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Reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers appreciate the reliable and fast service, highlighting the straightforward switch and the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff. People also value the ease of setting up accounts, good pricing, and automatic renewals. Furthermore, consumers mention that the company provides the exact information needed without overwhelming them with unnecessary marketing. Consumers are happy with the value for money and the flexibility of the contracts. The company is praised for informing users when they are not on the right plan and offering the chance to lower it. However, some reviewers report issues with contacting customer service and poor coverage in certain areas.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Picture messages. If I have credit on my phone I should be able to send picture messages without topping up, if I run out because of sending picture messages, then I would top up. I have been a cus... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I accidentally entered into a 18 month contract which is not what I had wanted. I wanted to increase data by rolling monthly contract as I wished to have the flexibility to reduce the data amount in c... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

as a GG broadband trialist I can say the install internal and external was done professionally, albeit new to the Virgin Media staff doing the work. Sadly the eero router was faulty and took a week to... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Whilst I have no problems with Giffgaff I find your phones are too expensive! I'm sure you could source Samsung phones at a more reasonable price! I think members should get phones at a more reasonab... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Recently went with giffgaff. Started getting annoying texts so created an account just to say I don't want these texts. Got another one today, so went to login to make sure they definitely knew I abso... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Never had a problem with the service coverage, even living in a rural area it's still as quick as if I was living in a town. Price is fantastic for me, having a long term illness it's critical as livi... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Ok phone pay as you go marvelous. Downside is that despite being right near the biggest transmission mast you've ever seen in folkestone Kent I've been getting at best 1 bar and minimal Internet and i... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I received an email from giff gaff entitled member survey, clicking the link bought me to trust pilot so I'm not sure it can be considered unprompted. That said my honest opinion is, great value. No... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Data speeds during the day are no so slow I use my wifi. They speed up and are good late at night or before 9.00am (off peak basically). Giffgaff/O2 say the networks fine with no faults and I have a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service and communication. You're not overwhelmed with emails. Easy to use online account - You're in control. Always generous offers available to suit your budget month by month. Best move I... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been with you for some time now and I am more than happy with the service you provide. Communication is detailed and first class, the fact you inform me that my chosen tariff is right for my ne... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We've had a Giffgaff monthly subscription account for several years now. Easy to set up, good pricing, and automatic renewal each month without any intervention/concerns. We've not had a single issue... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been on the GG broadband trial and the experience has been excellent. The outside and inside installs were completed without any fuss on my specified dates. I contacted online support shortly aft... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Coverage for O2 is terrible despite map saying my area should be covered. Literally no signal in streets 5 mins from my home. This also happens in lots of areas near my home 🤷‍♀️

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been with Giffgaff for almost a decade now and I can’t fault the service. I have the SIM only contract, I was able to keep my number when I switched over, and have recently switched to the 18mo... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Charged £25 for recurring top up charges yesterday and today. I'm not using Giffgaff on my Dual SIM phone. Giffgaff is great normally I have been with them for 7 years BUT encounter a problem and tr... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Everything went well. I did have some issues signing into my Giffgaff account, but it seems there was a technical hitch which has now been sorted. I would have liked a little bit mor info regarding w... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have had Giffgaff mobile for many years and found their service excellent so I was pleased to try out their broadband. I have had a very positive experience with this as well. I have had no issues,... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I have been with Giffgaff for many years and love the total flexibility of their goodybags and rolling thirty day contracts. They have always been highly competitive but other networks now offer much... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been with giff gaff for about 10 years now and can say that I have never had any problems or complaints about the service or the network. I would certainly recommend it to anyone who is lookin... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service and communication. Broadband has been really reliable and fast. When we have had problems they have been good at sorting things out and communicating about progress. All be... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had issues with transferring my number over to giffgaff so I got in touch with the agent and he or she was so helpful and kept me updated of the situation and it got resolved quickly. I would recomm... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I purchased a refurbished Samsung s24 plus from giffgaff just over a week ago. It was described as excellent and I cannot fault it. I looks and performs like new. I highly recommend their refurbished... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Customer Experience Installation was a breeze with helpful friendly staff and not had any issues that weren't fixed by a 2 minute switch off and back on again (and that's only been once!).

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

In the many years that I have been with giffgaff I have never had any problems. I go to Europe for holidays and my giffgaff goodybag works just the same as at home. I notice friends have problems wit... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've used Giffgaff for 13 years; several companies have tried to convert me, but I love the way GG works, how much it costs, in fact everything about it!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I like the fact that giffgaff assesses your usage and often confirms that you are on the right package - even if this is a low value one for them. No obvious hard-sell. Nice friendly messages from gif... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always a great service with giffgaff information on the ball even telling you when you’re not using the right plan and always giving the chance to lower it. Been with you for a long time and not time... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I use the phone as a phone in very limited circumstances but I do like to have access to the Internet when I am out and about. However, I have to say that the coverage for 5G is not superb and on 4... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I have used Giffgaff for my mobile data and call package for many years. Before this sept, it seems good at services and price. This Sept I was charged by my package and credit charge, I found I was c... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

good service and communication re monthly package . also bought a used phone through them and again, excellent service and communication when i had to get it replaced . highly recommend

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service, simple to use. I am on the basic £6 per month tariff which meets all my needs but is flexible enough to allow me to add data if I need it. Highly recommended

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really needed a new data plan for my business phone giff gaff saved the stress of me even looking with all exclusives for 15 a month I jumped on board and ordered 2, happy to say ive got 2 new numbers... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Just done 6 months of GG broadband trial and it seems to work ok. Sadly I've had to leave due to the service not allowing me to use my own router and I did have some issues with the ones GG supplied... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

If your buying a refurbished iPhone i highly recommend giffgaff as i bought one which was in awesome condition like it was literally brand new!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always good signal and never use all of my data. Was advised I could save money on a different tariff. I did and thank you gifgaf really good service.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cheap small GoodyBags of data available, even if I buy one then need to change it they will refund the full amount without hassle. The team is always helpful and respond quickly. I love the most that... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I think you are good for the phone but shit as you banned me fir talking the truth on the forum. I am nearly 80 and have had four heart attacks and have bad cold. And I have had covid five times. If... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love giff gaff. It gives me full control. The goodbags are excellent with plenty to choose from to suit your budget or needs. No contract, and you can choose a different goodybag each month. I've ne... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Keeping me informed of savings sessions and price changes, but I wish they could reduce costs to us pensioners .

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Infuriating. I bought a phone from them, they were out of stock so they upgraded the phone to a higher grade with double the storage. Brilliant! I sent the phone in under warranty and th... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The company provides what it says it will. Connection is never a problem, no dropping out , few dead spots, what could I complain about?

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been with GiffGaff for years, now. There is still no other mobile provider to compete - both for price and convenience.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always keeps me informed. Never tries to upgrade me beyond my needs. No fuss. Excellent price.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used giffgaff a longtime and been very pleased with their service and look forward to continuing

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I get a signal almost everywhere I travel across the U.K and they let me know when I arrive in an EU country I am able to use my mobile data, as if i was still in the U.K

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I like the friendly tone of the correspondence and the voice when listening to phone messages. Everything has gone smoothly- so far! so I’m very happy with the service.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The service is good. Reasonable coverage and the app works well. Been with them since Inception...

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great coverage and great service. I’m really pleased with my current package and it works for me. Many thanks

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  1. Telecommunications Service Provider
  2. Mobile Network Operator

About giffgaff

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Why giffgaff?

Are you on giffgaff or something? We’d hate for you to miss out.

We do connectivity our own way, offering flexibility and great value while doing good for people and the planet.

We put the power back in our members’ hands, with flexible plans for all. From mobile to broadband we keep you connected with a plan that’s right for you. And you can change it up each month if you fancy.

We’re powered by the O2 mobile network, so you’ve got 4G and 5G at your fingertips. And with Virgin Media as our broadband install provider, you can get connected in whatever way suits you. If you’re looking for the perfect partner for your mobile plan, we’ve also got a top notch range of new and refurbished phones to choose from.

But our goodness doesn’t stop there. This is connection powered by purpose. As a certified B Corp, we’re legally bound to put people and planet first. Fair. Transparent. Responsible. That’s connection worth switching for.

So why join?
Great value, flexible mobile plans packed with data. And simple, flexible broadband that works for you. What’s not to like? Visit us online today.

Contact info

  • Belmont House, Belmont Road, UB8 1HE, Uxbridge, United Kingdom

  • giffgaff.com

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

28K reviews

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Connection coverage and stability problems

The coverage and stability of connection has deteriorated significantly over last year, now my internet connection being interrupted several time a day at the same spot where it used to be stable, and the mobile calls being possible only from particular place on the 1st floor (use to be possible on the ground with some problems and stable on the whole 1st floor). The place being my home - the matter is quite important to me, and being Giffgaff customer for years I had the opportunity to monitor the quality.

October 15, 2025
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We understand how frustrating and inconvenient this must be for you. We would suggest contacting our agents through your account, and we can investigate this for you further, to help resolve your connection issues. - giffgaff Jeanette

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Impossible to communicate with this…

Impossible to communicate with this company.

October 15, 2025
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Reply from giffgaff

Hi there. You can contact our agents, through our help section, with our ask an agent option. If you're struggling, please reach out through our social media channels, and we can help you out. - giffgaff Jeanette

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Poor battery health

I recently bought a refurbished iPhone from Giffgaff. The sales page clearly stated that “all phones will have a minimal battery health of 80%. Mine arrived with battery health of 77% and despite attempting to contact anybody to help, I was unable to make contact. The phone is in good condition, but I had to replace the battery.

October 15, 2025
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Reply from giffgaff

We can appreciate this must have been disappointing to find, when you received your refurbished iPhone. If you're struggling to get in touch through your account with our agents, please get in touch through our social media channels, and we can point you in the right direction. - giffgaff Jeanette

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best network ever!

I have been with giffgaff for almost a decade now, and honestly, I don't think I will ever use another provider. They are hands down the best mobile phone network. They seem to genuinely care about their 'members', are great value for money, and I've never had any issues with them.
They have various plans to suit everyone's needs and several times I've had messages from them asking if I would like to reduce my plan to save myself some money as I wasn't using all of the data on my current one!
I couldn't recommend them enough, in fact I've successfully converted a lot of my family and friends to them. I don't sing praises for a lor of companies, but this one deserves it.

October 15, 2025
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Reply from giffgaff

This is brilliant feedback Luke and we're happy to hear that you've had such a positive experience with us for almost a decade. It's great to know you appreciate our member focus and value for money. We're also glad our plan recommendations have been helpful. Thank you for recommending us to your friends and family. - giffgaff Jeanette

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service and superb value for…

Excellent service and superb value for money

October 15, 2025
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We are happy you find our service excellent and appreciate the value for money we provide. Thank you for taking the time out of your day to leave us some positive feedback. - giffgaff Jeanette

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What I get for six pounds is brilliant

What I get for six pounds is brilliant. I wouldn't change at the moment.

October 15, 2025
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We appreciate your feedback and are so glad you find value in what we offer for the price. Thank you for taking the time to share. - giffgaff Jeanette

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Been using GIFFGAFF for many years

Been using GIFFGAFF for many years, no problems

October 15, 2025
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We're glad to see you've been with us for many years Douglas. Thank you for your continued support and positive feedback. - giffgaff Jeanette

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

easy to get in touch with.can change…

easy to get in touch with.can change your plan when and if you want to. great service.

October 15, 2025
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We're happy to see you've been in touch and have had a great experience Catherine. Thanks for your positive feedback about our service. - giffgaff Jeanette

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Like most features but HATE that I have…

Like most features but HATE that I have no signal in Southport town centre as Giff Gaff jumps onto 02. It may be the thing that makes me go back to EE 😢

October 14, 2025
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Reply from giffgaff

Hi Ana, we appreciate you sharing your experience. We're sorry to hear about the signal issues in Southport town centre. Please contact us through our social media channels or through your account for assistance on this. - giffgaff Megan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Giffgaff: A Truly Supreme Experience – Unbeatable in the UK!

My journey with giffgaff has been nothing short of supreme. In my honest opinion, they stand head and shoulders above all other providers in the UK, delivering an experience that truly redefines what a mobile network can be.
One of giffgaff's standout features is its unparalleled flexibility. Gone are the days of being tied down by restrictive, lengthy contracts. With giffgaff, I have complete control over my monthly plan, or 'Goodybag,' as they call it. I can easily change my Goodybag up or down each month based on my data, call, and text needs, without penalty or hassle. This level of adaptability, combined with incredibly competitive pricing, makes their phone monthly plans not just affordable but perfectly tailored to individual usage patterns. It’s the ultimate freedom for a mobile user, ensuring you only pay for what you truly need.
Beyond the practicalities of a mobile network, giffgaff fosters an exceptional sense of community. The 'Giffgaff community' isn't just a forum; it's a vibrant, helpful ecosystem where members genuinely support each other. Whether I've had a technical query, needed advice on choosing a Goodybag, or just wanted to share an experience, the community has always been incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and friendly. It truly feels like being part of something bigger, a network run by its users for its users, which is a rare and brilliant thing in today's market. This unique model contributes significantly to the overall positive experience and truly sets them apart.
If there's one minor lament I have, it's that giffgaff doesn't currently offer home broadband services. It's a genuine pity because if they could extend their fantastic model of flexibility, value, and community to home internet, I would switch in a heartbeat. However, this is a small quibble that doesn't diminish the outstanding quality of their mobile service in any way, as it's not their primary offering.
Having experienced numerous mobile providers over the years, I can confidently say that giffgaff truly surpasses them all. They strip away the frustration, hidden fees, and convoluted terms often associated with other networks, offering a transparent, user-friendly, and empowering service. From the simplicity of activating a SIM to the ease of managing my account, giffgaff prioritises the customer experience above all else.
In summary, giffgaff has cultivated an undeniably supreme mobile experience. Their commitment to flexibility, genuine value, and an excellent, supportive community sets an industry benchmark. For anyone seeking a mobile network that puts you in control and truly delivers, look no further.

Thank you, Giffgaff, for being the best!

October 14, 2025
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Reply from giffgaff

Hi Joan, we're happy to hear that you've had a great experience with our flexible plans and supportive community. We appreciate your feedback. Thank you for the positive review. - giffgaff Megan

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great value for money

Great value for money but not always good for reception

September 23, 2025
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Reply from giffgaff

Hi Sophie, we appreciate your feedback and are glad you find it a great value. We'll look into the reception issue you mentioned. - giffgaff Megan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I think it works well

I think it works well .. i find it a bit tricky to get in
to alter requirements but i am an older member so could be age.

October 14, 2025
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Reply from giffgaff

Hi Richard. We're happy to hear that it works well for you. If you ever need any help with your SIM or services, you can contact our agents directly through the account here, https://www.giffgaff.com/support/ask. You just need to select categories that are closest to your issue to get in touch, then explain the issue in the comment box at the end, and your case will be directed to the correct team - giffgaff Jade

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Does what it says on the tin..

Does what it says on the tin... or would do if it was in a tin! Great service and no issues in many years.

October 14, 2025
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Hi. We appreciate your feedback and are so glad you've had great service for years. We're happy to hear that our service meets your expectations - giffgaff Jade

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy with giffgaff good service…

Very happy with giffgaff good service and price.

October 14, 2025
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Hi there. We are very happy that you are pleased with our service and pricing. Thank you for your positive feedback - giffgaff Jade

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great product

Great product, coverage and service and communications is excellent.
Compared to other leading brands giffgaff prices and packages are very competitive

October 14, 2025
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We're happy to hear that you're happy with us. We appreciate your positive feedback and thank you for sharing your experience - giffgaff Hannah

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I dont get a good signal in the area I…

I dont get a good signal in the area I live and never get 5G. Struggle to get above 2 bars for signal strength.

October 14, 2025
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Reply from giffgaff

We appreciate you sharing your experience. We're sorry to hear you're having signal issues. Please can you reach out to us through our social media or your account here so that we can help, https://www.giffgaff.com/support/ask - giffgaff Hannah

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Giffgaff supply and deliver and keeps…

Giffgaff supply and deliver and keeps it very simple.

October 14, 2025
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Reply from giffgaff

We're happy to hear that you're enjoying being with us, Julie. Thank you for your positive feedback; it means a lot to us - giffgaff Hannah

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been using giff gaff for a few…

I've been using giff gaff for a few years now and have never had any problems apart from the odd spot which is signal free where I live. The prices are good and are very adaptable so it never costs more than it needs to.

October 14, 2025
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Reply from giffgaff

We're happy to hear that you've generally had a positive experience with our services over the years. We're always working to improve the network, so hopefully this gets better for you soon. Thanks for sharing your feedback - giffgaff Hannah

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don't bother!

New to Giffgaff and wish I'd read the reviews before joining them. What a waste of time, no data, no reception, can't make calls texts. No customer service agents to talk to, all online messaging, which gets ignored. And topping up or paying your bill?!? Almost impossible and very confusing pointless website. Avoid Giffgaff at all costs!! If you've seen the advert of the woman screaming down a traffic cone?!? Well she's screaming because she's so frustrated at how crap Giffgaff is!!!

October 14, 2025
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Reply from giffgaff

We're sorry you've had such a frustrating experience. We appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention. Our agents can take up to 24 hours to reply and you can view their responses here, https://www.giffgaff.com/support/questions
We're confident that our agents will be able to help improve your experience - giffgaff Hannah

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