Comparison

Umi vs Borderless eSIM

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

Head to head
About

Umi

This app provides a single eSIM for global connectivity in over 200 destinations. Choose flexible pay-as-you-go data that never expires or prepaid plans activated upon arrival. Stay connected worldwide without swapping SIMs or facing unexpected roaming charges.

Highlights
  • One reusable eSIM for 200+ destinations
  • Pay as you go data that never expires
  • Prepaid country and regional plans
  • Plans activate on arrival
  • Fast 4G/5G connectivity
  • Unlimited hotspot sharing
  • Send data plans to others
Features
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**One eSIM. Every trip.** Install once. Connect in 200+ destinations. Choose flexible Pay as you go data that never expires, or prepaid plans that start when you arrive. Umi makes staying connected simple, wherever life takes you. From Tokyo to New York, London to Dubai, use the same eSIM on every trip. No buying and installing a new eSIM for each destination. No expensive roaming surprises. **WHY CHOOSE UMI?** **One eSIM for everywhere** Install your Umi eSIM once and reuse it across 200+ destinations. Travel between countries without swapping SIM cards or installing a new eSIM for every trip. **Pay as you go. Credit that never expires.** Top up your balance and use mobile data wherever you need it. Your credit works across all supported destinations and never expires. Whatever you don't use stays available for your next trip. **Prepaid plans that start on arrival** Prefer a fixed amount of data? Choose from country and regional plans with competitive per-GB pricing. Buy ahead of your trip and activate automatically when you arrive. **Fast 4G/5G. No speed caps.** Connect to premium local networks with fast 4G/5G data where available. Umi doesn't impose artificial speed caps, and hotspot sharing is included. **Send data to anyone** Buy and send a data plan to friends, family or colleagues. Help someone stay connected abroad without needing to install their eSIM for them. **One eSIM. More flexibility.** Use Umi while travelling, at home or in transit. Keep your existing phone number and use Umi as a secondary data connection or backup. **HOW UMI WORKS** 1. **Download Umi** — Create your account and get started. 2. **Choose your data** — Add Pay as you go credit or buy a prepaid plan. 3. **Install your eSIM** — Set it up once, in under 60 seconds. 4. **Connect when you arrive** — Use your data on supported local networks. Your eSIM stays installed for future trips. Just top up your balance or add another plan whenever you need more data. **BUILT FOR TRAVELLERS** - Coverage in 200+ destinations worldwide - Pay as you go credit that never expires - Country and regional prepaid data plans - Plans that start on arrival - Premium 4G/5G connectivity where available - Unlimited hotspot sharing - Multiple eSIMs under one account - Send plans to friends and family - In-app customer support - Referral rewards for inviting friends **FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS** **What is an eSIM?** An eSIM is a digital SIM that lets you connect to mobile networks without inserting a physical SIM card. With Umi, you install it once and reuse it across supported destinations. **How is Umi different?** Umi combines one reusable global eSIM with two flexible ways to buy data: non-expiring Pay as you go credit and prepaid plans. There's no need to install a different eSIM for every country. **Does my Pay as you go credit expire?** No. Your unused Pay as you go balance never expires and can be used across supported destinations, including on future trips. **When do prepaid plans start?** Plans start automatically when you arrive and connect to a supported network at your destination. Your plan's validity period begins on activation. **Can I keep my existing phone number?** Yes. Umi works alongside your primary SIM, so you can keep your existing number for calls, messages and verification codes while using Umi for mobile data, subject to your device's dual-SIM capabilities. **Which devices are supported?** Umi works with compatible, network-unlocked, eSIM-enabled iPhones, Android phones and other supported devices. **WHERE DOES UMI WORK?** Stay connected in 200+ destinations, including the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, Thailand, Turkey, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, United Arab Emirates, Australia, Canada, India, South Korea, Indonesia, Portugal, Morocco, South Africa, Saudi Arabia and many more. **The world is waiting.** Download Umi today. One eSIM for every future trip. www.reachumi.com

About

Borderless eSIM

Instantly connect to mobile networks in over 190 countries with a single app. Avoid roaming fees and physical SIM cards for simple, fast, and affordable global connectivity.

Highlights
  • Global coverage in 190+ countries
  • Instant eSIM setup and activation
  • Manage multiple eSIM plans
  • Real-time data usage tracking
  • High-speed 4G/5G internet
  • Flexible data top-ups
  • 24/7 customer support
Features
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Borderless – Travel the World with One eSIM No more physical SIM cards. With Borderless, you can instantly connect to mobile networks in 190+ countries with just one app. Whether you’re traveling for work or vacation, Borderless makes staying connected simple, fast, and affordable. Key Features: • Global Coverage – Use your eSIM in 190+ countries. • Instant Setup – Buy, install, and activate your eSIM in minutes. • Multiple eSIMs – Manage all your plans in one place. • Real-Time Usage Tracking – Monitor your data balance anytime. • High-Speed Internet – Enjoy 4G/5G networks wherever you go. • Flexible Top-Ups – Recharge easily when you need more data. • 24/7 Support – Get help anytime via email or Telegram. Say goodbye to roaming charges and SIM card hunting. With Borderless, you’re always connected, everywhere. Download Borderless today and travel without limits.

Screenshots

Umi4 screens
Borderless eSIM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Umi at none against Borderless eSIM's 10. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Borderless eSIM sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Umi asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Umi against 5.0 for Borderless eSIM. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 8 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Umi versus Borderless eSIM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUmiBorderless eSIM
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings)5.0 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOrbit Mobile Technologies LimitedAI Tech Lab Limited

Customer experience

Umi

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Borderless eSIM

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Umi

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Borderless eSIM

One-time10
  • Borderless Internet$3.00
  • Borderless Internet$7.00
  • Borderless Internet$69.00
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  • Borderless Internet$84.00
  • Borderless Internet$85.00
  • Borderless Internet$91.00
  • Borderless Internet$92.00
  • Borderless Internet$95.00
  • Borderless Internet$97.00
  • Borderless Internet$100.00

Questions

Is Umi free?
Umi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Borderless eSIM free?
Borderless eSIM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Umi or Borderless eSIM?
Umi and Borderless eSIM are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 9 and 8 ratings respectively.
Do Umi or Borderless eSIM have ads?
Neither Umi nor Borderless eSIM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Umi or Borderless eSIM?
Umi ships an update every 2 weeks, and Borderless eSIM every 2 weeks. Most recently, Umi was updated on November 4, 2026 and Borderless eSIM on October 30, 2026.

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