Telus review
Updated October 17, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
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Our verdict
The captured TELUS plan includes calls, texts, picture and video messaging to phone numbers in Canada and the US while the customer is in either country.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The included destinations and separate Canada-originating international rates are specified
Cons
- Calls and texts from Canada to other countries can incur pay-per-use charges
Who it suits
- TELUS customers checking the plan’s Canada-US calling and messaging scope.
Price
The captured TELUS plan includes calls, texts, picture and video messaging to phone numbers in Canada and the US while the customer is in either country. In Canada, calls or texts to numbers outside those countries use standard pay-per-use long-distance rates unless an applicable add-on rate applies.
Roaming packages abroad
Telus offers roaming packages that sit alongside its standard plans, so a customer can use a home plan while travelling outside Canada. The packages suit trips where a traveller needs a usable connection without switching to a local line. Some roaming options work day by day, while others suit longer journeys, and the better fit depends on how long the trip lasts and where it goes. Canadian travellers who spend time in several countries can weigh the options before departure. The main question is whether the trip is brief or extended.
How Telus compares
9.3 vs 9.3
9.3 vs 9.3
9.3 vs 8.5
9.3 vs 9.3
9.3 vs 9.5
9.3 vs 8.0
9.3 vs 9.2
9.3 vs 9.0
9.3 vs 8.9
9.3 vs 9.5
9.3 vs 8.5
9.3 vs 9.3
9.3 vs 8.9
9.3 vs 8.8
9.3 vs 9.2- 9.3 vs 9.6
- 9.3 vs 9.5
9.3 vs 9.5
9.3 vs 9.3
9.3 vs 9.3
9.3 vs 9.2
9.3 vs 9.2- 9.3 vs 9.2
9.3 vs 9.1- 9.3 vs 9.1
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9.3 vs 9.0
9.3 vs 8.8- 9.3 vs 8.7
9.3 vs 8.6
9.3 vs 8.6
Where Telus is available
- Available
- Canada
Countries from the brand (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
Frequently asked questions
Is Telus a common choice for phone service in Canada?+
Telus is a telecommunications provider that many people in Canada pick for mobile service. Its roaming options let subscribers use their home plan while travelling abroad. Travelers from other countries may find the brand less familiar than domestic names. The option suits customers who spend time in both countries and want their line to stay usable there.
Which destinations does the Telus roaming option reach?+
Roaming reaches destinations outside Canada, with the US among the places where the option is used. Subscribers can keep using their existing plan while they cross those borders. Coverage depends on which roaming package the customer chooses for each trip. Calls and messages can be kept working across the border for travelers who move between the two countries.
Which company operates Telus?+
Telus is operated by Telus Corporation. (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
Where is Telus based?+
Telus is based in Canada. (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
When was Telus founded?+
Telus was founded in 1990. (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
Sources
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telus_Corporation checked September 28, 2026
Backs: 5G, Founded, Headquarters, Legal entity
“It operates 5G+, 5G, LTE, HSPA+, and LPWA”
Compiled from 1 source page, checked October 17, 2026. We did not open an account.
Not confirmed yet: Price from, Price per GB from, Countries covered, Unlimited data, Hotspot sharing.