Updated October 17, 2026 · TariffCue Editorial Team
beeline vs Singtel
Where beeline and Singtel differ
| Compare | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price from | RUB 400 | SGD 29.90 |
| Reference plan prices | bee SUPER START: 400 RUB/month, 10 GB, 1 month; bee HIT: 700 RUB/month, unlimited, 1 month; bee PRO: 800 RUB/month, unlimited pro, 1 month | 5Gbps Broadband New Home Exclusive: $29.90/mth, 5Gbps, 24 months; 5Gbps Broadband TP-Link WiFi 7: $39.90/mth, 5Gbps, 24 months; 10Gbps Broadband Premium TP-Link WiFi 7: $39.90/mth, 10Gbps, 24 months |
| Roaming countries | 200 | 259Higher |
| Markets | RU | SG |
| Unlimited plan price | RUB 700 | Not confirmed |
| 5G | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Wi-Fi calling | Yes | Not confirmed |
| EU roaming | Paid | Not confirmed |
| Hotspot sharing | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Seller type (Network), SIM-only (Yes), eSIM (Yes).
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Key differences
- Singtel scores higher overall: 8.6 vs 8.5.
- Roaming countries is higher at Singtel: 259 vs 200.
- Support channels: only beeline offers Help centre.
- Billing: only Singtel offers Contract, Rolling.
- Markets: only beeline offers RU.
- Markets: only Singtel offers SG.
Our verdict on each
beeline
Beeline is a network-run prepaid brand for people in Russia who want a one-month SIM with a small data allowance or unlimited data and no long tie-in. Plans sit in a single market, the entry price is RUB 400 and the unlimited plan is RUB 700.
Singtel
Singtel sells mobile and fibre from one network, and the entry price of SGD 29.90 sits well below the resellers listed here. Sim only plans, eSIM and 5G come as standard, but the step to SGD 89.90 once the contract term ends is what to watch.
Score breakdown
| Area | beeline | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 8.1 |
| Offer | 9.2Higher | 9.1 |
How they place
| Ranking | beeline | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| SIM-only deals | 36 of 416 | 35 of 416 |
| Mobile networks | 14 of 319 | 13 of 319 |
| Prepaid phone plans | 28 of 367 | 27 of 367 |
| Phone plans with eSIM | 44 of 389 | 43 of 389 |
| Full fibre providers | 11 of 107 | 10 of 107 |
A third option
eSIMony has roaming countries at 300, against 200 for beeline and 259 for Singtel.
eSIMony reviewWhat we checked
beeline
- beeline.ru: 15 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Singtel
- singtel.com: 12 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | beeline | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Billing | Prepaid | Contract, Rolling, PrepaidCovers more |
| Contract length | 1 | 1 |
| Legal entity | PJSC VimpelCom | Singtel |
| Support channels | Chat, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Chat, Phone |
Broadband
| Fact | beeline | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Fttc, FttpCovers more | Fttp |
| Top download speed (Mbps) | 1,000 | 10,000Higher |
| Setup fee | RUB 300 | SGD 0 |
| Price after contract | Not confirmed | SGD 89.90 |
| Router | Wi-Fi 6 Rotek RX-3001X / ATW-922RT, purchase or instalments | FREE TP-Link WiFi 7 Tri-band Router HB810 included |
| Static IP | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Address checker | https://moskva.beeline.ru/customers/products/home/internet/ | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | beeline | Singtel | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roaming countries | 200highest quarter | 259highest quarter | 100 |
Median across 176 listed providers.
Pros and cons
beeline
Pros
- Every plan runs on a rolling monthly term, 1 month, so there is nothing to serve beyond the current month
- Unlimited data is available from RUB 700, with the bee HIT plan at that level and bee PRO on top of it
- eSIM and Wi-Fi calling are both supported, alongside hotspot sharing on the same plans
Cons
- Billing runs on prepaid only, so there is no contract billing option for readers who pay monthly by direct debit
- Europe roaming is paid, meaning travel use has to be paid separately rather than folded into the monthly fee
- The fixed home internet line needs a RUB 300 and a router bought outright or on instalments, adding a hardware cost on top of the subscription
Singtel
Pros
- Billing runs on contract, rolling and prepaid, so contract, rolling and prepaid structures all sit under one provider.
- Sim only plans, eSIM and 5G come together, and roaming reaches 259 countries for frequent travellers.
- Singtel is the network rather than a reseller, so its fttp fibre and its mobile service come from the same operator.
Cons
- The monthly figure steps from SGD 29.90 to SGD 89.90 once the contract period ends, so the entry price flatters the long-term cost.
- Billing on contract, rolling and prepaid includes a contract option that ties the line for 1 month, and the reference broadband plans sit on a long fixed term.
- Support runs on chat and phone only, with no email channel among the ones listed.
Who each suits
beeline
Who it suits
- People in Russia who want a prepaid SIM with a rolling monthly term and no minimum contract period
- Heavy data users who would rather pay once for unlimited data than manage a capped allowance
- Travellers leaving Russia who need roaming across 200 countries without signing a long contract
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers who want contract billing alongside prepaid, where GETESA offers both prepaid and contract options
- People who want a rolling billing option as well as prepaid, which yesss! lists across contract, rolling and prepaid
- Shoppers who want a home broadband and mobile bundle on one bill, since Beeline's fixed line and mobile tariffs are listed separately
Singtel
Who it suits
- Households in Singapore that want mobile and fibre from the same operator, with 5G and eSIM on the mobile side.
- Buyers who want to keep commitments short, with mobile plan terms of 1 month and a free setup fee on fibre.
- Travellers who need roaming reach of 259 countries while keeping a home tariff active.
Who should look elsewhere
- getesa, whose billing runs on prepaid and contract, for readers who want prepaid or contract only and no interest in Singtel's rolling option.
- Lonestar Cell MTN, whose billing runs on contract and prepaid, if you would rather settle on a fixed term than move from SGD 29.90 to SGD 89.90 at renewal.
- yesss!, whose plan terms run 1 and 12, if you want a longer commitment than the 1-month term on Singtel's mobile plans.
Questions about each
beeline
What does the cheapest Beeline plan cost?+
Tariffs start at RUB 400 on the bee SUPER START plan, which pairs a capped data allowance with a rolling monthly term. Unlimited data is a separate step up rather than being folded into that entry price, so the cheapest plan suits light use and the rest cover heavier traffic.
How much is unlimited data on Beeline?+
Unlimited data starts at RUB 700 on the bee HIT plan. The bee PRO plan sits above that level with a wider feature set on the same monthly term, so the higher tier is a price step rather than a different billing structure.
Singtel
What does Singtel cost to get started with?+
The entry figure is SGD 29.90 for the fibre plans, with a free setup fee and FREE TP-Link WiFi 7 Tri-band Router HB810 included included. Once the contract period ends, the monthly figure becomes SGD 89.90, so the headline price only holds for the initial term.
Can I take a Singtel plan without a new phone?+
Yes. Sim only plans are offered, so you can use a handset you already own or a tablet, and mobile plan terms run 1 month. The same tariffs carry 5G, and an eSIM is available if you would rather not wait for a card to arrive.
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