A side-by-side comparison of plans, pricing, 5G coverage, roaming, perks, and customer support to help you pick the right carrier.
Plans and pricing
Both carriers are no-contract on postpaid plans. Below are the key plan tiers for each carrier, priced for most provinces outside Quebec.
Both carriers now top out at $100/month with unlimited data. Telus' Complete Unlimited Explore plan adds extended international roaming with a 5-year price lock. Rogers' 5G+ Ultimate adds StreamSaver, 50% off Roam Like Home, Uber One, and a free data-only plan for 24 months. Telus also offers unlimited data from $85/month with US and Mexico included. Rogers offers dedicated 65+ senior pricing at every tier and a satellite connectivity add-on on select plans, while Telus offers its own senior pricing through the Mobility for Good program from $25/month. Quebec residents get lower pricing from both carriers through province-specific plans.
5G and network coverage
Coverage data is based on registered tower locations from the ISED tower registry and Statistics Canada 2021 census boundaries, updated March 2026. Rogers holds a clear nationwide lead on both 4G and 5G population coverage.
Despite having more total towers (16,007 vs 12,284), Telus trails Rogers significantly on population coverage. Rogers reaches 98.3% of Canadians on 4G and 96.7% on 5G, while Telus reaches 93.0% on 4G and 76.3% on 5G. Telus excels in western Canada, reaching 99.9% of Alberta and 99.8% of British Columbia on 4G. Rogers leads in most other provinces and has no presence in the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, or Yukon, while Telus equally has no coverage in those territories.
Head-to-head comparison
| Feature | Telus | Rogers |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $25/mo | $30/mo |
| Cheapest 5G plan | $50/mo (QC) · $65 elsewhere | $50/mo (QC) · $65 elsewhere |
| Top-tier plan | $100/mo (unlimited data) | $100/mo (unlimited data) |
| Unlimited data plan | Yes, from $85/mo (US+Mexico included) | Yes, from $85/mo (Popular & Ultimate) |
| Prepaid plans | No | No |
| 4G population coverage | 93.0% | 98.3% |
| 5G population coverage | 76.3% | 96.7% |
| Total towers | 16,007 | 12,284 |
| Western Canada (AB, BC) | Excellent (99.8%+ 4G) | Good |
| Device financing | 24 months | 24 months |
| Daily roaming (USA) | $16/day | From $3/day (50% off on Ultimate) |
| Daily roaming (Europe) | From $2/day (pass) | From $3/day |
| Price lock guarantee | 5-year lock (select plans) | No |
| Senior plans (65+) | Yes (Mobility for Good) | Yes, every tier (from $65/mo) |
| Streaming perks | Stream+ from $10/mo for 3 months | Citytv+, Uber One, Sportsnet+, StreamSaver |
| Sub-brands | Koodo Mobile, Public Mobile | Fido, Chatr Wireless |
| Customer rating | 2.0/5 | 1.6/5 |
Roaming rates compared
Both carriers offer a mix of daily rates and multi-day passes. Telus uses an Easy Roam branding with fixed pass options per region. Rogers offers Roam Like Home daily rates plus regional passes. Depending on your destination and trip length, one carrier may offer significantly better value than the other.
United States
| Option | Telus | Rogers |
|---|---|---|
| Daily rate | $16/day | $16/day |
| 7-day pass | $35 / 7 days | No 7-day pass |
| 14-day pass | No 14-day pass | $60 / 14 days |
| 30-day pass | No 30-day pass | $70 / 30 days |
Europe
| Option | Telus | Rogers |
|---|---|---|
| Daily rate | $18/day (International) | $18/day (International) |
| 14-day pass | $50 / 14 days | $70 / 14 days |
| 30-day pass | $60 / 30 days | $80 / 30 days |
Caribbean and Mexico
| Option | Telus | Rogers |
|---|---|---|
| Daily rate | $18/day | $18/day (International) |
| 7-day pass | $49 / 7 days | $49 / 7 days |
| 14-day pass | No 14-day pass | $70 / 14 days |
| 30-day pass | No 30-day pass | $80 / 30 days |
Asia
| Option | Telus | Rogers |
|---|---|---|
| Daily rate | $18/day | $18/day (International) |
| 14-day pass | $70 / 14 days | $70 / 14 days |
| 30-day pass | No 30-day pass | $80 / 30 days |
Latin America and other international destinations
| Option | Telus | Rogers |
|---|---|---|
| Daily rate | $18/day | $18/day (International) |
| 7-day pass (Latin America) | $60 / 7 days | No 7-day pass |
| 14-day pass | No 14-day pass | $100 / 14 days |
| 30-day pass | No 30-day pass | $110 / 30 days |
Australia and New Zealand
| Option | Telus | Rogers |
|---|---|---|
| Daily rate | $18/day | $18/day (International) |
| 7-day pass | $50 / 7 days | No 7-day pass |
| 14-day pass | No 14-day pass | No 14-day pass |
| 30-day pass | No 30-day pass | No 30-day pass |
Daily rates are matched between the two carriers in most regions. The real difference comes down to pass options. Telus wins on Europe with cheaper 14-day ($50) and 30-day ($60) passes vs Rogers ($70/$80). For the USA, Telus offers a useful 7-day pass at $35 while Rogers has better value on longer 14-day ($60) and 30-day ($70) stays. Caribbean and Asia pass pricing is matched on 14-day options, with Rogers adding 30-day passes that Telus does not offer. For short trips to Australia and New Zealand, Telus's $50 7-day pass is the only structured option available from either carrier.
Device financing
Both Telus and Rogers offer 24-month device financing, letting you spread the cost of a new phone over two years. Your monthly bill combines your plan price and the device payment. Once the 24 months are complete, the device portion drops off your bill, or you can upgrade and start a new financing term.
Perks and add-ons
Telus stands out with its 5-Year Rate Plan Price Lock on select plans, offering long-term price certainty that Rogers does not provide. Existing Telus home services customers receive a $15 monthly bill credit for 24 months. Telus also offers Stream+ from $10/month for 3 months, plus a $10 pre-authorized payment discount on Voice plans. The Mobility for Good senior program offers 5G plans starting at $25/month, including a Google Pixel 7 for $0 and a $75 phone purchase discount.
Rogers bundles free Citytv+ for 3 months on all 5G Infinite plans. Popular ($85/mo) includes 12 months of Uber One, Sportsnet+ savings, StreamSaver access, and 25% off Roam Like Home. Ultimate ($100/mo) steps up to 50% off Roam Like Home, a free data-only plan for 24 months, and 2X cash back on Rogers purchases with a Rogers Red credit card. Rogers Satellite connectivity is available as an add-on for $10/month for the first 12 months on select plans, and is included free for the first 12 months on others.
Both carriers have budget sub-brands on their networks: Koodo Mobile and Public Mobile run on Telus, while Fido and Chatr Wireless run on Rogers, often offering lower monthly prices on the same underlying infrastructure.
Customer support
Telus scores slightly higher in customer satisfaction at 2.0/5 vs Rogers at 1.6/5. Common Telus complaints include billing transparency issues and unexpected charges after contracts end. Rogers complaints frequently centre on dropped calls, unexpected price changes, and limited resolution for rural service issues. Rogers offers phone support including Cantonese and Mandarin options, while Telus relies on chat, community forum, and Facebook Messenger.
Who should choose which?
- You live in Alberta or British Columbia
- You want truly unlimited data without a cap
- You want a 5-year price lock for long-term certainty (select plans)
- You travel to Europe frequently (best pass pricing)
- You are a senior wanting the Mobility for Good program
- You are an existing Telus home services customer
- You want the widest 5G coverage in Canada
- You want the lowest daily roaming rate across most destinations
- You are 65+ and want tier-specific senior pricing
- You live in Ontario, Atlantic Canada, or Saskatchewan
- You want streaming perks like Uber One, Citytv+, Sportsnet+, and StreamSaver
- You need Cantonese or Mandarin phone support
Telus and Rogers serve different types of customers well. Rogers leads on 5G coverage and offers the simplest, lowest daily roaming rates across most destinations. Telus is the stronger pick in western Canada, for anyone wanting unlimited data, long-term price certainty through the 5-year lock, or better European pass pricing. Both offer 24-month device financing and no-contract postpaid plans at comparable top-tier prices.
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