Updated September 29, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Chunghwa Telecom vs Emtel
Chunghwa Telecom
Higher score in this comparison
Emtel
Chunghwa Telecom vs Emtel: the differences
| Compare | Chunghwa TelecomReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | EmtelReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | NT$388 | €30 |
| Countries covered | 134 | from 190 |
| Unlimited data | No | YesHas it |
| Reference plan prices | Japan 5GB TWD 488; Japan and Korea 10GB from TWD 588; Japan 12GB TWD 788/30 days; Korea 5GB TWD 388; Thailand TWD 99 per day maximum; USA 30GB TWD 928/30 days; Europe from TWD 23 per day; Australia and New Zealand 5GB TWD 688; Global 20GB TWD 1888/30 days | US 10 GB MUR 1,131.21; Europe (France) 10 GB MUR 601.00; Japan 10 GB MUR 603.85; Mauritius Tourist SIM EUR 30 for 30 days unlimited |
| 10 GB in Japan | NT$588 | MUR 603.85 |
| Hotspot sharing | No | Not confirmed |
| Fair use policy | FUP: once 2GB per day is used speed drops to 256kbps; customers are told to avoid long video streaming, hotspot sharing and software updates | Not confirmed |
| 10 GB in Europe | Not confirmed | MUR 601 |
| 10 GB in the US | Not confirmed | MUR 1,131.21 |
Same on both: 5G (Yes), Top-ups (Yes), Seller type (Carrier).
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Key differences
- Chunghwa Telecom scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 8.9.
- Unlimited data: only Emtel.
- Support channels: only Chunghwa Telecom offers Community.
- Support channels: only Emtel offers Help centre.
- Founded is lower at Emtel: 1989 vs 1996.
- Region: only Chunghwa Telecom offers Regional.
- Features: only Chunghwa Telecom offers Carrier plan.
- Features: only Emtel offers Unlimited data, Instant activation.
- Audience: only Chunghwa Telecom offers Long trip.
Our verdict on each
Chunghwa Telecom
Chunghwa Telecom is a carrier roaming plan rather than a marketplace eSIM, and it suits travellers on short or long trips who want a set daily allowance instead of streaming. Prices start at TWD 388, and support runs through phone, chat and email when a plan needs adjusting.
Emtel
Emtel suits short-trip travellers who want unlimited data and broad reach straight from a home carrier rather than a cheap aggregator. The operator, founded in 1989, sells as a carrier and its travel eSIM plans reach from 190 countries on a global basis.
Score breakdown
| Area | Chunghwa Telecom | Emtel |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 8.0Entry price of €30 puts Emtel at position 305 of 313 brands ranked on starting price. |
| Offer | 8.9Carrier plan from TWD 388 with a TWD 588 bundle, 134 countries and regional and global scope. | 9.3Higher |
| Trust | 9.4 | 9.8Higher |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Chunghwa Telecom | Emtel |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 213 of 926 | 303 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 220 of 918 | 310 of 918 |
Sources behind this comparison
Chunghwa Telecom
- cht.com.tw: 15 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Emtel
- emtel.com: 9 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- px-ep-emtel.px-prod.airalo.com: 6 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- esimvoyaz.emtel.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Chunghwa Telecom | Emtel |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Regional, GlobalCovers more | Global |
| Features | 5G, Carrier plan | Unlimited data, 5G, Instant activation |
| Audience | Short trip, Long tripCovers more | Short trip |
| Legal entity | Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. | Emtel Ltd |
| Headquarters | Taiwan | Mauritius |
| Founded | 1996 | 1989Lower |
| Support channels | Phone, Chat, Email, Community | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Chunghwa Telecom | Emtel | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countries covered | 134above the median | from 190above the median | 120 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Chunghwa Telecom
Pros
- Prices start at TWD 388, with the Japan and Korea bundle at TWD 588.
- Support covers phone, chat and email, so help reaches you outside a single channel.
- Top-ups are available, so a longer stay can be extended without starting over.
Cons
- Hotspot sharing is listed as no, so tethering a laptop is out on these plans.
- Unlimited data is listed as no, so heavy streaming needs a larger bundle.
- The fair use policy slows speeds once the daily allowance is used, and tells customers to avoid long video streaming, hotspot sharing and software updates.
Emtel
Pros
- Coverage reaches from 190 countries, well above the site median of 74.
- Unlimited data, 5G and instant activation are all listed features.
- Support covers email, chat and phone.
Cons
- Starting at €30, the entry price sits well above the site median of €5.
- The same allowance costs MUR 1,131.21 in the United States against MUR 601 in Europe, so the destination drives the bill.
- The plan mix is built for short trip, so a long stay leans on top-ups or another operator.
Who each suits
Chunghwa Telecom
Who it suits
- Travellers on short trip and long trip trips who would rather hold a carrier plan than a resale eSIM.
- Anyone who wants a spread of help channels, since support covers phone, chat and email.
- People crossing several borders, with 134 countries listed.
Who should look elsewhere
- Zwitchy, if reach is the priority: 200 countries against 134 here.
- eSIMGo.is, if the entry price matters most, with prices from $0.99.
- SimToIsrael, if you would rather start from $25.
Emtel
Who it suits
- Travellers on short breaks who want unlimited data without counting gigabytes.
- Anyone landing in Mauritius first, since Emtel is based there and sells a tourist SIM.
- People who want phone help, not only email, when a plan misbehaves abroad.
Who should look elsewhere
- Price-first shoppers should start with eSIMGo.is, priced from $0.99.
- Travellers needing more countries than from 190 can compare Zwitchy at 200.
- Anyone wanting a lighter starting point than €30 can weigh SimToIsrael at $25.
Current offers
Chunghwa Telecom
Current offer
First period offer
Sports event Japan 12GB plan: TWD 788 for 30 days (about TWD 27 per day)
Promotion period 2026/8/17 to 2026/10/8; online store or app only; CHT postpaid customers; top-up at 70% usage charged immediately
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
USA 30GB plan, promo extended: TWD 928 for 30 days
Promotion extended to 2026/9/30; covers USA, Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands (Hawaii included, Guam, Saipan and American Samoa excluded); CHT postpaid customers
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Chunghwa Telecom | Emtel |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Chunghwa Telecom
How much does a Chunghwa Telecom roaming plan cost?+
Prices start at TWD 388. The bundle covering Japan and Korea is TWD 588, and the range is sold for both short trip and long trip, so a longer stay can be planned with top-ups rather than a new provider.
How much data do I get on these plans?+
Data comes as bundles by the gigabyte, with the Japan and Korea option at TWD 588. A fair use policy also applies: once your daily allowance is used, speeds are slowed and you are told to avoid long video streaming, hotspot sharing and software updates.
Emtel
How much does an Emtel travel eSIM cost?+
Entry pricing starts at €30 for the tourist pack, and reference rates vary by destination: the same allowance is listed at MUR 601 in Europe, MUR 603.85 in Japan and MUR 1,131.21 in the United States.
Is the data on Emtel plans unlimited?+
Unlimited data appears in the unlimited data, 5g and instant activation list, and the Mauritius tourist SIM is sold with unlimited data over a set validity rather than a fixed allowance. The other reference rates are priced per allowance, so the plan you pick decides the shape of the deal.
Other options to compare
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