Reliance Jio vs Airtel vs Vi: Cheapest Postpaid Plans Compared, Which One Should You Buy

India’s three biggest telecom players- Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea (Vi), all offer a wide range of postpaid plans, each designed to appeal to different kinds of users. But if your priority

is getting the best value without spending too much every month, the real comparison lies in looking at their most affordable postpaid options side by side. With plans now offering more than just calls and SMS, including 5G data access, OTT subscriptions, and cloud storage, choosing the right one is no longer as straightforward as it used to be. Here’s a clear breakdown of what each operator is offering in its cheapest postpaid plan.Jio Rs 349 Postpaid PlanReliance Jio’s entry-level postpaid plan, priced at Rs 349, is easily one of the most competitive options in the segment. You get unlimited voice calls, 100 SMS per day, and 30GB of True 5G data. Once that 30GB limit is crossed, extra data is charged at Rs 10 per GB. However, the big advantage is that if you’re in a True 5G zone, Jio allows unlimited 5G usage at no extra cost, which is a major value addition for heavy data users. The plan also includes JioTV, JioAICloud and a three-month JioHotstar subscription. There’s an extra perk for young users, those between 18 and 25 get an 18-month Google Gemini Pro Plan worth Rs 35,100 at no additional cost, making Jio’s base plan even more attractive for students and young professionals.Airtel Rs 449 Postpaid PlanAirtel’s most affordable postpaid option comes in at Rs 449 per month. Like Jio, it offers unlimited local, STD, and roaming calls along with 100 SMS per day. Airtel, however, provides 50GB of monthly 5G data, and the unused portion rolls over to the next billing cycle, which can be helpful if your data usage varies from month to month. On the benefits front, Airtel bundles Xstream Play Premium, giving access to movies, web series, and live sports across apps and browsers. The plan also includes 100GB of Google One cloud storage, free Hello Tunes, and access to Perplexity Pro. For users who rely on cloud backup and entertainment apps, this plan brings strong value.ALSO READ: BSNL Rs 225 Silver Jubilee Plan Launched In India, Check Validity, Benefits, And MoreVi Rs 451 Postpaid PlanVodafone Idea’s cheapest postpaid offering-- the Rs 451 Vi Max plan, is the costliest of the three. It includes unlimited calls, 100 SMS per day, and 50GB of monthly data, along with unlimited data between midnight and 6am. Vi also provides unlimited 5G usage in compatible circles. What sets Vi’s plan apart is the choice of bundled benefits. Subscribers can pick one option from the following: a three-month pack of Vi Movies & TV (including access to Zee5, SonyLiv, and JioHotstar), a one-year mobile subscription to JioHotstar or SonyLiv, or a one-year Norton mobile security plan. This flexibility may appeal to users who prefer OTT content or want added security protection.