rain does not sell traditional 24-month or 36-month phone contracts. When checked in September 2026, every rain plan was month-to-month, covering unlimited mobile, 5G home wifi and rainOne unlimited, a bundle of both. rain’s mobile plans come with its own LoopPhone, supplied free-to-use while your plan is active, or you can buy it outright. If you want a contract on a mainstream handset such as an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy, rain is not the route. If you want unlimited data without a long commitment, it may be worth comparing.
This page explains what rain actually offers, how it differs from a standard network contract, and what to check before signing up.
Latest rain Contract Deals
rain’s current line-up is small and built around unlimited data. When checked in September 2026, rain.co.za listed:
| rain product | What it is | Term | Device |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited mobile | Unlimited data in your chosen zone, with unlimited local calls and SMS | Month-to-month | LoopPhone included free-to-use, or bought outright |
| Unlimited 5G home wifi | Home internet delivered over rain’s 5G network, with no fibre installation needed | Month-to-month | Router supplied |
| rainOne unlimited | 5G home wifi plus an unlimited City mobile plan in one bundle | Month-to-month, no contracts | the101 router and LoopPhone, both free-to-use |
rain’s site showed unlimited mobile from R595 per month and rainOne unlimited from R995 per month (checked September 2026). Prices and inclusions can change, so check rain’s current pricing before you sign up.
Who rain may suit, and who it may not
rain may be worth comparing if you:
- use a lot of data and want to stop tracking bundles;
- prefer month-to-month flexibility over a long fixed term;
- are in an area with rain coverage for where you live and travel;
- want home internet and a mobile line under one provider.
A traditional contract elsewhere may fit better if you:
- want a specific phone brand or model;
- want to own your handset at the end of the term;
- need two or more mobile lines on one account;
- rely on coverage in areas where rain’s network is limited.
Because rain works so differently from Vodacom, MTN or Telkom, compare it against those networks at Contract Deals by Network. If you are specifically after a fixed-term phone or SIM contract, our main Contract Deals page covers those options across providers.
rain Phone Contract Deals
rain does not offer phone contracts in the usual sense. There is no handset repayment over 24 or 36 months and no choice of phone brands. Instead, rain’s mobile plans come with LoopPhone.
How LoopPhone works with rain plans
- Free-to-use: rain includes LoopPhone with every unlimited mobile and rainOne unlimited plan at no extra monthly cost.
- Ownership: rain says the phone remains rain’s property while you use it.
- Cancellation: if you cancel, rain says you need to return the device, or rain may lock it.
- Buying outright: rain also lets you buy LoopPhone outright, which comes with a monthly discount on your plan.
rain versus a traditional phone contract
| Factor | rain with LoopPhone | Traditional network phone contract |
|---|---|---|
| Commitment | Month-to-month | Usually 24 or 36 months |
| Phone choice | LoopPhone only | Wide range of brands and models |
| Phone ownership | rain’s property unless bought outright | Yours once the contract is paid off |
| Leaving early | Return or lose use of the phone | Settlement or cancellation costs may apply |
| Data | Unlimited within your plan’s zone | Fixed monthly allocation, varies by plan |
rain may suit you if flexibility and unlimited data matter more than choosing your own handset. If you want a specific phone or want to own your device at the end, a standard network contract is a better fit.
rain SIM-Only and Data Deals
SIM-only
rain’s site did not show a bring-your-own-phone, SIM-only mobile plan when checked in September 2026. Its unlimited mobile plans were presented with LoopPhone. If you want to keep your current phone and just change SIM, compare SIM-only plans on other networks, or ask rain directly whether a SIM-only option is available.
Unlimited mobile data by zone
rain’s unlimited mobile plans are split by where your unlimited data applies:
| Plan | Where data is unlimited | May suit |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited City | Your city and surrounding areas | People who mostly stay in one metro |
| Unlimited Province | Your chosen province | People who travel regularly within a province |
| Unlimited Countrywide | Across South Africa | Frequent long-distance travellers |
City and Province plans include a small out-of-zone data allowance, plus a monthly hotspot allowance on all plans. Check the current allowances and top-up rates before choosing a zone.
5G home wifi
rain’s unlimited 5G home wifi runs over its 5G network, so coverage at your address is the deciding factor. Confirm rain’s 5G coverage where you live before signing up, and remember that speeds can vary with location and network load.
rain Double and Combo Deals
rain does not sell two-phone double deals. Its main combination product is rainOne unlimited, which combines:
- unlimited 5G home wifi with rain’s the101 router;
- an unlimited City mobile plan with LoopPhone.
Is rainOne unlimited worth comparing?
It may suit a household that needs both home internet and one mobile line, and prefers a single month-to-month bill. Before choosing, compare it with:
- a separate fibre or LTE home internet plan plus a SIM-only or phone contract on another network;
- rain’s standalone 5G home wifi plus a mobile plan elsewhere.
Remember that both devices in rainOne unlimited are free-to-use and must be returned if you cancel. If you need two mobile lines or a specific phone, a double deal on another network may be more relevant.
Popular Phones on rain
rain’s mobile plans are built around one phone: LoopPhone, which rain positions as designed for unlimited mobile use. Check rain’s current LoopPhone specifications if features such as camera, battery or eSIM matter to you. You cannot choose an iPhone, Samsung Galaxy or other brand on a rain mobile plan.
If you want a wider phone choice
If you have a particular handset in mind, compare phone contracts on the major networks instead:
- MTN Contract Deals for MTN’s SIM-and-device contracts on various plan families.
- Vodacom Contract Deals for Vodacom’s phone, SIM-only and double deals.
You can then weigh a fixed-term contract with your chosen phone against rain’s month-to-month unlimited plan with LoopPhone.
How to Apply or Upgrade on rain
Signing up
rain’s site lets you buy online or request a call back, and suggests chatting to its team if you are unsure which plan suits you. Before you sign up:
1. Check coverage at the address or areas where you will use the service. 2. Choose your product: unlimited mobile, 5G home wifi or rainOne unlimited. 3. Pick your zone if you are taking a mobile plan. 4. Decide on LoopPhone: free-to-use, or buy it outright for a lower monthly plan price. 5. Complete RICA: as with any South African SIM, you will need to verify your identity.
rain’s pages checked did not list credit check or document requirements. You may be asked for ID and proof of address for RICA, and payment details for the monthly charge. Confirm rain’s current requirements when you sign up. If your credit record is a concern, read our guide to 2 phones on 1 contract deals for blacklisted and bad-credit applicants before you apply.
Questions to ask before signing up
- What exactly happens to LoopPhone if I cancel, and how do I return it?
- How much out-of-zone and hotspot data is included on my plan, and what do extra gigabytes cost?
- Is there a notice period for cancelling a month-to-month plan?
- What coverage does rain have at my home and workplace?
Keeping your number
rain says you can port an active South African mobile number to rain and manage the port from your LoopPhone app.
Upgrading or changing plan
rain says you can change plans as your needs change. Because plans are month-to-month, there is no traditional upgrade date. If you want a newer phone, check rain’s current terms, since LoopPhone is the only mobile device offered.
rain Contract Deal FAQs
Does rain offer phone contracts?
Not in the traditional sense. rain’s mobile plans are month-to-month and include LoopPhone free-to-use, rather than a phone repaid over 24 or 36 months.
Is rain month-to-month?
Yes. The rain plans checked in September 2026 were month-to-month.
Do I own the LoopPhone?
Not unless you buy it outright. rain says the free-to-use LoopPhone remains its property and must be returned if you cancel, or it may be locked.
Can I use my own phone on rain?
rain’s site did not show a bring-your-own-phone mobile plan when checked. Ask rain directly or compare SIM-only plans on other networks.
Does rain have double deals?
No two-phone double deals were listed. rainOne unlimited combines 5G home wifi and one mobile plan.
Can I keep my number if I move to rain?
Yes. rain supports porting an active South African number, managed through the LoopPhone app.
Is rain available everywhere?
Coverage varies by area. Check rain’s coverage for your address before signing up.