Updated September 29, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Maya Mobile vs Ubigi
Maya Mobile
Higher score in this comparison
Ubigi
Where Maya Mobile and Ubigi differ
| Compare | Maya MobileReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | UbigiReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $9.99 | $6Lower |
| Countries covered | from 165 | from 200 |
| Unlimited data | YesHas it | No |
| Reference plan prices | One global pass at the same price in every country: 3 days USD 9.99, 7 days USD 19.99, 14 days USD 27.99, 30 days USD 49.99 unlimited data; US, Europe, UK, Japan, Thailand, Mexico and global are all covered by the same plan. | Japan 3GB $8; Asia 3GB $14; World 1GB $27; Europe 3GB $7, 10GB $13, 50GB $44 |
| Fair use policy | Unlimited data with a daily high-speed quota; unlimited at standard speed after the quota, reset every 24 hours; no fixed broadband or commercial hotspot; deprioritisation during congestion possible. | Prepaid data allowance valid for a set duration; intended for browsing, email and app use without excessively contributing to network congestion; no cash refund for unused allowance |
| Networks | T Mobile, Verizon, EE, O2, Three, Orange, Vodafone, Telcel, AIS, Au, Rakuten, Docomo, Türk Telekom, Turkcell, Claro, Ooredoo, Digicel | MEO, Taiwan Mobile, SK Telecom |
| Price per GB from | Not confirmed | $2.33 |
| 10 GB in Europe | Not confirmed | $13 |
Same on both: Hotspot sharing (Yes), 5G (Yes), Top-ups (Yes), Seller type (Mvno).
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Key differences
- Price from is lower at Ubigi: $6 vs $9.99.
- Unlimited data: only Maya Mobile.
- Networks: only Maya Mobile offers T Mobile, Verizon, EE.
- Networks: only Ubigi offers MEO, Taiwan Mobile, SK Telecom.
- Support channels: only Maya Mobile offers Chat, Phone.
- Region: only Ubigi offers Local, Regional.
- Features: only Maya Mobile offers Unlimited data.
Our verdict on each
Maya Mobile
Maya Mobile suits budget travellers crossing several countries who would rather carry one pass than a plan per country. It covers from 165 countries with unlimited data under a fair use policy, and support runs on email, chat and phone when a plan needs sorting.
Ubigi
Ubigi suits travellers on short trips and longer stays who want broad coverage at budget prices, sold by a French mobile virtual network operator rather than a marketplace. Plans start at $6 with the price per GB from $2.33, and coverage spans from 200 countries.
Score breakdown
| Area | Maya Mobile | Ubigi |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Entry at $9.99 against a site median of €5, with one pass price holding in every covered country rather than per country rates. | 8.9HigherEntry price of $6 sits above the site median of €5, and the Europe allowance lands at $13. |
| Offer | 9.4Higher | 9.0 |
By the numbers
| Fact | Maya Mobile | Ubigi |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $9.99 | $6 |
| Countries covered | from 165 | from 200 |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Maya Mobile | Ubigi |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 251 of 926 | 282 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 258 of 918 | 289 of 918 |
A third option
Simbye has price from at $1.99, against $9.99 for Maya Mobile and $6 for Ubigi.
Simbye reviewEvery fact side by side
| Fact | Maya Mobile | Ubigi |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Global | Local, Regional, GlobalCovers more |
| Features | Unlimited data, 5G, Hotspot, Instant activationCovers more | 5G, Hotspot, Instant activation |
| Pricing model | Budget | Budget |
| Audience | Short trip, Long trip | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | Mobile Maya Inc | Transatel S.A.S |
| Headquarters | Bahamas | France |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Email, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Maya Mobile | Ubigi | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $9.99highest quarter | $6above the median | $3.97 |
| Price per GB from | Not confirmed | $2.33above the median | $2 |
| Countries covered | from 165above the median | from 200highest quarter | 120 |
| 10 GB in Europe | Not confirmed | $13above the median | $12 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Maya Mobile
Pros
- Unlimited data on every tier, with a daily high speed quota and standard speed once that quota is used
- Coverage of from 165 countries on major networks, with 5G and hotspot sharing both available
- A single pass that costs the same in every country it covers, from $9.99
Cons
- Fair use policy allows deprioritisation during congestion, so speeds can fall on a busy network
- High speed stops at a daily quota, then standard speed until the reset, which limits heavy streaming and tethering
- Entry price of $9.99 sits above the site median of €5
Ubigi
Pros
- Coverage of from 200 countries across local, regional and global plans.
- Prices start at $6 with the price per GB from $2.33.
- Hotspot sharing is included and top-ups are available, so an unplanned day does not end the connection.
Cons
- There is no unlimited data option, so every plan carries a set allowance that can run out.
- Support runs on email and help centre only, with no phone or chat line listed.
- Unused allowance is not refunded in cash under the fair use policy.
Who each suits
Maya Mobile
Who it suits
- Budget travellers crossing several countries who want one pass instead of a plan per country
- Readers on short trips and long trips who prefer not to change plans as borders change
- Heavy browsers and streamers who accept standard speeds after a daily high speed quota
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers on entry price alone, where eSIMGo.is from $0.99 sits below Maya Mobile
- Readers who need a wider country list, since Zwitchy covers 200 countries
- Travellers buying one destination rather than a global pass, in the mould of SimToIsrael from $25
Ubigi
Who it suits
- Travellers on short trip and long trip who want wide country coverage without a premium bill.
- People who need hotspot sharing for a laptop or tablet while moving between countries.
- Travellers who prefer one operator's own eSIM to a resale marketplace with many sellers.
Who should look elsewhere
- Travellers shopping purely on entry price, since eSIMGo.is lists a price from $0.99.
- Anyone who needs unlimited data, as Ubigi has no such plan.
- Buyers who want phone or chat support, because Ubigi runs on email and help centre only.
Current offers
Ubigi
Current offer
Discount code
Student Beans student discount: 20% off
Exclusive student offer via Student Beans verification
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
Verified third-party coupon code TEE10: 10% off (code TEE10)
New users, eligible prepaid plans, monthly plans excluded
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
Maya Mobile
How much does Maya Mobile cost?+
Plans start at $9.99, and the reference pricing runs across several validity lengths, from a short stay to a month-long one, all with unlimited data. The pass price holds in each covered country, so the total does not shift as the itinerary does.
Is the data really unlimited?+
Unlimited data is included, yes, and unlimited data, 5g and hotspot carries it as a plan feature. The fair use policy sets a daily high speed quota, with the connection holding standard speed once that quota is used and the quota resetting every day.
Ubigi
How much do Ubigi eSIM plans cost?+
Plans start at $6 and the price per GB from $2.33. Listed reference pricing runs across Japan, Asia, a world plan and several Europe sizes, with larger Europe allowances priced higher than the smallest one. The brand sits in the budget model, so entry points are low rather than premium.
Does Ubigi sell unlimited data?+
No. Unlimited data is not part of the range, so every plan comes with a set data allowance that can be used up. Top-ups are available if you need more, and the fair use policy asks that the allowance is used for browsing, email and app use rather than heavy network load.
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