Updated October 17, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Firsty vs Truely
Firsty
Truely
Higher score in this comparison
What sets them apart
| Compare | FirstyReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | TruelyReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | $2.09 |
| Countries covered | Not confirmed | from 190 |
| Unlimited data | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Hotspot sharing | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reference plan prices | Not confirmed | US from $2.62/day; UK from $2.62/day; Japan from $2.62/day; Thailand from $2.09/day; Turkey from $2.62/day; Mexico from $11.99/day; France (Europe) from $2.62/day; UAE from $4.18/day |
| 5G | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fair use policy | Not confirmed | Speeds reduced to 512 Kbps after 5 GB/day; data stays unlimited and resets daily |
| Networks | Not confirmed | T Mobile, US Cellular, Verizon Wireless |
| Top-ups | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seller type | Not confirmed | Marketplace |
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Our verdict on each
Firsty
Firsty serves 176 countries with one eSIM for international mobile data travel. It is a travel data app with ad supported entry and flexible data choices for travelers who prefer one installation across repeated global trips abroad.
Truely
Truely suits travelers who want a single unlimited plan across a wide list of countries instead of a fixed data cap. Plans start at $2.09, activation is instant, and from 190 countries puts coverage well past the site median of 74 for esims.
Score breakdown
| Area | Firsty | Truely |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.7Entry price of $2.09 sits under the €5 site median, while daily reference rates run higher in some destinations such as Mexico. |
| Offer | Not confirmed | 9.2 |
How they place
| Ranking | Firsty | Truely |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 461 of 926 | 109 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 466 of 918 | 118 of 918 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Firsty | Truely |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Not confirmed | Global |
| Features | Not confirmed | Unlimited data, 5G, Hotspot, Instant activation |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Marketplace |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Truely Pte. Ltd. |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Singapore |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Email, Chat, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Firsty | Truely | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | $2.09below the median | $3.97 |
| Countries covered | Not confirmed | from 190above the median | 120 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Firsty
Pros
- One eSIM installation covers home use and every trip abroad
- Ad supported access in 171 countries without card or subscription
- Per GB and unlimited day or month choices under one account
Cons
- Entry access requires watching an ad to connect
- Use requires app download plus eSIM activation and roaming setup
Truely
Pros
- Coverage of from 190 countries, well past the 74 median for esims
- Unlimited data on the plan, with the fair use policy slowing speeds after a daily allowance that resets each day
- Prices start at $2.09, below the €5 site median
Cons
- The fair use policy slows speeds after a daily allowance, so unlimited data does not mean full speed all day
- Truely sells as a marketplace, so the host network can differ between destinations
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, with no phone line in that list
Who each suits
Firsty
Who it suits
- Travelers visiting several countries on one itinerary
- People who prefer one installation for repeat trips
Who should look elsewhere
- Travelers who do not want to manage data through an app
Truely
Who it suits
- Travelers whose trips are short trip and long trip and who would rather not count gigabytes
- People visiting the US, UK, Japan, Thailand, Turkey, France or the UAE, where reference day rates differ widely
- Anyone setting up one eSIM before departure and wanting live chat, email and a help centre behind it
Who should look elsewhere
- Price first buyers, since eSIMGo.is starts at $0.99
- Travelers who want the widest country list, since Zwitchy covers 200 countries
- Anyone shopping a single destination plan, since SimToIsrael starts at $25
Current offers
Truely
Current offer
First period offer
First day free: First day free
Offer shown on the United States destination page for unlimited plans; plan can be paused or started anytime
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Buy Data, Get the eSIM Free: Free Switchless eSIM with data purchase
eSIM included with a data purchase; applies across destinations
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
Firsty
Where does Firsty work?+
Firsty connects in 176 countries with the same eSIM for home and travel. You keep one installation across trips. Nothing needs to be swapped when you land in a new place.
How does activation work?+
Download the Firsty app from a major app store and activate the eSIM. Enable roaming and select Firsty as the mobile data provider. Then watch a short ad or select a data choice to get connected.
Truely
How much does a Truely eSIM cost?+
Plans start at $2.09. The reference day rates vary a lot by destination, with Mexico the priciest of the listed countries and Thailand the cheapest, and Europe and the UK sitting near the low end. That start price is below the €5 median across the site.
Is the data really unlimited?+
Unlimited data is included, and the fair use policy is what shapes it day to day. Speeds drop to a slow tier once a daily allowance is used, then reset the next day, so the limit sits on speed rather than on total data. Long streaming or tethering sessions are where that shows.
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