Updated September 28, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Magti vs Virgin Mobile UAE
Magti
Higher score in this comparison
Virgin Mobile UAE
What sets them apart
| Compare | MagtiReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | Virgin Mobile UAEReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | GEL 5 | AED 95.24 |
| 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 | 3 days unlimited AED 95.24; 7 days 21GB (3GB/day) AED 142.86; 10 days unlimited AED 190.48; 20 days unlimited AED 285.71 |
| Fair use policy | Unlimited internet throttled to 5 Mbps after the high-speed allowance (150 000 MB on the 90-day unlimited package) | Unlimited data plans are uncapped with no fair usage policy; the 7-day 21GB plan has a 3GB daily limit and unused data does not carry over |
| Seller type | Carrier | Mvno |
| Networks | Magti | Not confirmed |
| 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: Unlimited data (Yes), 5G (Yes), Top-ups (Yes).
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Key differences
- Countries covered is higher at Magti: 50 to 53 vs 1.
- Region: only Magti offers Global.
- Region: only Virgin Mobile UAE offers Local.
- Features: only Virgin Mobile UAE offers Instant activation.
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.
Virgin Mobile UAE
Virgin Mobile UAE suits anyone spending a holiday in the Emirates who wants uncapped data with no fair use policy on a local network rather than a roaming add-on. Fees start at AED 95.24, plans activate instantly, and the unlimited options sit above the €5 typical entry price on this site.
Score breakdown
| Area | Magti | Virgin Mobile UAE |
|---|---|---|
| Offer | 9.0 | Not confirmed |
| Trust | 9.4 | Not confirmed |
Availability and regulation
Additional countries for Magti: 1. Additional countries for Virgin Mobile UAE: 1.
Also worth a look
Roamable has countries covered at 150, against 50 to 53 for Magti and 1 for Virgin Mobile UAE.
Roamable reviewWhere these facts come from
Magti
- magticom.ge: 20 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Virgin Mobile UAE
- virginmobile.ae: 14 facts, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Magti | Virgin Mobile UAE |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 176 of 926 | 856 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 184 of 918 | 856 of 918 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Magti | Virgin Mobile UAE |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Global | Local |
| Features | Unlimited data, 5G, Carrier plan | Unlimited data, 5G, Instant activation, Carrier planCovers more |
| Pricing model | Budget | Not confirmed |
| Audience | Short trip, Long trip | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | Magticom LLC | Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC |
| Headquarters | Georgia | United Arab Emirates |
| Founded | 1996 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Phone, Email, Chat, Help centre | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Magti | Virgin Mobile UAE | 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.
Virgin Mobile UAE
Pros
- The unlimited plans are not capped and have no fair use policy attached.
- 5G is available, and plans activate instantly.
- Top-ups are available, so a plan can be extended mid-trip.
Cons
- Coverage counts 1 country, so the plan is useless outside the Emirates.
- The entry price of AED 95.24 sits above the €5 site median.
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.
Virgin Mobile UAE
Who it suits
- Visitors on a short city break who want heavy data use without tracking a cap.
- Travellers staying in the Emirates for weeks who value uncapped data over multi-country reach.
- Anyone who prefers a local network provider with instant activation and top-ups.
Who should look elsewhere
- Multi-country travellers, who need a regional or global eSIM such as Zwitchy with 200 countries covered.
- Travellers who want a cheap prepaid data-only eSIM such as eSIMGo.is at $0.99.
- Visitors planning a dedicated Israel trip, who should look at SimToIsrael from $25.
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
Virgin Mobile UAE
Current offer
Bonus
300GB extra data: 50GB every month for 6 months
Purchase a 12-month plan of 7GB or more
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Free 10GB for 6 months with eSIM: 10GB free for 6 months
Purchase a plan with 3GB or more worth AED79 or more and sign up using facial recognition with eSIM
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Cashback on Tourist Plans: 50% cashback on the 3-day plan, 75% on the 10-day plan, 100% on the 20-day plan
Cashback usable in app as minutes booster, pay as you go calling and premium SMSs; no promotions on Tourist Plans per FAQ
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Magti | Virgin Mobile UAE |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | Yes | No |
| United Arab Emirates | No | Yes |
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.
Virgin Mobile UAE
How much does a Virgin Mobile UAE tourist eSIM cost?+
Fees start at AED 95.24 for the shortest unlimited plan. The reference list prices a spread of validities and mixes a capped plan in with the unlimited ones, so you can pay for a fixed allowance or for open-ended use across your stay.
Is the unlimited data plan really uncapped?+
Yes. The unlimited plans are not capped and carry no fair use limits, and the feature list records unlimited data among its entries (unlimited data, 5g and instant activation). The one capped plan hands you a fixed allowance divided across the days of its validity, and anything unused on a day does not carry to the next.
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