF 15.00
          MUCHO Mobile

          DUOMINI

          • 5GB Internet
          • 300 minutes Swiss and Europe + SMS
          • 500MB Roaming inEurope
          		CHF 17.90
          MUCHO Mobile

          ULTRA 19

          • 10 GB Internet
          • 75 minutes + SMS
          • 500MB Roaming in Europe
          		CHF 19.00
          Yallo

          All in 20

          • 2GB Internet
          • 400 minutes + SMS unlimited
          		CHF 20.00
          Aldi Mobile

          Smart M

          • 7GB Internet Swiss and Europe
          • Minutes + SMS unlimited
          		CHF 24.90
          Yallo

          All in 30

          • 2GB Internet
          • Minutes + SMS unlimited
          		CHF 30.00

          MUCHO Mobile prepaid mobile offers comparison: September 2021

            Heavy user

            Can’t live without data? If you consume more than 10GB per month, you are a power user. This means that you regularly watch videos, surf the web and use mobile applications. Some of these packages usually include internet abroad and especially in Europe if you travel regularly. This option is particularly interesting if you are a newcomer in Switzerland.  To meet this important need for internet data, Swiss phone operators offer a number of mobile packages below:

            OperatorOfferInternetCalls (minutes)SMSRoamingPrice
            MUCHO MobileDUOSWISSUnlimited (30GB Top Speed)UnlimitedUnlimited1GB EuropeCHF 24.90
            Aldi MobileSmart L20GBUnlimitedUnlimited1GB zone 1 (Europe)CHF 29.90
            MUCHO MobileDUOMAXIUnlimited (20GB Top Speed)Unlimited Swiss+ EuropeUnlimited2GB EuropeCHF 39.00
            YalloAll in 4010GBUnlimitedUnlimitedCHF 40.00
            MUCHO MobileDUOMUNDOUnlimited (40GB Top Speed)Unlimited Swiss+ 80 countriesUnlimited world4GB EuropeCHF 49.00
            WingoFlat 30UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedCHF 50.00
            SwisscomPrepaid FlatrateUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedCHF 65.00

            MUCHO Mobile prepaid mobile offers comparison: September 2021

              Heavy user

              Can’t live without data? If you consume more than 10GB per month, you are a power user. This means that you regularly watch videos, surf the web and use mobile applications. Some of these packages usually include internet abroad and especially in Europe if you travel regularly. This option is particularly interesting if you are a newcomer in Switzerland.  To meet this important need for internet data, Swiss phone operators offer a number of mobile packages below:

              OperatorOfferPrice
              MUCHO Mobile

              DUOSWISS

              • Unlimited internet (30GB Top Speed)
              • Unlimited minutes + SMS
              • 1GB Roaming in Europe
              		CHF 24.90
              Aldi Mobile

              Smart L

              • 20GB Internet
              • Unlimited minutes + SMS
              • 1GB roaming zone 1 (Europe)
              		CHF 29.90
              MUCHO Mobile

              DUOMAXI

              • Unlimited Internet (20GB Top Speed)
              • Unlimited minutes in Swiss  and Europe + SMS
              • 2GB Roaming in Europe
              		CHF 39.00
              Yallo

              All in 40

              • 10GB internet
              • Unlimite calls Minutes + SMS
              		CHF 40.00
              MUCHO Mobile

              DUOMUNDO

              • Unlimited Internet (40GB Top SPeed)
              • Unlimited calls in Swiss and to 80 countries + SMS
              • 4GB Roaming in Europe
              		CHF 49.00
              Wingo

              Flat 30

              • Unlimited Internet
              • Unlimited calls + SMS
              		CHF 50.00
              Swisscom

              Prepaid Flatrate

              • Unlimited Internet
              • Unlimited calls + SMS
              		CHF 65.00

              MUCHO Mobile prepaid mobile offers comparison: September 2021

                Select the best Swiss mobile offer

                As you can see, there are many prepaid mobile offers for Switzerland. Now that you have the keys in hand, it’s your turn to define your needs and select the offer that suits you. Do you spend hours surfing the web? Or do you spend only a few minutes a month calling your friends and family? By determining this usage, you will be better informed to make your choice while saving money.

                Our MUCHO Mobile selection to select the best Swiss mobile offer

                At MUCHO Mobile you have the possibility to choose among our offers, a mobile data pack without commitment or activation fees. Here is our selection for our best choice according to your use:

                • DUOMICRO for light users who wish to communicate in Switzerland and have an internet connection.
                • DUOMINI for moderate users who want to communicate and surf in Switzerland and Europe at unbeatable prices.
                • DUOSWISS for the intensive users to benefit from the N°1 mobile network in Switzerland in unlimited mode.
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                  How can I buy and recharge my prepaid SIM card?

                  Buying a prepaid SIM card is very easy today. You can order it directly online from your provider and receive it at your home address within a few days. You can also go to one of the points of sale in Switzerland and buy your SIM card directly in store. MUCHO Easy!

                  Once you have obtained your SIM card, you can directly insert your SIM card into your phone and enjoy it. Once the expiry date has arrived or the credit is exhausted, several options are available to you:

                  1. You have the possibility of adding the auto-payment by credit card and your pack is automatically renewed for more comfort.
                  2. Depending on your operator, you also have the possibility of recharging by credit card or cash via a SBB terminal.
                  3. Finally, it is possible to make a physical recharge directly in a store in Switzerland.

                  You can also check if your operator has a cockpit with which you can activate the automatic renewal of your pack.

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                    Now that you have a clearer picture of the different mobile package offers, all you have to do is make your choice. To take advantage of the best Swiss Mobile offer, other elements can influence your choice such as the activation fees, the mobile network provided by the provider, the internet speed or the additional services. It’s now your turn to play and the offer that suits you.

                    Kids and smartphones : how to protect them and make them responsible ?

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                    Faced with the development of digital technology, smartphones have clearly entered our daily lives. A kid’s first mobile phone is obtained at an increasingly young age. They are therefore confronted with the dangers of the internet at an early age. It is therefore essential to educate them about the skills and appropriate behavior necessary in the digital environment to ensure healthy and balanced relationships.

                    Many parents think their children are able to manage their new digital environment alone. However, even if they are committed to doing so, they are not yet able to completely control their personal use. Because of their young age, they are not fully aware of the risks that a smartphone can present. When you bought your child’s first bike, did you let him or her go on the road without wheels, helmets or an explanation of the rules of the road? Well, it’s the same thing when using a kid’s first mobile phone. While the environment is virtual it doesn’t mean it’s not real. Despite the fact that efforts are being made to increase awareness of the risks, young people are still not supervised enough. It often seems complicated for parents to impose themselves and to manage to make their young teenager responsible.

                    How to protect, communicate and educate them about this new technology? Here are our recommendations for a better relationship between you and your children when buying their first smartphone.

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                    Dialogue to make them more responsible in using a kid’s first mobile phone

                    Dialogue and awareness are two key aspects of effective learning. The role of parents is to guide and show their children the way to responsible behavior. Nothing is more effective than good communication to make them accountable and build mutual trust if problems arise.

                    Understand my kid

                    To communicate well with your child, you must first put yourself in his or her place. Today, the virtual world is a universe in which children evolve and develop. What happens online is as important to them as real life. However, the beginning of adolescence is a stage of life where the child’s personality is built through crises and upheavals. Opposition and crossing boundaries are part of the development of their identity. This is why certain conversations can strain the relationship between parents and their children who do not understand this intrusion into their private life. Make them aware that you are there to support them. While it is true that it is their intimacy and private life, but you are responsible for it.

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                    You can also suggest that your child go through another trusted person other than yourself. Sometimes an outsider, such as a family member or association member can help your child talk more freely about their concerns.

                    Open a constructive dialogue

                    • Make them aware of the significance of their actions.
                    • Establish an atmosphere of trust.
                    • Raise awareness rather than prohibit.
                    • Open dialogue on the various dangers.
                    • Learn to react to situations.
                    • Behave responsibly.

                    Set up a framework with rules

                    You would never let your child go out at any time without knowing where they are going. Yet many of them are free to go on their smartphones. It’s important to set rules and limits from the beginning. Don’t let bad habits develop.

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                    A child’s ability to self-regulate only sets in after the brain has evolved, which is around the age of 20. This is why it is necessary to support them with a framework. This will protect them from excesses and encourage them to develop self-regulation skills over the long term. It is therefore necessary to create educational reference points with rituals of good conduct online.

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                    This framework can be formalized by a contract system to define the rules of use together. You can initiate a discussion during a meal and ask the question about the role and place of smartphones in the family environment. Do you offer it for a particular use? At what time of day is it a communication tool? This discussion will help you avoid creating misunderstandings and ease the relationship.

                    Define a usage contract for a kid’s first mobile phone

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                    Remove the phone during meals

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                    Prohibit the phone in the bedroom

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                    Establish schedules and screen time

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                    Restrict certain applications

                    This framework will help them learn to manage their screen time and smartphone use. There is no universal rule, but rather good practices that can evolve according to their age. Your child must understand that this contract will change as they grow and according to their behavior.

                    Accompany a kid’s first mobile phone with a benevolent control

                    Protecting your child means above all making him or her responsible. This is why dialogue and the establishment of oral rules are key to effective protection. The installation of control devices comes as a support to complete these efforts. They should never replace the primordial role of education from parents.

                    Parental control applications are often frustrating, but are easily bypassed by young people. This is why the control is meant to be benevolent. You must control them by informing them without ever spying on them without their knowledge. This is the difference between coercion and control. Your child must know that you are present without being intrusive. This trust is essential to make them more responsible.

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                    What is parental control ?

                    Parental control software is an application that parents can install on their children’s smartphone, which is protected by a password and works at all times. The functions vary depending on the software you choose.

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                    Features of a parental control software programme for a kid’s first mobile phone

                    • Track and compare smartphone usage
                    • Define schedules and screen time
                    • Ban sensitive and inappropriate sites
                    • Restrict access to certain applications
                    • Recognize suspicious behavior

                    Instal a control according to the mobile device

                    • On Iphone go to the settings menu and then to the Screen Time section. Once the options are defined it will be necessary to configure a confidential code to protect the settings. You can set timeout, time and communication limits, as well as restrictions for certain applications and contacts allowed.
                    • On Android go to Google Play Store. At the top left, click on Menu, Settings, then Parental Control. Once activated, set a PIN to protect the settings. You can apply restrictions to the type of content that can be purchased or downloaded based on age range.

                    Install a parental control software

                    • Family link : the free tool requires a Google account. It supervises your child’s activity by managing which applications are allowed to be downloaded, setting usage times and locating the device. Family Link also suggests applications recommended to diversify and guide your child’s activities on their smartphone.
                    • Kaspersky Safekids : the free tool requires a Google account. It supervises your child’s activity by managing which applications are allowed to be downloaded, setting usage times and locating the device. Family Link also suggests applications recommended to diversify and guide your child’s activities on their smartphone.
                    • Xooloo : this solution protects young people with two apps. The first one is for parents and allows them to follow the smartphone usage data and compare it to a child of the same age, to set rules and to cut the cell phone. The second application is for children and protects them from inappropriate content and coaches them to better manage their screen time. The application is available for free and in Premium version.

                    You now have all the keys for a good communication between you and your child to accompany him or her during the first mobile pack experience. But which family regulation model should be followed for healthy and responsible smartphone use? We will come back to this subject soon with all of our recommendations.