Updated October 17, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Roamic vs USIMS
Roamic
Higher score in this comparison
USIMS
Roamic vs USIMS: the differences
| Compare | RoamicReviewVisitVisit | USIMSReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | €0.99 | $2 |
| Price per GB from | €0.99 | $0.90 |
| Countries covered | 190Higher | 120 |
| Unlimited data | YesHas it | No |
| Reference plan prices | Turkey 1GB EUR 0.99; Europe 1GB EUR 1.99, 10GB EUR 7.99; US 1GB EUR 1.99, 10GB EUR 7.99; Japan 1GB EUR 1.99, 10GB EUR 8.99 | US 10GB 10 days $15; France 10GB 10 days $9; UK 10GB 10 days $9; Japan 10GB 10 days $15; Turkey 5GB 10 days $10 |
| 10 GB in Europe | €7.99 | $9 |
| 10 GB in the US | €7.99 | $15 |
| 10 GB in Japan | €8.99 | $15 |
| Hotspot sharing | Yes | Not confirmed |
| 5G | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Fair use policy | 3GB high-speed per 24h then 1 Mbps | Not confirmed |
| Networks | Vodafone, AT&T, Verizon, Rakuten Mobile, NTT docomo, KDDI/au, Softbank | Not confirmed |
| Money-back period | 180 days | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Top-ups (Yes).
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Key differences
- Roamic scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.2.
- Countries covered is higher at Roamic: 190 vs 120.
- Unlimited data: only Roamic.
- Region: only Roamic offers Regional.
- Features: only Roamic offers Unlimited data, 5G, Hotspot.
Our verdict on each
Roamic
Roamic suits travelers who want a single app for regional and global trips rather than a device to collect at the airport. Entry pricing starts at €0.99, the plan range spans short trips and longer stays, and coverage spans 190 countries with unlimited data plans on the list.
USIMS
USIMS suits short break travelers and extended stay travelers who want fixed data pricing across broad coverage, with entry pricing at $2 and reach across 120 markets. Support runs through email, chat and help centre, and top ups allow extended use without unlimited data.
Score breakdown
| Area | Roamic | USIMS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.7HigherEntry at €0.99 and €0.99 sit well inside the field, with published plan pricing keeping larger packages competitive. | 9.4Entry pricing sits at $2 with per GB pricing at $0.90. |
| Offer | 9.2HigherUnlimited data plans, top-ups and hotspot sharing sit beside regional and global plans per regional and global, so a single catalogue covers most trips. | 8.9Reach spans 120 markets with global availability and instant activation. |
| Trust | 9.9Operated by Bytetravel S.A. in ES with a refund window of 180 days and support through email, chat and help centre. | Not confirmed |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Roamic | USIMS |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 11 of 926 | 14 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 11 of 918 | 14 of 918 |
Also worth a look
ESIMZON has countries covered at 200, against 190 for Roamic and 120 for USIMS.
ESIMZON reviewWhere these facts come from
Roamic
- roamic.com: 20 facts, checked September 30, 2026
USIMS
- usims.com: 12 facts, checked September 29, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Roamic | USIMS |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Regional, GlobalCovers more | Global |
| Features | Unlimited data, 5G, Hotspot, Instant activationCovers more | Instant activation |
| Audience | Short trip, Long trip | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | Bytetravel S.A. | Not confirmed |
| Headquarters | Spain | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Help centre | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Roamic | USIMS | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countries covered | 190above the median | 120at the median | 120 |
| Money-back period | 180 dayshighest quarter | Not confirmed | 30 days |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Roamic
Pros
- Coverage reaches 190 countries, ahead of Cherry Roam at 150 countries.
- Prices start at €0.99, with a price per GB from €0.99.
- Unlimited data plans are on the list, and top-ups are available for trips that run longer than planned.
Cons
- Unlimited data plans come with a fair usage limit: 3GB high-speed per 24h then 1 Mbps.
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, with no phone line listed.
- Japan pricing runs higher than Europe: €8.99 against €7.99.
USIMS
Pros
- Entry pricing at $2 keeps trial costs low versus Simsima at $1.50.
- Per GB pricing at $0.90 supports clear budgeting across reference plans for the US, France, the UK, Japan and Turkey.
- Coverage across 120 markets with global availability suits multi destination trips.
Cons
- Unlimited data is not offered, so heavy streaming travelers may need repeated top ups tied to $0.90.
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, without phone help for urgent travel issues.
- Coverage across 120 markets is narrower than some marketplace rivals with wider reach.
Who each suits
Roamic
Who it suits
- Travelers on a short break or a longer stay, since the plan range covers short trip and long trip.
- People who want a single profile for many borders, given 190 countries and regional and global plans.
- Anyone streaming or tethering on the move, since unlimited data plans sit alongside a fair use limit of 3GB high-speed per 24h then 1 Mbps.
Who should look elsewhere
- Travelist WiFi, if you would rather carry a WiFi device than set up an eSIM on your phone: it starts at ¥770, while Roamic starts at €0.99.
- Superalink eSIM, if the lowest entry price matters most: it starts at $0.79, below the €0.99 listed here.
- Cherry Roam, if a smaller country list suits your route: it lists 150 countries against the 190 countries covered here.
USIMS
Who it suits
- Short break travelers seeking low entry pricing at $2 with instant activation.
- Extended stay travelers needing reach across 120 markets with top ups.
- Budget focused travelers comparing per GB value at $0.90 against co:sim.
Who should look elsewhere
- Travelers seeking unlimited data may prefer GlocalMe for different plan structures, since unlimited data is not offered.
- Travelers wanting phone support may prefer co:sim options, since USIMS support runs on email, chat and help centre only.
Questions about each
Roamic
What does Roamic cost?+
Roamic lists prices from €0.99, with a price per GB from €0.99. Published pricing covers Turkey, Europe, the United States and Japan, each sold as a smaller data package and a larger one. Top-ups are available, so a short trip can start small and a longer stay can add data as it goes.
Is the data really unlimited?+
Unlimited data plans are offered, and the fair usage policy sets the limit on speed: 3GB high-speed per 24h then 1 Mbps. That means a busy day can slow down, so streaming in high definition and long hotspot sessions are worth spacing out. For everyday maps, messaging and browsing, the plan behaves the way the name suggests.
USIMS
What does USIMS data cost?+
USIMS entry pricing sits at $2, while per GB pricing sits at $0.90. Reference plans cover the US, France, the UK, Japan and Turkey with fixed allowances tied to set validity windows. Costs vary by market and allowance, so travelers should match destination and trip length to plan choice.
Which countries does USIMS cover?+
USIMS reaches across 120 markets with global availability. Reference options include the US, France, the UK, Japan and Turkey, which suits multi market itineraries. Travelers headed elsewhere should confirm destination support before purchase, since plan lists vary by market.