Virgin Plus Phone Plans
From $39/mo · Bell network
Virgin Plus Phone Plans
Bell network plans with 5-year price lock — at lower prices
A Bell company — Bell network
Plans from
$39/mo
Network
Bell
Tier
Mid-tier
Plans listed
3
5G available
Yes
Virgin Plus Plans
20 GB 5G
$39/mo
BYOD + autopay
- 20 GB 5G data
- Unlimited Canada-wide talk + text
- Bell 5G network
- 5-year price lock
60 GB 5G
$44/mo
BYOD + autopay
- 60 GB 5G data
- Unlimited Canada-wide talk + text
- Bell 5G network
- 5-year price lock
60 GB + CAN-US-MEX
$49/mo
BYOD + autopay
- 60 GB 5G data
- Canada-US-Mexico talk + text + data
- Bell 5G network
- 5-year price lock
Our Virgin Plus Review
Virgin Plus is Bell's mid-tier sub-brand — Bell's 99% population coverage 5G network at prices typically $10–20/mo lower than Bell direct, with a 5-year price lock guarantee that Bell itself offers. For Canadians who want Bell's rural coverage advantage without paying Bell's full premium price, Virgin Plus is the clearest path. Plans are available nationwide and include Canada-US-Mexico roaming on mid-tier tiers, which is better than most mid-tier carriers offer. The trade-off is online-primary support and lower network priority than Bell direct during congestion. If you've decided Bell's coverage is what you need, Virgin Plus is almost always the smarter buy over Bell direct.
Virgin Plus Plans Explained: Bell Network, Lower Price
Virgin Plus offers a curated subset of Bell's plan options — fewer tiers than Bell direct, but all running on Bell's physical 5G infrastructure. Most Virgin Plus plans include unlimited Canada calling and texting, a defined high-speed data allotment, and a 5-year price lock guarantee matching what Bell itself offers. Mid-tier plans include Canada-US-Mexico roaming, which is better roaming coverage than Fido's base plans include by default. Prices run $10–20/mo lower than comparable Bell direct plans, with no long-term contract required. The main limitation is plan variety — if you need a specific Bell configuration not offered in Virgin Plus's lineup, you may need to go to Bell directly.
Virgin Plus vs Bell Direct: Is There Any Reason to Choose Bell?
For most Canadians, Virgin Plus is the smarter choice over Bell direct. You get the same physical network, a 5-year price lock, and pay $10–20/mo less. Bell direct makes sense in two narrow scenarios: (1) you need a specific plan tier or configuration that Virgin Plus doesn't offer, or (2) you're bundling multiple Bell services (home phone, internet, TV, wireless) and the specific bundle discount on Bell direct outweighs the Virgin Plus savings. Outside those cases, choosing Bell over Virgin Plus means paying more for identical network access.
Virgin Plus Coverage: Bell's Maritime Strength Included
Virgin Plus inherits Bell's complete coverage map — the same towers that give Bell its rural and Maritime advantage. This makes Virgin Plus one of the best options for Canadians in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland, where Bell's infrastructure dominates and Rogers/Telus alternatives have thinner coverage. For rural Ontario and Quebec, Virgin Plus similarly benefits from Bell's broader LTE footprint compared to Rogers or Telus. In major cities, all Big 3 sub-brands perform comparably.
Who Should Choose Virgin Plus?
Virgin Plus is the right choice for Canadians who have decided they want Bell's network coverage — particularly Atlantic Canada residents, rural Ontario and Quebec residents, and frequent rural travellers — but don't want to pay Bell's full premium price. The 5-year price lock plus $10–20/mo savings over Bell direct is a straightforward win. It is also worth considering for anyone comparing Koodo vs Virgin Plus: if Bell's rural and Maritime coverage is stronger than Telus in your area (check both maps), Virgin Plus delivers that coverage at a comparable price to Koodo.
Pros
- ✓Bell 5G network — 99% population coverage
- ✓5-year price lock guarantee
- ✓No long-term contracts
- ✓Canada-US-Mexico roaming on mid-tier plans
Cons
- ✗Prices increased in early 2026
- ✗Fewer plan options than Bell directly
- ✗Support primarily online
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Virgin Plus on the same network as Bell?
Does Virgin Plus have the 5-year price lock?
Is Virgin Plus cheaper than Bell?
Does Virgin Plus include US and Mexico roaming?
Virgin Plus vs Koodo — which is better?
About the Bell network
Virgin Plus operates on the Bell network (same towers as Bell). Bell's network covers 99% of the Canadian population with 5G service, making it the strongest rural coverage option.