Updated October 14, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Free Mobile vs GO Malta
Free Mobile
GO Malta
Higher score in this comparison
Where Free Mobile and GO Malta differ
| Compare | Free MobileReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | GO MaltaReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | €5 |
| Price per GB from | Not confirmed | €2.50 |
| Unlimited data | Not confirmed | No |
| Reference plan prices | Not confirmed | EU roam like at home included; non-EU GO Travel bundle EUR 5 / 30 days / 2GB; GO Travel Lite EUR 7 / 7 days / 1GB; GO Travel More EUR 15 / 7 days / 5GB |
| 5G | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Top-ups | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Seller type (Carrier).
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Key differences
- Support channels: only Free Mobile offers Phone.
- Support channels: only GO Malta offers Chat.
Our verdict on each
Free Mobile
Free Mobile is a French mobile operator whose site lists an eSIM Watch option for Pixel Watch, Galaxy Watch and Apple Watch. International-use conditions vary by geographical zone and subscribed plan; the watch option does not establish phone eSIM support or coverage for every plan.
GO Malta
GO Malta is a carrier rather than a travel eSIM shop, and it suits travellers heading outside the EU who want roaming kept simple. Travel plans start at €5 with a price per GB of €2.50, and the bundles sit alongside the home network.
Score breakdown
| Area | Free Mobile | GO Malta |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 8.8Plans start at €5 with a price per GB of €2.50, placing it at 78 of 115 on price per GB. |
| Offer | Not confirmed | 8.7 |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.9 |
How they place
| Ranking | Free Mobile | GO Malta |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 609 of 926 | 252 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 612 of 918 | 259 of 918 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Free Mobile | GO Malta |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Not confirmed | Regional, Global |
| Features | Not confirmed | 5G, Carrier plan |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | Free Mobile, SAS, RCS Paris B 499 247 138 | GO p.l.c. |
| Headquarters | France | Malta |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1975 |
| Support channels | Phone, Help centre | Chat, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Free Mobile | GO Malta | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | €5above the median | €4.99 |
| Price per GB from | Not confirmed | €2.50highest quarter | €1.44 |
Median across 129 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Free Mobile
Pros
- The site lists an eSIM Watch option and names Pixel Watch, Galaxy Watch and Apple Watch.
- International-use terms are described as varying by zone and subscribed plan.
Cons
- The listed watch option is model-specific, while international conditions vary by zone and plan.
GO Malta
Pros
- Travel plans start at €5 with a price per GB of €2.50, and that per GB rate ranks 78 of 115.
- EU roaming is included at home rates and top-ups are available, so a bundle can stretch across a longer trip.
- 5G is available on a carrier plan, and support runs through chat and help centre for home plans and travel bundles alike.
Cons
- Unlimited data is not offered, where Zwitchy does offer it.
- Support runs on chat and help centre only.
- The price per GB sits above the cheapest listings, whose rate starts at €0.
Who each suits
Free Mobile
Who it suits
- French Free Mobile customers checking watch connectivity and plan-specific international conditions.
GO Malta
Who it suits
- Travellers on short trips and long trips (short trip and long trip) who cross the EU border.
- Existing GO customers who want EU roaming folded into a single home bill.
- People who would rather top up a fixed allowance than buy unlimited data.
Who should look elsewhere
- Zwitchy, if unlimited data matters more to you than a set allowance.
- eSIMGo.is, if a travel eSIM starting at $0.99 suits you better than a home carrier bundle.
- SimToIsrael, at $25, if you want a different price point to weigh against.
Current offers
GO Malta
Current offer
Country by country
| Country | Free Mobile | GO Malta |
|---|---|---|
| France | Yes | No |
| Malta | No | Yes |
Questions about each
GO Malta
How much do GO Malta travel plans cost?+
Travel plans start at €5, with a price per GB of €2.50. EU roaming is included at home rates, and the travel bundles for trips outside the EU pair a set number of days with a fixed data allowance, from a small short trip pack to a larger weekly one. Top-ups are available when a bundle runs out.
Does GO Malta sell unlimited data?+
Unlimited data is not one of the options, so every bundle comes with a fixed allowance to watch. Only 57.2% of the brands compared sell unlimited data, and Zwitchy is one of them. GO Malta makes more sense for trips where a set amount of data is enough.
Where does a GO Malta travel plan work?+
Coverage is sold as regional and global rather than a single market, and EU roaming is included at home rates for trips inside the EU. Outside the EU, the travel bundles are the part to weigh, with regional reach that suits a multi country trip. Check the covered countries for a bundle before you buy.
Who is a GO Malta travel plan for?+
It is aimed at both short trips and long trips (short trip and long trip), particularly people who already have GO at home and want a single bill for EU roaming plus a bundle outside it. It suits light users who can live with a set allowance and top up, rather than heavy users who want unlimited data throughout.
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