MTN South Africa offers a wide range of data bundles and packages to suit different needs and budgets. From prepaid daily bundles to month-to-month contract-free plans like the new Pi offering, there is an option for almost every type of user. Below is a comprehensive guide to MTN’s current data products, including pricing, validity periods, and key features.
All MTN Data Bundles, Packages, and Prices in South Africa (Current Year)
MTN Pi: Contract-Free Month-to-Month Plans
MTN recently launched Pi, a fully digital network operator that runs on MTN’s infrastructure but operates as a standalone brand. Pi offers contract-free mobile and home 5G connectivity with no credit checks and no call centres. Customers sign up through an app or website, manage everything from a single account, and can change their plans at any time.
Pi Mobile Data Packages
These are month-to-month mobile data plans with no long-term contract. Minutes and SMS are purchased separately as add-ons.
| Data Allowance | Monthly Price | Promotion |
|---|---|---|
| 5GB | R99 | R1/month for first 3 months* |
| 10GB | R149 | R1/month for first 3 months* |
| 20GB | R199 | R1/month for first 3 months* |
| 40GB | R299 | – |
| 80GB | R399 | – |
*The 5GB, 10GB, and 20GB plans are available for R1 per month for the first three months as a launch promotion.
Pi Voice Add-Ons
Voice minutes and SMS are purchased separately and added to your data plan.
| Minutes | Price |
|---|---|
| 300 minutes | R79 |
| 500 minutes | R129 |
| 2,000 minutes | R199 |
Pi Home Internet Packages
Pi also offers home 5G/LTE packages with speed tiers and data caps.
| Data Cap | Speed | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 200GB | Up to 25Mbps | R399 |
| 500GB | Up to 50Mbps | R499 |
| 1TB | Best-effort | R699 |
Note: Lower-tier home packages get best-effort speeds for the first three months.
MTN Prepaid Data Bundles
MTN offers a variety of prepaid data bundles for PAYG customers. These include EverydayGigs (daily allocated data), standard monthly bundles, and promotional offers.
EverydayGigs (Daily Allocated Data)
These bundles allocate a small amount of data daily over a 30-day period. They are ideal for light, consistent users.
| Bundle | Daily Allocation | Total Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EverydayGigs 7.5GB | 250MB per day | 7.5GB | 30 days | R89 |
| EverydayGigs 15GB | 500MB per day | 15GB | 30 days | R169 |
According to recent ICASA tariff filings, a 30-day 500MB EverydayGigs bundle (500MB allocated daily) is also available at R170. These bundles are available on the MTN prepaid platform.
MTN Super Data Bundles
Super Data bundles offer large data volumes at low in-bundle rates, making them excellent value for heavy data users.
| Bundle | Data | Validity | Price | In-bundle Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTN Super Data 30GB | 30GB | 30 days | R269 | R0.01 per MB |
| MTN Super Data 70GB | 70GB | 30 days | R389 | R0.01 per MB |
| MTN Super Data 200GB | 200GB | 30 days | R499 | R0.002 per MB |
Note: Super Data bundles are non-sharable and are available to all MTN prepaid customers, except for subscribers of Home LTE and Superflex price plans.
In-Bundle Data Rates (Standard Monthly Bundles)
MTN offers a wide range of standard prepaid monthly bundles. Below is a selection of current offerings and their in-bundle rates per MB.
| Bundle | Data | Validity | Price | In-bundle Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly 600MB | 600MB | 30 days | R75 | R0.13 per MB |
| Monthly 1GB | 1GB | 30 days | R79 | R0.08 per MB |
| Monthly 1.5GB | 1.5GB | 30 days | R99 | R0.06 per MB |
| Monthly 2.5GB + 2.5GB | 5GB total | 30 days | R155 | R0.06 per MB |
| Monthly 3.5GB + 3.5GB | 7GB total | 30 days | R215 | R0.06 per MB |
| Monthly 5.5GB + 5.5GB | 11GB total | 30 days | R299 | R0.05 per MB |
| Monthly 7GB + 7GB | 14GB total | 30 days | R365 | R0.05 per MB |
| Monthly 12GB + 12GB | 24GB total | 30 days | R499 | R0.04 per MB |
| Monthly 20GB + 20GB | 40GB total | 30 days | R599 | R0.03 per MB |
| Monthly 40GB + 40GB | 80GB total | 30 days | R715 | R0.02 per MB |
Weekly Bundles
| Bundle | Data | Validity | Price | In-bundle Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly 250MB | 250MB | 7 days | R29 | R0.12 per MB |
| Weekly 500MB | 500MB | 7 days | R50 | R0.10 per MB |
| Weekly 1.2GB | 1.2GB | 7 days | R69 | R0.06 per MB |
| Weekly 2.5GB | 2.5GB | 7 days | R105 | R0.04 per MB |
| Weekly 6GB | 6GB | 7 days | R210 | R0.03 per MB |
My Town Offer
MTN offers a location-based 7-day data bundle for prepaid customers.
| Bundle | Data (Anytime + Night Express) | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Town Offer | 5GB + 5GB | 7 days | R79 |
This bundle is available to prepaid customers based on their location.
MTN Superflex: Unlimited Calling Plans
MTN Superflex is an online, SIM-only, month-to-month tariff plan offering unlimited local voice calls and SMS messages combined with a data bundle. It requires no paperwork, contracts, or credit checks.
| Plan | Data | Monthly Price | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| SuperFlex 10GB | 10GB | R299 | Unlimited local calls + SMS |
| SuperFlex 15GB | 15GB | R399 | Unlimited local calls + SMS |
| SuperFlex 20GB | 20GB | R479 | Unlimited local calls + SMS |
A promotional Superflex 5GB package was also available at R199.
MTN Sky Premium: Postpaid Plans
MTN Sky Premium is a suite of postpaid mobile plans that combine premium mobile and home internet services. Customers receive both high data allowances and all-network minutes, with select plans including a dedicated premium relationship manager.
| Plan Tier | Data | All-network Minutes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various tiers | 15GB – 200GB | 800 – 15,000 minutes | Contact MTN |
Customers can combine these plans with MTN home internet (5G/LTE or fibre) and enjoy potential savings of up to R800 per month on home internet subscriptions.
Video Streaming Bundles
MTN offers URL-specific data bundles for popular streaming services. These bundles are valid for 30 days.
| Bundle | Data | Validity | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Video Stream Monthly 10GB | 10GB | 30 days | R249 | Includes Showmax/Netflix/Disney+ |
| Video Stream Weekly 5GB | 5GB | 7 days | R149 | Includes Showmax/Netflix/Disney+ |
| Disney+ 5GB | 5GB | 30 days | R149 | Disney+ only |
Navigation Bundles
MTN offers URL-specific data bundles for Google Maps and Waze.
| Bundle | Data | Validity | Price | In-bundle Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navigation Daily 50MB | 50MB | 1 day | R2 | R0.04 per MB |
| Navigation Daily 250MB | 250MB | 1 day | R5 | R0.02 per MB |
| Navigation 3-Day 200MB | 200MB | 3 days | R6 | R0.03 per MB |
| Navigation Weekly 300MB | 300MB | 7 days | R10 | R0.03 per MB |
| Navigation Weekly 1GB | 1GB | 7 days | R20 | R0.02 per MB |
| Navigation Monthly 1GB | 1GB | 30 days | R35 | R0.03 per MB |
Free promotional Navigation Bundles are also available on selected deals and personalised offers.
Out-of-Bundle Rates (Prepaid)
If you exceed your data bundle or do not have an active bundle, you will be charged out-of-bundle rates. MTN increased these rates recently.
| Price Plan | Voice (per minute) | Data (per MB) | SMS (per SMS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTN Pulse | R1.15 | R0.32 | R0.40 |
| MTN Bonus Bonanza | R1.65 | R0.32 | R0.40 |
| MTN Bundle Bonanza | R1.65 | R0.32 | R0.40 |
| MTN Super Data | R2.09 | R0.32 | R0.40 |
| MTN Bozza Gigs | R2.09 | R0.32 | R0.40 |
Summary Table: Data Bundle Price Comparison
| Bundle Type | Data | Validity | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pi Mobile | 5GB – 80GB | Monthly | R99 – R399 | No-contract, app-managed users |
| Pi Home (5G/LTE) | 200GB – 1TB | Monthly | R399 – R699 | Home internet users |
| EverydayGigs | 7.5GB – 15GB | 30 days (daily allocation) | R89 – R170 | Light, consistent daily users |
| Super Data | 30GB – 200GB | 30 days | R269 – R499 | Heavy data users |
| Standard Monthly | 600MB – 80GB | 30 days | R75 – R715 | General users |
| Weekly | 250MB – 6GB | 7 days | R29 – R210 | Short-term or occasional users |
| Video Streaming | 5GB – 10GB | 7–30 days | R149 – R249 | Streaming fans |
| Navigation | 50MB – 1GB | 1–30 days | R2 – R35 | GPS/Waze/Google Maps users |
| Sky Premium | 15GB – 200GB + minutes | Monthly | Varies | Postpaid with home internet bundle |
| Superflex | 5GB – 20GB + unlimited calls | Monthly | R199 – R479 | Users who need unlimited calling |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I buy MTN data bundles?
A: You can purchase bundles via:
– The MTN app
– USSD code *141#
– The MTN website
– Pi app (for Pi plans)
Q: What is the cheapest MTN data bundle?
A: The cheapest option is the weekly 250MB bundle at R29. For monthly options, the Pi 5GB plan at R99 (R1 for the first three months) is excellent value.
Q: Do MTN data bundles roll over?
A: Pi plans allow unused data to roll over for up to 12 months. Standard prepaid bundles generally do not roll over; they expire at the end of their validity period.
Q: Can I share my MTN data with family members?
A: Data sharing is available on certain plans (e.g., Sky Premium, Superflex). Standard prepaid bundles are generally non-sharable unless specified.
Q: What is the difference between Pi and regular MTN prepaid?
A: Pi is a separate digital-only brand that runs on MTN’s network but offers contract-free, app-managed service with no credit checks. It uses MTN’s infrastructure but operates as a standalone offering.
Q: How do I check my MTN data balance?
A: Dial *141# and follow the prompts, or check your data balance via the MyMTN app.
Q: Are there student discounts on MTN data?
A: MTN does not currently have a dedicated student data discount programme. However, Pi’s low-cost plans and Super Data bundles offer excellent value for students.
Disclaimer: All prices and bundle details are subject to change. For the most current information, please check the official MTN website or contact MTN customer support.