Updated September 29, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Orange vs Singtel
Singtel
Higher score in this comparison
Orange
Orange vs Singtel: the differences
| Compare | OrangeReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | SingtelReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | €1 | SGD 5 |
| Price per GB from | €1.25 | $3 |
| Countries covered | from 200 | 259 |
| 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 | US: UnlimitedRoam 15GB S$45/14 days, ReadyRoam Worldwide 6GB S$40; Europe (France): UnlimitedRoam S$45/14 days, ReadyRoam Worldwide 6GB S$40; UK: UnlimitedRoam S$45/14 days; Japan: UnlimitedRoam Asia S$35/14 days, ReadyRoam Asia 6GB S$18; Thailand: ReadyRoam Neighbours 1GB S$5; Turkey: ReadyRoam Others 1GB S$60; Mexico: ReadyRoam Others 1GB S$60; global: UnlimitedRoam 15GB S$45/14 days |
| Networks | AT&T, Manx Telecom, T Mobile, Union Telephone Company, Verizon | AT&T, Verizon, T Mobile, NTT DoCoMo, KDDI, SoftBank, Aeromobile |
| Hotspot sharing | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Fair use policy | Not confirmed | UnlimitedRoam 14 Days: 15GB high speed data, then reduced speeds under the Fair Usage Policy; DataRoam Unlimited Daily: daily fair usage policy, speed limit imposed and reset at 00:00h destination time |
| 10 GB in the US | €18.99 | Not confirmed |
| 10 GB in Japan | €13.99 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Unlimited data (Yes), 5G (Yes), Top-ups (Yes), Seller type (Carrier).
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Key differences
- Singtel scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.2.
- Networks: only Orange offers Manx Telecom, Union Telephone Company.
- Networks: only Singtel offers NTT DoCoMo, KDDI, SoftBank.
- Support channels: only Orange offers Email.
- Support channels: only Singtel offers Chat, Phone.
- Region: only Orange offers Local.
- Features: only Orange offers Hotspot, Instant activation.
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.
Singtel
Singtel suits travelers leaving Singapore who want carrier roaming on their home plan rather than a travel eSIM. Its edge is reach: 259 countries and partner networks AT&T, Verizon and T Mobile, with unlimited data options and plans from SGD 5.
Score breakdown
| Area | Orange | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.2HigherEntry price of €1 and €1.25 per GB sit above the site medians of €5 and €1.50. | 9.0 |
| Offer | 9.2 | 9.3HigherPlans start at SGD 5, data from $3 per GB, 259 countries, unlimited data and 5G on a carrier plan. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.7 |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Orange | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 188 of 926 | 50 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 195 of 918 | 51 of 918 |
Sources behind this comparison
Orange
- travel.orange.com: 17 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- support.travel.orange.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Singtel
- singtel.com: 15 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Orange | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Local, Regional, GlobalCovers more | Regional, Global |
| Features | Unlimited data, 5G, Hotspot, Instant activation, Carrier planCovers more | Unlimited data, 5G, Carrier plan |
| Audience | Short trip, Long trip | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | Orange Travelers | Singapore Telecommunications Ltd |
| Headquarters | France | Singapore |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1992 |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre | Chat, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Orange | Singtel | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countries covered | from 200highest quarter | 259highest quarter | 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.
Singtel
Pros
- Covers 259 countries, far above the site average of 74
- Unlimited data is available, with fair use limits that keep speeds usable
- Roams on AT&T, Verizon and T Mobile, so a major home network is rarely missing
Cons
- Entry price of SGD 5 ranks low against cheaper options
- The unlimited daily plan applies a fair usage policy with a speed limit that resets at midnight destination time
- Regional add-ons can cost more, with some neighbour and other-destination packages priced far above the entry rate
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.
Singtel
Who it suits
- Singapore residents travelling short trips on a home carrier plan
- Longer trips where the unlimited options and top-ups spread the cost
- Travellers who already hold a Singtel line and want home and roaming on one account
Who should look elsewhere
- Travellers wanting the cheapest possible entry price, where eSIMGo.is starts at $0.99
- Those shopping for a single-destination plan, where SimToIsrael starts at $25
- People who need a marketplace-style eSIM picked per country, which Zwitchy covers with 200 countries
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
Singtel
Current offer
First period offer
60 days of Mobile Protect free with UnlimitedRoam or ReadyRoam Monthly: 60 days free
No sign-up required; needs an eligible 5G plan, 5G SIM and 5G-compatible device; trial ends automatically after 60 days unless you subscribe.
Source, checked September 26, 2026
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.
Singtel
How much does a Singtel roaming plan cost?+
Plans start at SGD 5, with data priced from $3 per GB. A set data allowance is the cheaper route for lighter use, while unlimited options cost more and carry fair use limits. Regional packages can sit well above the entry price depending on the destination.
Which countries does Singtel roaming cover?+
Coverage spans 259 countries, which puts Singtel near the top of the ranking on that measure. The network is described as both regional and global, so a plan can cover neighbouring markets as well as long-haul trips. Named partner networks include AT&T, Verizon and T Mobile.
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