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Airalo vs Ubigi
Two of the most popular travel eSIM providers, compared on the things that actually matter: coverage, price, and plan flexibility.
| Airalo | Ubigi | |
|---|---|---|
| Destinations covered | 200+ | 200+ |
| Unlimited plans | Yes | Varies |
| Pricing | Fixed packs from about $4.50 for 1GB/7d, plus unlimited-style day passes in select destinations | Reusable eSIM you install once and top up per destination; plans can be bought up to 6 months ahead |
| Parent company | Airgsm Pte. Ltd. (Singapore) | Transatel (NTT Group) |
| Operating since | 2019 | 2017 |
| Best known for | The market leader and first eSIM store, 200+ destinations with regional plans like Eurolink covering 42 European countries | Carrier-grade MVNO backed by NTT, ranked fastest overall in a 2026 independent eSIM speed study, especially strong in Japan and Korea |
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Choose Airalo if...
You want the biggest catalog of local, regional, and global plans, a mature app, and the Airmoney loyalty program. The safe default for multi-country trips.
Read the full Airalo review →
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Choose Ubigi if...
Speed matters most. Independent 2026 testing ranked Ubigi fastest overall, and it is particularly strong in Japan, Korea, and the rest of Asia.
Read the full Ubigi review →The Sherpa take
There is no single winner: the right pick depends on your destination and how much data you burn. Run both through the calculator with your actual trip dates and the answer usually becomes obvious.
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