Tele2 IoT
Tele2 Group business unit selling global IoT SIMs on 670+ networks, with a free trial kit and a 24/7 network operations centre
Quick Overview
| Company | Tele2 Sverige AB (Tele2 IoT unit) |
|---|---|
| Category | IoT Connectivity and M2M SIM Providers |
| Headquarters | Kista, Sweden |
| Founded | Not stated |
| EU Presence | Yes - Sweden (EU) |
| Data Location | Not stated on the pages reviewed |
| Open Source | No |
| GDPR Compliant | Yes |
| Self-Hosting | No |
| Main Features | Global IoT SIM, eUICC switching, permanent roaming, local breakouts, IoT platform, APN and VPN, managed services, 24/7 network operations centre |
| Pricing | Pricing on request; free trial kit with 5 IoT SIMs, 50 MB and 30 SMS per SIM for 2 months (checked 31 October 2026) |
| Best For | Companies that want a Nordic telecom group as counterparty and global SIM coverage |
| Replaces | KORE Wireless, Cisco-managed IoT connectivity |
Detailed Review
Tele2 IoT describes itself as the dedicated IoT business unit within the Tele2 Group, which its site says was founded by Jan Stenbeck in Sweden in 1993. Its privacy policy names Tele2 Sverige AB in Kista as controller.
The product range covers connectivity, a platform, global SIM technology, security and managed services, sold with a team in 12 countries.
Global SIM and roaming
The site claims 670+ networks in 190+ countries, one global SIM, eUICC switching, local breakouts and permanent roaming, including in restricted markets. You can pick networks and geographic zones for a deployment.
The page also states that no customer is signed without a security qualification call and that telco-grade APN and VPN setups are available.
Platform choice
Tele2 states that customers manage SIMs on the Cisco IoT Control Center. That is a mature platform, but it means the management layer is software from a US vendor, which is relevant if your reason for leaving KORE is jurisdiction.
Trying it
A trial kit gives 5 IoT SIMs with 50 MB and 30 SMS each for two months of real-time testing. Prices are not listed, and the company points to a 30-minute call for pricing questions.
Limitations to Consider
Prices are not published. The platform is Cisco IoT Control Center, so the management layer is not European software even though the contracting entity is Swedish. The unit sits inside a large telecom group, which may mean less flexibility on small orders than a challenger. The ranking claims on the site (Gartner quadrant, sustainability lists) are the vendor's own and were not independently checked.
Who Should Use Tele2 IoT
Mid-size and large manufacturers that prefer a Swedish telecom group and a global SIM with 24/7 operations support.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- 670+ networks in 190+ countries, per its site
- eUICC switching and permanent roaming
- Free trial kit of 5 SIMs
- 24/7 network operations centre
- Controller entity in Sweden
Cons
- No published prices
- Cisco IoT Control Center as the platform
- Group structure may slow small deals
- Hosting location not stated
Alternatives to Tele2 IoT
Other European iot connectivity and m2m sim providers worth comparing before you decide:
Onomondo
Denmark · Danish operator running its own core network for IoT SIMs
1NCE
Germany · One-time fee SIM that covers ten years of low-volume data
EMnify
Germany · Cloud connectivity hub for managing SIMs across carriers
Eseye
United Kingdom · Multi-network eSIM connectivity with hardware design support
See all European iot connectivity and m2m sim providers or compare them directly against KORE Wireless on our alternatives page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Its site says SIMs are managed on Cisco IoT Control Center, so the software comes from a US company even though Tele2 is the Swedish contracting party.
Yes, a trial kit with 5 IoT SIMs, 50 MB and 30 SMS per SIM runs for two months.
Not on the pages reviewed on 31 October 2026.