What Simyo does

Simyo is a Dutch Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) founded in 2005 and headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands, operating as a subsidiary of KPN. The company delivers mobile voice, SMS, and data services to Dutch consumers and small businesses over KPN's 5G/LTE network infrastructure, with no proprietary radio network of its own. Its product portfolio centers on three offerings: Sim Only (postpaid subscriptions with adjustable monthly data bundles), Prepaid (pay-as-you-go airtime credit), and Telefoons (smartphone bundles on 24-month contracts, including both new and refurbished devices). Supporting capabilities include eSIM provisioning, number portability, and the Simyo Compleet program, which provides up to 10 GB of free additional monthly data to households that also subscribe to KPN fixed internet.

The business runs on a digital-first, self-serve go-to-market model with no physical retail presence. Customers acquire and manage subscriptions through simyo.nl and the Mijn Simyo customer portal and iOS/Android application, while marketing relies on content (blog, forum), organic social, the VriendenDeal referral program, and prominent use of third-party social proof — most notably the Consumentenbond award displayed across the site. Revenue is generated through recurring monthly subscriptions, usage-based prepaid credit, and hardware margins on bundled phones. Pricing is publicly disclosed, with promotional SIM-only plans starting at €15/month for 40 GB on 24-month contracts, and plans are month-to-month adjustable after the initial term, with no activation fees during promotional windows.

Simyo has been named the best mobile provider in the Netherlands 37 times by the Consumentenbond, the country's largest independent consumer association, and holds a 3.9/5 Trustpilot rating across 7,329 reviews. With 76 employees and operations confined to a single domestic market, the company positions itself as a low-cost, high-trust consumer brand within the KPN group, competing on price, flexibility, and award-validated quality rather than on premium service tiers or geographic breadth.

Name

Simyo

Legal name

Simyo

Website

https://simyo.nl

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Simyo is a Dutch Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) that delivers mobile voice, SMS, and 5G data services to Dutch consumers and small businesses over KPN's network through a digital-first, self-serve subscription model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Telecommunications (MVNO)

NAICS

Telecommunications Resellers (517121), Telecommunications Resellers and Agents for Wireless Telecommunication Services (51712)

SIC

Radiotelephone Communications (4812)

akta.pro primary industry

Mobile Virtual Network Enablers & Full MVNO Operators (HDAIAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Consumer Mobile Network Operators (Retail MNOs) (HDAIAAAA)

Keywords

• Mobile virtual network operator
• Sim only plans
• Prepaid mobile services
• Phone subscription bundles
• Esim mobile connectivity

Headquarters

HQ city

Rotterdam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Mobile Subscription (Sim Only & Phone Contract): Recurring monthly subscription revenue from SIM-only plans and bundled phone + subscription contracts. Customers pay a monthly fee for voice, SMS, and data bundles. Phone contracts typically run 24 months. Revenue is subscription_recurring for the airtime service component and hardware_sales for device bundles.
2. Prepaid Airtime Credit: Prepaid customers purchase airtime credit (beltegoed) in top-up amounts. Revenue is recognized as credit is consumed or upon expiry per local regulations. This is a pay-as-you-go usage-based model.
3. Simyo Compleet Bundle Upsell: Customers who also have KPN fixed internet at the same address receive up to 10 GB extra data per month for free. This drives cross-sell/retention between Simyo mobile and KPN fixed services, strengthening customer lifetime value.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Simyo is a Dutch mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) that provides mobile voice, SMS, and data services to consumers and small businesses by leasing KPN's 5G/LTE network infrastructure. It sells SIM-only postpaid plans, prepaid pay-as-you-go airtime, and bundled smartphone + subscription contracts, supported by eSIM provisioning and a self-service online portal and mobile app.

Product overview

Simyo is a Dutch mobile virtual operator (MVNO) operating on KPN's network, offering a portfolio of mobile telecommunications products. The core offering consists of Sim Only (postpaid) and Prepaid plans, supplemented by eSIM as a digital SIM alternative. Customers can bundle mobile subscriptions with device purchases through the Telefoons program, which also includes refurbished phones. Simyo Compleet adds value by bundling mobile services with KPN fixed internet, providing up to 10 GB of free additional monthly data for customers with KPN home internet. All services leverage KPN's reliable 5G network infrastructure. The company serves both consumer and business segments with self-service capabilities through the Mijn Simyo app and online portal.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Simyo Compleet: Bundle offering that provides up to 10 GB extra data per month for customers with KPN fixed internet.

Products and services

• Sim Only Monthly mobile postpaid subscription plans offering voice, SMS, and adjustable data bundles (15 GB to unlimited) operating on KPN's 5G network. Customers can upgrade or downgrade their plan each month without penalty after the initial contract period.
• Prepaid Pay-as-you-go mobile service allowing customers to purchase airtime credits (beltegoed) in variable top-up amounts with no monthly commitment or credit check, targeting occasional or budget-conscious users.
• Telefoons (Phone Subscription) Mobile phone bundles combining a new or refurbished smartphone (Apple iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, Fairphone, OPPO, Motorola) with a 24-month subscription plan, available to new and existing customers.
• eSIM Digital SIM card embedded in compatible devices, providing the same functionality as a physical plastic SIM card and activated remotely without visiting a store or waiting for mail delivery.
• Simyo Compleet Bundle benefit offering customers with KPN fixed internet at the same address up to 10 GB of free additional mobile data per month, combining Simyo mobile services with KPN home internet.
• Refurbished Phones Pre-owned, certified mobile devices sold at discounted prices bundled with subscription plans as a lower-cost alternative to new devices.

Quantifiable outcome

• 37x named best mobile provider by the Consumentenbond, the most of any Dutch mobile provider
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• KPNcoreTechnology or IntegrationSimyo operates as a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO)租用 KPN's physical 5G/LTE network infrastructure to deliver mobile services to its customers. KPN provides the underlying radio access network, spectrum, and core network, while Simyo handles branding, pricing, customer acquisition, billing, and customer service. This MVNO relationship is the foundational technology partnership — without KPN's network, Simyo cannot deliver any service. Additionally, Simyo participates in the KPN & Simyo Compleet program, where KPN fixed internet customers receive free extra mobile data (up to 10 GB/month) as a cross-brand bundling incentive, making KPN also a GTM partner for customer acquisition.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lebara: Lebara is a pan-European MVNO with a Dutch presence, targeting migrant and international-calling segments with low-cost prepaid offerings. It competes with Simyo's prepaid and budget-conscious propositions.
• BEN: BEN is a Dutch youth-focused MVNO on the T-Mobile network with simple, low-cost plans. It competes directly with Simyo's student and young consumer segments with a similar digital-first, no-frills positioning.
• Youfone: Youfone is a Dutch MVNO operating on the KPN network, targeting price-conscious consumers with SIM-only, prepaid, and bundled plans. It is the most direct head-to-head competitor to Simyo in the Dutch value segment.
• Hollandsnieuwe: Hollandsnieuwe is a Dutch MVNO on the T-Mobile network offering low-cost SIM-only and prepaid plans. It competes directly with Simyo for digital-first, budget-oriented Dutch consumers.
• Budget Mobiel: Budget Mobiel is a Dutch MVNO on the KPN network offering SIM-only plans targeting price-sensitive customers. Direct competitor to Simyo in the same value segment, leveraging the same host network.
• Lyca Mobile: Lyca Mobile is a global MVNO with substantial Dutch subscribers, focused on international calling and prepaid mobile. Overlaps with Simyo in the budget/prepaid segment and competes on price for migrant and youth demographics.

Broad incumbents

• VodafoneZiggo: VodafoneZiggo is a major Dutch quad-play provider combining mobile, fixed, and pay-TV. Its converged offerings and mobile pricing compete with Simyo, particularly for households seeking one-bill simplicity.
• KPN: KPN is the incumbent Dutch telecom operator and Simyo's parent company and host network. KPN overlaps with Simyo at the consumer level but also powers Simyo via wholesale, creating a unique internal/external competitive dynamic.
• T-Mobile Netherlands: T-Mobile Netherlands is a major MNO with full network ownership and a broad consumer/SMB portfolio. It competes with Simyo at the retail level while also serving as a wholesale host to competing MVNOs (Hollandsnieuwe, BEN).

Emerging players

• 1GLOBAL: 1GLOBAL is a digital-first eSIM mobile provider offering cross-border connectivity. While not a direct Dutch retail competitor, it represents an emerging digital-native threat that could erode traditional MVNO subscriber bases as eSIM-first consumers grow.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/simyonl
• Facebookfacebook.com/simyonl
• Instagraminstagram.com/simyonl
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/simyo.nl

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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