Questions tagged [esim]

3 questions
14
votes
3 answers

Risks around eSIM providers with cheap plans

I often find that some of eSIM providers are able to offer very cheap plans as compared to actual mobile companies which own the network. For example Nomad/Lyca provide very cheap plans which make them quite attractive options for eSIMs. But it…
Travelling Juggernaut
  • 4,335
  • 30
  • 57
9
votes
1 answer

How to buy a prepaid eSIM in advance (Australia) when app not available?

Going to Australia in a week, for 6 weeks. Telstra's and Boost's cheapest prepaid plans with eSIM currently amount to approx. AU$50 for two 28 day renewal periods (offer included). I'd like to buy in advance so I'm set when I arrive. However, both…
handle
  • 201
  • 4
3
votes
2 answers

(2025) Japan eSIM or physical SIM 2-3 weeks

Is it cheaper to get an eSIM for 2-3 weeks in Japan or buy a physical SIM upon arrival at the airport? Looking for the 5-10 GB range. My general impression is that eSIM is more expensive than physical SIMs (at least that was the case in more…
Anonymous
  • 344
  • 1
  • 11