# SIM8 – Internet for traveling — Call plans without roaming

> Global eSIM data plans for travelers, avoiding roaming fees. (iPhone/iPad app by MOBICO Services Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sim8-internet-for-traveling/id1498458768 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MOBICO Services Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441639505)
- Category: Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.71/5 from 14 App Store ratings · 69 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: Czech, English, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Chinese, Spanish
- Released: 2020-02-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-09
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sim8-internet-for-traveling/id1498458768/reviews.md

## What is SIM8?

SIM8 – is an app for connecting to the best Internet networks abroad without an international SIM card and roaming. SIM8 – is a great solution to stay connected all over the world!
The app uses the smartphone’s built-in SIM card, eSIM. You can install it on iPhone XR, XS (Max) and 11 (Pro, Pro Max). The app itself is free – you only pay for the call plan you chose for traveling within a particular country or a group of countries and buy as many GB of Internet traffic as you need.

SIM8 is a good option both for those who go away for a holiday and those who often travel to other countries. Thanks to this app, the travelers don’t have to buy an international SIM-card or switch SIM cards of local providers every time. Don’t go to mobile-phone shops, don’t waste your time on learning about call plans and filling out paperwork to call a cab to the airport or text your loved ones on messengers (WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram, Skype, Facebook Messenger, Snapchat). Just install SIM8, activate a package you find suitable and enjoy reliable mobile Internet without roaming in such countries as:
●The USA;
●Canada;
●France;
●Brazil;
●Mexico;
●Great Britain;
●Germany;
●Italy;
●Russia;
●Turkey;
●Australia;

And other countries of North and South America, Asia and Africa.
SIM8 has similar terms of service for different countries, the only difference is the cost. In addition to a particular country or a group of countries, you can choose traffic volume and the period of service. SIM8 provides from 3 to 50-day packages and from 100 MB to 3 GB of Internet traffic. If you need the Internet access only to use the messengers, don’t overpay for roaming, use our unlimited plan «Stay online (messengers)».
4 reasons to choose SIM8:
1. Get connected to the Internet just in several minutes without buying a physical or a virtual SIM card, filling out paperwork and going to the mobile phone shops.
2. Pay for a chosen plan with the help of any banking card from anywhere in the world.
3. Going to another country? Choose another region for your plan just in a single click!
4. Have a stable connection no matter where you are and forget about roaming!

What do you need to use SIM8 packages?
1. To have a phone that supports eSIM;
2. To download and install our app on your smartphone;
3. To choose a country or a group of countries where you will need an Internet connection;
4. Pay online and activate a package by scanning a QR code that will be sent to the email address you specified when signing up.

SIM8 – stay connected all the time, all over the world!

## Key features

- eSIM connectivity abroad
- No international SIM card needed
- Avoids roaming charges
- Flexible data packages
- Quick activation
- Global network coverage

## Recent user reviews (10 of 69)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sim8-internet-for-traveling/id1498458768/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Не работает на 12 айфоне

*2023-04-19, version 1.2*

Такое заманчивое приложении, почему оно работает на единицах телефонах😭😭😭 у меня 12 айфон и не работает…. Потеря-потерь!!!!

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2022-11-20, version 1.2*

Can’t pay - server error

### 2/5 — Регистрация

*2021-11-24, version 1.2*

Даже зарегестрироваться не могу, выдаёт ошибку

### 1/5 — Гость

*2021-07-28, version 1.2*

Хотел попробовать, но не работает!

### 1/5 — scamware

*2021-07-05, version 1.2*

очередное приложение в котором снимают деньги и ничего потом не предоставляют. поддержка не отвечает, на модной теме просто похищают денежные средства клиентов, кстати платежи идут в обход appstore, через paddle который тоже игнорирует запросы на возврат средств. Непонятно куда смотрят модераторы apple, давно пора сносить приложение из стора

### 1/5 — Не работает

*2021-05-09, version 1.2*

Подключил. Оплатил. Связь появилась , но интернета нет. И перезагружал и роуминг включил - бестолку. Кипр

### 1/5 — Не работает

*2021-03-13, version 1.2*

Саппорт молчит. Кто мне вернет деньги????

### 4/5 — Супер! Но...

*2021-02-28, version 1.2*

Сделайте пожалуйста оплату apple pay и увеличьте временные рамки пакетов

### 4/5 — Потенциал хороший

*2021-02-02, version 1.2*

Наладьте способ оплаты пожалуйста. А то непонятно на каком сайте вводишь свои рекизиты

### 5/5 — Awesome ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

*2020-11-20*

This is what I never think I will come across online the real esim provider with 100% customers support, I was lost on WhatsApp issue, there customer care was amazing putting me through , now am going to forget about my original SIM card because I have a legit a real number which there customers care are excellent , there call rate for international its unbeatable am going to own this number for life because as a business Man I need to save more money this is the best for me . God bless the company *** bye ? to my SIM card ?

## Frequently asked questions about SIM8

### What does SIM8 do?

SIM8 provides internet access for travelers abroad without requiring an international SIM card or incurring roaming charges. It uses your smartphone's built-in eSIM to connect to local networks in various countries, allowing you to purchase data plans as needed.

### How do I use SIM8?

To use SIM8, you need a phone that supports eSIM, such as iPhone XR, XS, or 11 models. Download and install the app, choose your desired country or region, select a data package and duration, pay online, and activate your plan by scanning a QR code sent to your email.

### How much does SIM8 cost?

The SIM8 app itself is free to download. You only pay for the call plans and internet data packages you choose for your travels. Prices vary depending on the country or group of countries, the amount of data, and the duration of the plan.

### Which phones are compatible with SIM8?

SIM8 is compatible with smartphones that support eSIM technology. Specifically mentioned are iPhone XR, XS (Max), and 11 (Pro, Pro Max) models. It's recommended to check your phone's specifications to ensure eSIM compatibility.

### What are the benefits of using SIM8 for travel?

SIM8 offers several benefits for travelers, including avoiding the need to buy physical SIM cards or switch local SIMs, eliminating expensive roaming charges, and providing quick internet connection setup. You can easily choose and activate plans for different countries with a single click.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2020-03-17

Adding Localization for:
+Russian (Russia).
+Portuguese (Portugal).
+Portuguese (Brazil).
+Spanish(Spain).
+French (France).
+Polish (Poland).
+Czechia(Czech).
+Romanian(Romania).
+Italian(Italia).
+Simplified Chinese.

### 1.1 — 2020-03-08

Bug fixes and improvements.

### 1.0 — 2020-02-29

No release notes.

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