Review of mobile communications from Rostelecom: tariff plans and lines

Mobile communications are not a service that is associated with Rostelecom. Already a million subscribers use this operator’s communications. Competition in the cellular market is fierce. But the provider confidently occupies its niche share in the segment. How does he manage to do this? While other companies, such as Tele2 or MTS, use aggressive marketing and advertising, Rostelecom attracts the attention of subscribers with thoughtful tariff plans and prices. Rostelecom’s large coverage area and stable cellular communications are all advantages of the operator.

And the bonus program allows Internet and television users to significantly reduce their mobile communications costs, which also becomes another tidbit that attracts potential subscribers.

History of service development

Rostelecom has been present on the communications market since 1993. In 2005, several regional operators were united into a single Utel brand, which became widespread throughout the country. In 2012, Rostelecom merged with the company. In 2014, the provider merged assets with another cellular operator Tele2, which made it possible to provide wider coverage.

As a result, today Rostelecom is a prime example of what a virtual operator is. After all, in fact, it provides communications to its customers through Tele2 base stations.

Features of cellular communications from Rostelecom

The company's coverage depends entirely on the operation of Tele2 operator base stations. It turns out that the coverage area of ​​the territory completely coincides with the coverage of the partner.

As for prices for services, they very much depend on the regions. The company regularly pleases customers with favorable rates and current options. Perhaps this is a signal to take a closer look at mobile communications from Rostelecom.

Being a competitor to the Big Four is not easy. Federal coverage area and low price tag are not all the advantages with which you need to enter the market.

The operator understands this well, therefore it offers its subscribers unique conditions of service:

• Inclusion of mobile communications in company service packages. The provider includes the service in service packages, combining it with television, Internet and home telephone. If you need all of these services, purchasing them as a package will save you up to 60% of the total cost.
• A large number of shares. Rostelecom regularly organizes profitable promotions, which also allows you to save significantly and gain access to options and services.
• A convenient personal account that combines access to manage all the provider’s services. Here you can set up tariff plans, pay for them, earn bonuses, and communicate with technical support.
• Corporate clients can receive mobile communications for free when connecting to other provider services.

What exactly does Rostelecom offer its subscribers? Familiarity with the current tariff plans will help you understand this.

How to disable a SIM card

If you have lost your phone or no longer want to use Rostelecom as your mobile provider, you can disable the SIM card:

1. By calling the support service - 8-800-100-0-800 . You will need to provide the passport details of the person to whom the SIM card was registered.
2. At the Rostelecom office . Take your passport with you (if the card owner is not you, you also need a power of attorney from the owner or his personal presence), and write an application to block the number.
3. In the subscriber’s personal account (on the website or through the application) . It will work if you are registered with Rostelecom. There are two types of service - Voluntary blocking (temporary, free for 2 weeks, then a fee will be charged) and permanent blocking. To use the latter, you do not need to select the Voluntary blocking option in the “Blocking” section, but immediately click the “Next” button and follow the instructions.

Line of tariff plans "Supersimka"

In total, the line includes three tariff plans, united by common options with different volumes of services.

Attention! Over time, everything changes: this applies to both the cost of service and the conditions provided. It is always better to familiarize yourself with the latest information on the company’s official website at rt.ru

Tariff plan “SuperSimka M”

The previously available “Super SIM Free” and “Super SIM S” tariffs are no longer valid. Instead, the company is promoting its basic tariff plan, SuperSimka M.

The tariff plan card looks like this:

• Just 180 rubles per month gives you access to a whole package of minutes, the ability to send a large number of SMS and actively use the Internet.
• You get the opportunity to make calls to both mobile and landline numbers of the provider and talk for free for 300 minutes per month! And it doesn’t matter in what region the person you are calling is located. Incoming calls are free for you.
• Within the tariff plan, you can send up to 50 SMS for free within a month. In the future, each message will cost you five rubles. Considering the availability of the Internet and various instant messengers for communication, this package is sufficient for most subscribers.

Subscribers have access to as much as 15 Gigabytes of mobile traffic! For the average user this is enough. You will be able to communicate a lot on social networks, listen to music and browse websites. This is enough even for those who sometimes like to watch interesting films.

Tariff plan “SuperSIMKA L”

If you have tried the basic tariff and feel that you are a little lacking in the options provided, it is time to upgrade to a slightly more expensive tariff plan, which significantly expands the limits provided.

• You have 100 more minutes of communication within the network: with this tariff, up to 400 minutes of free communication are available throughout Russia. The tariff conditions are completely identical to the basic offer.
• You still have the same 50 free SMS. Although, this is just a nice bonus that few people use today.
• What is especially pleasing is the significantly increased traffic limit for mobile Internet. As much as 25 Gigabytes per month is enough for even a very active network user.

Overall, we consider this tariff plan to be the most balanced for the provider’s subscribers. The vast majority of users are completely satisfied with the volume of services for only 240 rubles per month.

Tariff plan “SuperSimka XL”

But there will always be clients who need even more traffic and minutes. There are people who are ready to spend whole days talking on the phone and using the mobile Internet. The smartphone is always in their hands, and the brain is ready to absorb an uncontrollable amount of video content and other information. Rostelecom has not forgotten about such subscribers either and offers the following conditions for 300 rubles per month:

• As many as 500 minutes of free communication per month within the network when calling to mobile and landline phones throughout the country.
• 50 free SMS
• As many as 35 Gigabytes of traffic for mobile Internet, which is really a lot. This Internet is enough to watch one episode of your favorite TV series in HD quality every day, communicate a lot on social networks and listen to music. You can surf different sites for an indefinitely long time without worrying about traffic at all.

Roaming

1. On trips around the country. The cost of a minute of an incoming or outgoing call (within Russia) is 5 rubles. SMS message to a subscriber in Russia – 3.5 rubles, to foreign operators – 5.5 rubles. Outgoing calls to the CIS countries – 30 rub./min., within Europe – 49 rub./min., to other countries – 69 rub./min. If the balance is below zero, all services are suspended, incl. incoming messages are not received. In Crimea and Sevastopol, other rates apply: 1 ruble per minute for an incoming call, 3 rubles/minute for outgoing calls within the Russian Federation.
2. Abroad. Rostelecom offers the option “Internet abroad CIS and Europe”. The monthly fee is 100 rubles/day, 10 MB. the subscriber receives it free of charge per day, then 10 rubles. for 1 MB.
3. Tariffs for other countries. Outgoing calls to Russia are charged depending on the country of residence. So, a minute of call from Europe will cost 15 rubles, from Asia, Africa and Australia – 35 rubles. From other countries – from 65 to 165 rubles. For information on the cost of calls from abroad to other countries, check on the operator’s website.

The same rates apply to incoming calls. You will be charged 15 rubles per minute for a call in the CIS countries and Europe, 35 rubles. – in Asia, Africa and Australia, 65 or more – in North and South America, etc.

One SMS from Europe and the CIS will cost 6 rubles, from Asia, Africa, the Americas, etc. - 12 rubles. Maximum – 29 rubles. for countries such as Iraq, Algeria, Maldives, Seychelles, Tunisia, etc. (check with your operator for more details). The same prices apply for mms. Incoming messages are free.

One megabyte of Internet traffic will cost you 25 rubles if you are in Europe or the CIS countries. For the rest of the world - from 50 to 700 rubles.

RT recommends turning off configured forwardings before your trip, as they can cause unnecessary expenses. You can do this by dialing the combination ##002#. Help desk for Rostelecom subscribers in roaming: +7(495)5395539.

Tariff plan “For unlimited”

Surprisingly, this is not enough for some particularly active Internet users. There are people who consume video content in immeasurable quantities. They endlessly watch Youtube, surf the Internet not only all day, but also all night.

The following options are available for them for only 350 rubles per month:

• The maximum possible package of free minutes is 500.
• All the same 50 free SMS.
• Completely unlimited Internet throughout the country.

Tariff line “For everyone”

Rostelecom launched a new tariff line in 2021. It allows you to connect one tariff for members of the entire family. This is a unique service that also deserves your attention.

Tariff plan “On all L”

The initial tariff of the line is intended for a small family and provides the following conditions:

Three SIM cards with a single balance. All three people have access to the same package of services. That is, the family will pay for all options not 720 rubles, as if they were using SuperSIM L, but only 240 rubles.

• All three SIM cards provide 400 total free minutes of communication within the network.
• 50 SMS.
• 25 Gigabytes of Internet.

The limit is available on a “for three” basis. That is, if each subscriber spends 5 Gigabytes of Internet, 15 Gigabytes will be debited from the total balance. There will only be 10 Gigabytes left for everyone.

Tariff plan “For all XL”

This tariff assumes that there are four people living in a family. The following limits are issued for everyone:

• 500 minutes of calls.
• 50 SMS.
• 35 Gigabytes of mobile Internet.

Tariff plan “For all 2XL”

Large families are also not deprived of attention. If you have a group of five people who want to get a common tariff for everyone for 700 rubles per month. The tariff limits are as follows:

• 1000 minutes of free online communication for the entire month.
• 50 SMS.
• 30 gigabytes of internet.

Where and how to buy

There are several ways to purchase a SIM card from the company:

1. By submitting an application on the website in the “Tariffs” section - https://moscow.rt.ru/mobile/mobile_tariff.
2. In the offices of Rostelecom, and not its subsidiaries - https://moscow.rt.ru/sale-office (map showing offices).

To buy a SIM card, you will need to select a tariff plan and come to one of the branches with your passport. Or, if you leave a request through the website, then a SIM card can be delivered to your home and your passport can be checked on the spot.

If you want to switch your number to Rostelecom, you still need to pay a visit to the office.

Reviews

In general, it is customary to write a lot of negativity on the World Wide Web. People often write something out of emotion, exaggerating the problem. Customers who like the quality of the service usually don’t even think about writing a good review.

As for Rostelecom, the mobile communications of this provider have the following reputation:

This is the standard ratio of negative and positive ratings for companies that do not specifically pay for positive reviews from supposedly real customers.

Don't believe me? View sample ratings for Big 4 operators. For most of them the situation is much worse.

Tele2 has slightly better indicators. But given that Rostelecom operates entirely on the technologies of this company, a more positive outlook on it speaks in its favor.