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Ubigi vs Maya Mobile
Two of the most popular travel eSIM providers, compared on the things that actually matter: coverage, price, and plan flexibility.
| Ubigi | Maya Mobile | |
|---|---|---|
| Destinations covered | 200+ | 165+ |
| Unlimited plans | Varies | Yes |
| Pricing | Reusable eSIM you install once and top up per destination; plans can be bought up to 6 months ahead | Prepaid packs from $2.99 and unlimited plans in 165+ countries with daily high-speed caps |
| Parent company | Transatel (NTT Group) | Mobile Maya Inc (US) |
| Operating since | 2017 | 2021 |
| Best known for | Carrier-grade MVNO backed by NTT, ranked fastest overall in a 2026 independent eSIM speed study, especially strong in Japan and Korea | Simple unlimited-first lineup with 5G in 125+ countries and a strong 4.6 Trustpilot rating |
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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.
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Choose Maya Mobile if...
You want unlimited without Holafly prices. Maya's unlimited lineup with daily high-speed caps hits a sweet spot, with 5G in 125+ countries.
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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