We don't just show you the cheapest eSIM. We rank plans based on real-world quality: network performance, fair terms, and supplier reputation — so you get what's actually worth buying.
Every plan shown on a destination comparison page (e.g. /destinations/japan) gets a 0–100 score from five weighted factors. The exact sub-scores are displayed on each plan card, so you can verify the math yourself.
Weights are fixed for comparison pages. Scenario-specific weighting is used by the Recommend wizard below.
Our Recommend wizard (/recommend) uses a separate four-pillar model with weights that adjust to your travel style. Default weights are shown below — they vary by scenario.
How much data you get for your money. We don't just look at total price — we calculate the cost per GB (or cost per day for unlimited plans) relative to other plans in the same destination.
Real-world network quality based on actual speed test data. This is what sets us apart from every other comparison site.
How transparent and fair are the supplier's policies? No fine-print surprises. We dig through the Terms of Service so you don't have to.
What do actual users say? Based on community reviews, Trustpilot scores, Reddit discussions, and support quality.
Different travelers have different priorities. Our scenarios adjust the weights to match what matters most for your trip.
| Scenario | Price | Performance | Terms | Reputation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
🏆Best Overall Value | 40% | 35% | 15% | 10% |
💰Budget Traveler | 60% | 20% | 12% | 8% |
⚡Speed & Performance | 20% | 55% | 15% | 10% |
🎬Video Streaming | 25% | 50% | 15% | 10% |
✈️Short Trip (1-3 days) | 45% | 25% | 18% | 12% |
🌍Long Trip (2+ weeks) | 35% | 35% | 18% | 12% |
♾️Unlimited Data | 30% | 40% | 20% | 10% |
💼Business / Remote Work | 15% | 45% | 20% | 20% |
What do those little badges on each recommendation mean?
We built this tool because we were frustrated with eSIM comparison sites that hide affiliate links and push the highest-commission option. Here's what you can always expect from us:
Every recommendation shows you exactly how it scored across all four dimensions.
Our scoring logic is fully documented here. No black boxes, no hidden biases.
Affiliate revenue doesn't change our rankings. Quality first, always.
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