Hi doesn’t sell traditional network contracts online. Hi is a tech brand within TFG (The Foschini Group), and its online store now runs on Bash, TFG’s shopping platform. Its cellphone range is made up of phones you buy outright, network-locked phones bundled with data, and pre-owned iPhones. You can spread the cost with a TFG Money account, if you’re approved.
So if you searched for “Hi contract deals”, the practical question is whether a Hi device bought on account, plus a separate SIM plan, suits you better than a network phone contract. This page compares those options. To see retailers that do sell network contracts, start with Contract Deals by Retailer. To compare phone contracts directly from the networks, go to Contract Deals.
Current Hi Contract Deals
CURRENT MARKET FACT (checked 25 September 2026): hi-online.co.za now redirects to bash.com/hi — the Hi brand has been folded into TFG’s Bash platform. On that platform, no cellphone contract deals were listed: the Hi tech and cellphone categories returned no results, and a site search for “cellphone contract” returned nothing.
That matters if you are searching for a Hi contract deal, because the brand you are looking for no longer operates as a standalone cellular retailer:
- The storefront has moved. Hi is now a section of Bash, TFG’s combined online store, rather than its own site.
- No contract range was visible there. Bash carries clothing, home, beauty and general tech; the cellular contract offering that Hi once promoted was not present.
- TFG account credit is not a network contract. A TFG Money account lets you spread a purchase, but it finances the hardware only — no SIM, airtime or data.
If you had a Hi contract, it would have been sold on a network’s paper, so billing, RICA and coverage sit with that network rather than the retailer. Contact the network directly for anything to do with an existing agreement, and see the network and dealer routes for a current contract.
PLAN FACT: this page covers Hi as a retail route.
CURRENT MARKET FACT (checked September 2026): Hi’s official online store on Bash shows:
- the old Hi website address now redirects to Hi on Bash;
- phones are sold outright, with some bundled with data on MTN, Vodacom, Telkom or Cell C;
- network-locked phones are available;
- pre-owned and “Reloved” iPhones are listed;
- brands include Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei, Nokia, HONOR, ZTE and Hisense;
- the TFG Money account is available as a payment and rewards option;
- orders can be collected or delivered.
We didn’t find any 24- or 36-month network postpaid contracts on Hi’s online cellphone range. The word “contract” doesn’t appear on it.
What “deals” at Hi usually means
| Deal type at Hi | How it works | What it isn’t |
|---|---|---|
| Phone plus data bundle | A handset sold with a once-off data allocation on a named network | Not a monthly contract with a recurring allowance |
| Network-locked phone | A handset that only works on one network’s SIM | Not tied to a monthly plan, but you can’t switch networks freely |
| Outright phone | A handset with no network link | No plan included, so you add your own SIM |
| Pre-owned or Reloved iPhone | A used iPhone at a lower price than new | Not a new device, so condition and warranty matter |
| TFG Money account purchase | Paying for a device in instalments on your TFG account | A retail credit agreement, not a network contract |
Hi Phone Contract Deals
Because Hi doesn’t list network contracts online, the closest thing to a “Hi phone contract” is buying a phone on a TFG Money account and pairing it with a SIM-only or prepaid plan.
Account purchase versus network contract
| Factor | Hi phone on TFG account plus your own SIM | Network phone contract |
|---|---|---|
| Who you owe | TFG for the device; your network for airtime or data | The network, for the device and plan together |
| Credit check | TFG assesses your account application | The network assesses your contract application |
| Plan flexibility | Change SIM plans or go prepaid without affecting the device repayment | Plan is fixed for the contract term |
| Network choice | Any network, unless the phone is network-locked | The contract network only |
| Term | Set by your account repayment terms | Usually 24 or 36 months |
| Upgrade | Buy another device when you choose | Tied to the network’s upgrade date |
Who Hi may suit
- TFG account holders who want to keep device repayments with a retailer they already use.
- Prepaid users who want a better phone without committing to a monthly plan.
- Buyers watching the budget who are open to a pre-owned iPhone.
When a network contract may suit you better
- You want a monthly data and minutes allowance bundled with the device.
- You want to upgrade on a regular cycle through your network.
- You’d rather have one monthly bill than separate device and airtime costs.
Hi Deals by Brand
Hi’s online range covers mainstream brands. Stock changes often, so here’s how to compare by brand rather than by model.
| Brand | What to check at Hi |
|---|---|
| Apple iPhone | New or pre-owned; for Reloved and pre-owned models, check condition grading, warranty and battery health |
| Samsung Galaxy | Whether the listing is network-locked or bundled with a specific network’s data |
| Xiaomi, HONOR and Huawei | Storage size and whether Google services are supported on the model |
| Nokia, ZTE and Hisense | Whether a lower-cost phone plus a prepaid plan meets your needs |
If a phone is network-locked, make sure it’s locked to the network you already use. Otherwise you may need a new SIM.
Double and Bundle Deals
Hi’s bundles are mostly phone plus data combinations, where a handset comes with a data allocation on a named network. These aren’t the same as network double deals, where two devices come on one or two contracts.
Before buying a Hi bundle, check:
- How long the data lasts. Bundled data is usually once-off and can expire.
- Which network the data is on. The bundled SIM decides the network, and some phones are locked to it.
- Whether the phone is locked. A locked phone limits your choice of SIM later.
- The price without the bundle. Compare the bundled price against the same handset sold on its own.
If you really want two devices on one monthly contract, compare network double deals instead.
Application, Delivery and Collection Options
Paying with a TFG Money account
Hi accepts the TFG Money account. Opening an account involves a credit and affordability assessment by TFG, so approval isn’t guaranteed. You’ll normally need a valid ID and may be asked for proof of income and banking details. Check TFG’s current requirements when applying.
Other payment options
Bash shows the available payment methods at checkout. These can change, so check what’s offered for your order before you commit to an account purchase.
Delivery and collection
Hi orders placed on Bash can be delivered or collected. Collection points and delivery times depend on your area and the item, so check the options at checkout.
SIM and RICA
A phone bundled with a SIM will need RICA registration before the SIM can be used. Have your ID and proof of address ready.
How to Compare Hi Offers
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Total device cost on account | Instalments plus any interest and fees show the true price |
| Airtime or data cost | Add your monthly SIM or prepaid spend to compare with a contract |
| Network lock | A locked phone restricts which SIM you can use |
| Bundled data expiry | Once-off data may not last beyond the first month |
| Pre-owned condition | Grading, warranty and battery health affect value |
| Returns | Check the return and warranty terms for the item |
| Contract alternative | Price the same phone on a network contract before deciding |
A simple way to compare Hi with a contract
Use the same phone and the same period for both sides of the comparison.
1. Price the Hi route. Take the total you’d repay for the phone on your TFG Money account, including interest and fees. Then add what you expect to spend on airtime and data each month for the same number of months. 2. Price the contract route. Take the monthly contract price for the same phone, multiply by the contract term, and add any once-off connection fee. 3. Adjust for what you get. A contract may include more data or minutes than you’d buy on prepaid. A Hi purchase lets you change plans, networks or spending whenever you want. 4. Decide on flexibility. If your income or data needs change often, the ability to scale your SIM spend up or down can be worth more than a small monthly saving.
If the totals are close, choose the route whose obligations you’re most comfortable with.
Compare Hi with other stores
Hi sits within TFG’s wider cellular offer, so compare it with TFG Contract Deals to see other TFG routes. If you mainly want an iPhone, compare iStore Contract Deals for new Apple devices.
Hi Contract Deal FAQs
Does Hi sell cellphone contracts?
Hi’s online store doesn’t list network postpaid contracts. It sells phones outright, phones bundled with data, network-locked phones and pre-owned iPhones, with a TFG Money account as a way to pay over time.
Is Hi owned by Vodacom?
Hi’s online store operates on Bash, TFG’s shopping platform, and is listed with other TFG brands. Its phones are linked to several networks, not only Vodacom.
Which networks are Hi phones linked to?
Hi’s cellphone listings include phones bundled with data on MTN, Vodacom, Telkom and Cell C, as well as phones that aren’t linked to a network.
Can I buy a phone on account at Hi?
Hi accepts the TFG Money account. Account approval depends on TFG’s credit assessment, so it isn’t guaranteed.
Does Hi sell refurbished iPhones?
Hi lists pre-owned and “Reloved” iPhones. Check the condition, warranty and battery details on each listing.
What should I choose instead if I want a contract?
If you want a phone and monthly plan together, compare network phone contracts. If you prefer flexibility, a Hi phone plus a SIM-only or prepaid plan may suit you better.