Updated October 14, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Grameenphone vs LMT
Grameenphone
Higher score in this comparison
LMT
What sets them apart
| Compare | GrameenphoneReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | LMTReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | BDT 194 | €5.99 |
| Countries covered | 68 | 193Higher |
| Hotspot sharing | YesHas it | No |
| Reference plan prices | US, Europe, UK, Japan, Turkey, Mexico: 30 Days Internet Pack BDT 4,167 for 11.25 GB; Thailand: 10 Days Travel Roaming Pack BDT 1,599 for 10 GB; global (68 destinations): Daily Internet Pack BDT 194 for 300 MB/1 day, 30 Days Internet Pack BDT 4,167 for 11.25 GB | Europe (EEA+): 4.5 GB/month 5.99 EUR; Global 1: 1.5 GB/30 days 15.99 EUR; Global 2: 500 MB/30 days 15.99 EUR; Global 3: 100 MB/30 days 15.99 EUR |
| Fair use policy | Unlimited internet throttled to 1 Mbps after 10 GB; roaming spend capped at BDT 6,000 per trip and BDT 30,000 per calendar year per Bangladesh Bank regulations | In EEA+ countries outside Latvia the fair usage allowance is set by the EU Fair Usage Policy and the EU Roaming Regulation and changes from time to time |
| Networks | Grameenphone | 383 partner operators for internet, 451 partner operators for calls and SMS |
| 10 GB in Europe | BDT 4,167 | €9.89 |
| Top-ups | Not confirmed | Yes |
| 10 GB in the US | BDT 4,167 | Not confirmed |
| 10 GB in Japan | BDT 4,167 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Unlimited data (Yes), 5G (Yes), Seller type (Carrier).
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Key differences
- Countries covered is higher at LMT: 193 vs 68.
- Hotspot sharing: only Grameenphone.
- Networks: only Grameenphone offers Grameenphone.
- Networks: only LMT offers 383 partner operators for internet, 451 partner operators for calls and SMS.
- Support channels: only Grameenphone offers Community.
- Founded is lower at LMT: 1992 vs 1997.
- Features: only Grameenphone offers Hotspot.
- Audience: only Grameenphone offers Long trip.
Our verdict on each
Grameenphone
Grameenphone is the Bangladeshi carrier here, and its roaming packs fit travelers heading out of Bangladesh on short trips or longer stays. A daily internet pack starts at BDT 194, one global pack covers 68 destinations, and support runs through email, phone and help centre.
LMT
LMT eSIM works with compatible phones, smartwatches and tablets without a physical SIM. Customers can replace a SIM through My LMT or a customer centre, then download the eSIM by scanning a QR code.
Score breakdown
| Area | Grameenphone | LMT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.2 |
| Offer | 9.1Packs from BDT 194 with email, phone and help centre support and a fair use policy on unlimited data. | 9.1 |
| Trust | 9.3 | 9.7Higher |
Pick Grameenphone if, pick LMT if
Pick Grameenphone if hotspot sharing matter most.
Pick LMT if trust and countries covered matter most.
How they place
| Ranking | Grameenphone | LMT |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 181 of 926 | 173 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 189 of 918 | 181 of 918 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Grameenphone | LMT |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Not confirmed | Regional, Global |
| Features | Unlimited data, 5G, Hotspot, Carrier planCovers more | Unlimited data, 5G, Carrier plan |
| Audience | Short trip, Long tripCovers more | Short trip |
| Legal entity | Grameenphone Limited | Latvijas Mobilais Telefons |
| Headquarters | Bangladesh | Latvia |
| Founded | 1997 | 1992Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Phone, Email, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Grameenphone | LMT | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countries covered | 68below the median | 193highest quarter | 120 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Grameenphone
Pros
- Sold direct by the network operator (carrier), so packs are billed in BDT alongside a normal mobile balance, with one balance to top up.
- A global pack covering 68 destinations, plus reference packs for the US, Europe, the UK, Japan, Turkey, Mexico and Thailand.
- Unlimited data and hotspot sharing are both supported, so a laptop and several phones can share one connection.
Cons
- The fair use policy throttles unlimited data after a set data threshold and caps roaming spend per trip and per calendar year, so heavy use abroad is limited.
- Coverage of 68 destinations is well short of Zwitchy at 200 countries.
- Prices are quoted in BDT, which makes them awkward to weigh against a $0.99 US dollar entry price elsewhere.
LMT
Pros
- Supports compatible phones, smartwatches and tablets.
- SIM replacement is available through My LMT or an LMT customer centre.
- Activation uses a QR code.
Who each suits
Grameenphone
Who it suits
- Travelers leaving Bangladesh who already hold a Grameenphone plan and want data on the same network while abroad.
- Short stops where the daily pack at BDT 194 is enough for maps, messaging and a little browsing.
- Travelers working from a laptop, since hotspot sharing is supported and the fair use policy caps heavy use.
Who should look elsewhere
- Zwitchy, if 68 destinations is too few for a route crossing many countries and 200 is closer to what you need.
- eSIMGo.is, if a $0.99 US dollar entry price suits your currency better than a BDT carrier roaming pack.
- SimToIsrael, if a $25 US dollar starting price is easier to budget than a BDT roaming pack for a longer route.
LMT
Who it suits
- LMT customers with compatible devices who prefer an embedded SIM.
Current offers
Grameenphone
Current offer
Bonus
GP Pocket Router: ZTE U10S Pro purchase offer: Router at MRP BDT 4,099 plus 30-day limitless internet up to 15 Mbps for BDT 809
All new and existing prepaid and postpaid products (except Skitto) eligible; SIM and device must be tagged together; 4G-enabled SIM and 4G coverage required; after pack expiry maximum PayGo charge 6.95 Tk inclusive of VAT, SD and SC
Source, checked September 26, 2026
LMT
Current offer
Bonus
Power without limits: buy a Redmi Note 17 Series smartphone and receive a gift: gift included
Offer valid 17.09.-01.11.2026. Limited device availability.
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
LMT Smart TV promotional price: 5.99 EUR/month, after the promotion period 9.99 EUR/month
New Smart TV subscriptions during the promotion period
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Grameenphone | LMT |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | Yes | No |
| Latvia | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Grameenphone
What does a Grameenphone travel data pack cost?+
The global daily internet pack starts at BDT 194. The monthly global pack and the packs for the US, Europe, the UK, Japan, Turkey and Mexico are all listed at the same higher price, while Thailand is sold separately at a lower price. Everything is quoted in BDT by the carrier.
How much data is in a pack and how long does it last?+
The daily global pack carries a small allowance for a single day of browsing and costs BDT 194. The monthly pack carries a larger allowance and runs for a full month. Thailand is sold on a shorter validity window at a lower price than the monthly global pack.
How many countries does the roaming cover?+
The global pack covers 68 destinations. Separate reference packs are sold for the US, Europe, the UK, Japan, Turkey, Mexico and Thailand, so a single-country trip does not need the global pack. Coverage is narrower than Zwitchy, at 200 countries.
Is unlimited data offered, and what are the fair use limits?+
Unlimited data is offered alongside paid daily packs from BDT 194, and the fair use policy throttles speeds after a set data threshold and caps roaming spend per trip and per calendar year under Bangladesh Bank regulations. Treat unlimited as generous rather than endless, and check the current threshold before a data-heavy trip.
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