Updated October 13, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Claro Peru vs Telcel
Claro Peru
Higher score in this comparison
Telcel
Where Claro Peru and Telcel differ
| Compare | Claro PeruReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | TelcelReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Networks | Claro | Telcel |
| Price from | PEN 29.90 | Not confirmed |
| Countries covered | 17 to 35 | Not confirmed |
| Unlimited data | No | Not confirmed |
| Hotspot sharing | No | Not confirmed |
| Reference plan prices | US and Mexico: Max Ilimitado S/69.90/mo (Andean + Americas + US + Canada, 19 countries) or pay-as-you-go roaming S/5.00 per MB in Zona Claro. Europe and UK: only in Max Ilimitado S/289.90/mo (35 countries) or Zona Claro Extendida roaming S/5.00 per MB. Japan, Thailand, Turkey: Zona Claro Extendida roaming only, S/5.00 per MB (no data plan offered). Global: Zona Mundo roaming, S/10.00 per MB. Add-on Pasaporte Claro: 10 GB + 100 SMS + 30 min + unlimited WhatsApp, 15 days, S/50; or 30 GB + 250 SMS + 250 min + unlimited WhatsApp, 15 days, S/100. | Not confirmed |
| Fair use policy | Automatic MB cap on roaming: 75 MB in Zona Claro, 75 MB in Zona Claro Extendida and 20 MB in Zona Mundo (150/150/40 MB for corporate lines). In plan international coverage, WhatsApp unlimited is limited to text, images and voice notes; unused Pasaporte Claro GB, minutes and SMS are not recoverable; peer-to-peer and illegal downloads are excluded. | Not confirmed |
| Top-ups | Yes | Not confirmed |
| 10 GB in Europe | PEN 50 | Not confirmed |
| 10 GB in the US | PEN 109.90 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: 5G (Yes), Seller type (Carrier).
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Key differences
- Networks: only Claro Peru offers Claro.
- Networks: only Telcel offers Telcel.
- Features: only Claro Peru offers Instant activation, Carrier plan.
Our verdict on each
Claro Peru
Claro Peru suits people who already hold a Claro line and want international data added to an existing bill rather than a separate eSIM. Plans start at PEN 29.90, the practical choice is the Pasaporte Claro add-on, and coverage runs 17 to 35 countries.
Telcel
Telcel centers on the Telcel network with 5G among its features for everyday mobile use. It works as a carrier choice for buyers who prefer a clearly named network and who will confirm phone support plus coverage around home, work and frequent routes before choosing.
Score breakdown
| Area | Claro Peru | Telcel |
|---|---|---|
| Offer | Not confirmed | 8.8 |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.8 |
How they place
| Ranking | Claro Peru | Telcel |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 545 of 926 | 789 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 549 of 918 | 789 of 918 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Claro Peru | Telcel |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Regional, Global | Not confirmed |
| Features | 5G, Instant activation, Carrier planCovers more | 5G |
| Audience | Short trip, Long trip | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | America Movil Peru S.A.C. (RUC 20467534026) | Radiomovil Dipsa, S.A. de C.V. |
| Headquarters | Peru | Mexico |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1984 |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Claro Peru | Telcel | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countries covered | 17 to 35lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 120 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Claro Peru
Pros
- Pasaporte Claro bundles data with minutes, SMS and messaging, and top-ups are available
- Plans sit on the regular Claro bill with instant activation
- Support runs on email, chat and phone
Cons
- Hotspot sharing is listed as no, so the line cannot share data with a laptop or tablet
- Unlimited data is listed as no, and a fair use policy applies an automatic MB cap on roaming by zone
- Europe and UK coverage needs the costliest plan listed, and Japan, Thailand and Turkey are pay as you go only
Telcel
Pros
- Operates as a carrier connected through the Telcel network
- Includes 5G as part of its feature set
Who each suits
Claro Peru
Who it suits
- Claro Peru subscribers who want international data on the bill they already have
- Travellers crossing the Andean and Americas zones inside a regular Claro plan
- Short breaks where a bundled data, minutes and messaging add-on is easier than setting up a new eSIM
Who should look elsewhere
- Travellers who need hotspot sharing or unlimited data, as neither is among its plan features (5g, instant activation and carrier plan), and should look at eSIMGo.is or Zwitchy
- Anyone planning a Europe or UK trip on a budget, since that coverage sits in the costliest plan listed and eSIMGo.is is the cheaper comparison
- International visitors without a Claro line, who should consider SimToIsrael or Zwitchy instead
Telcel
Who it suits
- People who prefer carrier supplied service
- People who want 5G capability included
Current offers
Claro Peru
Current offer
Discount code
Paga la mitad de tu plan! Cambiate al Plan Max Ilimitado y paga la mitad por 6 meses: 50% off for 6 months
New line or switch to Claro; promotional rate applies for 6 months; plan is Max Ilimitado (international coverage from S/69.90).
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
Crece tu recarga desde s/ 7: Top-ups from S/7
Prepaid top-ups starting at S/7, purchased via tienda.claro.com.pe or Mi Claro.
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Claro Peru | Telcel |
|---|---|---|
| Peru | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Claro Peru
What does international data cost?+
Travel coverage starts at PEN 29.90, and the Pasaporte Claro add-on bundles data, minutes, SMS and messaging for a fixed window. Outside those plans, roaming is charged per MB by zone, with the lowest rate in the Claro zone. Europe and UK travel sits in the most expensive plan listed.
Which countries does Claro Peru cover?+
Coverage runs 17 to 35 countries, split across regional and global roaming zones. The Americas plans reach the Andean region, the US, Mexico and Canada, while a separate plan covers Europe and the UK. Japan, Thailand and Turkey are reached on the pay as you go rate only.
Telcel
What does Telcel offer?+
Telcel functions as a carrier linked with the Telcel network for everyday mobile use. 5G forms part of its feature set. That combination shapes this option for buyers reviewing network sourced choices.
Who is this carrier option for?+
This option fits buyers who prefer carrier supplied service with a clearly named network. It also fits buyers who value 5G capability as part of daily use. Checking phone compatibility and expected coverage helps align the choice with habits.
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