Vodafone - Iceland
Vodafone (Iceland) uses 2 GSM bands, 2 UMTS bands, and 2 LTE bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Vodafone (Iceland). See the tables below for details.
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Vodafone Iceland operates the most extensive 4G network in Iceland, providing a wide range of mobile services including prepaid SIM cards, 3G and 4G Internet connections, and 4G roaming options. The company offers various starter kits that include unlimited talk and text, as well as data plans for mobile phones and tablets. These kits are designed to be easy to use, with plug-and-play SIM cards and simple online top-up options, making it convenient for travelers to stay connected during their stay in Iceland.
Vodafone Iceland also provides a range of prepaid mobile solutions that allow users to access the extensive 4G network, ensuring they can stay connected and share their experiences with family and friends while traveling in Iceland.
Frequency Bands
GSM
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM | Vodafone Iceland uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band. |
| 1800 MHz (DCS) | GSM | Vodafone Iceland uses the GSM 1800 MHz (DCS) frequency band. It was first assigned for commercial usage in the year 2001. |
UMTS
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B1 (2100 MHz) | UMTS | Vodafone Iceland uses the UMTS frequency band B1 (2100 MHz). |
| B8 (900 MHz GSM) | UMTS | Vodafone Iceland uses the UMTS B8 (900 MHz GSM) frequency band. This band is utilized for UMTS services in the 900 MHz range, which is also used by GSM systems. The deployment details for this specific band are not provided. |
LTE
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE | Vodafone Iceland uses the LTE frequency band B3 (1800 MHz +). This band is deployed in the Reykjavik area, starting in 2022. |
| B20 (800 MHz DD) | LTE | Vodafone Iceland uses the LTE B20 (800 MHz DD) frequency band for its LTE network deployments. This band is particularly known for its wide area coverage and deep penetration, making it suitable for regional and rural environments as well as in-building coverage. It is also popular for IoT applications like eMTC (LTE Cat M1) and NB-IoT (LTE Cat NB1) due to its wide coverage characteristics. The 800 MHz band does not easily support Massive MIMO and beamforming technologies due to its large wavelength. It can be used as a single band or as part of a multi-band network, and it supports carrier aggregation with other bands to enhance bandwidth and performance. |
