Updated September 29, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Roamless vs Ubigi
Roamless
Higher score in this comparison
Ubigi
Roamless vs Ubigi: the differences
| Compare | RoamlessReviewVisitVisit | UbigiReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $3.95Lower | $6 |
| Price per GB from | $2.25Lower | $2.33 |
| Reference plan prices | US 10 GB $22.45, Europe 10 GB $30.95, Japan 10 GB $14.95 (30-day fixed data plans, USD) | Japan 3GB $8; Asia 3GB $14; World 1GB $27; Europe 3GB $7, 10GB $13, 50GB $44 |
| Fair use policy | No speed limits or throttling; fixed data plans expire after 30 days; credits never expire but become inactive after 12 months of inactivity | 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 | Verizon, AT&T, KDDI, Softbank | MEO, Taiwan Mobile, SK Telecom |
| 10 GB in Europe | $30.95 | $13Lower |
| 10 GB in the US | $22.45 | Not confirmed |
| 10 GB in Japan | $14.95 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Countries covered (from 200), Unlimited data (No), Hotspot sharing (Yes), 5G (Yes), Top-ups (Yes), Seller type (Mvno).
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Key differences
- Price from is lower at Roamless: $3.95 vs $6.
- Price per GB from is lower at Roamless: $2.25 vs $2.33.
- Networks: only Roamless offers Verizon, AT&T, KDDI.
- Networks: only Ubigi offers MEO, Taiwan Mobile, SK Telecom.
- 10 GB in Europe is lower at Ubigi: $13 vs $30.95.
- Support channels: only Roamless offers Chat.
- Region: only Ubigi offers Local, Regional.
Our verdict on each
Roamless
Roamless suits travellers who want a single app for short trips and longer stays, with activation straight after purchase and 5G on major networks. The trade-off is the price per GB of $2.25, above the €1.50 median, and fixed data plans that run out on a set number of days.
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 | Roamless | Ubigi |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.8Price per GB of $2.25 sits above the €1.50 median, with entry price of $3.95. | 8.9HigherEntry price of $6 sits above the site median of €5, and the Europe allowance lands at $13. |
| Offer | 9.1Higher | 9.0 |
How they place
| Ranking | Roamless | Ubigi |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 72 of 926 | 282 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 73 of 918 | 289 of 918 |
The numbers side by side
| Fact | Roamless | Ubigi |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $3.95 | $6 |
| Price per GB from | $2.25 | $2.33 |
| Countries covered | from 200 | from 200 |
| 10 GB in Europe | $30.95 | $13 |
A third option
ESIMZON has 10 gb in europe at $6, against $30.95 for Roamless and $13 for Ubigi.
ESIMZON reviewWhat we checked
Roamless
- roamless.com: 19 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- help.roamless.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Ubigi
- travelesimexpert.com: 11 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- ubigi.com: 5 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- cellulardata.ubigi.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Roamless | Ubigi |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Global | Local, Regional, GlobalCovers more |
| Features | 5G, Hotspot, Instant activation | 5G, Hotspot, Instant activation |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Budget |
| Audience | Short trip, Long trip | Short trip, Long trip |
| Legal entity | Roamless Technologies Inc. | Transatel S.A.S |
| Headquarters | United States | France |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Help centreCovers more | Email, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Roamless | Ubigi | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $3.95below the median | $6above the median | $3.97 |
| Price per GB from | $2.25above the median | $2.33above the median | $2 |
| Countries covered | from 200highest quarter | from 200highest quarter | 120 |
| 10 GB in Europe | $30.95highest quarter | $13above the median | $12 |
| 10 GB in the US | $22.45highest quarter | Not confirmed | $15 |
| 10 GB in Japan | $14.95below the median | Not confirmed | $15 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Roamless
Pros
- Coverage of from 200 countries from a single account, well above the 74 median
- Hotspot sharing and 5G are both included, along with instant activation
- Fixed data plans carry no speed limits or throttling, so the allowance is what you pay for
Cons
- Unlimited data is not offered, so heavy use needs a top-up
- Price per GB of $2.25 is above the €1.50 median, and entry price of $3.95 ranks low
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, with no phone line
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
Roamless
Who it suits
- Travellers on a short trip who want data live shortly after buying
- People moving between several countries without swapping providers
- Longer stays that want top-ups instead of one large prepaid block
Who should look elsewhere
- Heavy data users who want an unlimited plan rather than counting gigabytes
- Price-led shoppers, since $0.99 is a cheaper way in
- Anyone who wants phone support, as email, chat and help centre leaves it out
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
Roamless
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
Roamless
What does data cost on Roamless?+
Plans start at $3.95, and the price per GB begins at $2.25. Reference fixed data plans are $22.45 for the United States, $30.95 for Europe and $14.95 for Japan, all in US dollars.
How long does a Roamless plan last?+
Fixed data plans expire on a set number of days, so the allowance has to be used inside that window. Any credits you buy separately do not expire on a date, though they go inactive after a period of inactivity.
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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