Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Roamless
Frequent travelers who want a single permanent eSIM with non-expiring pay-as-you-go credits
Roamless is a promising newcomer with a single global eSIM and dual pay-as-you-go/fixed pricing that suits irregular travelers perfectly — credits never expire. Its network speeds rank second among all tested providers. The lack of unlimited data and email-only support are drawbacks, but for frequent travelers who want one eSIM that just works everywhere, Roamless delivers.
Strengths
- Single global eSIM installed once and used across all 208 countries without reinstalling
- Dual pricing model: RoamlessFlex (pay-as-you-go, credits never expire) and RoamlessFix (fixed plans)
- Second-fastest eSIM overall in independent speed testing across 22 providers
- International calling starting at $0.01/minute with hotspot tethering supported
Limitations
- No unlimited data plans available for heavy data users
- No live chat support — email-only customer service with slower response times
- Cannot receive incoming calls; SMS not yet supported (planned for 2026)
When to Choose GigSky
Frequent flyers and cruise travelers who need specialized inflight and maritime connectivity options
GigSky is the original Apple eSIM partner with 15 years of industry experience and unique offerings that no competitor can match — inflight, cruise, and offshore connectivity. The premium pricing and mixed reliability on specialty plans are notable weaknesses, but for travelers who need connectivity in unconventional environments, GigSky fills a niche no one else serves.
Strengths
- Apple's first eSIM partner with full MVNO status and 400+ carrier partnerships across 190+ countries
- Unique connectivity options including inflight (Panasonic Avionics), cruise ships, and offshore platforms
- Free 100MB trial for new users with the longest activation window in the industry (12 months)
- GigSky One subscription ($34/mo) provides year-round connectivity in 120+ countries
Limitations
- Premium pricing category ranked #32/38 — expensive compared to Airalo and Saily for basic travel data
- Cruise and specialty plan reliability issues reported by multiple users
- Customer support can be repetitive without fully resolving technical issues
