Updated October 12, 2026 · NomadCue Editorial Team
Travelist WiFi vs WorldSIM
Travelist WiFi
Higher score in this comparison
WorldSIM
Where Travelist WiFi and WorldSIM differ
| Compare | Travelist WiFiReviewVisitVisit | WorldSIMReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit | ¥0 | £0 |
| Data allowance | 3GB/day on 3GB plan; unlimited plan fair use 20GB/day | 3.6GB |
| Pickup and delivery | Airport counter pickup free; delivery JPY 550; return by mail free | Worldwide delivery, free over GBP 100 |
| Daily price | ¥770 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Devices connected (10).
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Key differences
- Travelist WiFi scores higher overall: 9.6 vs 8.8.
- Support channels: only Travelist WiFi offers Phone.
- Support channels: only WorldSIM offers Chat.
- Founded is lower at Travelist WiFi: 1991 vs 2006.
Our verdict on each
Travelist WiFi
Travelist WiFi suits Japan-only trips that want a pocket WiFi or eSIM with no deposit and instant activation. Daily rates start at ¥770, coverage runs to 1 country, and the deposit rank sits at 1 of 20 brands compared.
WorldSIM
WorldSIM is a UK MVNO eSIM built for travellers crossing several countries, where a global plan reaches 195 countries on established mobile networks. Plans start at £25, and 5G with instant activation make it a practical pick for multi-country trips rather than a bargain option.
Score breakdown
| Area | Travelist WiFi | WorldSIM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.6HigherDeposit of ¥0 ranks 1 of 20, offset by a daily price of ¥770 at rank 24. | 8.4Entry pricing of £25 and £1.18 a GB sits above the medians €5 and €1.50. |
| Offer | 9.3Higherunlimited data, hotspot and instant activation adds unlimited data, hotspot and instant activation, and 10 devices can connect. | 9.1Coverage of 195 countries, 5G, instant activation and top-ups. |
| Trust | 9.9HigherThe operator is Apple World Co., Ltd., based in JP, and support runs on email, phone and help centre. | 8.8 |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Travelist WiFi | WorldSIM |
|---|---|---|
| Travel SIMs and eSIMs | 35 of 926 | 32 of 926 |
| Travel eSIMs | 36 of 918 | 32 of 918 |
| Pocket WiFi rental | 6 of 193 | 5 of 193 |
Where these facts come from
Travelist WiFi
- wifi.travelist.jp: 8 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- travelist.jp: 1 fact, checked September 30, 2026
WorldSIM
- worldsim.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Travelist WiFi | WorldSIM |
|---|---|---|
| Legal entity | Apple World Co., Ltd. | WorldSIM Limited |
| Headquarters | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 1991Lower | 2006 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Chat, Email, Help centre |
eSIMs
| Fact | Travelist WiFi | WorldSIM |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | ¥770 | £25 |
| Price per GB from | Not confirmed | £1.18 |
| Countries covered | 1 | 195Higher |
| Unlimited data | YesHas it | No |
| Hotspot sharing | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Region | Local | Global |
| Features | Unlimited data, Hotspot, Instant activation | 5G, Instant activation |
| Pricing model | Budget | Not confirmed |
| Audience | Short trip, Long trip | Short trip, Long trip |
| Reference plan prices | Japan only: pocket WiFi 3GB/day JPY 770, 5GB/day JPY 880, 10GB/day JPY 1,100, unlimited JPY 1,540/day; eSIM 10GB/20 days JPY 4,280, 10GB/30 days JPY 4,500, unlimited 16 days JPY 6,272, unlimited 30 days JPY 9,360 | Global eSIM Pro 10GB 30 days GBP 25; 20GB 90 days GBP 35; 41GB 180 days GBP 50; 85GB 365 days GBP 100; 10GB 30-day plan covers Europe, US, Japan, Thailand, Turkey and Mexico within 195+ countries |
| 5G | No | YesHas it |
| Fair use policy | Unlimited plans: speed limited to 200Kbps above 20GB per day or 300GB per month | Fair and reasonable use only; WorldSIM may review charges or suspend or terminate the service if usage exceeds the terms of the agreement |
| Networks | SoftBank, NTT DOCOMO | AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus, Iusacell, Etisalat |
| Top-ups | Yes | Yes |
| Seller type | Mvno | Mvno |
| 10 GB in Europe | Not confirmed | £25 |
| 10 GB in the US | Not confirmed | £25 |
| 10 GB in Japan | ¥4,280 | £25 |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Travelist WiFi | WorldSIM | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily price | ¥770above the median | Not confirmed | ¥440 |
| Devices connected | 10at the median | 10at the median | 10 |
Median across 62 listed travel providers.
Pros and cons
Travelist WiFi
Pros
- Daily price of ¥770 on the entry pocket WiFi plan, with an unlimited option at 3GB/day on 3GB plan; unlimited plan fair use 20GB/day terms
- Deposit of ¥0, and the deposit rank is 1 of 20 brands compared
- Hotspot sharing is available, and unlimited data, hotspot and instant activation covers unlimited data, hotspot and instant activation
Cons
- Coverage is limited to 1 country, and local marks it a local service rather than a travelling one
- 5G is not offered, so speeds stay on older networks
- Unlimited plans are shaped by a fair use policy, with speed capped once the daily and monthly fair use thresholds are passed
WorldSIM
Pros
- Coverage of 195 countries on a single global eSIM
- 5G and instant activation, so a plan works soon after landing
- Top-ups let you add data mid-trip without buying a new eSIM
Cons
- Unlimited data is not offered, so every plan runs on a fixed allowance such as 3.6GB
- Support runs on chat, email and help centre only, with no phone line listed
- The fair use policy lets WorldSIM review charges or suspend or terminate the service if usage goes beyond the terms of the agreement
Who each suits
Travelist WiFi
Who it suits
- Travellers spending the whole trip in a single market who want a device rather than an eSIM
- Groups sharing a pocket WiFi, since hotspot sharing is available and 10 devices can connect
- Longer stays in Japan, since short trip and long trip covers both short trips and long trips
Who should look elsewhere
- Multi-country trips, because 1 country is a single market and GlocalMe carries broader coverage
- Travellers who need 5G, since 5G is not offered here
- Price-first shoppers who can accept a lesser plan, since MobileWiFi lists a daily price of ZAR 29
WorldSIM
Who it suits
- Travellers crossing several countries on a single itinerary
- Long-stay travellers buying larger data blocks with longer validities
- People who want a UK-based MVNO with top-up flexibility
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers after the lowest entry price, who may prefer eSIMGo.is from $0.99
- Travellers who want the widest country list, who may prefer Zwitchy at 200 countries
- Travellers who need data in a single country, where SimToIsrael from $25 is a closer match
Current offers
WorldSIM
Current offer
Bonus
Get your eSIM FREE and up to 25% bonus credit with selected airtime purchases: 25% bonus credit
Selected airtime purchases; eSIM cost free on the GBP 60 and GBP 125 airtime tiers
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
Travelist WiFi
How much does a Travelist WiFi pocket WiFi cost per day in Japan?+
The entry daily price is ¥770. The data cap fact sets the shape of the plans, and 3GB/day on 3GB plan; unlimited plan fair use 20GB/day shows the capped option alongside the unlimited option with its fair use condition. Higher daily caps and the unlimited plan cost more, so the cheapest rate covers less.
Is there a deposit to pay for Travelist WiFi?+
The deposit is ¥0, so nothing is held against the booking. That places the brand at 1 of 20 brands compared on deposit. Return by mail is free, so there is no extra cost to send the device back.
WorldSIM
How much does a WorldSIM eSIM cost?+
Plans start at £25, and the cheapest data works out at £1.18 a GB. The Global eSIM Pro range steps up in both data and validity, so a larger block lowers the cost per GB over a longer trip.
How many countries does a WorldSIM eSIM cover?+
A plan reaches 195 countries, and the networks behind it include AT&T, Rogers and Bell. Regional and global plans draw on established carriers, so a single eSIM can carry you across a whole itinerary.