Switching from a fixed internet offer to a mobile offer allows you to make big savings

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With the advent of the 4G and now 5G, smartphones now rival some fixed connections in terms of speed. As a result, many French people are turning to their mobile packages for all their internet needs.

This trend can be explained by several factors. First, the continued drop in the price of mobile plans. Operators are engaged in a fierce price war, offering ever more attractive deals. Unlimited plans or plans with substantial data allowances are now commonplace at unbeatable prices.

Then, the incomparable flexibility offered by mobile. No more constraints related to installing a landline or waiting times for fiber connection. With a mobile plan, you are connected instantly, wherever you are. This freedom is particularly appealing to young workers, students and people who have to move frequently.

Concrete savings to be made

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Let's move on to the numbers. A fixed internet subscription costs on average between 30 and 50 euros per month, not including installation or cancellation fees. In comparison, < strong>it is now possible to find mobile plans with 100 GB of data for less than 15 euros per month. Do the math: by opting for a 100% mobile solution, you can easily save between 180 and 420 euros per year!

But the savings don't stop there. By doing without an internet box, you also say goodbye to equipment rental, commissioning costs, and possible costs linked to connection work. Without forgetting the energy savings: a box switched on 24 hours a day consumes on average 150 kWh per year. At a time when electricity prices are soaring, every watt counts.

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It is entirely possible to take advantage of WiFi using tethering on your smartphone, even if it is not really ideal. Operators now offer most 4G and 5G dongles in the form of USB sticks or portable routers, ideal for connecting multiple devices simultaneously without draining your phone's battery .

Who can really do without fixed internet?

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Although attractive, this solution will not suit all profiles. Heavy consumers of 4K video streaming or gamers will undoubtedly prefer the stability and high speeds of a fiber connection if it is available. Likewise, large families where everyone has their own connectivity needs could find the mobile plan limiting.

For a single person or a couple with limited internet usage, switching to all-mobile can be an excellent option for saving money. This is especially true if you live in an area with good 4G or 5G coverage. In this case, you could even benefit from higher speeds than a traditional ADSL connection.

Towards a redefinition of the telecoms landscape

This change in usage is shaking up the telecoms market. Operators, long dependent on revenue generated by fixed-line subscriptions, must review their strategy. Some are banking on attractive bundled offers, combining mobile and fixed-line at a reduced price, to retain their customers.

Others are investing massively in improving their mobile networks, aware that the quality of service will be decisive in convincing consumers to take the plunge. One thing is certain, if the number of fixed internet subscriptions continues to fall, operators will have to review their conditions.

• Opting for a mobile plan with lots of data instead of a fixed subscription can save you up to €420 per year.
• This solution is particularly suitable for single people, couples, or anyone with moderate connectivity needs.
• Operators will have to adapt if the fall in fixed subscriptions continues

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