Updated September 29, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
BambooSIM vs eSIMFOX DE
BambooSIM
Higher score in this comparison
eSIMFOX DE
Where BambooSIM and eSIMFOX DE differ
| Compare | BambooSIMReviewVisitVisit | eSIMFOX DEReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $4.95 | €1.99 |
| Countries covered | from 200 | 200 |
| Reference plan prices | Indonesia from $4.95, Thailand from $5.99, South Korea from $5.99, France from $5.95, Europe from $5.95, US from $7.99, Japan from $8.95, UK from $17.99 (all USD, starting prices) | US 1GB 7d EUR2.99; Europe 1GB 7d EUR2.99; UK 1GB 7d EUR2.99; Japan 1GB 7d EUR4.99; Thailand 1GB 7d EUR2.99; Turkey 1GB 7d EUR2.99; Mexico from EUR6.99; Global from EUR4.99 |
| Networks | KDDI (au), SoftBank, AT&T, Verizon, A1 Telekom, Drei, T Mobile, Orange, Vodafone, EE, Telenor | AT&T, T Mobile, Verizon, Vodafone, Orange, Telefonica, Movistar, O2, T Mobile (Europe), NTT Docomo, SoftBank, KDDI, SK Telecom, Optus, Telstra, Telus, Claro, Truphone, Telkomsel, Celcom |
| Top-ups | No | YesHas it |
| Seller type | Mvno | Marketplace |
| 10 GB in Europe | $11.95 | €15.99 |
| 10 GB in the US | $15.99 | €15.99 |
| Price per GB from | Not confirmed | €2.99 |
| Fair use policy | No P2P/BitTorrent, no continuous streaming or oversized file transfers, no routers or proxies for multiple devices (typical Wi-Fi hotspot allowed); all plans prepaid and unused data cannot be carried over or refunded | Not confirmed |
| 10 GB in Japan | Not confirmed | €34.99 |
Same on both: Unlimited data (Yes), Hotspot sharing (Yes), 5G (Yes).
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Key differences
- BambooSIM scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 8.9.
- Networks: only BambooSIM offers KDDI (au), A1 Telekom, Drei.
- Networks: only eSIMFOX DE offers Telefonica, Movistar, O2.
- Top-ups: only eSIMFOX DE.
- Support channels: only eSIMFOX DE offers Phone.
- Region: only BambooSIM offers Local.
- Pricing model: only eSIMFOX DE offers Marketplace.
Our verdict on each
BambooSIM
BambooSIM suits budget travellers who want broad country coverage on a prepaid plan, with prices starting at $4.95 and coverage of from 200 countries. It runs on major networks and offers unlimited data with hotspot sharing.
eSIMFOX DE
eSIMFOX DE is a German marketplace eSIM for travelers who want one shop for regional and global plans instead of a single carrier feed. The lowest plan price is €1.99, and 200 countries covered makes it a practical pick for trips that cross several borders, with top-ups and instant activation available.
Score breakdown
| Area | BambooSIM | eSIMFOX DE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.2HigherPlans start at $4.95, Europe at $11.95 and the US at $15.99. | 8.8Price from €1.99 sits below the site median of €5, while €2.99 per GB runs above the €1.50 median. |
| Offer | 9.2 | 9.4HigherHotspot sharing, 5G and unlimited data are listed under unlimited data, 5g and hotspot, and the plans target short trip and long trip travel. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 8.0 |
Which one suits you
Pick BambooSIM if cost matter most.
Pick eSIMFOX DE if top-ups matter most.
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | BambooSIM | eSIMFOX DE |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 6 of 926 | 15 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 6 of 918 | 15 of 918 |
Where these facts come from
BambooSIM
- bamboosim.com: 13 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- commissionfactory.com: 6 facts, checked September 26, 2026
eSIMFOX DE
- esimfox.com: 21 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | BambooSIM | eSIMFOX DE |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Local, Regional, GlobalCovers more | Regional, Global |
| Features | Unlimited data, 5G, Hotspot, Instant activation | Unlimited data, 5G, Hotspot, Instant activation |
| Pricing model | Budget | Budget, MarketplaceCovers more |
| Audience | Short trip, Long trip | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | BambooSIM Pty. Ltd. | eSIM FOX GmbH |
| Headquarters | Australia | Germany |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2023 |
| Support channels | Help centre, Email, Chat | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centreCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | BambooSIM | eSIMFOX DE | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per GB from | Not confirmed | €2.99highest quarter | €1.44 |
| Countries covered | from 200highest quarter | 200highest quarter | 120 |
| 10 GB in Japan | Not confirmed | €34.99highest quarter | €15.99 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
BambooSIM
Pros
- Prices start at $4.95, with Europe at $11.95 and the US at $15.99
- Coverage spans from 200 countries, above the site median of 74
- Unlimited data is available, and a typical Wi-Fi hotspot is allowed under the fair use policy
Cons
- Unused data cannot be carried over or refunded, since all plans are prepaid
- Phone is not among help centre, email and chat
eSIMFOX DE
Pros
- Coverage of 200 countries, with regional and global plans for regional and global trips.
- Instant activation is listed, which suits short trips and last-minute purchases.
- Top-ups are available, so a plan can be topped up without buying a new one.
Cons
- The cheapest data rate is €2.99 per GB, so heavy data use costs more than the low entry price suggests.
- Selling as a marketplace, the host network on a plan can differ from the plan next to it, so the network has to be checked per plan.
Who each suits
BambooSIM
Who it suits
- Travellers on short trips and longer stays who want one prepaid plan
- People wanting a single plan across from 200 countries rather than regional eSIMs
- Travellers who need 5G and hotspot sharing for maps and laptops
Who should look elsewhere
- Travellers who need a top-up mid-trip, since top-ups are no
- People who want unused data refunded or carried over
- Anyone who needs phone support, since phone is not among help centre, email and chat
eSIMFOX DE
Who it suits
- Travelers on short trips who want activation straight after purchase, since instant activation is listed.
- Anyone crossing several borders, since 200 countries covered with regional and global plans sit in one catalogue.
- Readers who want unlimited data, hotspot sharing and 5G on the same plan, since all three are listed.
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers chasing the lowest entry price, since eSIMGo.is starts at $0.99.
- Travelers who want a carrier's own travel pass rather than a marketplace catalogue, for example MTN at NGN 5,000.
- Anyone focused on a single destination, since SimToIsrael starts at $25.
Current offers
eSIMFOX DE
Current offer
Discount code
20% off all fixed-data plans: 20% off
Shown as reduced price on USA, Europe and Japan pages, e.g. USA 10GB 30 days was €19.99 now €15.99; applies to fixed data packages
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
100MB of Data on us to try eSIMFOX: 100MB free
Free trial data for new customers, no code stated
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
Starter / Pro / Elite commission tiers for partners: 10% / 15% / 20% commission per sale
0-10 sales/month 10%, 11-50 sales/month 15%, 50+ sales/month 20%; monthly payouts, 30-day cookie
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
BambooSIM
What does a BambooSIM plan cost?+
Plans start at $4.95. A Europe plan is $11.95 and a United States plan is $15.99. Prices vary by country, and all plans are prepaid, so the amount is set before you travel.
How many countries does BambooSIM cover?+
BambooSIM covers from 200 countries, which is well above the site median of 74. Plans come as local, regional and global options, so a single trip across several countries can sit under one plan.
eSIMFOX DE
What do eSIMFOX DE plans cost?+
Plans start at €1.99, which sits below the site median of €5. The cheapest data rate is €2.99 per GB, above the site median of €1.50. Bigger bundles sit higher, so the size you pick drives the per-GB figure more than the entry price does.
How many countries does eSIMFOX DE cover?+
Coverage runs to 200 countries, well above the site median of 74. Plans come as regional or global options under regional and global, and the host network list under AT&T, T Mobile and Verizon shows who serves your route.