Once your contract period is up, check out the contract phones deals available from all the network providers.

When you sign up to a mobile phone contract, it's easy to lose track of time. If you're paying by direct debit, the monthly payment simply comes out of your bank account and you use your phone without thinking about it. Contract phones are the preferred option for many mobile users, but there's no reason why you should always stick with the same network provider.

Networks for Contract Phones

The biggest network names in the UK all provide a wide variety of services to mobile users, from straightforward pay-as-you-go phones to contract phones and deals for the latest models, not to mention wireless broadband access. Customer demand for value means that these networks need to be looking for the best way to attract new customers and that puts you in a great position if you're looking for a new contract phone:

• Deals - it may be difficult to work out how to choose between the various contract phones deals available. All networks offer roughly the same sort of minutes and text allowances, but each one will occasionally sweeten its offering with a special offer, such as additional free minutes, free internet access, or giveaways and gifts. Make sure you take a look at all the deals on offer to see which one is going to give you the best value for money.

• Handsets - although you usually get your handset free when you take out a contract, phones with a higher value, such as touch-screen phones, are only available when you pay. The cost is subsidised by the network, compared to the cost of buying a phone like this on a prepaid option, but you will still have to pay towards its cost. Look out for networks that are offering higher end phones free with certain contracts and check the monthly price to see if it's a deal that works financially for you.

• Extras - prize draws, free gifts and money off high street purchases are just some of the ways that networks tempt you into choosing their contract phones. If you choose wisely, you can do really well out of the extras available, giving you the handset you want at a price you can afford, along with some goodies that you didn't expect.

Contract Phones from Affordable Mobiles

If you want to compare contract phones from competing networks, talk to Affordable Mobiles. Our job is to get you the best possible value for money, finding you the perfect handset and tariff for your needs. We give you all the information you need to make an informed choice, and you can buy securely online from our website, or call us on 0800 082 9000.