Updated October 14, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
LG Uplus vs Visible
Visible
Higher score in this comparison
LG Uplus
What sets them apart
| Compare | LG UplusReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | VisibleReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Seller type | Carrier | Mvno |
| Price from | Not confirmed | $25 |
| Price per GB from | Not confirmed | $5 |
| Countries covered | Not confirmed | 140 |
| Unlimited data | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Hotspot sharing | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reference plan prices | Not confirmed | Global Pass 140+ countries: $10/day (unlimited talk/text, 2GB high-speed data/day, hotspot); Mexico, Canada, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands: $5/day on Visible plan; 1 day/mo free on Visible+, 2 days/mo on Visible+ Pro, 12 days/yr annual Visible+, 24 days/yr annual Visible+ Pro; US home plan: $25/mo unlimited |
| 5G | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fair use policy | Not confirmed | Unlimited hotspot data speed-capped at 5 Mbps (Visible), 10 Mbps (Visible+), 15 Mbps (Visible+ Pro); Global Pass includes 2GB high-speed data per day, speeds reduced to 3G after; same 2GB/day limit in Mexico and Canada roaming; $5 minimum monthly service charge |
| Networks | Not confirmed | Verizon |
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Key differences
- Support channels: only LG Uplus offers Phone.
- Support channels: only Visible offers Email, Chat, Community.
- Region: only LG Uplus offers Local.
- Region: only Visible offers Global.
- Features: only Visible offers Unlimited data, 5G, Hotspot.
Our verdict on each
LG Uplus
LG Uplus Data SIM and eSIM products support data and phone or text service on a customer’s phone in Korea.
Visible
Visible suits US travelers who want a budget carrier plan for home and abroad, with unlimited data, 5G and hotspot sharing. Global Pass extends it to 140 countries and the home plan starts at $25 a month, though roaming data is priced by the day and capped by a daily high-speed allowance.
Score breakdown
| Area | LG Uplus | Visible |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 8.2 |
| Offer | 8.3 | 9.2HigherUnlimited data, 5G and hotspot sharing come with $25 a month, though Global Pass costs $5 per GB. |
| Trust | 9.4 | Not confirmed |
How they place
| Ranking | LG Uplus | Visible |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 602 of 926 | 87 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 605 of 918 | 88 of 918 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | LG Uplus | Visible |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Local | Global |
| Features | Carrier plan | Unlimited data, 5G, Hotspot, Carrier planCovers more |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Budget |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | LG Uplus Corp. | Verizon Value, Inc. |
| Headquarters | South Korea | United States |
| Founded | 1996 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Help centre, Phone | Email, Chat, Help centre, Community |
Pocket Wi-Fi
| Fact | LG Uplus | Visible |
|---|---|---|
| Daily price | ₩4,400 | Not confirmed |
| Deposit | ₩70,000 | Not confirmed |
| Data allowance | Unlimited LTE across South Korea; 4GB per day at full speed, then unlimited at up to QoS 5Mbps | Not confirmed |
| Devices connected | 10 | Not confirmed |
| Pickup and delivery | Airport pick-up/return only, no delivery: Incheon T1/T2, Gimpo and Gimhae airports | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | LG Uplus | Visible | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | $25highest quarter | $3.97 |
| Price per GB from | Not confirmed | $5above the median | $2 |
| Countries covered | Not confirmed | 140above the median | 120 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
LG Uplus
Pros
- Data SIM and eSIM options include data and phone or text service
- Voice verification and text billing are explained
Cons
- Voice service requires passport verification at an airport counter
Visible
Pros
- Unlimited data on the home plan with 5G and hotspot sharing, though hotspot speeds are capped by tier
- Roaming through Global Pass covers 140 countries
- Budget model, with the home plan starting at $25 a month
Cons
- Global Pass gives a modest daily high-speed allowance, with slower speeds once that allowance is used up, and the same daily cap applies in Mexico and Canada roaming
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, with no phone line
- Unlimited hotspot data is speed-capped, with the lowest cap on the entry plan, and a minimum monthly service charge applies once a pass is added
Who each suits
LG Uplus
Who it suits
- Visitors in Korea checking LG Uplus data, voice and text SIM conditions.
Visible
Who it suits
- US travelers who want a single plan for home and travel, kept on the Verizon network
- Budget buyers who put unlimited data and 5G ahead of roaming volume
- Short trips and long trips alike, since Global Pass is bought by the day
Who should look elsewhere
- Travelers who want the widest possible coverage, since Zwitchy reaches 200 countries
- Anyone shopping for a travel-only data eSIM from a single market, such as SimToIsrael
- Price-first shoppers who only want connectivity, since eSIMGo.is starts at $0.99
Current offers
Visible
Current offer
Discount code
Save $6/mo for 12 months with code SAVE6: $6/mo off for 12 months ($19/mo vs reg. $25/mo)
New members joining via bring your own device or new device; monthly Visible, Visible+ or Visible+ Pro plan; promo code SAVE6 at checkout; maintain service 12 consecutive months; does not apply to annual plans; offer disclosure ending 9/30/2026
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
50% off one year of the Visible+ Pro annual plan: $225 off $450/yr annual plan
New members; Visible+ Pro annual plan; promo code SAVEHALF and payment of $225 required at checkout; limited time offer, subject to change
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
Save $5/mo for 12 months with code FRESHSTART: $5/mo for 12 months (up to $60)
New members only; any Visible monthly phone plan; code FRESHSTART at checkout; available for a limited time
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
Try Visible free for 15 days: 15 days free
15 days, no credit card, no contract, no auto-renewal; US residents only; eSIM-capable compatible phone; not open to current or former members within 12 months
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | LG Uplus | Visible |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | Yes | No |
| United States | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Visible
How much does Visible cost?+
The US home plan starts at $25 a month and carries unlimited data, 5G and hotspot sharing. Global Pass is added separately as a daily charge, and roaming data is priced from $5 per GB. A minimum monthly service charge applies while a pass sits on the account.
How much roaming data do I get?+
Global Pass includes a small daily high-speed data allowance with unlimited talk and text, and hotspot sharing is included. The same daily cap applies when roaming in Mexico, Canada, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. Speeds drop to a slower tier once the daily allowance is used up, and roaming data is priced from $5 per GB.
Which countries does the roaming pass cover?+
Global Pass reaches 140 countries, so one add-on can carry a trip across several borders. Service abroad runs on the Verizon network, the same one used for the US plan. Days are added as you travel, so a longer itinerary can be built in stages.
Is the data really unlimited?+
Unlimited data is included on the US home plan, which starts at $25 a month, but fair-use limits still apply. Hotspot data is speed-capped, with the lowest cap on the entry plan, and the roaming pass allows only a daily high-speed allowance before speeds fall back. A minimum monthly service charge also applies once a pass is added.
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