Updated September 28, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Magti vs Mobal
Magti
Higher score in this comparison
Mobal
What sets them apart
| Compare | MagtiReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | MobalReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | GEL 5 | ¥1,430 |
| Countries covered | 50 to 53Higher | 1 |
| Reference plan prices | UK 10000 MB 25 GEL/14 days; Austria 15000 MB 35 GEL/14 days; Turkey 2000 MB 10 GEL/7 days; Belgium 5000 MB 15 GEL/7 days; Italy 3000 MB 13 GEL/7 days; Spain 20000 MB 49 GEL/14 days | Japan only: Voice-Only eSIM ¥1,430/month; Voice+Data eSIM from ¥1,650/month up to 200GB; Pocket WiFi ¥6,980 + from ¥4,980/month (100GB, 200GB ¥5,980, 300GB ¥6,980) |
| Fair use policy | Unlimited internet throttled to 5 Mbps after the high-speed allowance (150 000 MB on the 90-day unlimited package) | Data over the allowance is reduced to a maximum of 384kbps until the 1st of the next month; network may restrict heavy data/bandwidth use |
| Networks | Magti | SoftBank, NTT Docomo, Au, Rakuten |
| Seller type | Carrier | Mvno |
| Unlimited data | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Hotspot sharing | Not confirmed | Yes |
| 10 GB in Europe | GEL 25 | Not confirmed |
| 10 GB in the US | GEL 55 | Not confirmed |
| 10 GB in Japan | GEL 55 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: 5G (Yes), Top-ups (Yes).
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Key differences
- Magti scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.0.
- Countries covered is higher at Magti: 50 to 53 vs 1.
- Networks: only Magti offers Magti.
- Networks: only Mobal offers SoftBank, NTT Docomo, Au.
- Support channels: only Magti offers Phone, Chat.
- Founded is lower at Mobal: 1989 vs 1996.
- Mobal is available in 30 more countries.
- Region: only Magti offers Global.
- Region: only Mobal offers Local.
- Features: only Magti offers Unlimited data, Carrier plan.
Our verdict on each
Magti
Magti is a Georgian carrier roaming plan that suits travelers staying inside Europe, where packages cost GEL 25 and plans start at GEL 5. Coverage of 50 to 53 countries is modest next to Zwitchy at 200, while unlimited data carries a fair use policy that throttles after the high-speed allowance.
Mobal
Mobal suits anyone heading to Japan who wants a local eSIM, a pocket WiFi or both arranged through the same provider. eSIMs start at ¥1,430, the pocket WiFi plan runs ¥4,980 to ¥6,980 with 100GB, 200GB or 300GB per month, and hotspot sharing and 5G come as standard on the eSIMs.
Score breakdown
| Area | Magti | Mobal |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 8.8 |
| Offer | 9.0Higher | 8.8Japan-only eSIMs from ¥1,430, voice and data eSIMs, and a pocket WiFi with 100GB, 200GB or 300GB per month and 8. |
| Trust | 9.4 | 9.8Higher |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Magti | Mobal |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 176 of 926 | 253 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 184 of 918 | 260 of 918 |
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Every fact side by side
| Fact | Magti | Mobal |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Global | Local |
| Features | Unlimited data, 5G, Carrier plan | 5G, Hotspot |
| Pricing model | Budget | Not confirmed |
| Audience | Short trip, Long trip | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | Magticom LLC | Mobell Communications Ltd |
| Headquarters | Georgia | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 1996 | 1989Lower |
| Support channels | Phone, Email, Chat, Help centreCovers more | Email, Help centre |
Pocket Wi-Fi
| Fact | Magti | Mobal |
|---|---|---|
| Daily price | Not confirmed | ¥4,980 to ¥6,980 |
| Data allowance | Not confirmed | 100GB, 200GB or 300GB per month |
| Devices connected | Not confirmed | 8 |
| Pickup and delivery | Not confirmed | Free pickup at Narita or Haneda airport, or free delivery in Japan in 2-5 business days |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Magti | Mobal | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countries covered | 50 to 53below the median | 1lowest quarter | 120 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Magti
Pros
- Europe packages are listed at GEL 25, against GEL 55 in the United States and GEL 55 in Japan, so travel inside Europe sits at the cheaper end of the price list.
- Unlimited data and 5G sit in the plan set (unlimited data, 5g and carrier plan), and the fair use policy throttles only after the high-speed allowance is spent.
- Support runs on phone, email and chat, and top-ups are available, so a traveler can add data or reach help during a trip.
Cons
- Coverage of 50 to 53 countries falls well short of Zwitchy at 200, so a long multi-country route needs a second plan.
- The fair use policy throttles unlimited internet after the high-speed allowance, and the longest unlimited package carries its own high-speed cap.
- It is sold as a carrier plan (carrier), so buying and top-ups run through the operator rather than a third-party seller.
Mobal
Pros
- eSIM plans start at ¥1,430, and pocket WiFi fees run ¥4,980 to ¥6,980 for a single market
- Pocket WiFi plans give 100GB, 200GB or 300GB per month and connect 8 devices at once
- eSIMs support 5G and hotspot sharing, and top-ups are available while you are abroad
Cons
- Coverage is a single market at 1, so nothing carries over to another country
- Support runs on email and help centre only, with no live chat or phone line listed
- Past the allowance, the fair use policy slows the connection sharply until the start of the next month, and the network may restrict heavy use
Who each suits
Magti
Who it suits
- Travelers on a regional trip inside Europe who want unlimited data, subject to the fair use policy, plus 5G on a carrier plan.
- Longer stays and light users who would rather top up during the trip than buy a large package in advance.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone routing across many more countries should check Zwitchy, which reaches 200 countries.
- Travelers who want prices in dollars can compare eSIMGo.is at $0.99 and SimToIsrael at $25.
Mobal
Who it suits
- Travelers spending the whole trip in a single market who want a local plan rather than a roaming add-on
- Groups and families who need a single device to share across several phones and tablets
- Business travelers who want data and voice in the same eSIM, with top-ups for a longer stay
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone whose trip crosses several borders, since coverage sits at 1 and Zwitchy reaches 200
- Travelers who want live chat or phone support, since email and help centre does not list either
- People who stream heavily or need unrestricted speeds once 100GB, 200GB or 300GB per month is used up
Current offers
Magti
Current offer
Bonus
Roamer Days cheap roaming internet packages in UK, Austria, Turkey, Belgium, Italy, Spain: UK 10000 MB 25 GEL/14 days; Austria 15000 MB 35 GEL/14 days; Turkey 2000 MB 10 GEL/7 days; Belgium 5000 MB 15 GEL/7 days; Italy 3000 MB 13 GEL/7 days; Spain 20000 MB 49 GEL/14 days
Can be activated until and including 31.12.2026; activation by *137# OK or in the MyMagti app; operator restrictions apply per country
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Mobal
Current offer
Discount code
Summer Sale: 10% off Voice Products: 10% off voice SIMs/eSIMs (¥4,950 → ¥4,455)
Automatic Summer Sale discount shown on the Japan eSIM page for Voice eSIMs
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
10% off Pocket WiFi monthly plan: 10% off monthly Pocket WiFi fee (100GB ¥4,980 → ¥4,482)
Requires an ongoing Japan Voice+Data SIM or eSIM from Mobal; applied automatically each month
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
Pay less for your first month: First month pro-rated from activation date to month end
Voice eSIM; after the first calendar month the fee is billed monthly on the 1st
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Magti | Mobal |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | No | Yes |
| Australia | No | Yes |
| Brazil | No | Yes |
| Canada | No | Yes |
| China | No | Yes |
| Denmark | No | Yes |
| France | No | Yes |
| Georgia | Yes | No |
8 of 32 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Magti
How much do Magti roaming plans cost?+
Plans start at GEL 5. A reference package inside Europe costs GEL 25, while the United States is priced at GEL 55 and Japan at GEL 55. Published bundles vary by country, with Turkey among the cheaper entries and Spain the largest of those listed.
Does Magti offer unlimited data?+
Yes, unlimited data is part of the plan set (unlimited data, 5g and carrier plan). The fair use policy applies on top of it: internet is throttled once the high-speed allowance is used up, and the longest unlimited package carries the largest high-speed allowance of the unlimited options.
Mobal
What does a Mobal Japan plan cost?+
eSIMs start at ¥1,430 for a voice only plan, and voice with data costs more. The pocket WiFi is charged at ¥4,980 to ¥6,980 with a device deposit added on top, so the hardware and the monthly plan are billed separately.
How much data is included?+
The pocket WiFi plans come with 100GB, 200GB or 300GB per month, and the voice and data eSIMs carry larger allowances for heavier use. Once the allowance is gone, a fair use policy reduces the speed to a crawl until the start of the next month.
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