Chatr - Canada
Chatr (Canada) uses 7 LTE bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Chatr (Canada). See the tables below for details.
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Last updated: 2024/08/06 - See latest updates
Chatr Canada is a mobile network provider that offers a range of affordable prepaid plans with unlimited talk time. Here are some key points about Chatr Canada:
Coverage
- Nationwide Coverage: Chatr provides nationwide coverage across Canada, utilizing the Rogers network. This includes major cities like Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, and Vancouver, as well as extensive coverage in Alberta, the Maritimes, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland.
- In-Zone Coverage: For customers who signed up before 2019, Chatr offers in-zone coverage, which is specific to certain areas like Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, and Vancouver. This type of coverage has different rules and may incur pay-per-use charges if calls are made outside the in-zone area.
Plans
- Affordable Plans: Chatr offers a variety of plans starting at $15 per month, with options for talk, text, and data. These plans are designed to be predictable and affordable, with no surprise charges.
- Data Speed: While Chatr customers enjoy 3G data speeds, those with LTE-enabled devices and plans can access the LTE network, which provides faster speeds.
Devices
- SIM Compatibility: Chatr offers Micro and Nano SIMs compatible with smartphones. Users need to update their APN settings to use chatr data on non-chatr devices.
- LTE Compatibility: Devices and SIMs must be LTE compatible to access the LTE network. Chatr encourages customers to switch to LTE-compatible devices and plans for a better wireless experience.
Support
- FAQs and Support: Chatr provides a comprehensive FAQ section and support resources to help customers with various issues, including activation, long-distance calls, payment, and plan changes.
- Coverage Map: Users can check the coverage map on the Chatr website to ensure they have network coverage in their area.
Overall, Chatr Canada offers reliable and affordable mobile services with extensive coverage across the country.
Is a MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) operating on the host network of:
Frequency Bands
LTE
Name | Interface | Description |
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B4 (1700/2100 MHz AWS 1) | LTE | Chatr Canada uses LTE Band 4 (1700/2100 MHz AWS 1) for its wireless network. This band operates on the frequency range of 1700 MHz for the uplink and 2100 MHz for the downlink. It is a popular choice for LTE deployments due to its good balance between capacity, density, and penetration/range. |
B7 (2600 MHz) | LTE | Chatr Canada uses LTE Band 7 (2600 MHz). It was deployed on August 6, 2024. |
B12 (700 MHz ac) | LTE | Chatr Canada uses LTE B12 (700 MHz ac). This frequency band was added to Chatr Canada on August 6, 2024. |
B2 (1900 MHz PCS) | LTE | Chatr Canada uses LTE B2 (1900 MHz PCS) frequency band. This band was added to Chatr Canada on August 6, 2024. |
B5 (850 MHz) | LTE | Chatr Canada uses LTE band B5 (850 MHz) for its wireless network. This frequency band was added to Chatr Canada's network on August 6, 2024. |
B25 (1900 MHz +) | LTE | Chatr Canada uses LTE frequency band B25 (1900 MHz +). This band was added to Chatr Canada on August 6, 2024. |
B66 (1700/2100 MHz) | LTE | Chatr Canada uses LTE frequency band B66, which operates at 1700/2100 MHz. This band is a paired frequency setup, offering higher frequency coverage compared to lower frequency bands like B13 (700 MHz). |
Latest updates
- 2024/08/06 - Frequency LTE B2 (1900 MHz PCS) added to Chatr Canada.
- 2024/08/06 - Frequency LTE B5 (850 MHz) added to Chatr Canada.
- 2024/08/06 - Frequency LTE B25 (1900 MHz +) added to Chatr Canada.
- 2024/08/06 - Frequency LTE B66 (1700/2100 MHz) added to Chatr Canada.
- 2024/08/06 - Frequency UMTS B2 (1900 MHz PCS) removed from Chatr Canada.
- 2024/08/06 - Frequency UMTS B5 (850 MHz) removed from Chatr Canada.
- 2024/08/06 - Frequency LTE B4 (1700/2100 MHz AWS 1) added to Chatr Canada.
- 2024/08/06 - Frequency LTE B7 (2600 MHz) added to Chatr Canada.
- 2024/08/06 - Frequency LTE B12 (700 MHz ac) added to Chatr Canada.