Comparison

eSIM Roamer vs Eastera Connect

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

Head to head
About

eSIM Roamer

This app helps travelers avoid expensive roaming charges by allowing them to keep their own number while abroad. Make international calls at low rates and receive calls on your regular number, even with a local SIM.

Highlights
  • Avoid roaming charges
  • Keep your own number abroad
  • Cheap international calls
  • Receive calls on your regular number
  • Works on Wi-Fi or 3G
  • Supports over 200 countries
  • Free voicemail to email
Features
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Folks traveling overseas! Who is Roamer? Launched in 2014, Roamer is the Zero Roaming App - no SIM swap needed. It is the first AI-powered platform to aggregate local eSIM worldwide. Get eSIM coverage across 180 countries for just $0.7 per day for 1GB. Plans range from 1 to 360 days with one-tap activation. Enjoy low-rate international calls and virtual numbers for the US, Canada, and Europe. It supports 6 global payment methods (Credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Link, PayPal, Alipay) and 24 regional e-wallets across Asia, Europe and Latin America. Roamer is your all-in-one app for mobile data and international calls: 1. The first AI-powered platform aggregating local eSIM worldwide. Roamer connects you with local carriers in 180 countries. AI helps source competitive rates, offering far better pricing than many competing apps. Daily 1GB data starts from $0.7 in 100 countries, with regional packages available for Europe, Asia and Latin America. 2. Ultra-low-cost international calls. Make affordable international calls to hotel front desks, taxi drivers, local contacts, family, clients and friends overseas. 3. US, UK & Canadian virtual numbers. Get virtual numbers directly within the app to receive calls and SMS globally without a physical SIM, starting at only $2 USD per month. What Exactly Is an eSIM? An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your smartphone. No small plastic SIM card is required. With Roamer, you can browse, purchase, activate and connect to mobile data entirely inside the app. No store visit or physical card handling needed. How eSIM Works 1. Download and open Roamer 2. Pick a plan for your trip: choose your destination, fixed data volume or unlimited data, plus travel duration 3. Complete secure in-app checkout 4. Activate and install your eSIM profile via Roamer 5. Turn on your eSIM line and get mobile data once you land abroad Why Millions of Travelers Use Roamer Core advantage One single app manages both mobile internet and international calls, with zero roaming fees worldwide. Affordable & Flexible Global eSIM Data • Coverage in 180+ countries • Daily 1GB packages starting from $0.7 USD across 100 destinations • Flexible data options from 500MB up to unlimited • Validity choices for every trip: 1-30 day short-term plans, alongside 60/90-day, semi-annual and annual bundles Low-Cost International Calling • Low-rate calls to mobiles and landlines in 200+ countries • Perfect for contacting hotels, taxis and local contacts • Call credit never expires; top up anytime inside the app Virtual Foreign Phone Numbers • US, UK and Canadian virtual numbers • Receive calls and SMS anywhere globally • No physical SIM required, starting at just $2 USD per month Transparent & Worry-Free Service • Clear plan terms and fair usage policies • Access overseas apps without VPN in China and eligible regions • No hidden charges or unexpected fees Reliable Trust & Support • Launched in 2014 • Trusted by over 2 million travelers worldwide • Fast multilingual customer support Roamer accepts Credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Link, Alipay, PayPal, plus local wallets from Asia, the EU and Latin America: PromptPay, Siam Commercial Bank, Kakao Pay, NAVER Pay, TrueMoney, AlipayHK, BANCOMAT Pay, Bancontact, BillEase, BLIK, Boost, EPS, Gcash, iDEAL, Wero, JKOPay, K PLUS, Kredivo, LINE Pay, Mercado Pago, Pagaleve, PayNow, PayU, Pix and Touch'n Go eWallet. Privacy and control You can export or delete your personal data anytime within the app. Roamer is built with GDPR compliance. Device compatibility Supports eSIM-capable iPhone and iPad models. You can verify if your device supports eSIM using any of these methods: 1. Dial *#06#. If an EID number appears, your device generally supports eSIM. 2. Go to Settings > Cellular. If you see the option Add eSIM, your device most likely supports eSIM. Navigate to Settings > General > About. If EID is displayed, your device usually supports eSIM. Languages Available in 22 languages.

About

Eastera Connect

Features
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Eastera Connect brings your number, calls, messaging, and Eastera services together in one convenient app. Stay connected with family, friends, colleagues, clients, and partners wherever you are. Eastera Connect is designed for users who want reliable communication, easy access to services, and a simple way to manage everything in one place. With Eastera Connect, you can: • Use your Eastera number in the app • Make and receive voice and video calls • Send messages, voice notes, photos, and files • Pay for Eastera services • Contact Eastera support directly in the app • Access Eastera services in a simple digital format • Manage your communication and key services in one place Eastera Connect is built for both personal and business use. Whether you are staying in touch with family, speaking with clients, or handling everyday communication, the app gives you a convenient way to stay connected. We continue to develop Eastera Connect as a modern app for Eastera subscribers, making communication, service access, and account management simple and always within reach.

Screenshots

eSIM Roamer4 screens
Eastera Connect3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Eastera Connect at none against eSIM Roamer's 9. Eastera Connect also leads on ads (none vs shown). eSIM Roamer's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and iOS requirement 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. eSIM Roamer sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Eastera Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eSIM Roamer ships an update every 2 days, Eastera Connect every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
eSIM Roamer versus Eastera Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereSIM RoamerEastera Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews48.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB29 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperRoamerlabsEastera

In-app purchases

9 purchases

eSIM Roamer

One-time9
  • Roamer Top-up XXS-A$0.99
  • Roamer Top-up XXS-B$2.99
  • Roamer Top-up XXS$4.99
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  • Roamer Top-up XXS-C$4.99
  • Roamer Top-up XXS-D$6.99
  • Roamer Top-up XS$10.99
  • Roamer Top-up S$21.99
  • Roamer Top-up M$33.99
  • Roamer Top-up L$54.99
None

Eastera Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is eSIM Roamer free?
eSIM Roamer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Eastera Connect free?
Eastera Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do eSIM Roamer or Eastera Connect have ads?
eSIM Roamer shows ads; Eastera Connect does not.
Which is updated more often, eSIM Roamer or Eastera Connect?
eSIM Roamer ships an update every 2 days, and Eastera Connect every 2 months. Most recently, eSIM Roamer was updated on November 10, 2026 and Eastera Connect on October 31, 2026.

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