Comparison

eSIM Data vs Smartroam

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

eSIM Data

Get affordable, high-speed internet access globally with eSIM technology. Avoid expensive roaming fees and the hassle of physical SIM cards. Enjoy flexible data plans for travel or domestic use, ensuring you stay connected wherever you go.

Highlights
  • Affordable global data plans
  • High-speed local rates
  • No physical SIM card needed
  • Save on roaming fees
  • Flexible data options
  • Seamless switching between plans
Features
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Need internet access in travel or fast speed unlimited data for domestic? RedteaGO Lite: Reliable and Affordable eSIM Data Plan Local Speed and Local Rate. Get connected in any country when traveling. Provides flexible data plans globally at competitive rates. Keeping connected to the fastest cellular networks is much easier than ever. No physical SIM card required. RedteaGO allows you to save up to 90% of roaming mobile data fees with amazing eSIM technology! What is an eSIM? * An eSIM is an industry-standard digital SIM supported by carriers around the world. eSIM is available on iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, and later. iPhone 14 models purchased in the United States don't have a physical SIM tray and support only eSIM. eSIM offers many benefits while you travel abroad. It's more secure than a physical SIM because it can't be removed if your iPhone is lost or stolen. On your iPhone, you can store eight or more eSIMs, which will be there whenever you need them. You can have two eSIMs active on supported iPhone models at the same time. This could, for example, include one eSIM for your home and another eSIM for the place you're visiting. You can swap which of your stored eSIMs are active simply by changing your selections in Settings. What is an eSIM data plan? * An e-SIM data plan is a prepaid data-only plan that you can install directly to your eSIM compatible device. Think of it as a lightweight prepaid plan or virtual data SIM for whatever local carriers exist in the country you’re currently in, but without this old-school plastic SIM card you can easily lose in your pockets. * You get access to local data services at affordable prices without the need to hunt down a physical SIM card, Wi-Fi or pay for expensive roaming. * You can continue to use your own phone number while using the data from your eSIM. WHY RedteaGO’S eSIM data plans? * No more expensive roaming fee. * No more standing in lines at the mobile shops. * No more carrying pocket wifi. How much does it cost? * Data plan from RedteaGO compared to similar eSIM services, the price is much more affordable. * Gift for those who are invited: 5 credits (1GB FREE Global Data Plan). Without invite code, you can refer friend and earn free unlimited data as well. Why users LOVE RedteaGO eSIM? * Saving • Data plans at a fair price. Guaranteed cheaper than roaming. • Pay as you go. No roaming bill shock. • No need to buy a second phone, everything is virtual and used within the app. • Prices are clear and fair with no hidden fees. *Flexible • Buy the internet data for either 1 country or the whole continent. • Global coverage: you can get a seamless internet connection in practically every corner of the world. • No additional SIM cards are needed: all purchased plans and profiles are available on one eSIM card. • No need to swap SIM cards: switch seamlessly between our plans and your current provider. • No contracts or long-term commitments. Cancel anytime. • Easier to switch plans. Every eSIM from RedteaGO is prepaid and requires no contract, so you can top up your service or switch your plan whenever you want. • You can store multiple eSIMs on one device. That gives you the freedom to purchase your eSIMs ahead of time and simply activate them on arrival. * Unlike SIM card, eSIMs aren’t locked to a single mobile network. *Travel & Business • Extreme saving on international calls with free roaming anywhere. • Mobile data plans to stay online 24/7. • Use eSIM data plans for affordable and convenient business trips. How does RedteaGO Lite work? 1. Have an eSIM capable iPhone/iPad. 2. Install the RedteaGO Lite. 3. Order a data plan according to your destination. 4. Arrive Destination. 5. Activate data plan. 6. Stay connected on the go with RedteaGO via the App! Why not install and enjoy now? Just a few clicks and you’re ready to go! *Privacy Policy: https://redteago.com/privacy-policy/ *Terms of Use: https://redteago.com/terms-of-use/

About

Smartroam

This app simplifies international travel by providing a permanent eSIM for seamless connectivity. It offers full-speed data, direct network access, and transparent pricing without hidden fees. Enjoy a hassle-free way to stay connected globally.

Highlights
  • Permanent eSIM installation
  • Full-speed 4G/5G data
  • Direct global network access
  • Enhanced security protocols
  • Transparent pricing
  • Data top-ups on demand
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Stop Switching. Stop Overpaying. Start Roaming Smarter. Travel should be about new experiences, not juggling eSIM profiles or hunting for decent Wi-Fi. SmartRoam is the first licensed Mobile Network Operator to launch a dedicated travel eSIM app—eliminating all the headaches that make other travel eSIMs a pain in the passport. The SmartRoam Advantage: • Download Once, Travel Forever – No more juggling multiple profiles or buying new SIMs for every trip • Full-Speed Data – Premium 4G/5G connectivity without throttling. Ever. • Direct Network Access – No middlemen marking up your data through our 600+ global network agreements • Enhanced Security – Protection protocols only a licensed MNO can provide • Transparent Pricing – No hidden fees or unexpected charges when you land How It Works: 1. Download the SmartRoam app 2. Install your permanent eSIM in seconds 3. Add data when you need it, wherever your journey takes you 4. Live your best-connected life from Austin to Zagreb Built by network experts with 130 years of combined telecom experience, we've stripped out the nonsense and made eSIMs work the way they should have from the beginning. We measure success by how quickly you forget you're using us—because connectivity should be the least interesting part of your journey.

Screenshots

eSIM Data4 screens
Smartroam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Smartroam at 5.0 against eSIM Data's 4.0. Smartroam also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). eSIM Data's advantage is ratings volume (54 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.3 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Smartroam holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: eSIM Data has 54 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eSIM Data ships an update every 4 weeks, Smartroam monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
eSIM Data versus Smartroam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereSIM DataSmartroam
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (54 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings54 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.3 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperREDTEA MOBILE PTE. LTD.Manx Telecom Limited

Customer experience

eSIM Data

All ratings54 ratings
Positive75.9%
Neutral3.7%
Negative20.4%
Written reviews97 reviews
Positive88.7%
Neutral2.1%
Negative9.3%

Smartroam

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

eSIM Data

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Cannot activate plan
  • Login issues
  • Third-party login failed
  • No response from customer support
  • eSIM not delivered after purchase
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  • Personal hotspot not working

Requested features

3 requests
  • Include Jamaica in supported locations
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard

Smartroam

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

eSIM Data

No in-app purchases

None

Smartroam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is eSIM Data free?
eSIM Data is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smartroam free?
Smartroam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, eSIM Data or Smartroam?
Smartroam is rated higher. eSIM Data averages 4.0 out of 5 from 54 ratings, while Smartroam averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do eSIM Data or Smartroam have ads?
Neither eSIM Data nor Smartroam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, eSIM Data or Smartroam?
eSIM Data ships an update every 4 weeks, and Smartroam monthly. Most recently, eSIM Data was updated on November 3, 2026 and Smartroam on October 24, 2026.

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