Updated September 29, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Digitel vs Singtel
Singtel
Digitel
Higher score in this comparison
Digitel vs Singtel: the differences
| Compare | DigitelReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | SingtelReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price per GB from | $0Lower | $3 |
| Countries covered | from 60 | 259 |
| Unlimited data | No | YesHas it |
| Reference plan prices | One rate for all destinations: USD 0.00948 per MB (PMVP 0.00817 + IVA 16% 0.00131), 10 GB roaming credit per billing cycle; no per-destination plans; Thailand not in the destination list | US: UnlimitedRoam 15GB S$45/14 days, ReadyRoam Worldwide 6GB S$40; Europe (France): UnlimitedRoam S$45/14 days, ReadyRoam Worldwide 6GB S$40; UK: UnlimitedRoam S$45/14 days; Japan: UnlimitedRoam Asia S$35/14 days, ReadyRoam Asia 6GB S$18; Thailand: ReadyRoam Neighbours 1GB S$5; Turkey: ReadyRoam Others 1GB S$60; Mexico: ReadyRoam Others 1GB S$60; global: UnlimitedRoam 15GB S$45/14 days |
| 5G | No | YesHas it |
| Fair use policy | 10 GB roaming credit per billing cycle, renewed each cycle; when the 10 GB is used up, data roaming and LDI are suspended until the next cycle; incoming texts are not charged; each roaming top-up is valid 30 days; price USD 0.00948 per MB | UnlimitedRoam 14 Days: 15GB high speed data, then reduced speeds under the Fair Usage Policy; DataRoam Unlimited Daily: daily fair usage policy, speed limit imposed and reset at 00:00h destination time |
| Networks | Orange, T Mobile, AT&T, Rogers Communications, Claro, Digicel, Telia, Telenor, TIM, DoCoMo, Softbank, Telcel, Swisscom, SmarTone, Everything Everywhere Limited (EE), Telekom.de, Vodafone free partner list entries: Magenta Telekom, NOS, Polkomtel, Croatian Telecom, Viettel | AT&T, Verizon, T Mobile, NTT DoCoMo, KDDI, SoftBank, Aeromobile |
| Price from | Not confirmed | SGD 5 |
Same on both: Top-ups (Yes), Seller type (Carrier).
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Key differences
- Digitel scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.3.
- Price per GB from is lower at Digitel: $0 vs $3.
- Unlimited data: only Singtel.
- 5G: only Singtel.
- Networks: only Digitel offers Orange, Rogers Communications, Claro.
- Networks: only Singtel offers Verizon, NTT DoCoMo, KDDI.
- Support channels: only Digitel offers Email.
- Founded is lower at Singtel: 1992 vs 1995.
- Region: only Singtel offers Regional.
- Features: only Singtel offers Unlimited data, 5G.
Our verdict on each
Digitel
Digitel is a Venezuelan carrier that sells roaming data on its own network rather than a travel eSIM, and it suits travelers already in the country who want one rate everywhere. Price per GB from reads $0, and each billing cycle brings fresh roaming credit.
Singtel
Singtel suits travelers leaving Singapore who want carrier roaming on their home plan rather than a travel eSIM. Its edge is reach: 259 countries and partner networks AT&T, Verizon and T Mobile, with unlimited data options and plans from SGD 5.
Score breakdown
| Area | Digitel | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 10.0HigherPrice per GB from reads $0, with one rate across all destinations and no per-destination packs. | 9.0 |
| Offer | 9.0 | 9.3HigherPlans start at SGD 5, data from $3 per GB, 259 countries, unlimited data and 5G on a carrier plan. |
| Trust | 9.5 | 9.7Higher |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Digitel | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 104 of 926 | 50 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 113 of 918 | 51 of 918 |
What it costs in practice
10 GB for a two-week trip
Digitel
$0
10 × $0
Singtel
$30
10 × $3
Digitel costs $30 less.
Worked out from the stated prices and rates; your own total depends on how you use it. Facts checked September 26, 2026.
Where these facts come from
Digitel
- digitel.com.ve: 13 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Singtel
- singtel.com: 15 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Digitel | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Global | Regional, GlobalCovers more |
| Features | Carrier plan | Unlimited data, 5G, Carrier planCovers more |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | Corporacion Digitel, C.A. (RIF J304689713) | Singapore Telecommunications Ltd |
| Headquarters | Venezuela | Singapore |
| Founded | 1995 | 1992Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Chat, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Digitel | Singtel | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | SGD 5at the median | SGD 5 |
| Price per GB from | $0lowest quarter | $3above the median | $2 |
| Countries covered | from 60below the median | 259highest quarter | 120 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Digitel
Pros
- One rate for every destination, with no per-destination plans, and roaming credit granted per billing cycle.
- Top-ups are available, so credit can be added between billing dates rather than waiting for a reset.
- Coverage reaches from 60 destinations, well above the site median of 74.
Cons
- Unlimited data is no, and once the cycle credit is spent, data roaming and LDI are suspended until the next billing cycle.
- 5G is no, so speed abroad depends on the older network generations carried by the Orange, T Mobile and AT&T partner list.
- Digitel is a carrier running a carrier plan, so a travel eSIM bought before departure is not an option here.
Singtel
Pros
- Covers 259 countries, far above the site average of 74
- Unlimited data is available, with fair use limits that keep speeds usable
- Roams on AT&T, Verizon and T Mobile, so a major home network is rarely missing
Cons
- Entry price of SGD 5 ranks low against cheaper options
- The unlimited daily plan applies a fair usage policy with a speed limit that resets at midnight destination time
- Regional add-ons can cost more, with some neighbour and other-destination packages priced far above the entry rate
Who each suits
Digitel
Who it suits
- Travelers in Venezuela who keep a Digitel line and want one roaming rate across many countries.
- People who prefer a single rate over picking country packs before each trip.
- Long trips where cycle credit renews rather than expiring in one top-up window.
Who should look elsewhere
- Travelers after a buy-before-you-fly eSIM: Zwitchy covers 200 destinations as one product.
- Trip planners who would rather pick data in advance: eSIMGo.is spans 190 destinations.
- A trip that sits in a single country: SimToIsrael covers 1 country, so roaming breadth adds nothing.
Singtel
Who it suits
- Singapore residents travelling short trips on a home carrier plan
- Longer trips where the unlimited options and top-ups spread the cost
- Travellers who already hold a Singtel line and want home and roaming on one account
Who should look elsewhere
- Travellers wanting the cheapest possible entry price, where eSIMGo.is starts at $0.99
- Those shopping for a single-destination plan, where SimToIsrael starts at $25
- People who need a marketplace-style eSIM picked per country, which Zwitchy covers with 200 countries
Current offers
Singtel
Current offer
First period offer
60 days of Mobile Protect free with UnlimitedRoam or ReadyRoam Monthly: 60 days free
No sign-up required; needs an eligible 5G plan, 5G SIM and 5G-compatible device; trial ends automatically after 60 days unless you subscribe.
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Digitel | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Venezuela | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Digitel
What does roaming data cost with Digitel?+
One rate covers every destination, with price per GB from at $0. There are no per-destination plans, and usage is metered per megabyte. Roaming credit is granted per billing cycle, and incoming texts are not charged.
Is Digitel roaming data unlimited?+
Unlimited data is no, and the metered rate behind $0 applies to every megabyte. Each billing cycle brings a set amount of roaming credit; once that credit is used, data roaming and LDI are suspended until the next cycle, and the credit does not carry over.
Singtel
How much does a Singtel roaming plan cost?+
Plans start at SGD 5, with data priced from $3 per GB. A set data allowance is the cheaper route for lighter use, while unlimited options cost more and carry fair use limits. Regional packages can sit well above the entry price depending on the destination.
Which countries does Singtel roaming cover?+
Coverage spans 259 countries, which puts Singtel near the top of the ranking on that measure. The network is described as both regional and global, so a plan can cover neighbouring markets as well as long-haul trips. Named partner networks include AT&T, Verizon and T Mobile.
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