Updated October 14, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
SoftBank vs Telenor Norway
SoftBank
Higher score in this comparison
Telenor Norway
Where SoftBank and Telenor Norway differ
| Compare | SoftBankReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | Telenor NorwayReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | ¥1,650 | Not confirmed |
| Countries covered | 1 | Not confirmed |
| Unlimited data | No | Not confirmed |
| 5G | No | Not confirmed |
| Networks | SoftBank | Not confirmed |
| Top-ups | No | Not confirmed |
| Seller type | Carrier | Not confirmed |
We earn a commission when you sign up through links on this site. Partner status can affect where a brand appears in our rankings. Partners with a live offer in your country come first, then every other brand by score.
Key differences
- Support channels: only Telenor Norway offers Phone.
- Founded is lower at Telenor Norway: 1855 vs 1986.
Our verdict on each
SoftBank
SoftBank's travel SIM is a local Japan plan sold by the carrier itself at ¥1,650, so it suits a short trip that stays in the country. It is a single-market buy with 5G and top-ups missing and help limited to a help centre.
Telenor Norway
Mitt Telenor lets customers retrieve a PUK code, order a SIM, change a subscription, add data packages and pay or defer an invoice.
Score breakdown
| Area | SoftBank | Telenor Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7 | Not confirmed |
| Offer | 8.2Price is ¥1,650 and coverage is 1, so the offer suits local trips rather than multi-country travel. | 8.3Higher |
| Trust | 9.8 | 10.0Higher |
How they place
| Ranking | SoftBank | Telenor Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 403 of 926 | 801 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 408 of 918 | 801 of 918 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | SoftBank | Telenor Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Local | Not confirmed |
| Features | Carrier plan | Not confirmed |
| Audience | Short trip | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | SoftBank Corp. | Telenor ASA |
| Headquarters | Japan | Norway |
| Founded | 1986 | 1855Lower |
| Support channels | Help centre | Help centre, PhoneCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | SoftBank | Telenor Norway | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | ¥1,650highest quarter | Not confirmed | ¥840 |
| Countries covered | 1lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 120 |
Median across 492 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
SoftBank
Pros
- A carrier plan from SoftBank Corp., the operator behind the network, rather than a third-party seller.
- Built for short trips, so the plan matches a quick holiday rather than a long stay.
- An established operator, founded in 1986 and headquartered in Japan.
Cons
- Coverage is 1, so the SIM is dead the moment you fly somewhere else.
- On countries covered it ranks 257 of 303, among the narrowest reach on the site.
- The ¥1,650 start ranks 208 of 313 on price, so entry cost is mid-table rather than a bargain.
Telenor Norway
Pros
- Subscription, SIM, data-package and invoice actions are listed
- Family subscriptions can be viewed in the app
Cons
- Sign-in uses Telenor ID
Who each suits
SoftBank
Who it suits
- Travellers on a short Japan trip who want the local operator's own network.
- Anyone whose itinerary stays inside a single market and prefers buying from the carrier.
Who should look elsewhere
- Multi-country trips: Zwitchy covers 200 against SoftBank's 1.
- Price-first shoppers: eSIMGo.is starts at $0.99 against SoftBank's ¥1,650.
- Long stays that need more data: the plan is built for a short trip, so weigh Zwitchy instead.
Telenor Norway
Who it suits
- Norway Telenor customers managing subscriptions in Mitt Telenor.
Current offers
SoftBank
Current offer
Bonus
Get Additional Data For Free (1GB to 3GB): 1GB to 3GB
Prepaid SIM for Travel data allowance, running since March 2018
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | SoftBank | Telenor Norway |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | Yes | No |
| Norway | No | Yes |
Questions about each
SoftBank
What does the SoftBank travel SIM cost?+
Plans start at ¥1,650. You are buying from SoftBank Corp. as a carrier, so the price comes from the operator rather than a travel reseller or marketplace. Compare that with eSIMGo.is at $0.99 if the entry price is what decides it.
Does the SoftBank travel SIM include 5G?+
5G is not included, so the plan is not aimed at buyers shopping for a 5G eSIM. It runs on the SoftBank network, which is enough for maps and browsing on a short trip. Anyone who treats 5G as a requirement should check alternatives before buying.
How do I get help if the SIM does not work?+
Support runs on help centre, which is the only channel listed. The company behind the plan is SoftBank Corp., founded in 1986 and headquartered in Japan, so questions go to the operator that runs the network. Have your purchase details ready before you ask.
Is the SoftBank plan sold by a carrier or a reseller?+
It is sold by a carrier, so the operator is the seller and there is no marketplace in between. The plan itself is a carrier plan, sold on SoftBank's own network. For a price comparison, eSIMGo.is starts at $0.99 and SimToIsrael at $25.
Other options to compare
Related by the facts
SoftBank
Telenor Norway