# Mint Mobile vs SIMO

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mint Mobile at none against SIMO's 2. Mint Mobile also leads on ratings volume (257K vs 3.3K) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months). SIMO's advantage is review sentiment (58% vs 44%). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SIMO sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Mint Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Mint Mobile against 4.8 for SIMO. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mint Mobile has 257K ratings behind it against 3.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of Mint Mobile's written reviews are positive against 58% of SIMO's.

Mint Mobile ships an update every 11 days, SIMO every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mint Mobile | SIMO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (257K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mint-mobile/id1295303441/reviews) | **[4.8 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simo/id1411394761/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **257K** | 3.3K |
| Positive reviews | 43.6% of reviews | **57.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#74** | — |
| Size | 97 MB | 94 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [UVNV, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1269242437) | [Skyroam, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1411394760) |

## What reviewers say

### Mint Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mint-mobile/id1295303441)

**Currently charting:** #74 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Switch to an affordable phone plan on a major 5G network. Enjoy unlimited talk, text, and fast data starting at $15/month. Bring your own phone and number, and manage your account or family plans easily.

**Highlights:** Affordable phone plans, Nation's largest 5G network, Unlimited talk & text, Fast 5G • 4G LTE data, Bring your own phone, Keep your number, Manage family plans

**Features:** iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Saves money
- 👍 Simple to use app
- 👍 Helpful customer service
- 🚀 Reliable service
- 👍 Customizable plans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Activation and porting issues
- 🐛 Unreliable data connectivity
- 🔒 Concerns over account security
- 🔋 Throttling of data speeds
- 🐛 Billing and refund problems

**Reported bugs**

- App login issues
- Problems with eSIM activation
- Inconsistent coverage in certain areas

**Requested features**

- Option to pay monthly instead of upfront
- Ability to track call/text usage
- Improved app functionality and UI
- Better international roaming support


### SIMO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simo/id1411394761)

Manage your global WiFi hotspot and power bank for seamless travel connectivity. Access unlimited, secure, and shareable internet in over 130 countries without SIM cards or roaming fees. The app offers smart troubleshooting and faster online access.

**Highlights:** Global WiFi hotspot management, Check data usage and status, Smart troubleshooting, Connect multiple devices, Up to 4G LTE speeds, 16+ hour battery life power bank, SIM-free connectivity

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 6 Months Mega Pack | $449.99 | one-time |
| 6 Months Mega Pack | $499.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reliable connectivity
- 🌍 Works in many countries
- 🔋 Good battery life
- 📱 Easy to use app
- 💻 Convenient for remote work

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- ⚠️ Throttling after data limit
- 🔍 Confusing app functionality
- 💳 Misleading subscription plans
- 🤖 Poor customer support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Login issues on mobile devices
- Inaccurate data usage reporting

**Requested features**

- Ability to manage connected devices
- Option to change hotspot name and password
- Improved app stability and performance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mint Mobile free?

Mint Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SIMO free?

SIMO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Mint Mobile or SIMO?

SIMO is rated higher. Mint Mobile averages 4.7 out of 5 from 257K ratings, while SIMO averages 4.8 from 3.3K ratings.

### Do Mint Mobile or SIMO have ads?

Neither Mint Mobile nor SIMO shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mint Mobile or SIMO?

Mint Mobile ships an update every 11 days, and SIMO every 2 months. Most recently, Mint Mobile was updated on September 25, 2026 and SIMO on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*