Updated September 28, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Magenta Telekom vs SLT-Mobitel
Magenta Telekom
Higher score in this comparison
SLT-Mobitel
Magenta Telekom vs SLT-Mobitel: the differences
| Compare | Magenta TelekomReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | SLT-MobitelReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Countries covered | 140Higher | 1 |
| Unlimited data | No | YesHas it |
| Fair use policy | Data is stopped when the package allowance is used up, with no further charges; unused units expire at the end of the package; packages are not valid on ships, ferries, planes or satellite connections | FUP and conditions apply to the Non-stop Data plan (Plan 03) |
| Price from | Not confirmed | LKR 821 |
| Reference plan prices | Not confirmed | Tourist SIM: 7 days 15GB Rs.821; 30 days 30GB Rs.1540; 30 days non-stop data Rs.5131. Top-ups: Rs.652 for 8.4GB/14 days, Rs.1343 for 20GB/30 days. Local prepaid eSIM: Standard Combo 30 days Rs.555 7GB; 9IN 1 Plus 30 days Rs.699 3GB; MOBITEL 1598 30 days Rs.1598 40GB; ONE SHOT 1989 30 days Rs.1989 non-stop data. All LKR, tax inclusive where stated. |
| 5G | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Networks | Not confirmed | Mobitel |
Same on both: Top-ups (Yes), Seller type (Carrier).
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Key differences
- Countries covered is higher at Magenta Telekom: 140 vs 1.
- Unlimited data: only SLT-Mobitel.
- Support channels: only Magenta Telekom offers Phone, Chat.
- Support channels: only SLT-Mobitel offers Community.
- Region: only Magenta Telekom offers Global.
- Region: only SLT-Mobitel offers Local.
- Features: only SLT-Mobitel offers Unlimited data, 5G, Instant activation.
- Audience: only SLT-Mobitel offers Long trip.
Our verdict on each
Magenta Telekom
Magenta Telekom sells travel data as a carrier plan rather than a standalone eSIM, covering 140 countries from its home network. It suits existing Magenta and T-Mobile Austria customers adding a short trip package, with carrier billing and email, phone and help centre help if a package runs out.
SLT-Mobitel
SLT-Mobitel is the home carrier for a single market, so it suits visitors who want a local network plan across a whole Sri Lanka stay. Tourist plans start at LKR 821, 5G is included, and an unlimited data option carries fair use conditions.
Score breakdown
| Area | Magenta Telekom | SLT-Mobitel |
|---|---|---|
| Offer | 9.1 | Not confirmed |
| Trust | 9.4 | Not confirmed |
How they place
| Ranking | Magenta Telekom | SLT-Mobitel |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 175 of 926 | 771 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 183 of 918 | 771 of 918 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Magenta Telekom | SLT-Mobitel |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Global | Local |
| Features | Carrier plan | Unlimited data, 5G, Instant activation, Carrier planCovers more |
| Audience | Short trip | Short trip, Long tripCovers more |
| Legal entity | T-Mobile Austria GmbH | Mobitel (Pvt) Ltd |
| Headquarters | Austria | Sri Lanka |
| Founded | 1996 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre, Chat | Email, Help centre, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Magenta Telekom | SLT-Mobitel | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countries covered | 140above the median | 1lowest quarter | 120 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Magenta Telekom
Pros
- Broad reach for a carrier add-on, with coverage across 140 countries
- Buy a top-up when the package allowance runs out, with no further charges
- Support runs on email, phone and help centre
Cons
- Unlimited data is not part of the offer
- The fair use policy places ships, ferries, planes and satellite connections outside the package, which matters for cruise and ferry itineraries
- Unused units expire at the end of the package
SLT-Mobitel
Pros
- Plans start at LKR 821, with tourist options for both short trips and longer stays
- Unlimited data is offered alongside fair use conditions on the non-stop plan: FUP and conditions apply to the Non-stop Data plan (Plan 03)
- 5G is included on the network, and activation is instant
Cons
- Coverage is a single market at 1, so the plan does not travel with you
- The service runs on the Mobitel network only: Mobitel
- Support runs on email, help centre and community only, with no phone line listed
Who each suits
Magenta Telekom
Who it suits
- Magenta or T-Mobile Austria customers who want travel data billed to their home line
- Travellers on short trips to Europe and beyond who need broad country coverage
- People already comfortable managing packages inside the carrier app and account
Who should look elsewhere
- Travellers who need unlimited data, which this offer does not include
- Anyone crossing at sea or in the air, since the fair use policy places ships, ferries, planes and satellite connections outside the package
- Travellers wanting a single market only, where SimToIsrael is a simpler fit
SLT-Mobitel
Who it suits
- Travellers whose itinerary stays in Sri Lanka and want a local carrier rate
- Longer stays that need unlimited data rather than a fixed allowance
Who should look elsewhere
- Zwitchy, which covers 200 countries for travellers moving across regions
- eSIMGo.is, whose plans start at $0.99 for buyers shopping by destination
- SimToIsrael, which starts at $25 for a different single market
Current offers
Magenta Telekom
Current offer
Bonus
5 GB Reisepaket fuer 60 Tage in 49 Nicht-EU Laendern gratis: 5 GB for 60 days free
Requires an eligible mobile and internet plan (Magenta Family); valid until revoked; not valid on ships, ferries, planes or satellite connections; ends after 60 days, unused units expire
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Bis zu 60 GB Datenvolumen monatlich gratis in der Tuerkei: up to 60 GB per month free in Turkey
Free for Mobile S, Mobile Unlimited M, Mobile Unlimited L and Mobile Unlimited XL plans registered from 02.06.2026; 20/30/40/60 GB per month by plan; automatic renewal, monthly units expire, billed in 100 kB steps, cancellable with one month notice to month end
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Magenta Telekom | SLT-Mobitel |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Yes | No |
| Sri Lanka | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Magenta Telekom
How many countries does the Magenta Telekom travel package cover?+
The travel package covers 140 countries, which puts it in the global range rather than a single market. You can buy it as a carrier plan added to an existing home line, so one package can cover several stops on a multi country trip.
Does Magenta Telekom offer unlimited data?+
Unlimited data is not part of this offer. The package runs on a fixed allowance, and data is stopped when that allowance is used up, with no further charges. If you need a heavier allowance, a top-up is available when the package runs out.
SLT-Mobitel
What do SLT-Mobitel visitor plans cost?+
Tourist plans start at LKR 821, with a range of allowances and validity periods for short stays and longer visits. Prices are set by the carrier in its home market, and longer plans cost more. Top-ups are also sold for trips that outlast a plan.
Is the data unlimited?+
An unlimited data option is offered, and fair use conditions apply to the non-stop data plan: FUP and conditions apply to the Non-stop Data plan (Plan 03). Read any unlimited claim against those terms before you commit, since the conditions set the real ceiling. Heavy continuous users should check the wording for their plan.
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