Bharti Airtel has launched a new Rs 398 prepaid recharge plan, designed to cater to users seeking a mix of connectivity and entertainment. The Rs 398 Airtel plan packs unlimited local, STD, and roaming calls, and offers 2GB of daily data, 100 SMS per day, and a 28-day subscription to Hotstar Mobile. Unlimited 5G date is available to eligible users.
“This addition reflects Airtel’s commitment to delivering more than just seamless connectivity, addressing the evolving entertainment needs of customers and enhancing their overall experience,” Airtel said in a press release.
Airtel’s Rs 398 plan seems like a direct challenger to Jio’s existing Rs 399 plan. Jio’s Rs 399 prepaid plan provides 2.5GB of daily data, unlimited calls, 100 SMS per day, and a suite of bundled benefits, including access to JioTV, JioCinema, and JioCloud, for the same 28-day validity period. Though Jio offers more data, Airtel’s free Hotstar subscription could definitely be a crowd puller depending on user preferences.
| Plan Price | Validity | Data | OTT Benefits | 5G Access |
| Airtel Rs 398 | 28 days | 2GB/day (56GB total) | JioTV, JioCinema, JioCloud | Unlimited |
| Jio Rs 399 | 28 days | 2.5GB/day (70GB total) | Disney+ Hotstar Mobile | Unlimited |
Airtel vs Jio: A quick comparison
Data benefits: Jio takes the lead with 2.5GB/day, compared to Airtel’s 2GB/day. Heavy data users might find Jio more appealing.
Entertainment add-ons: Airtel offers a premium Hotstar Mobile subscription for live sports and exclusive content, while Jio includes JioTV and JioCinema for live TV and Bollywood-centric entertainment.
Price: Airtel’s Rs 398 plan is Re 1 cheaper, though the difference is negligible.
5G network availability: Both plans support high-speed 5G networks, ensuring fast connectivity.
The choice between Airtel’s Rs 398 plan and Jio’s Rs 399 plan boils down to personal preferences. Airtel is an excellent option for users looking for premium Hotstar content, especially sports enthusiasts. Meanwhile, Jio is ideal for those who value extra data and a broader range of bundled apps like JioTV and JioCinema.
