Voice or data first? Compare Glo Super Talk, Talk‑On, Berekete Smart, standalone bundles and dual‑SIM hacks. Cost tables, usage profiles and a SmartSMSSolutions 1–2 % airtime discount help you pick—and stick to—the perfect 2025 plan.
Since the NCC raised the prepaid voice floor to ₦0.30 / s (₦18 / min) and kept PAYG data at ₦3.07 / MB in March 2025, Glo’s default tariffs can torch a ₦1 000 recharge before lunch. The good news: Glo still runs specialised plans and bundles that slash costs for either talk‑centric or data‑centric users—but mixing them up (e.g., a chatterbox on a data‑promo or a Netflix fiend on a voice‑bonus) can double your spend.
In this comprehensive guide we will:
- Map every active Glo voice and data option, including Super Talk, Talk‑On, Berekete Smart, standalone data bundles and night packs.
- Build five lifestyle archetypes (Heavy Caller, Balanced Hybrid, Social Scroller, Streamer & Gamer, International Dialler) and run real 2025 cost breakdowns.
- Show where dual‑SIM combos beat any single plan.
- Add an always‑on 1–2 % discount flow via SmartSMSSolutions (buy airtime here) to claw back extra savings.
- Finish with a decision matrix, FAQ and printable 30‑day optimisation calendar.
Glo’s 2025 Voice‑Oriented Plans At A Glance
|
Plan |
Core Voice Rate |
Daily / Access Fee |
Bonuses |
Who It Suits |
|
Super Talk ( |
15.5 k/s |
₦15 first call/day |
None |
≥ 5 min daily callers |
|
Talk‑On (default after promos) |
22 k/s |
None |
None |
Light / sporadic callers |
|
Berekete Smart RBV |
83 k/s (bonus) |
None |
100 % voice on recharge |
New SIMs, burst callers |
|
IDD Packs |
As low as ₦27/min |
One‑off fee |
3–37 IDD minutes |
Overseas diallers |
Glo’s 2025 Data‑Centric Options
|
Bundle Type |
Volume / Price |
₦/MB |
Notes |
|
Standard Monthly 1 GB @ ₦500 – 10 GB @ ₦5 000 |
₦0.50 – 0.43 |
30‑day validity |
|
|
Data‑Plan Bonus (Berekete first 4 mo) |
100 % extra |
Cuts ₦/MB in half |
New SIMs only |
|
Night Bundles 250 MB ₦50, TGIF 3 GB ₦500 |
₦0.20 – 0.17 |
00 : 00–05 : 00 |
|
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PAYG Day |
— |
₦3.07 |
Block unless emergency |
Five Lifestyle Archetypes & Plan Shortlist
|
Archetype |
Calls / Month |
Data / Month |
Short‑List Plans |
|
Heavy Caller |
≥ 300 min |
< 2 GB |
Super Talk or XtraTalk (dual‑SIM) |
|
Balanced Hybrid |
120–240 min |
3–5 GB |
Talk‑On + monthly bundle, or Berekete Smart (months 1‑4) |
|
Social Scroller |
< 100 min |
5–8 GB |
Glo data bundles + Talk‑On, optionally Pulse night packs |
|
Streamer & Gamer |
< 60 min |
≥ 10 GB |
Berekete large double data (months 1‑4) + MTN night SIM |
|
International Dialler |
60 min local + 30 min IDD |
1 GB |
Talk‑On + IDD Pack or SmartValue SIM |
Cost Modelling — Heavy Caller Example
400 min local voice, 1 GB browsing.
|
Plan Option |
Voice Cost |
Data Cost |
Daily Fees |
Monthly Total |
|
Super Talk |
400 min × ₦9.30 = ₦3 720 |
1 GB bundle ₦1 000 |
25 fee days × ₦15 = ₦375 |
₦5 095 |
|
Talk‑On |
400 min × ₦13.2 = ₦5 280 |
1 GB ₦1 000 |
0 |
₦6 280 |
|
Berekete Smart Month 2 |
240 min bonus @ ₦49.8 + 160 min main @ ₦13.2 = ₦4 752 |
400 MB bonus + 600 MB bundle ₦1 200 |
0 |
₦5 952 |
Result: Super Talk wins by ~₦857/month.
Cost Modelling — Streamer & Gamer Example
12 GB month, < 40 min calls.
|
Plan Mix |
Data Strategy |
Voice Cost |
Total |
|
Berekete Smart Month 2 |
Buy 10 GB @ ₦5 000 (doubles to 20 GB) |
40 min bonus ₦199 |
₦5 199 |
|
Talk‑On + Night SIM |
Glo 6 GB ₦2 500 + MTN Night 6 GB ₦900 |
40 min ₦528 |
₦3 928 |
|
Single SIM Talk‑On |
12 GB bundles ₦6 000 |
40 min ₦528 |
₦6 528 |
Dual‑SIM beats Berekete after month 4 when double‑data stops.
Dual‑SIM Combos That Beat Any Single Plan
|
Slot |
SIM & Plan |
Duty |
Why It Works |
|
SIM 1 |
Glo Super Talk |
Day‑voice + light data |
15.5 k/s calls; PAYG data blocked |
|
SIM 2 |
MTN Pulse |
Heavy data & night bundles |
500 MB Nightlife @ ₦75 (₦0.15/MB) + cheap ₦0.50/MB monthly data |
Savings Example: 300 min voice (Super Talk) + 6 GB data (Pulse) = ₦5 295. A single‑SIM Glo setup using Talk‑On + 6 GB bundle costs ₦7 280—you pocket ₦1 985/month.
SmartSMSSolutions Integration — Squeeze 1–2 % From Every Recharge
- Fund once per week via bank transfer or USSD; ₦1 000 airtime costs ≈ ₦980–₦990.
- Automate top‑ups for both SIMs—set Monday 08 : 00 wallet schedules.
- Redirect savings: every ₦20–₦40 rebate buys an extra night bundle or covers one Super Talk access fee.
Annual scenario (₦36 000 airtime): save ₦360–₇20—equivalent to 2.4–4.8 GB of free night data.
Decision Matrix — One‑Look Plan Picker
|
Key Priority |
Single SIM Choice |
Dual‑SIM Upgrade |
Notes |
|
Voice ≥ 300 min/mo |
Super Talk |
Super Talk + Pulse (data) |
Super Talk avg < ₦10/min |
|
Data ≥ 8 GB/mo |
Berekete (months 1‑4) |
Pulse + Glo Talk‑On |
Switch when double‑data ends |
|
Balanced (3–5 GB + 120 min) |
Talk‑On + 5 GB bundle |
Talk‑On + Pulse night |
Avoid Super Talk fee if voice light |
|
USA/Canada Calls |
Talk‑On + Glo IDD Pack 4 |
SmartConnect (Airtel) + IDD SmartValue |
Airtel 20 k/s beats packs |
|
Night‑Only Surfing |
Glo Night 250 MB/₦50 |
Trybe 250 MB/₦25 + TGIF 3 GB |
Cheapest MBs in Nigeria |
30‑Day Optimisation Checklist (Printable)
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Date |
Task |
Done |
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Day 1 |
Audit last month’s call/data totals ( |
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Day 1 |
Pick plan(s) using matrix above; migrate ( |
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Day 1 |
Enable PAYG block ( |
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Day 1 |
Fund SmartSMS wallet; schedule auto‑top‑ups |
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Day 7 |
Review bonus balances; adjust recharge cadence |
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Day 15 |
Mid‑cycle cost check: airtime spent vs budget |
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Day 29 |
Decide stay or switch—first migration next month is free |
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Frequently Asked Questions
|
Q |
A |
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Can I run Super Talk and Berekete Smart on the same SIM? |
No—each SIM holds one tariff. Use dual‑SIM phones to combine. |
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Does SmartSMSSolutions support automatic recurring top‑ups? |
Yes—set “Scheduled Airtime” in dashboard; choose day, amount & network. |
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Will night bundles auto‑renew? |
No—buy afresh each night; set alarms. |
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Are Glo data bundles cheaper on Super Talk vs Talk‑On? |
Same price; only voice rate differs. |
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Can I port my Glo number without losing SmartSMS discount? |
Yes—SmartSMS sells airtime for all networks. Update SIM label in wallet. |
Conclusion — Match, Stick, Review
The cheapest plan is not the one with the loudest bonus—it’s the one that mirrors your daily habits and stays locked for 30 days:
- Heavy callers: Super Talk for core voice, plus a data‑focused second SIM.
- Streamers & gamers: Pulse or Trybe for night GBs; Glo bundles for day.
- Balanced users: Talk‑On + right‑sized monthly data keeps life simple.
- New SIM opportunists: Milk Berekete Smart’s double‑data months 1‑4, then move on.
Top‑up every line through SmartSMSSolutions for an effortless 1–2 % rebate, block PAYG leaks, and revisit your usage each billing cycle. Follow this playbook and you’ll keep your 2025 phone bill lean—no matter how often Nigeria’s tariffs shift.