nuroモバイル — Free Service Overview

nuroモバイル is Sony's MVNO brand on docomo, au and SoftBank networks, competing with IIJmio and mineo. This page tracks live pricing tiers, supported platforms, and the practical use cases where nuroモバイル fits into a household or business subscription stack, with anchor prices sourced from the live pricing table above for country-specific currency.

Quick Facts

• Brand: nuroモバイル
• Operator: Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile)
• Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
• Founded: 2016
• Ownership: subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation (NYSE: SONY; TSE: 6758)
• Flagship paid tier anchor: NURO 5 GB at JPY 990/month
• 2025-2026 differentiator: Sony brand bundle perks plus 2024-2025 5G availability and unlimited NURO Mobile App bandwidth

What is nuroモバイル?

nuroモバイル is operated by Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and founded in 2016. The product covers multi-carrier (docomo/au/SoftBank), 5G access where available, and NURO bandwidth bonus for partner apps as anchor capabilities, with the broader feature set described in the sections below. This catalog page pulls live tier pricing from our database and links into our cancel guides, deals, and price-history tracker so you can monitor nuroモバイル across its full subscription lifecycle.

Why choose nuroモバイル

Operator track record and ownership

nuroモバイル is run by Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile), with ownership currently described as: subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation (NYSE: SONY; TSE: 6758). The brand has been operating since 2016, so by 2026 there is a multi-year track record of pricing decisions, product updates, and service reliability that buyers can review before subscribing. For 2025-2026 the operator's headline emphasis is on Sony brand bundle perks plus 2024-2025 5G availability and unlimited NURO Mobile App bandwidth.

Feature breadth in 2026

Beyond the headline pillars, nuroモバイル ships eSIM support, number-portability MNP, and family-share plans. This depth matters because subscribers rarely buy a single feature in isolation. nuroモバイル's feature surface area lets a household or team start narrow and expand into the rest of the platform as needs grow.

Plan structure and ecosystem fit

The current ladder runs from NURO 3 GB up to NURO 20 GB. Each step unlocks specific capabilities (detailed in the pricing table below) rather than artificial caps, and the platform integrates with mainstream device and billing ecosystems typical for a mobile network operator. That makes it straightforward to slot nuroモバイル into existing setups without re-platforming.

nuroモバイル pricing in 2026

The tier ladder and anchor prices below are sourced from Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile)'s public pricing pages as of 2025-2026. For live country-specific numbers, refer to the pricing table at the top of this page; the summary below describes how the tier ladder is shaped.

Live pricing across countries

For country-by-country billing currency, taxes, and renewal pricing, refer to the live pricing table on this page. It pulls directly from our catalog so promotions, anchor tiers, and price drops surface as soon as we capture them. This is the source we recommend over any historical price quoted in third-party content.

nuroモバイル apps and platform support

nuroモバイル supports the platform mix expected for a mobile network operator. The table below summarizes typical coverage; refer to Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile)'s product pages for the exact device and OS support matrix on each tier.

nuroモバイル product depth and category positioning

nuroモバイル sits in the mobile network operator category and competes with adjacent providers in Tokyo's home market and beyond. Its differentiation lever for 2025-2026 is Sony brand bundle perks plus 2024-2025 5G availability and unlimited NURO Mobile App bandwidth. Buyers evaluating the mobile network operator market compare these capabilities against tier price and customer support quality, both of which are tracked in the pricing table above and in our deals and cancel guides linked below.

Use cases nuroモバイル fits

• Subscribers in Tokyo and beyond who want a mobile network operator with multi-carrier (docomo/au/SoftBank) as a core anchor
• Households comparing nuroモバイル against adjacent mobile network operator options on the NURO 5 GB tier price point
• Buyers who prioritize 5G access where available as their deciding factor in the mobile network operator category
• Users who want NURO bandwidth bonus for partner apps bundled with the rest of the platform rather than paid separately
• Cross-region or expat users wanting Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile)-branded service rather than a regional reseller

Comparable products in our catalog

If you're evaluating nuroモバイル alongside other tools, we maintain a separate catalog page per service with live pricing and tier names. Use our category hub to compare nuroモバイル with adjacent mobile network operator options on price, feature coverage, and free-tier availability. For each candidate we also track cancellation flow, current promo codes, and renewal price history so the total cost of ownership is visible upfront.

Frequently asked questions

Who operates nuroモバイル?

nuroモバイル is operated by Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan since 2016. Ownership status: subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation (NYSE: SONY; TSE: 6758). The full legal entity and registration details are published on the operator's public terms of service.

How much does nuroモバイル cost in 2026?

The NURO 3 GB anchor is JPY 792/month, the NURO 5 GB anchor is JPY 990/month, and the NURO 20 GB anchor is JPY 2,090/month. Live country-specific numbers and promotions are shown in the live pricing table at the top of this page.

Does nuroモバイル offer a free tier or trial?

Free tier and trial availability is shown in the live pricing table above and varies by country and promotional window. The current ladder starts at NURO 3 GB (JPY 792/month); check the Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile) signup flow for the current trial terms before committing.

What platforms does nuroモバイル run on?

nuroモバイル covers the platforms shown in the table above. Mobile, web, and selected device support varies by region and tier; Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile)'s product pages track new integrations as they ship.

What's new in nuroモバイル for 2025-2026?

The headline emphasis is Sony brand bundle perks plus 2024-2025 5G availability and unlimited NURO Mobile App bandwidth. This is the feature most likely to influence whether nuroモバイル is the right choice for a buyer evaluating the mobile network operator market today.

How does nuroモバイル compare to other mobile network operator options?

nuroモバイル differentiates on multi-carrier (docomo/au/SoftBank) and 5G access where available plus the broader feature ladder shown above. For a side-by-side feature comparison with adjacent providers, see our category hub linked at the bottom of this page.

Can I cancel nuroモバイル anytime?

Yes - cancellation is typically self-service via the nuroモバイル account portal or by contacting Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile). We maintain a step-by-step cancellation guide on our cancel hub that covers the specific in-product flow, refund eligibility, and what data is preserved after cancel.

Does nuroモバイル offer family, team, or business pricing?

Multi-user and higher-tier plans target larger deployments or households where applicable. The published anchor at the NURO 20 GB level is JPY 2,090/month; ask Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile) sales for bespoke or volume pricing on team or enterprise plans.

Is nuroモバイル available outside its home country?

nuroモバイル is operated from Tokyo, Japan and is primarily sold to its home market; see the live pricing table for country-specific tier pricing across the markets where Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile) sells the product.

Where can I find nuroモバイル deals and promo codes?

Our deals page tracks current nuroモバイル promotional pricing and our renewal price tracker stores historical price points so you can spot post-trial price hikes. Both are linked below in the related guides section.

Get started with nuroモバイル

To sign up, head to the live pricing table at the top of this page. Pick the tier that matches your needs - NURO 3 GB (JPY 792/month) for evaluation, NURO 5 GB (JPY 990/month) for production use, or NURO 20 GB (JPY 2,090/month) for the broadest feature set. Once you've subscribed, bookmark this page to monitor renewal pricing and catch any tier or anchor-price changes from Sony Network Communications Inc. (NURO Mobile).

Related Subger guides

• Cancel nuroモバイル - step-by-step cancellation guide for the current portal
• nuroモバイル deals and promo codes - live promotional offers tracked across the year
• nuroモバイル true price tracker - renewal price history and post-trial cost watch
• nuroモバイル promo codes - coupon and code archive with expiration tracking
• Browse the full mobile network operator category on Subger