Updated October 14, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Orange vs Reliance Jio
Orange
Higher score in this comparison
Reliance Jio
Orange vs Reliance Jio: the differences
| Compare | OrangeReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | Reliance JioReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Countries covered | from 200 | from 160 |
| Networks | AT&T, Manx Telecom, T Mobile, Union Telephone Company, Verizon | Jio |
| Price from | €1 | Not confirmed |
| Price per GB from | €1.25 | Not confirmed |
| Unlimited data | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Hotspot sharing | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Reference plan prices | Europe 20GB/14 days EUR 24.99; United States 10GB/7 days EUR 18.99; Japan 10GB/7 days EUR 13.99 | Not confirmed |
| 10 GB in the US | €18.99 | Not confirmed |
| 10 GB in Japan | €13.99 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: 5G (Yes), Top-ups (Yes), Seller type (Carrier).
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Key differences
- Networks: only Orange offers AT&T, Manx Telecom, T Mobile.
- Networks: only Reliance Jio offers Jio.
- Support channels: only Orange offers Email.
- Support channels: only Reliance Jio offers Phone, Chat.
- Region: only Orange offers Local.
- Features: only Orange offers Unlimited data, Hotspot.
Our verdict on each
Orange
Orange Travelers runs a carrier eSIM service built for trips that cross borders, covering from 200 countries with plans priced from €1. It suits travelers who want a carrier network, 5G and top-ups in one place, and who can plan around set validity windows rather than open ended roaming.
Reliance Jio
MyJio provides account and usage details for Jio plans, including 4G or 5G validity, call, message and data use, and statements covering up to six months.
Score breakdown
| Area | Orange | Reliance Jio |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.2Entry price of €1 and €1.25 per GB sit above the site medians of €5 and €1.50. | Not confirmed |
| Offer | 9.2Higher | 9.0 |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 8.7 |
How they place
| Ranking | Orange | Reliance Jio |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 188 of 926 | 753 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 195 of 918 | 754 of 918 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Orange | Reliance Jio |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Local, Regional, GlobalCovers more | Regional, Global |
| Features | Unlimited data, 5G, Hotspot, Instant activation, Carrier planCovers more | 5G, Instant activation, Carrier plan |
| Audience | Short trip, Long trip | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | Orange Travelers | Jio Platforms Limited |
| Headquarters | France | India |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2007 |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre | Phone, Chat, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Orange | Reliance Jio | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | €1lowest quarter | Not confirmed | €4.99 |
| Price per GB from | €1.25below the median | Not confirmed | €1.44 |
| Countries covered | from 200highest quarter | from 160above the median | 120 |
| 10 GB in the US | €18.99above the median | Not confirmed | €15.99 |
| 10 GB in Japan | €13.99below the median | Not confirmed | €15.99 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Orange
Pros
- Coverage spans from 200 countries, with local, regional and global plans in the local, regional and global range.
- Entry price of €1 and a price per GB of €1.25 keep short trips affordable, with reference plans in Japan at €13.99 and the United States at €18.99.
- Unlimited data is offered, and 5G, hotspot sharing and instant activation all sit in the unlimited data, 5g and hotspot list.
Cons
- Support runs on email and help centre only, so no phone or live chat route is listed for urgent problems.
- Entry price and per GB pricing sit above the site medians of €5 and €1.50, and the Europe reference plan is priced above the Japan and United States plans for a bigger allowance and longer validity.
Reliance Jio
Pros
- Usage, recharge, support and account-linking tools are available in one app
- Statements cover up to six months
Cons
- Sign-in uses a one-time password
Who each suits
Orange
Who it suits
- Travelers crossing several borders on one trip who want a single carrier plan and from 200 countries of reach.
- Short trips and long trips alike, since the audience covers both (short trip and long trip).
- People who want 5G, hotspot sharing and instant activation without shopping across several sellers.
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers chasing the lowest entry price: eSIMGo.is starts at $0.99.
- Travelers who need phone or live chat help, since Orange support runs on email and help centre only.
- Anyone focused on a single destination eSIM price, where SimToIsrael at $25 is the one to compare.
Reliance Jio
Who it suits
- Jio customers managing mobile services through the MyJio app.
Current offers
Orange
Current offer
Discount code
20% off the 5-day unlimited US eSIM: 20% off, EUR 19.99 to EUR 15.99
Applies to the 5-day unlimited US plan
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
30% off the 100GB Europe eSIM: 30% off, EUR 68.99 to EUR 47.99
Applies to the 100GB Europe plan
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
35% off the 200GB Europe eSIM: 35% off, EUR 89.99 to EUR 57.99
Applies to the 200GB Europe plan
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
40% off the 500GB Europe eSIM: 40% off, EUR 169.99 to EUR 99.99
Applies to the 500GB Europe plan
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
40% off the 30-day 20GB Japan eSIM: 40% off, EUR 25.99 to EUR 15.99
Applies to the 30-day 20GB Japan plan
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Reliance Jio
Current offer
Bonus
12 months of Canva Pro free with 399 INR recharge: 12 months of Canva Pro
Free with a 399 INR recharge; offer page
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Bonus
Prepaid Celebration Plan: 120GB extra data and an additional 4,000 INR of benefits
On recharging 3,599 INR for 365 days
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
JioHome 1 month free: 1 month free
With every 3-month recharge
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Orange | Reliance Jio |
|---|---|---|
| India | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Orange
How much does an Orange Travelers travel eSIM cost?+
Plans start at €1, and the price per GB starts at €1.25. Reference plan prices are listed by destination: Japan at €13.99 and the United States at €18.99, with the Europe reference plan priced higher for a larger allowance and longer validity.
How much data do I get and how long does an Orange plan last?+
Reference plans are sold by data allowance and validity, with the Japan and United States plans both sold on a smaller allowance and shorter window than the Europe plan. Japan costs €13.99 and the United States €18.99. An unlimited data option is offered as well.
Which countries does Orange Travelers cover?+
Coverage runs to from 200 countries, and plans come in local, regional and global forms (local, regional and global). That makes one purchase workable across several borders rather than needing a separate plan per market.
Which networks are used, and is 5G or hotspot sharing supported?+
Named networks include AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Manx Telecom and Union Telephone Company, listed for the United States offer. 5G is supported and hotspot sharing is available, and the unlimited data, 5g and hotspot list adds instant activation and unlimited data.
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