Updated September 28, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Global WiFi vs WiFi4Asia
Global WiFi
WiFi4Asia
Higher score in this comparison
What sets them apart
| Compare | Global WiFiReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | WiFi4AsiaReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Daily price | ¥970 | $4 |
| Data allowance | 300MB, 600MB or 1.1GB per day, or unlimited plans | 2GB/day |
| Devices connected | 5 | 8Higher |
| Pickup and delivery | Airport counters and lockers at 20 airports, 39 domestic locations, domestic courier delivery, 7-Eleven convenience store pickup, and local pickup in Korea | Free delivery and return to hotel, Airbnb or given address; airport pickup; free pick-up in one city and return in another |
| Deposit | Not confirmed | $30 |
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Key differences
- WiFi4Asia scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.3.
- Devices connected is higher at WiFi4Asia: 8 vs 5.
- Support channels: only Global WiFi offers Help centre.
Our verdict on each
Global WiFi
Global WiFi is a pocket WiFi pick for trips around Japan, Vietnam and Korea, and suits you if you would rather collect a device in person than activate an eSIM. It rates 4.6 overall, shares a connection across 5 devices, and lists ¥970 a day.
WiFi4Asia
WiFi4Asia is a local pocket WiFi service in Vietnam for short trips, and cost is its strong side: a daily price of $4 against a site median of €5.99, plus a deposit of $30 and hotel delivery at no extra charge. Coverage is 1 country.
Score breakdown
| Area | Global WiFi | WiFi4Asia |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.2¥970 a day sits mid-table, and the cost side of the rating is stronger than the offer side. | 9.6HigherPrice per GB from $2 and a deposit rank of 4 of 18 in the pocket WiFi comparison. |
| Offer | 9.2Daily caps of 300MB, 600MB or 1.1GB per day, or unlimited plans and a connection shared by 5 devices keep the scope modest. | 9.2Unlimited data on the premium tier, 2GB/day on the standard one, 8 devices on hotspot sharing and a local region. |
| Trust | 9.8 | Not confirmed |
Licences and countries
Additional countries for Global WiFi: 1. Additional countries for WiFi4Asia: 1.
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Global WiFi | WiFi4Asia |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 130 of 926 | 124 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 139 of 918 | 133 of 918 |
| Pocket WiFi rental | 23 of 193 | 21 of 193 |
Also worth a look
GlocalMe has devices connected at 10, against 5 for Global WiFi and 8 for WiFi4Asia.
GlocalMe reviewWhere these facts come from
Global WiFi
- townwifi.com: 6 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- vision-net.co.jp: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
WiFi4Asia
- wifi4asia.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Global WiFi | WiFi4Asia |
|---|---|---|
| Legal entity | Vision Inc. (株式会社ビジョン) | WIFI4ASIA SERVICE CO., LTD |
| Headquarters | Japan | Vietnam |
| Founded | 1995 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Email, Phone, Chat |
eSIMs
| Fact | Global WiFi | WiFi4Asia |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | $4 |
| Price per GB from | Not confirmed | $2 |
| Countries covered | Not confirmed | 1 |
| Unlimited data | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Hotspot sharing | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Region | Not confirmed | Local |
| Features | Not confirmed | Unlimited data, Hotspot |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Short trip |
| Reference plan prices | Not confirmed | Vietnam rental: Standard $4/day 2GB/day, Premium $6/day unlimited; deposit $30 |
| 5G | Not confirmed | No |
| Fair use policy | Not confirmed | 2GB per day at high speed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Global WiFi | WiFi4Asia | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deposit | Not confirmed | $30lowest quarter | $125 |
| Devices connected | 5lowest quarter | 8below the median | 10 |
Median across 62 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Global WiFi
Pros
- The daily rate is ¥970, which sits in the middle of the field rather than at the premium end.
- 5 devices can share a connection, so a phone, a laptop and a tablet all get online from the same unit.
- Collection is broad: airport counters and lockers, city locations, domestic courier delivery, convenience store pickup and local pickup in Korea.
Cons
- Daily allowances are modest at 300MB, 600MB or 1.1GB per day, or unlimited plans, so streaming and long navigation sessions push you toward the unlimited plan.
- Price is mid-table rather than cheap: ¥970 places it at position 23 of 59 brands on daily price.
- The offer part of the rating is 3.2 while cost is 6, so the plan you pick matters more than the brand.
WiFi4Asia
Pros
- Unlimited data with a fair use limit of 2GB per day at high speed kept next to it.
- Hotspot sharing is supported, so a phone and a laptop can share the connection.
- Delivery and return to your hotel, Airbnb or a given address at no extra charge, plus airport pickup.
Cons
- Coverage is local only, with 1 country served against a site median of 74 countries.
- The newest network generation is not among its features (unlimited data and hotspot).
Who each suits
Global WiFi
Who it suits
- Travellers heading to Japan, Vietnam or Korea who want hardware they collect in person rather than an eSIM profile.
- Small groups and families, since 5 devices can run off the same connection.
- People who prefer sorting a problem with a person, with support on email, chat and phone.
Who should look elsewhere
- QCell, if you only want roaming data in modest packages: 50MB to 2GB per roaming data package covers light browsing without collecting a device.
- WOM Chile, if a flat local daily rate for a single market decides it: CLP 3,990 is the comparison.
- MobileWiFi, if a lower daily entry point matters most: ZAR 29 suits a shorter booking.
WiFi4Asia
Who it suits
- Travellers on a short trip in Vietnam who want the device waiting at their hotel.
- Groups sharing a connection across several phones and laptops, since hotspot sharing is supported.
- Readers who want help by email, phone and chat while the device is out.
Who should look elsewhere
- Travellers put off by an upfront hold, with QCell at a deposit of GMD 5,000 to set beside the $30 here.
- Shoppers filtering on day rate alone, since MobileWiFi comes in at ZAR 29 per day against the $4 here.
Current offers
Global WiFi
Current offer
Discount code
Official app booking discount: 20% off the total rental price plus the JPY 550 handover fee waived when booking in the app
Bookings made through the Global WiFi app (iOS/Android)
Source, checked September 26, 2026
WiFi4Asia
Current offer
Discount code
50% OFF Flash Sales on 4G Pocket WiFi: Standard 4 USD/Day instead of 8 USD/Day; Premium unlimited 6 USD/Day instead of 12 USD/Day
Reservation must be made within 23-30 Sep/2026; minimum 4 days rental period; flash sale price applies to Standard and Unlimited Premium plans
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Free shipping to accommodation: Free delivery and return of the router to hotel, Airbnb or given address
delivery applies to accommodation addresses in Vietnam
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Global WiFi | WiFi4Asia |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | Yes | No |
| Vietnam | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Global WiFi
How much does Global WiFi cost per day?+
Global WiFi charges ¥970 a day for the pocket WiFi, so the total scales with how long you keep the device. Data limits differ by plan, and 300MB, 600MB or 1.1GB per day, or unlimited plans sets out the tiers you can choose from. A longer booking simply multiplies the daily rate.
How much data do I get, and is there an unlimited option?+
Plans come in daily allowances of 300MB, 600MB or 1.1GB per day, or unlimited plans, so you pick the tier that matches your usage. Streaming and long navigation sessions point you toward the unlimited plan, while everyday messaging and browsing sit comfortably inside the smaller caps. The daily rate stays ¥970 either way.
WiFi4Asia
What does a day of the pocket WiFi cost?+
A day starts at $4 on the standard rental, which is below the site median of €5.99 for a daily rate. A premium tier costs more and swaps the capped allowance for unlimited data. Budget the rate per day first, then the deposit, since the two are separate lines.
Is the data allowance capped or unlimited?+
Both. The standard rental carries 2GB/day, while the premium tier is sold as unlimited data. The unlimited claim still sits next to a fair use limit of 2GB per day at high speed, so heavy use can shape the speed. Pick the tier by how much you stream and navigate rather than by the word unlimited.
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